Marine Technology Program
This program is designed for students interested in careers working on Great Lakes, ocean-based research vessels, or in industries related to the blue economy with particular emphasis on ROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) operations and applied robotics. The program features an on-water component, coursework related to ocean issues and underwater archaeology, skilled trades required to design and build an ROV, and the opportunity for an internship. Also includes a capstone project leading to entry in the national ROV competition.
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An introduction to hydraulic and pneumatic principles and components. Covers primary laws and formulas, calculations, schematics, design considerations, and troubleshooting.
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This course covers the basic technology, challenge, and application of robotics in lakes and oceans. Students will utilize their skills in a semester-long development of a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV).
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This advanced project-based course utilizes the student's diverse skills in a semester long development of a competition based Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV). The course is structured as a company with multiple projects and objectives designed to give students real world project experience.
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Introduction to economic, environmental, and public policy issues facing the Great Lakes and oceans in the 21st century. Emphasis is placed on how these issues relate to emerging marine occupations.
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An introduction to Data Acquisition, signal conditioning, sensors, digital and analog inputs and outputs, instrumentation communications, and basic controls.
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Based on the scientific diver training standards defined by the American Academy of Underwater Sciences.
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This course explores the interdisciplinary study of shipwrecks and the maritime landscape found within the Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary through the exploration of the maritime history of the Great Lakes and examining how the region played a critical role in the growth of the nation. The course also introduces students to the theory and practice of underwater archaeology. Students will gain hands on experience with archaeological recording techniques and basic underwater archaeological mapping skills. The field techniques used in this course are versatile and skills can be applied in a variety of fields.
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Document to Validate Quality of Courses/Program
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- Date:
- 2011
- Primary Material Type:
- Workshop and Training Material
- Institution:
- Alpena Community College
- Funding Source:
- TAACCCT Round 1
- Subjects:
- Hydraulics, Submersible Robotics, Great Lakes History, Diving
Industry / Occupation
- Industry Sector:
- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services -- Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services -- Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (5419)
- Occupation:
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (49-0000)
Education / Instructional Information
- Instructional Program:
- Science Technologies/Technicians (41)
- Educational Level of Materials:
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- Mix of Active and Presentation
- Time Required:
- 2 Years
- Language:
- en_US
- Interactivity Type:
- Mix of Active and Presentation
- Course Note:
- Marine Technology
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