OCSC 4000 Scientific Diving Methods
Are you a certified scuba diver with a passion for marine life? Do you wonder how it feels to dive with the eyes and spirit of a scientist? Would you like to acquire a unique set of skills that will make you highly attractive to employers in government, academia, and marine industry?
We’ve got you covered with a fun, new course at MUN!
OCSC 4000 Scientific Diving Methods
OCSC 4000 is an in-depth study and application of methods routinely employed for data collection in underwater scientific research. Aspects covered include habitat mapping; installation and use of instrumentation; still and video camera techniques; planning and execution of surveys and experiments in major subtidal habitats; as well as data analysis and interpretation. Participants are trained in accordance with ÐÓ°É´«Ã½â€™s Guide for Diving Safety and the Canadian Association for Underwater Science (CAUS) standards to meet the criteria for Scientific Diver I rating. This course is normally offered at the Bonne Bay Marine Station in a special 2-week session at the beginning or end of the Spring semester depending on station’s availability.
PR: Biology 2122 or Biology 3709, Biology 2600, Statistics 2550
For more information contact: Dr. Patrick Gagnon pgagnon@mun.ca