Drone Surveying Workshop at
Princess Noura University
Tues, Oct 08 | Riyadh
About the Workshop
On October 8, 2024, NineTenths delivered a hands-on workshop, “The Use of Drones and Related Technologies in Surveying” at Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University (PNU), hosted by the Department of Geography and Environmental Sustainability. The workshop is part of NineTenths’ ongoing efforts to strengthen partnerships and collaboration with academic institutions across the Kingdom.
A core goal of the session was to empower women by introducing them to modern fields related to drone systems and technologies, along with the knowledge and skills needed for effective participation in the job market.
Attendees who completed the session received official certificates of attendance from NineTenths, recognizing their participation in the drone surveying training.
What Was Covered
NineTenths’ specialists, Eng. Omar Haidar Saleh and Eng. Yousuf Ahmed Al-Katout, led the session, walking attendees through the practical fundamentals of drone-based surveying and mapping, including:
- Core hardware setup and capabilities of professional surveying drones and their mapping payloads
- How DJI Terra software supports professional surveying and mapping workflows, alongside simpler modeling tools for general, non-surveying use
- How drone-based surveying supports site mapping, topographic data collection, and environmental monitoring
- Real-world applications of drone surveying technology in the Saudi job market
- Live equipment demonstrations, giving attendees direct, hands-on exposure to professional UAV surveying tools
Time & Location
Date & Time: October 08, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Venue: Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University (PNU), Riyadh
Host: Department of Geography and Environmental Sustainability
Delivered By: NineTenths drone training team
Audience: Female students and faculty
University Recognition
Following the session, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University formally recognized NineTenths’ contribution. The Department of Geography and Environmental Sustainability issued official certificates of appreciation to Eng. Omar Haidar Saleh and Eng. Yousuf Ahmed Al-Katout for delivering the workshop, signed by the Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. NineTenths also extends its appreciation to Dr. Nora Al-Shamrani, Head of the Geography Department, for her support and encouragement throughout the workshop.
Read the original announcement on [LinkedIn].
Supporting Women in Technology
This workshop reflects NineTenths’ commitment to empowering Saudi women in emerging technology fields, in line with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 goals around women’s participation in the workforce and the growth of the national drone technology sector. By partnering with academic institutions like Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, NineTenths continues to build practical pathways for women to enter and grow within the drone and geospatial technology industry.
Frequently Asked Questions About the PNU Drone Surveying Workshop
The workshop was hosted by the Department of Geography and Environmental Sustainability at Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, in partnership with NineTenths.
The workshop covered drone hardware fundamentals, DJI Terra surveying and mapping software, and real-world applications of drone surveying technology in the Saudi job market.
Yes. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences issued official certificates of appreciation to NineTenths’ specialists, Eng. Omar Haidar Saleh and Eng. Yousuf Ahmed Al-Katout, for delivering the workshop.
Interested in drone surveying training for your team or institution?
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