PENJANA CAPT (Cohort 2: Drone with UMK Jeli) – Empowering the Next Generation of Skilled Drone Operators in Agriculture
JELI, KELANTAN — The PENJANA Career Advancement Programme (CAPT) Cohort 2: Drone with UMK Jeli has successfully concluded, bringing together 46 enthusiastic participants comprising local graduates and youth eager to explore the field of agricultural drone technology.
This programme is part of Malaysia’s PENJANA initiative (Pelan Jana Semula Ekonomi Negara), aimed at revitalizing the national economy by equipping Malaysians with industry-relevant technical and vocational skills. The focus on Smart Agriculture and Drone Operations highlights the growing importance of automation and data-driven technologies in transforming the agricultural landscape.
As an industry partner, TVET AustralAsia (TVETAA) played a key role in coordinating training delivery, ensuring quality modules, and facilitating hands-on exposure for all participants in the operation, maintenance, and application of drones in precision farming.
The training was conducted in collaboration with Universiti Malaysia Kelantan (UMK) Jeli Campus, which provided facilities and academic support. Under the guidance of professional trainers from Charlesmann Solution, participants were exposed to comprehensive modules covering flight control, GPS calibration, equipment maintenance, flight safety, and real-world applications of drones in crop spraying and land mapping.
A highlight of the programme was the corporate visit to DJI Agriculture Kelantan, where participants gained first-hand experience observing professional agricultural drone operations. They also benefited from insightful sharing sessions with experienced drone operators, learning about data analytics software, automated flight systems, and cost-effective solutions for sustainable farming.
During the closing ceremony, TVETAA expressed its sincere appreciation to all partners, especially Charlesmann Solution for their dedicated training support and DJI Agriculture Kelantan for hosting the participants during the industrial visit. Special recognition was also given to the 46 participants for their outstanding commitment and performance throughout the training.
“This programme is more than just technical training — it is a platform for building confidence and awareness among young Malaysians that mastering drone technology can open doors to new career paths and economic opportunities,” said a representative from TVETAA during the closing ceremony.
The success of PENJANA CAPT (Cohort 2) demonstrates how strong collaboration between academic institutions, industry partners, and TVET agencies can produce a skilled, competent, and future-ready workforce capable of meeting the challenges of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR 4.0).
With this achievement, TVETAA remains committed to expanding its network of partnerships with educational institutions and industry players, ensuring that Malaysia’s workforce continues to be relevant, competitive, and globally impactful.
This marks not an end, but a new beginning — a journey towards empowering Malaysia’s youth to drive smarter, greener, and technology-driven agriculture for a sustainable future.
