Discover drone innovations and make lasting societal impact
With the growing demand for drone-based innovations across civilian and military sectors, our drone minor program offers an unique opportunity to be at the forefront of this transformative technology. The minor drones offers hands-on learning and personalized exploration, by tackling real-world challenges in various applications. This program is designed for students from almost any technical background, providing a broad, accessible minor that allows you to address urgent and relevant challenges while tailoring your learning experience to your individual interests.
- Code
M.1311
- Start
februari
- Type
Voltijd
- Taal
Engels
- Max aantal deelnemers
32
- Locatie
Enschede
- Minor Type
B: Toegankelijk voor enkele hbo-opleidingen (check 'Doelgroep')
- Doelgroep
Saxion-student, Niet-Saxion-student
Course Content
The drone minor explores the cutting-edge field of drone technology, combining technical knowledge, hands-on experience, and real-world applications. It offers a comprehensive yet flexible minor program, including modules on drone fundamentals, modeling and control, AI-based perception, testing, certification, and piloting. A semester-long innovative project allows students to tackle societal challenges, specialize in their areas of interest, and work on public-private collaborations with the SMART Mechatronics and Robotics research groups. Open to students from diverse technical backgrounds, this minor equips participants with essential skills, practical experience, and recognized certification, preparing them to innovate, be part of and even lead in the rapidly growing drone industry.
Skills and Competencies You Will Develop
- Rapid Prototyping
- Problem-Solution Mapping
- Piloting
- Teamwork
- Research & Development
Program Structure
The minor is composed of four 5 ECT modules, of which you follow at least three:
- Fundamentals of Drones (mandatory module): Establish a strong foundation in drone technology.
- Elective Modules (choose at least two):
- Modeling and Control
- AI-Based Perception
- Certification and Piloting
These above modules provide you with the flexibility to shape your learning path based on your interests and career goals.
Innovative Project (15 ECT)
The innovative project spans the entire semester and serves as the culmination of the knowledge and skills acquired in the modules, focusing on solving real-world societal challenges. This project provides students with the opportunity to further specialize in one or more areas covered in the modules.
Projects are conducted within the context of ongoing and prospective public-private collaborative projects of the SMART Mechatronics and Robotics research groups. At the same time, they are designed to offer flexibility, allowing students to tailor their work to align with their interests.
Throughout the project, students will also develop foundational knowledge of drone frameworks and get critical training in research skills, equipping them with the knowledge, skills and tools needed to succeed and thrive in this field.
Mandatory:
- Fundamentals of drones(5 EC)
- Innovative project (15 EC)
- Minimum of 2 courses from:
- Modelling and control (5 EC)
- AI based perception(5 EC)
- Testing, certification and piloting (5 EC)
This minor is made for students from diverse technical backgrounds, including:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Applied Computer Science
- HBO-ICT
- Industrial design
- others after intake
Students from other educational programs, both within and outside Saxion, who possess basic technical knowledge and an interest in the field are also eligible to apply. However, these students are expected to meet certain knowledge and skills for this minor, including knowledge of kinematics, dynamics, and programming. Students who wish to participate in the minor but lack these prerequisites are expected to acquire the necessary knowledge themselves.
Why choose this minor?
The emerging demand for drone-based innovations in civilian and military applications underscores the relevance of this minor. Here's why it's a game-changer:
- Broad, Accessible Technical Program: Expand your technical expertise with minimal prerequisites.
- Flexible and Unique Curriculum: Tailor your learning journey to suit your interests.
- High Value and Diverse Applications: Enhance your skills for various impactful challenges.
- Personal Growth and Certification: Gain a recognized certification that adds value to your career.
Different types of exams are used for each module (each module is graded independently).
Grading will be based on products as they are used in the work field: prototypes as a physical product, reports or presentations describing the design process and an assessment to explain your individual contribution.
Fundamental technical knowledge can be assessed in oral or written exams (TBD).
