Launched by AICTE in partnership with AVPL International to set up 47 AeroVision Drone Labs across India starting January 2025, aiming to train 25,000+ students .
Labs offer credit-based AICTE-approved courses, aligned with National Credit Framework (NCrF) and NSQF Levels 5–7.
The initiative is designed for hands-on drone design, assembly, programming, and operation along with theoretical learning .
A 12-week program covering:
Drone aerodynamics, dynamics, 6‑DoF modeling, sensors (IMU, GPS, vision), Kalman filtering, PID control, and autopilot design.
Advanced topics like path-planning (RRT, A*), obstacle avoidance, trajectory tracking, SLAM, ROS, AirSim .
Weekly content highlights:
Weeks 1‑3: Aerodynamics, sensors, dynamic modeling
Weeks 4‑6: Control systems & PID design
Weeks 7‑9: PX4 autopilot & path planning
Weeks 10‑12: Trajectory tracking, obstacle avoidance, SLAM, Gazebo/ROS
A comprehensive 5-course structure:
Introduction to Drones – history, flight mechanics, DGCA regulations
Dynamics & Control – modeling, stability, control law design
Autonomous Navigation – sensing, SLAM, trajectory control
Internet of Drones – AI, communication, drone networks, security
Design & Testing – drone design, safety, ground & flight testing
Hands-on components include:
Drone assembly, maintenance basics
Simulator-based training and solo flights
Payload integration and in-flight testing on real UAVs
Real-world projects tackling surveillance, agriculture, infrastructure inspection
Internships and industry mentorship via AVPL International
Integration into SWAYAM-Plus for online advanced courses
Theory: Drone Rules 2021, airspace regulations, ATC procedures, flight communications
Practical: Simulator use, safety controls, emergency procedures, DGCA compliance
Supported by regional Remote Pilot Training Organizations (RPTOs) with DGCA licensing
Basic Course: 3–6 month structured curriculum (Theory + Hands‑On)
Modular Learning: Certificates for short modules, progressing to full diploma.
Simulator + Practical Training: Typically a 5-day crash course followed by extended lab practice
AICTE credit-approved education with industry-integrated labs
Multidisciplinary focus: aerodynamics, electronics, AI, controls, robotics
Pathway to higher education, DGCA remote pilot certification, and career development in drone technologies