Self-study course - GPR on a UAV (GPR-1)
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GPR on a UAV (GPR-1) is SPH Engineering's self-study quick start for planning, configuring and flying drone GPR surveys. It suits beginners who plan to use GPR on a drone. HobiTech coordinates enrolment for customers in India.
How it works
- After successful payment, the course is unlocked for your account in the Academy of SPH Engineering platform.
- Once enrolled, you can finish at your own pace.
What does the GPR-1 self-study course cover?
This course is a quick start for GPR survey planning, configuration and execution. It explains the basics of preparing for a GPR survey and gives insight into planning a survey so the data answers your question. SPH Engineering describes it as designed for beginners and especially valuable for those planning to use GPR with UAVs. The SPH Engineering Academy course page lists these topics:
- Specifics of GPR usage on a UAV
- GPR survey flight safety aspects
- GPR estimation calculations
- Optimal GPR configuration for your survey targets
- GPR configuration in Prism 2
- GPR configuration in SkyHub
- GPR survey flight planning and execution
The course explains the key principles of GPR operation, flight safety and mission planning. You learn to configure a GPR system in Prism 2 and in SkyHub, estimate performance, and adapt the configuration to your survey target. The course is delivered by SPH Engineering; HobiTech coordinates enrolment for customers in India. See the GPR-1 course page on the SPH Engineering Academy for the current details.
Which GPR course is right for you?
SPH Engineering's GPR programme has three courses. Each one comes as a self-paced self-study course on the SPH Engineering Academy or as a live trainer-led course. All are delivered by SPH Engineering, priced on request and enrolled through HobiTech in India. Here is how they compare.
| GPR-1: GPR on a UAV You are viewing this course |
GPR-2: GPR Basics | GPR-3: GPR Advanced Module | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level | Beginner: drone GPR surveys | Beginner: radar fundamentals | Advanced |
| Best for you if | You have bought, or are about to buy, a drone GPR and need to plan and fly your first surveys | You are new to ground penetrating radar and want to read a radargram with confidence | You already run GPR surveys and want to process and interpret the data on your own |
| What you learn | GPR on a drone, flight safety, estimation calculations, setting the radar up for your target, survey flight planning | How GPR signals travel, the parts of a GPR profile, types of GPR, typical survey data, signal speed and resolution | Soil properties that affect the signal, methods to find signal speed, GPR data processing, survey planning |
| Before you start | No GPR experience needed | No GPR experience needed | A foundation in GPR, ideally field experience, plus Prism and GeoHammer knowledge |
| Software covered | Prism 2 and SkyHub | Concepts with practical examples | Prism and GeoHammer |
| Length (self-study) | Self-paced (quick start) | 3 hours of video | 3 hours of video |
| Certificate (self-study) | SPH Engineering completion certificate after the self-assessment test | SPH Engineering certificate after the exam, shareable on LinkedIn | SPH Engineering certificate after the exam, shareable on LinkedIn |
| Course pages |
GPR-1 self-study GPR-1 trainer-led |
GPR-2 self-study GPR-2 trainer-led |
GPR-3 self-study GPR-3 trainer-led |
Quick guide
- New to radar? Start with GPR-2, then take GPR-1 before your first drone survey.
- Know GPR, new to drones? Go straight to GPR-1.
- Already processing GPR data? Take GPR-3.
- Want a formal assessment? Finish with the Practical Exam & Certification for GPR.
Suggested path: GPR-2 → GPR-1 → GPR-3 → Practical Exam. Not sure where you fit? WhatsApp or call us on +91 70225 26509 and we will suggest the right starting point.
Who should take GPR-1, and what comes next?
GPR-1 is a good first step if you have bought, or are about to buy, a drone GPR system and want to understand how to prepare a survey before you fly. According to the SPH Engineering Academy, a course completion certificate issued by SPH Engineering is available after you pass the self-assessment test.
The SPH GPR programme has 3 course levels, each offered as self-study or trainer-led:
| Course | Focus | Self-study | Trainer-led |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPR-1: GPR on a UAV | Planning, configuring and flying GPR surveys on a drone | This course | GPR-1 trainer-led |
| GPR-2: GPR Basics | Foundations of GPR signals, profiles and resolution | GPR-2 self-study | GPR-2 trainer-led |
| GPR-3: GPR Advanced Module | Signal propagation theory, data processing and interpretation | GPR-3 self-study | GPR-3 trainer-led |
If you are new to radar itself, GPR Basics (GPR-2) covers the fundamentals. When you want a formal assessment, SPH also offers the Practical Exam & Certification for GPR. See all options on our GPR training page or the full training and certification page.
What hardware and software does the course relate to?
The course is built around SPH Engineering's drone GPR integrated system. On its GPR technology page, SPH lists Radar Systems Zond Aero radars, including the Zond Aero 500 with a typical penetration of about 1 to 2 m, flown on drones such as the DJI M400, M350, M300 and M600. The parts you will meet in the course are:
- Ground penetrating radars, such as the Zond Aero 500 "NG"
- The SkyHub software package for GPR, which logs GPR data with GNSS and altimeter data on board
- UgCS EXPERT for flight planning and terrain following
- GeoHammer Pro for processing survey data after the flight
Why buy GPR-1 from HobiTech?
HobiTech is an Official Partner of SPH Engineering based in Bengaluru. HobiTech coordinates enrolment in SPH Engineering courses for customers in India, and every order comes with a GST invoice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who delivers the GPR-1 self-study course?
SPH Engineering delivers the course on its Academy platform. HobiTech coordinates enrolment for customers in India.
When can I start the course?
After successful payment, the course is unlocked for your account on the SPH Engineering Academy platform, and you can finish it at your own pace.
Do I need GPR experience before GPR-1?
SPH Engineering describes GPR-1 as designed for beginners. If you want the radar fundamentals first, start with GPR Basics (GPR-2).
Do I get a certificate?
According to the SPH Engineering Academy, a course completion certificate issued by SPH Engineering is available after you pass the self-assessment test.
Is there a live version with a trainer?
Yes. Trainer-led GPR on a UAV (GPR-1) covers mounting, configuring and flying GPR with an SPH trainer, for users with at least basic UgCS experience.
How do I enrol in GPR on a UAV (GPR-1) in India?
Use Request a quote on this page, or call HobiTech on +91 70225 26509. We confirm the price and enrolment details, and every order comes with a GST invoice.