I have at least four of you interested in a new OAR-Research Diving Class, so let's start looking at a date to get it rolling (or swimming). Perhaps next Tuesday night (3/26/02) from 6 to 8 PM at the OAR office?
We can do the Introduction to Reef Research Diving talk with no obligation to proceed further if it's not right for you. If it is (hopefully) then we can discuss our further lecture options (weekends or weeknights) and dive projects.
If you know anyone else interested bring them along. Attached is the overall agenda and information about the class. You can call me at work for more details 922-43340.
Looking forward to working with you all.
Bill Horn
New OAR Research Dive Team Class
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OAR RESEARCH DIVE TEAM
TRAINING COURSE,
Agenda
SPRING 2002
This class is intended to train advanced SCUBA divers in the methods for underwater data collection, primarily on artificial reefs. The class introduces the divers to tool use, data collection and information gathering underwater, for the purpose of participating in the artificial reef research projects.
1. Introduction to Reef Research Diving -
Topics Include:
A. Research team organizational structure
B. Standards applied to SCUBA diving
C. Dive management
D. Research diver tools & equipment
2. Artificial Reef Design and Development
Topics Include:
A. Choice of materials
B. Site selection and survey
C. Physical data collection methods
D. Construction and anchoring techniques
3. Underwater Mapping
Topics Include:
A. Equipment and tools
B. Mapping techniques
C. Data collection, documentation and archives
D. Map and chart production
4. Vertebrate Identification and Census
Topics Include:
A. Fish Identification
B. Population census techniques
C. Sample collection, preparation and archiving
D. Data collection and processing
5. Invertebrate Identification and Sampling
Topics Include:
A. Succession theories
B. Sample collection, preservation & archiving
C. Species identification
D. Photographic Documentation
6. Research Team Leadership Project Planning
Topics Include:
A. Project prioritizing and selection
B. Data collection, processing and archiving
C. Leadership training
D. Public relations
DIVE EXERCISES
Dive #1 - SCUBA -Check out and task loading, compass orientation dives (not usually offshore)
Dive #2 - Mapping / Bottom Survey Dive
Dive #3 - Fish Census - Roving diver relative abundance method.
Dive #4 - Invertebrate Census - Identification and census of at least 10 species
Dive #5 - Students Final Project Dive With RDT.
Dive #6 - Students Final Project Dive With RDT
FINAL PROJECT
A 'two dive final project is optional. This dive project is to be planned and carried out in coordination with the RDT and the students, with minimum supervision of the instructor. Dates, times, purpose, and project locations are to be determined by the students and the RDT.
FINAL WRITTEN EXAM
Final Written Exam - 50 questions, 10 per module, about 1 hour plus review time.
GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION
Lectures are intended to be about 2.5 hours in length. Videos, slides and other visual aids are used for the various lectures. The textbook that is used is the Artificial Reef Research Divers Handbook by Joe Halusky, TP-63, Florida Sea Grant College Program, October 1991. A NAUI Reef Research Diver certification card will be issued upon successful completion of the course. This will include a final written exam and all 6 required dives.
There will be 4 supervised scuba dives associated with this class to become OAR-RDT members, two additional dives for NAUI certification as listed above. Dives can be combined for two dives per day, for a total of 3 days and these probably will be on weekend days. OAR training personnel will set up Dives. Students will be required to provide all personal scuba gear. Instructors will provide research gear and tools for use.
Tuition will be $150.00 per student (paid to OAR); minimum of 4 paid students. The lectures, textbooks, all materials, and the certification cards are provided as part of the tuition. A total of 50% of the tuition goes directly for paying for the costs of the dives and the students will decide how to spend any excess left at the end of the course after the final project is completed. Bill Horn, NAUI # 17511 (PH -922-4340-W) will present all lectures. This course is not affiliated with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
TRAINING COURSE,
Agenda
SPRING 2002
This class is intended to train advanced SCUBA divers in the methods for underwater data collection, primarily on artificial reefs. The class introduces the divers to tool use, data collection and information gathering underwater, for the purpose of participating in the artificial reef research projects.
1. Introduction to Reef Research Diving -
Topics Include:
A. Research team organizational structure
B. Standards applied to SCUBA diving
C. Dive management
D. Research diver tools & equipment
2. Artificial Reef Design and Development
Topics Include:
A. Choice of materials
B. Site selection and survey
C. Physical data collection methods
D. Construction and anchoring techniques
3. Underwater Mapping
Topics Include:
A. Equipment and tools
B. Mapping techniques
C. Data collection, documentation and archives
D. Map and chart production
4. Vertebrate Identification and Census
Topics Include:
A. Fish Identification
B. Population census techniques
C. Sample collection, preparation and archiving
D. Data collection and processing
5. Invertebrate Identification and Sampling
Topics Include:
A. Succession theories
B. Sample collection, preservation & archiving
C. Species identification
D. Photographic Documentation
6. Research Team Leadership Project Planning
Topics Include:
A. Project prioritizing and selection
B. Data collection, processing and archiving
C. Leadership training
D. Public relations
DIVE EXERCISES
Dive #1 - SCUBA -Check out and task loading, compass orientation dives (not usually offshore)
Dive #2 - Mapping / Bottom Survey Dive
Dive #3 - Fish Census - Roving diver relative abundance method.
Dive #4 - Invertebrate Census - Identification and census of at least 10 species
Dive #5 - Students Final Project Dive With RDT.
Dive #6 - Students Final Project Dive With RDT
FINAL PROJECT
A 'two dive final project is optional. This dive project is to be planned and carried out in coordination with the RDT and the students, with minimum supervision of the instructor. Dates, times, purpose, and project locations are to be determined by the students and the RDT.
FINAL WRITTEN EXAM
Final Written Exam - 50 questions, 10 per module, about 1 hour plus review time.
GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION
Lectures are intended to be about 2.5 hours in length. Videos, slides and other visual aids are used for the various lectures. The textbook that is used is the Artificial Reef Research Divers Handbook by Joe Halusky, TP-63, Florida Sea Grant College Program, October 1991. A NAUI Reef Research Diver certification card will be issued upon successful completion of the course. This will include a final written exam and all 6 required dives.
There will be 4 supervised scuba dives associated with this class to become OAR-RDT members, two additional dives for NAUI certification as listed above. Dives can be combined for two dives per day, for a total of 3 days and these probably will be on weekend days. OAR training personnel will set up Dives. Students will be required to provide all personal scuba gear. Instructors will provide research gear and tools for use.
Tuition will be $150.00 per student (paid to OAR); minimum of 4 paid students. The lectures, textbooks, all materials, and the certification cards are provided as part of the tuition. A total of 50% of the tuition goes directly for paying for the costs of the dives and the students will decide how to spend any excess left at the end of the course after the final project is completed. Bill Horn, NAUI # 17511 (PH -922-4340-W) will present all lectures. This course is not affiliated with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.