Digital Construction: Drones, Laser Scanning and Site Technology (CM-048) Training Course

Digital Construction: Drones, Laser Scanning and Site Technology

Construction sites are being transformed by digital technologies. Drones capture progress and survey data in minutes, laser scanners create accurate point clouds of…

5 daysClassroom or online

49Upcoming dates

12Cities

£2,750Fees from

Course overview

Introduction

Construction sites are being transformed by digital technologies. Drones capture progress and survey data in minutes, laser scanners create accurate point clouds of existing structures, mobile apps replace paper forms and sensors monitor equipment, materials and conditions in real time. Used well, these tools improve productivity, quality, safety and decision making.

This Digital Construction training course provides a practical overview of the main site technologies and how to deploy them successfully. Participants learn about drone surveys and inspections, laser scanning and reality capture, integration with building information models, site management and inspection apps, sensors and connected equipment, and data management and security.

The course focuses on selecting the right technology for real needs, building a business case and managing implementation and change.

Course Objectives

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

Explain how digital technologies are changing construction sites
Describe drone applications for survey, progress and inspection
Understand laser scanning and reality capture workflows
Integrate reality capture with building information models
Use mobile site management, quality and safety applications
Apply sensors and connected equipment for site monitoring
Manage construction data, security and interoperability
Build a business case and implementation plan for site technology

Target Audience

This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals, including:

Construction and project managers
Site engineers and surveyors
Digital construction and BIM managers
Quality and safety managers
Innovation and technology leads in construction firms
Client and owner representatives

Training Methodology

The course combines technology demonstrations, sample data sets and case studies with practical planning exercises. Participants review drone and point cloud outputs, compare as-built data with design models, evaluate site apps and develop a technology adoption plan for their own organisation.

Target Competencies

Drone application planning
Reality capture understanding
Model and scan integration
Digital site workflows
Construction data management
Technology adoption planning

Course outline

1Day One: The Digital Construction Site

Drivers for digital transformation in construction
Overview of key site technologies and their uses
Productivity, quality and safety benefits
Barriers to adoption and common failures
Case studies of successful technology deployments
Assessing your organisation's digital maturity
Exercise: identifying site problems technology could solve

2Day Two: Drones in Construction

Drone types, sensors and capabilities
Topographic surveys and earthworks volume calculation
Progress monitoring and visual records
Inspection of roofs, facades and structures
Aviation regulations and safe drone operations
Processing drone data into usable outputs
Workshop: planning a drone survey programme

3Day Three: Laser Scanning and Reality Capture

Terrestrial, mobile and handheld laser scanners
Photogrammetry and its comparison with scanning
Point clouds and their processing workflows
Scanning existing buildings for refurbishment design
Comparing as-built scans with design models
Accuracy, control and quality of captured data
Exercise: reviewing a point cloud against a model

4Day Four: Site Apps, Sensors and Connected Equipment

Mobile apps for inspections, snagging and permits
Digital site diaries and progress reporting
Sensors for concrete curing, environment and structure
Equipment telematics and plant utilisation
Wearables and technology for site safety
Integrating site data with project controls
Workshop: evaluating site management applications

5Day Five: Data, Security and Implementation

Common data environments and information flows
Interoperability and open data standards
Cyber security and data protection on site
Building a business case for technology investment
Piloting, scaling and training site teams
Measuring benefits and continuous improvement
Personal action plan for digital construction

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Digital Construction: Drones, Laser Scanning and Site Technology course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Digital Construction: Drones, Laser Scanning and Site Technology course?

The next public date is 7 - 11 Dec 2026 in London. There are 49 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in London, Barcelona, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Cape Town, Dubai, Geneva, Istanbul, Madrid, Munich, Rome, Vienna.

Can I take Digital Construction: Drones, Laser Scanning and Site Technology online?

Yes. Every date can also be joined live online in a virtual classroom with the trainer, for £1,280 per participant. Choose "Live online" in the dates table when you register.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,750 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

Digital Construction: Drones, Laser Scanning and Site Technology

Course overview

Introduction

Course Objectives

Target Audience

Training Methodology

Target Competencies

Course outline

Dates and fees

Frequently asked questions

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