AI & DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES IN MANAGEMENT

ADVANCED COMPETENCY MODULES

A. FINANCIAL ANALYTICS

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1. FUNDAMENTALS OF ANALYTICS:  FRAMEWORK, TECHNOLOGY & APPLICATION

2. AI DRIVEN PLATFORM FOR FINANCIAL ANALYTICS

3. AI POWERED CREDIT RISK & FRAUD ANALYSIS PLATFORM

4. FINANCIAL REPORTS ANALYSIS PLATFORM

5. USING AUTOMATION & ANALYTICS FOR PROCESS IMPROVEMENT

6. AI & ANALYTICS DRIVEN DIGITAL FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS PLATFORM

7. NARRATIVE INTELLIGENCE & ENTERPRISE RISK ANALYSIS

B. FINTECH & AUTOMATION

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1. AI POWERED FINTECH PLATFORM FOR BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE

2. FINTECH PLATFORM FOR AUTOMATING TRADING & RISK MANAGEMENT

3. AI DRIVEN BANKING AUTOMATION PLATFORM

4. FPA SOFTWARE USING AI & RPA

5. AI DRIVEN AUDIT AUTOMATION PLATFORM

6. AGENTIC AI DRIVEN AUTOMATION OF COMPLEX WORKFLOWS & COMPLIANCE

7. INTELLIGENT AUTOMATION PLATFORM FOR FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

8. HYPER-PERSONALISED DIGITAL BANKING PLATFORM FOR PAYMENTS & TRADE FINANCE.

COMPETENCY MODULES

A. MARKETING STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT

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1. AI PLATFORM TO DEVELOP/OPTIMISE MARKETING STRATEGY

2. AI PLATFORM TO DEVELOP MARKETING STRATEGY: SOCIAL MEDIA

3. AI PLATFORM TO DEVELOP MARKETING STRATEGY: DIGITAL MARKETING

4. AI PLATFORM TO DEVELOP MARKETING STRATEGY: ECOM

5. AI PLATFORM TO DEVELOP MARKETING STRATEGY: STARTUPS

6. OPTIMIZATION STRATEGY USING AI FOR IN-STORE OPERATIONS

7. AI DRIVEN CONTENT STRATEGY PLATFORM

8. AI DRIVEN RETAIL STRATEGY

B. SMART RETAIL TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT PLATFORMS

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1. RETAIL TECHNOLOGY PLATFORMS

2. AI DRIVEN HOLOGRAPHIC TECHNOLOGY FOR IMMERSIVE RETAIL

3. SMART SHELVES AND REALTIME EDGE AI FOR PERSONALISED RETAIL

4. AI DRIVEN RETAIL OPTIMISATION PLATFORM

5. AI PLATFORM FOR PRODUCT POSITIONING & PERSONALISED MARKETING

6. 3D HOLOGRAPHIC PROJECTION FOR CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT

7. AI FOR SMART RETAIL

8. AI PLATFORM TO MANAGE BRAND ALIGNED CONTENT

9. AI PLATFORM FOR RETAIL PLANNING & MERCHANDISING OPTIMIZATION

10. AI RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY, VISUAL ANALYTICS FOR SMART RETAIL

C. INTERACTIVE MARKETING & ADVERTISING:

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1. INTERACTIVE ADVERTISEMENT CREATION PLATFORM

2. VISUAL STORY CREATION PLATFORM

3. AI VIDEO EDITING TOOL

4. AI ADVERTISING PLATFORM FOR PERSONALISED CREATIVES & CAMPAIGNS

5. INTERACTIVE MOBILE VIDEO ADVERTISING CREATION PLATFORM

6. PLATFORM TO DEVELOP INTERACTIVE TRAINING PROGRAM

7. AI PLATFORM FOR PRODUCT POSITIONING & PERSONALISED MARKETING

8. AI DRIVEN DEEP LEARNING ADVERTISING PLATFORM

9. USING AI AVATARS FOR BRANDING & CONTENT MARKETING

10. 3D MODELING PLATFORM FOR ADVERTISEMENTS

11. AI DRIVEN HOLOGRAPHIC TECHNOLOGY FOR IMMERSIVE ADVERTISING

12. 3D HOLOGRAPHIC PROJECTION FOR CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT

D. AI DRIVEN MARKETING ANALYTICS 

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1. PREDICTIVE MODELS PLATFORM

2. BEHAVIOURAL DATA ANALYTICS PLATFORM

3. AI FOR MARKETING ANALYTICS

4. AI RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY, VISUAL ANALYTICS FOR SMART RETAIL

5. BRAND & PRODUCT PERFORMANCE ANALYTICS PLATFORM

6. DIGITAL SHELF TURNOVER ANALYTICS PLATFORM

7. PREDICTIVE CREATIVE MEDIA ANALYTICS PLATFORM

8. PREDICTIVE SALES PLATFORM FOR PRICE PREDICTION & CHURN ANALYTICS

E.  MARKETING PROCESS AUTOMATION

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1. AI PLATFORM FOR GTM WORKFLOWS AUTOMATION

2. AI DRIVEN MARKETING AUTOMATION PLATFORM

3. AI PLATFORM FOR SELF-OPTIMISING CAMPAIGN DESIGN

4. AI CHATBOT PLATFORM FOR CONVERSION RATE OPTIMISATION

5. AI PLATFORM FOR AUTOMATION OF PERSONALISED COMMUNICATION 

F. MARKETING TECHNOLOGY

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1. INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS

2. INTEGRATED CAMPAIGN MANAGEMENT PLATFORM

3. AI DRIVEN CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT PLATFORM

4. AI DRIVEN PERSONA BASED MARKETING PLATFORM

5. AI PLATFORM TO AUTOMATE WORKFLOWS

6. AI PLATFORM TO GENERATE ACTIONABLE PERSONAS & VIRTUAL TWINS

7. CONVERSATIONAL AI PLATFORM FOR PERSONALISED MARKETING

8. INTEGRATING AI CHATBOTS FOR CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT

9. AI DRIVEN ENTERPRISE DIGITAL CONTENT HUB

Technology has disrupted management function and career progression is very slow without understanding management technology.  The advanced competency modules develop a deep understanding of technologies across management processes while the micro-competency modules focus on technology as applied to a business function. After completion of these modules, professionals become competent in technology integration and improving organisational efficiency.

ADVANCED COMPETENCY MODULES

SERVICE SECTOR 

A. SMART RETAIL TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT PLATFORMS

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1. RETAIL TECHNOLOGY PLATFORMS

2. AI DRIVEN HOLOGRAPHIC TECHNOLOGY FOR IMMERSIVE RETAIL

3. SMART SHELVES AND REALTIME EDGE AI FOR PERSONALISED RETAIL

4. AI DRIVEN RETAIL OPTIMISATION PLATFORM

5. AI PLATFORM FOR PRODUCT POSITIONING & PERSONALISED MARKETING

6. 3D HOLOGRAPHIC PROJECTION FOR CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT

7. AI FOR SMART RETAIL

8. AI PLATFORM TO MANAGE BRAND ALIGNED CONTENT

9. AI PLATFORM FOR RETAIL PLANNING & MERCHANDISING OPTIMIZATION

10. AI RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY, VISUAL ANALYTICS FOR SMART RETAIL

B. FINTECH & AUTOMATION

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1. AI POWERED FINTECH PLATFORM FOR BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE

2. FINTECH PLATFORM FOR AUTOMATING TRADING & RISK MANAGEMENT

3. AI DRIVEN BANKING AUTOMATION PLATFORM

4. FPA SOFTWARE USING AI & RPA

5. AI DRIVEN AUDIT AUTOMATION PLATFORM

6. AGENTIC AI DRIVEN AUTOMATION OF COMPLEX WORKFLOWS & COMPLIANCE

7. INTELLIGENT AUTOMATION PLATFORM FOR FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

8. HYPER-PERSONALISED DIGITAL BANKING PLATFORM FOR PAYMENTS & TRADE FINANCE.

C. MARKETING TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT WITH AI

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1. INTRODUCTION TO MARKETING TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS

2. INTEGRATED CAMPAIGN MANAGEMENT PLATFORM

3. AI DRIVEN CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT PLATFORM

4. AI DRIVEN PERSONA BASED MARKETING PLATFORM

5. AI PLATFORM TO AUTOMATE WORKFLOWS

6. AI PLATFORM TO GENERATE ACTIONABLE PERSONAS & VIRTUAL TWINS

7. CONVERSATIONAL AI PLATFORM FOR PERSONALISED MARKETING

8. INTEGRATING AI CHATBOTS FOR CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT

9. AI DRIVEN ENTERPRISE DIGITAL CONTENT HUB

Integrating Agentic AI into enterprise processes along with Analytics & AI algorithms is leading to development of SMART ENTERPRISES with AI driven automation. Being a fast track career growth pathway, professionals from traditional careers should consider upskilling.

 COMPETENCY MODULES

A. SERVICE SECTOR AUTOMATION USING AI

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1. FUNDAMENTALS OF ANALYTICS:  FRAMEWORK, TECHNOLOGY & APPLICATION TO BUSINESS PROCESSES

2. ADVANCED ANALYTICS & AI DRIVEN HR DECISIONS PLATFORM

3. AI & ANALYTICS DRIVEN DIGITAL FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS PLATFORM

4. AI FOR MARKETING ANALYTICS

5. AI RECOGNITION TECHNOLOGY, VISUAL ANALYTICS FOR SMART RETAIL

6. BRAND & PRODUCT PERFORMANCE ANALYTICS PLATFORM

B. HR PROCESS AUTOMATION USING AI

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1. AUTOMATION OF HR DECISIONS USING AI & ANALYTICS

2. HR PROCESS AUTOMATION USING AI AGENTS & RPA

3. AUTOMATION OF ENGAGEMENT & COMMUNICATION USING AGENTIC AI

4. INTEGRATION OF INTELLIGENT DIGITAL ASSISTANTS FOR WORKFLOW AUTOMATION

C. FINTECH & AUTOMATION USING AI

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1. AI POWERED FINTECH PLATFORM FOR BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE

2. FINTECH PLATFORM FOR AUTOMATING TRADING & RISK MANAGEMENT

3. AI DRIVEN BANKING AUTOMATION PLATFORM

4. FPA SOFTWARE USING AI & RPA

5. AI DRIVEN AUDIT AUTOMATION PLATFORM

6. AGENTIC AI DRIVEN AUTOMATION OF COMPLEX WORKFLOWS & COMPLIANCE

7. INTELLIGENT AUTOMATION PLATFORM FOR FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

8. HYPER-PERSONALISED DIGITAL BANKING PLATFORM FOR PAYMENTS & TRADE FINANCE.

D. MARKETING PROCESS AUTOMATION USING AI

ADVANCED COMPETENCY

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1. AI PLATFORM FOR GTM WORKFLOWS AUTOMATION

2. AI DRIVEN MARKETING AUTOMATION PLATFORM

3. AI PLATFORM FOR SELF-OPTIMISING CAMPAIGN DESIGN

4. AI CHATBOT PLATFORM FOR CONVERSION RATE OPTIMISATION

5. AI PLATFORM FOR AUTOMATION OF PERSONALISED COMMUNICATION

IOT & AI are being paired to develop systems to monitor factory operations and design analytics integrated processes (Edge Analytics) for a quick correction in any parameter.  Using sensors embedded with machines & equipments, manufacturing facilities are becoming SMART due to systems ability to take some operational decisions to maintain desired operating parameters. Factories are thus rapidly getting automated with the emergence of AI & IOT driven platforms. 

The career pathway is fast emerging as a choice for Computer Science engineers as IOT sensors are getting integrated with all equipments and AI vision is monitoring all activities, together generating huge amount of data. Computer science professionals are  finding huge demand for Digital factory/Industry 4.0 projects and for development of Digital twins. 

A. RESOURCES OPTIMIZATION USING AI & DIGITAL TWINS:

COMPETENCY MODULE

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1. DIGITAL TWIN FOR SHOP OPERATIONS OPTIMISATION

2. DIGITAL TWIN FOR DIVERSE INDUSTRIES

3. AI POWERED AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES FOR DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

4. SENSORS & EDGE COMPUTING FOR SHOP FLOOR OPTIMISATION

5. IOT MESH, AI & ANALYTICS PLATFORM FOR DIGITAL FACTORY

6. AGENTIC AI DRIVEN AUTOMATION FOR SMART FACTORY

B. MES, AI & IOT INTEGRATION FOR SMART FACTORY

This competency module develops the ability to understand & configure AI platform for digitalising the factory and shop floor through MES. Mechanical/Automotive/Industrial & Computer Science engineers will be able to enter the fast moving AI integration domain and be able to take control of operation & control functions of the factory through an integrated AI platform.

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1. AI INTEGRATED SELF OPTIMISING SYSTEM FOR SMART ENTERPRISE

2. AI PLATFORM FOR WORKFLOW AUTOMATION IN SMART CITIES MANAGEMENT

3. AGENTIC AI, EDGE ANALYTICS & SENSORS MESH FOR OPTIMISING ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS

4. AGENTIC AI DRIVEN AUTOMATION OF ENTERPRISE PROCESSES

5. AGENTIC AI DRIVEN AUTOMATION FOR SMART FACTORY

6. HYPER AUTOMATION PLATFORM FOR ENTERPRISE PROCESSES

7. SENSORS & EDGE COMPUTING FOR SHOP FLOOR OPTIMISATION

8. IOT MESH, AI & ANALYTICS PLATFORM FOR DIGITAL FACTORY

C. AI POWERED DESIGNING, MODELING & SMART CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT:

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1. AI POWERED AUTOMATION OF TECHNICAL DRAWINGS FROM 3D MODELS

2. AUTOMATED BUILDING DESIGN PLATFORM

3. AI PLATFORM FOR AUTOMATION OF TENDERING & BID EVALUATION

4. ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FOR SMART CAMPUS

5. AI PLATFORM FOR WORKFLOW AUTOMATION IN SMART CITIES MANAGEMENT

6. AI PLATFORM TO CREATE BIM MODEL

7. DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR SMART CAMPUS DEVELOPMENT

8. AI DRIVEN AUTOMATION OF STRUCTURAL DESIGN

D. FACTORY RESOURCES OPTIMIZATION USING AI & DIGITAL TWINS:

This module helps professionals to develop the capability in managing enterprise resources using AI and digital twins of various systems. This module is more suitable for professionals working in the industry to expand their KSA profile by adding resources optimisation skill using AI & digital twins. This is the next level of skill above digital transformation.

This module expands the KSA profile of professionals by adding the skill of developing AI agents to automate workflows. Fresh graduates can enter the industry 4.0 sector through this module. This module develops the ability to understand the composition of different AI software, edge analytics & AI agents configuration as per end use.

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1. SENSORS & EDGE COMPUTING FOR SHOP FLOOR OPTIMISATION

2. IOT MESH, AI & ANALYTICS PLATFORM FOR DIGITAL FACTORY

3. AI POWERED AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES FOR DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

4. DIGITAL TWIN FOR SHOP OPERATIONS OPTIMISATION

5. DIGITAL TWIN FOR DIVERSE INDUSTRIES

6. AGENTIC AI DRIVEN AUTOMATION FOR SMART FACTORY

7. AI INTEGRATED DIGITAL SOLUTIONS FOR SMART FACTORY

Management professionals desirous of making a career in technology focused companies need to have a foundational knowledge about the core technology & products. 

The competency modules develop this foundational KSA and helps move to a fast track career growth.

This module introduces use of AI powered drones for civil construction, terrain mapping and logistics.

DRONE CERTIFICATIONS

A: SOFTWARE

This module develops the ability to understand the composition of different software and configure as per end use. No programming background is required nor any prior knowledge of softwares.

Drones are the new weapons and the differentiator of use are the electronics, software, AI algorithms and imaging/computer vision equipment loaded on it. Pairing the real-time machine learning technology of AI with the exploratory abilities of unmanned drones gives ground-level operators a human-like eye-in-the-sky. Military needs different combinations of these factors and thus this sector offers a vast scope for STEM professionals. Behind all the intelligence of a Drone are the different softwares that are used for different purposes. 

This course is very useful for Computer Science Engineers and Management students/working professionals planning a career switch. It develops the application knowledge about algorithms designing which direct a drone towards specific outcomes. Ex for crop analysis, algorithms define the expected output. 

A1: IMAGING & MAPPING CM/AID/DEF/03

An imagery analyst's primary task is to interpret and analyze images, primarily from sources like satellites, drones, and aerial photography, to extract meaningful intelligence and support decision-making.

Imagery Analysts work in both strategic and tactical environments. Strategic imagery intelligence is concerned with understanding the longer-term military, industrial, telecommunications, transport systems and infrastructure of foreign powers. Tactical imagery intelligence normally deals with immediate threats or rapidly required and time critical information needed to assist friendly-force deployments within a specific geographic area. Tactical imagery intelligence normally concerns hostile activity.

An Imagery analyst profile has huge scope of fast growth in domestic industrial & farm operations. Thermal & Hyper-spectral imaging is the foundational skill for modern precision agriculture. Photogrammetry provides the skill for digitalisation of urban planning while 3D photogrammetry & LIDAR are high in-demand skills for civil & industrial projects.

Imagery analyst is the foundational skill for many career options. 

The module consists of the following courses.

a. Imaging software

b. AI algorithms

c. Image analysis algorithms

d. 3D mapping software

e. Thermal imaging software

f. Hyper-spectral imaging software

g. Algorithms for Agriculture 

f. AI enabled drone systems 

A2: OPERATING CM/AID/DEF/04

A software analyst checks the configuration of different softwares used in the drone operation. Often, tasks are multiple and a drone operates as guided by the operating algorithms integrated with the software and operating system. Proper configuration ensures data is captured and analysed as required. 

An algorithms designer is a critical interface and provides the intelligence to drones through algorithms. A drone performs various tasks based on the process algorithms that are mapped into its system. Algorithms decide the flying path and enables cameras, sensors to operate and send data to the control center.

a. Flight planning software

b. Swarms management software

c. Flight management software

d. Object identification & computer vision software

B. HARDWARE:

Drone hardware can be segmented into two sections:

Operating systems which consists of Frame, rotors, motors, power system, blades, propulsion system etc

Sensors & Cameras based on which an application is decided.

B1: OPERATING SYSTEMS. CM/AID/DEF/05

This competency module introduces the learners to the basics of a drone, its design principles, materials used, sensors & cameras used as per the application and lastly the mapping software.

Drone manufacturing is picking up pace and certified professionals are expected to enjoy fast growth and ample opportunities.

This course is very useful for all Engineers and Management students/working professionals planning a career switch. It develops the foundation knowledge about drones.

After this certification, following certifications can be added to move to a fast career growth or a startup venture:

Suggested progressions:

A. Drone Services ( AM/AID/DEF/11)

This is a comprehensive module covering all aspects and areas where drones are used. After this certification, one can plan a startup offering various drone services or join a services company.

B. Imaging & Mapping software

C. Operating software

Following courses compose the module:

a. Communication system

b. Propulsion system

c. Flight control system

d. Power source & motors

e. Safety systems

f. AI enabled systems

g. Operating parameters calculation

h. Sensors

i. Cameras

j. Design & manufacturing

B2: Sensors & Cameras. CM/AID/DEF/06

When floods, fires, earthquakes and other disasters occur, first responders are often tasked with locating and helping those who have been affected. This can be especially challenging in dark, smoky or remote areas, but drones can be used to work around these issues through use of special cameras & sensors.

Equipped with state-of-the-art cameras and sensors, drones can locate survivors in all conditions, providing crucial information that rescuers can use to plan missions.

As an emergency response drone pilot, you will work in challenging conditions to support rescuers, plan missions, locate affected people, assess impassable terrain and more. 

In addition to emergency response, drone sensors & cameras are used for diverse applications.

This course is very useful for all engineering & management professionals who aspire to join the drone sector. It develops the application knowledge about using drones for different operations by choosing the right sensors & cameras.

Sensors & cameras are critical to drone operations and the type of use decides the best combination.

This module covers all aspects of drone sensors and cameras. 

The suggested progression after getting certified in this module are:

A. Drone Services ( AM/AID/DEF/11)

This is a comprehensive module covering all aspects and areas where drones are used. After this certification, one can plan a startup offering various drone services or join a services company.

B. Surveying & Mapping (AM/AID/DEF/09)

This module helps develop the capability to manage drone based surveying & mapping, post which a career switch can be planned in Agriculture, Civil construction, Defence.

C. UAV Swarms Control (AM/AID/DEF/04)

This is an emerging career option as drone swarms find extensive use in defence, disaster relief, terrain mapping etc.

D. Imagery analyst: Fast growth and specialized skill career option having demand across all domains.

The composition is as follows:

a. Visual data models 

b. Mapping software 

c. Drone sensors 

d. Drone cameras 

e. Application of drone sensors & cameras 

f. Safety systems: Collison avoidance 

g. Photogrammetry 

h. Multi-sensor wildlife & disaster management 

i. Ground control stations 

C. CUAV WARFARE. CM/AID/DEF/07

This is an emerging career option where opportunities are intense. With drones increasingly being inducted for attack & surveillance, demand for innovative solutions for defence against drones using a mix of electronics, laser & AI is increasing. To be an expert in anti-drone warfare, one needs to be an expert in drones. hence, this option is the next level of career for professionals who have undergone various certifications in drones.

This module is best suited for management professionals who aspire to move up in the drone industry as counter drone operations  experts. This module develops the ability of managing the software applications for controlling counter drone/swarms frameworks.

The composition of the module is structured to provide the basics of electronic systems that are vital for developing a strategy for detection and protection. UAV's communicate with their ground operators through RF. To avoid detection and stealth operation, expertise of electrical & electronics engineers is critical. The electronics framework of a UAV impacts the efficiency, accuracy and application. Counter UAV systems are designed as per the electronics.

a. Parts & types of drones 

b. Communication system 

c. AI enabled drone systems

d. RF based detection

e. Radar based detection

f. Electro-optical & infrared based systems

g. Drone on drone interceptor systems

h. GNSS spoofing & signal manipulation

i. Signal jamming & interference

j. IoT based anti drone solution

Suggested progressions:

A. Drone Services ( AM/AID/DEF/11)

This is a comprehensive module covering all aspects and areas where drones are used. After this certification, one can plan a startup offering various drone services or join a services company.

B. Software (Imaging & Mapping)

C. Software (Operations Management)

D. TECHNOLOGY. CM/AID/DEF/08

This course is very useful for all engineering & management professionals who aspire to join the drone sector. It develops the application knowledge about the electrical and electronics interventions in drones like the structure & composition of E&E control, communication system, anti-collision system etc.

This module covers all aspects of drone electronics, design principles, control stations and on-board systems.

This module is also critical for professionals who aspire to manage large swarms. UAV's are deployed in multiples as a swarm of bees and require specific algorithms to avoid collisions, plan flight of each and allocate tasks. Numerous algorithms and mapping of control system is required to operate a drone swarm. The task of the UAV swarm manager is to map the flight plan, develop algorithms or understand which algorithms have been mapped so that the configuration of the control system can be optimised. This is a crucial profile as many sectors deploy swarms particularly defence, agriculture, smart city etc. 

The module is composed of the following courses:

a. Technology components

b. AI components

c. Drone ground control systems

d. Electronic systems

e. Detection systems

f. Materials selection

g. Design principles

h. Design calculations for technology components

i. Emerging technologies

After completion of this module, following options can be targeted for career progression:

A. Drone Services: (AM/AID/DEF/11)

This is a comprehensive module covering all aspects and areas where drones are used. After this certification, one can plan a startup offering various drone services or join a services company.

B. Algorithms designer (AM/AID/DEF/03)

This module helps develop the capability to design algorithms, post which a career switch can be planned in Agriculture, Civil construction, Defence.

C. AGRICULTURE (AM/AID/DEF/04)

This is an emerging career option as Swarm control experts find extensive use in agriculture and if they have knowledge about crop mapping etc then the combination certification becomes a gateway to fast growth.

D. Software Analyst( AM/AID/DEF/05)

These two certifications develop total expertise to develop appropriate algorithms and analyse the efficiency of software used to map the drone operations.

E. SERVICES (CM/AID/DEF/11)

This module is best suited for all industry/management professionals who aspire to enter drone industry applications or professionals in agriculture, e-comm, logistics, retail, defence, media to expand their KSA profile and enter fast moving drone sector.

Roads, bridges, tunnels, power transmission poles and other structures are critical to our way of life, and they require constant maintenance.

Government bodies, insurers, engineers and construction firms are increasingly using drones to assist in the maintenance process. With the ability to safely and rapidly capture images, videos and 3D models of assets, drones can be used to identify defects that require attention.

Using drones to perform inspections makes the process quick, safe and affordable.

Other drone services include crop spraying, farm control, civil projects etc

As a career path, drone service providers can expect fast growth as this is a varied role that could see you inspecting public infrastructure in city centres, or navigating outback power transmission lines to check for signs of damage or provide farm services.

One of the greatest strength of drones is their ability to capture information about large areas of land. Drones aren’t constrained by distance or difficult terrain, and are widely used for surveying and mapping purposes.

Drone surveying and mapping supports a broad range of industries and services, such as:

• Construction and engineering

• Mining and resource generation

• City planning and real estate

• Agriculture and forestry

• Nature preservation

As a drone surveyor, you can expect to use state-of-the-art drone platforms to capture detailed images, LiDAR, GPS, infrared and other sensor data over a given area.

This data is transformed into accurate survey data and 3D models using dedicated software. You will play a role in both capturing and interpreting data, helping clients to extract the information they need.

Following is the composition of this module:

a. Farm spraying, monitoring & control

b. Wildlife monitoring

c. Emergency response & rescue

d. Asset inspection

e. Construction

f. Smart city planning & control

g. Orthomosaics generation

h. Photogrammetry

i. Lidar mapping

j. Indoor industrial inspection

k. Drones for smart farming

l. Agricultural AI drones

This course is very useful for all Engineers and Management students/working professionals. It develops the application knowledge about using drones for different services. 

F. AGRICULTURE-SMART FARMING. CM/AID/DEF/09

This is an emerging career option as Drone services experts find extensive use in agriculture and if they have knowledge about crop mapping etc then the combination certification becomes a gateway to fast growth.

The sheer size of modern agriculture operations means they can be challenging to manage. Drones are changing this, allowing operators to monitor every corner of their farm at a glance.

Agriculture drones are specialist equipment that can be used to monitor crop health, plan projects, create maps, survey plantations and execute crop spraying regimens. This provides significant cost and time savings for farmers, and it can even allow them to automate regular chores, such as spraying.

This module covers all aspects of a drone from service point of view and the learners are able to develop a broad perspective about components, technology, applications & AI integration. 

Following is the composition of the module:

a. Agricultural thermal drones 

b. Hyper-spectral imaging 

c. Drone for farm operations 

d. Agriculture AI drones 

e. Algorithms for agriculture 

f. Ortho mosaics 

g. Application of drone sensors and cameras 

h. Multi-sensor wildlife & disaster managemen 

i. Drones in sustainable agriculture