Level I sUAS Thermography Certification

Level I sUAS Certification teaches the skills needed to plan missions, capture reliable thermal data, and perform professional aerial infrared inspections.

 

  • Plan and execute successful aerial thermal missions
  • Capture accurate thermal data from drones
  • Deliver professional inspection reports and actionable results
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Level I sUAS Objectives

Develop the core competencies required for professional aerial thermography inspections

  1. 1

    Plan Missions with Confidence

    Learn how altitude, distance-to-target, field of view, environmental conditions, and camera selection impact inspection results and measurement accuracy.

  2. 2

    Capture Reliable Thermal Data from the Air

    Develop best practices for operating thermal cameras on unmanned aircraft systems and collecting inspection data that supports informed decisions.

  3. 3

    Select the Right Equipment for the Job

    Understand drone platform capabilities, infrared camera specifications, lenses, and imaging technologies to support a wide range of aerial inspection applications.

  4. 4

    Analyze, Document, and Communicate Results

    Transform images, video, and inspection findings into professional reports that help stakeholders identify issues and prioritize corrective actions.

The Most Important Investment You Can Make

Technology only delivers value when people know how to use it. Level I sUAS training gives personnel the essential skills to interpret thermal images accurately, avoid costly errors, and produce consistent, actionable results.

Why Organizations Choose Level I sUAS Training

The business case for investing in certified sUAS thermography programs
AERIAL INSPECTION EFFECTIVENESS

Improve Data Quality and Inspection Accuracy

Learn how to collect meaningful thermal data from the air by applying proven thermography principles, mission planning techniques, and proper camera configuration practices.

SAFETY & ACCESSIBILITY

Inspect More Assets with Reduced Risk

Evaluate assets from safe stand-off distances while reducing the need for climbing, shutdowns, scaffolding, or difficult site access requirements.

OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

Cover More Ground in Less Time

Inspect large or hard-to-access assets efficiently, helping organizations increase inspection coverage while reducing labor and operational costs.

Unlock More Value from Your Thermography Program

  • Improve thermal data quality and consistency
  • Increase inspection coverage of critical assets
  • Enhance safety during inspection activities
  • Deliver more actionable inspection results

Who Should Attend Level I sUAS Training

What’s Included with Training

  • Level I sUAS Thermography Certification

        • Complete the assessment and earn your Level I sUAS Thermography Certification upon successful completion.

  • Get Everything You Need to Learn

    • Includes your textbook, study guide, and lab workbook for learning, practice, and field reference.

  • Learn from Thermography Experts

    • Build practical, field-ready skills through expert instruction, real-world examples, and hands-on exercises.

  • Keep Learning After Certification

    • Access online resources, technical content, and ongoing learning materials to continue developing your skills.

Train More, Save More. We offer flexible private onsite options for teams of 5 or more, plus discounted group pricing. Contact us to find the right solution for your organization.

Trusted by Professionals Across Industries

  • Utilities & Power Transmission

    Roles: Professionals inspecting transmission lines, substations, distribution equipment, and other critical power infrastructure.

  • Solar & Renewable Energy

    Roles: Technicians and inspectors responsible for evaluating solar arrays, wind energy components, and renewable energy assets.

  • Commercial Roofing & Building Diagnostics

    Roles: Professionals performing roof moisture surveys, building envelope assessments, and facility condition evaluations.

  • Inspection Service Providers & Drone Operators

    Roles: Drone pilots, thermographers, consultants, and inspection service organizations looking to expand their aerial inspection capabilities.

What Aerial Professionals Say

Learn why drone pilots, utility inspectors, solar technicians, and thermographers choose Level I sUAS Certification to strengthen their capabilities and improve decision making in the field.

Having completed college concurrent with the online school boom. I have to say this is by far the most interactive class I have taken. All the camera changes and technology utilized to teach have been very helpful. Instructor was very passionate and engaging, which was equally important to me.

Level I sUAS Online Certification Graduate October 2026
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