Introduction to Drones

Curious about drones but don’t know where to start? Join us at Blackshaw Gould Community Pavilion to hear from Albert, founder of edTech social startup Tinkery. Unlock the world of fun and real-world applications drones have to offer.

In this workshop participants will learn about:

• Drone types, parts, structure, components
• Flight rules and regulatory requirements
• Flying principles and planning
• Safe flying and aviation physics

Cost: $8.50

Age: 16+

Skill level: No previous experience is necessary.

Equipment: All materials will be provided. Please note outdoor drone flying is not permitted at this location.

Spaces are limited so book your spot today.

About the Facilitator:

Albert Ong is the founder of Tinkery, an edTech social startup aiming to make hands on learning accessible through creative prototyping kits and courses. Albert has over a decade of experience as a hybrid mechatronics engineer, biotechnologist and interaction designer, and has worked on a range of industry and research projects ranging from art installations at Vivid Sydney, rehabilitative games and exoskeletons, bioreactors, drones, makerspaces, industrial robots, facility management systems, green architecture, and speculative and futures design projects.

Accessibility Information:

Georges River Libraries is committed to providing inclusive library services and programs. Please email library@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au or note down your requirements or support needs in your event registration.

Terms and Conditions:

• If you arrive more than 10 minutes after the advertised start time and there are people in the standby queue, your ticket may be allocated to the standby queue.
• This workshop will not be recorded and cannot be accessed after the scheduled time. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration at least 3 hours prior to the event. As Library Programs have limited spaces and repeated failure to notify staff of cancellations, bookings may be refused in the future.
• The library does not endorse or promote any products which may be used in the workshop.