ROS-Industrial Training Course

This instructor-led, live training in Botswana (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level robotics engineers who wish to thoroughly understand operating and programming the ABB IRB 2600ID robot for welding tasks.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand how robotics is applied in welding.
• Develop proficiency in programming the ABB IRB 2600ID robot for various welding tasks.
• Learn to safely and effectively operate the ABB IRB 2600ID robot.
• Understand the safety standards and procedures relevant to robotic welding operations.

Drones and photogrammetry have become indispensable tools for high-precision infrastructure supervision. By integrating advanced geodesy principles, real-time modelling, and high-accuracy drone mapping, professionals can gain deeper insights, enhance accuracy, and boost productivity within construction environments.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate to advanced professionals seeking to apply sophisticated drone and photogrammetry workflows—including geodetic controls and high-precision mapping techniques—to complex infrastructure projects.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Implement advanced photogrammetric methods, including RTK/PPK workflows and ground control calibration.
• Integrate geodetic reference systems and projections for large-scale infrastructure sites.
• Design precision flight missions tailored to complex terrain and infrastructure geometry.
• Analyze photogrammetry data using GIS software to monitor structural health, deformation, and compliance.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Advanced exercises and real-world case studies.
• Hands-on implementation with drone data and modelling tools.

Course Customization Options

• To request customized training for this course, please contact us to make arrangements.

This instructor-led live training in Botswana (online or on-site) is designed for engineers and developers who wish to design, develop, and test aerial vehicles by exploring various aerial robotics concepts and tools.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Grasp the fundamental principles of aerial robotics.
• Model and design UAVs and quadrotors.
• Gain insight into the core aspects of flight control and motion planning.
• Learn how to utilise various simulation tools within the field of aerial robotics.

This instructor-led live training guides participants through the process of building a robot using Arduino hardware and the Arduino (C/C++) programming language.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Construct and operate a robotic system encompassing both software and hardware elements
• Gain a solid grasp of the core concepts underpinning robotic technology
• Assemble motors, sensors, and microcontrollers to create a functional robot
• Design the mechanical framework of a robot

Target Audience

• Software developers
• Engineers
• Hobbyists

Course Format

• A blend of lectures, discussions, exercises, and extensive hands-on practice

Note

• The instructor will specify the hardware kits required prior to the training. These will typically include the following components:
• Arduino board
• Motor controller
• Distance sensor
• Bluetooth slave module
• Prototyping board and cables
• USB cable
• Vehicle chassis kit
• Participants are required to purchase their own hardware.
• For customised training arrangements, please contact us.

This instructor-led live training in Botswana (online or in-person) is aimed at anyone who wishes to understand the basics of UAS and apply drone technology in planning, operations, management, and analysis for various industries.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Gain fundamental knowledge of UAVs and drones.
• Learn about drone classifications and uses to find suitable UAVs that address different needs.
• Evaluate delivery options and regulations for the convenient operation of drones.
• Understand the risks and ethics of using drone technology.
• Explore future uses and capabilities of UAVs including integration with other technologies.

This instructor-led, live training in Botswana (online or onsite) is designed for participants at the beginner to intermediate level who wish to learn how to apply drones and photogrammetry techniques for infrastructure supervision in construction projects.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of drones and photogrammetry.
• Develop and execute drone flight plans for construction sites.
• Perform photogrammetry tracking and create detailed maps and 3D models.
• Use photogrammetry data for infrastructure supervision and issue detection.
• Apply drone technology to improve construction site safety and efficiency.

This instructor-led, live training in Botswana (online or onsite) is aimed at agriculture technicians, researchers, and engineers who wish to apply aerial robotics in optimising data collection and analysis for agriculture.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand drone technology and regulations related to it.
• Deploy drones to acquire, process, and analyse crop data to improve farming and agricultural methods.

The Evo Max 4T is a professional-grade drone designed for advanced aerial operations, inspections, and data collection.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level operators who wish to safely and effectively use the Evo Max 4T for professional applications and prepare for official certification.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the technical specifications and operation of the Evo Max 4T drone.
• Apply operational safety procedures in aerial activities.
• Comply with current AAC and local drone regulations.
• Implement best practices for efficient and safe drone operations.
• Prepare for certification/licensing through theoretical and practical training.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Hands-on practice with drone equipment and simulators.
• Practical exercises and real flight scenarios.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Botswana (online or onsite) is designed for engineers and technicians at intermediate to advanced levels who wish to acquire the skills to program, operate, and optimise Fanuc and Epson robotic systems for industrial applications.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the architecture and functionalities of Fanuc and Epson robots.
• Program robot movements, logic, and sensor integrations.
• Implement safety protocols and troubleshooting techniques.
• Optimize robotic workflows for improved efficiency.

The FIFISH V6 Expert is a professional-grade remotely operated underwater vehicle engineered for inspections, exploration, and the assessment of submerged structures.

This live, instructor-led training (available online or onsite) targets intermediate technical staff who want to master the safe and effective operation and manoeuvring of the FIFISH V6 Expert during underwater inspections.

Upon completing this training, learners will acquire the ability to:

• Set up, calibrate, and maintain the FIFISH V6 Expert system.
• Pilot the ROV in both open water and confined underwater settings.
• Execute submerged structural inspection tasks utilizing onboard sensors and tools.
• Capture, manage, and analyse underwater video footage and data.

Course Format

• Instructor-led demonstrations and practical briefings.
• Hands-on exercises using real equipment or simulator environments.
• Field operation practice with supervised piloting scenarios.

Course Customization Options

• Training content can be tailored to specific inspection environments, mission profiles, or operator competency requirements.

This course provides an introduction to machine learning techniques applied within robotics.

It offers a comprehensive look at established methods, their motivations, and core concepts, particularly as they relate to pattern recognition.

Following a brief theoretical foundation, participants will engage in practical exercises using open-source software, typically R, or other widely used tools.

Natural Language Processing converts raw text into actionable intelligence, allowing machines to interpret human communication. The course explores core techniques including corpus analysis, sentence structure parsing, text preprocessing pipelines, and dimensionality reduction via SVD and NMF methods. Participants engage in practical implementations of document clustering, topic modelling, sentiment analysis, named entity recognition, and Latent Dirichlet Allocation using Python. This equips practitioners with the skills to build intelligent text analytics systems for automated content classification and search.

Practical Rapid Prototyping for Robotics with ROS 2 & Docker is a hands-on course designed to assist developers in efficiently building, testing, and deploying robotic applications. Participants will learn to containerise robotics environments, integrate ROS 2 packages, and prototype modular robotic systems using Docker to ensure reproducibility and scalability. The course places a strong emphasis on agility, version control, and collaborative practices that are well-suited for early-stage development and innovation teams.

This instructor-led, live training (available online or onsite) is aimed at beginner to intermediate participants who wish to accelerate robotics development workflows using ROS 2 and Docker.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up a ROS 2 development environment within Docker containers.
• Develop and test robotic prototypes in modular, reproducible setups.
• Use simulation tools to validate system behaviour before hardware deployment.
• Collaborate effectively using containerised robotics projects.
• Apply continuous integration and deployment concepts in robotics pipelines.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and demonstrations.
• Hands-on exercises with ROS 2 and Docker environments.
• Mini-projects focused on real-world robotic applications.

Course Customisation Options

• To request a customised training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

In this instructor-led live training held at Botswana, participants will learn how to begin using ROS for their robotics projects through the application of robotics visualization and simulation tools.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the basics of ROS.
• Learn how to create a basic robotics project using ROS.
• Learn how to use different tools for robotics including simulation and visualization tools.

This instructor-led, live training in Botswana (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level to intermediate-level and potentially advanced-level robotics developers who wish to learn how to use ROS to program mobile robots using Python.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Set up a development environment that includes ROS, Python, and a mobile robot platform.
• Create and run ROS nodes, topics, services, and actions using Python.
• Use ROS tools and utilities to monitor and debug ROS applications.
• Use ROS packages and libraries to perform common tasks for mobile robots.
• Integrate ROS with other frameworks and tools.
• Troubleshooting and debugging ROS applications.