2019 at Marine Field Research
Marine Field Research
Highlights
- Learn Seamanship and crew in a research vessel
- Techniques are taught on how to correctly catch & handle sharks, how to tag them, and how data on catch, tag & release can be used to monitor shark populations
- Learn to deploy and operate Baited Remote Underwater Video (BRUV) equipment, Remote Operated Vehicles (ROV) and drones
- Gain experience in how to best maintain research boats and scientific equipment
- Get an international recognized diving-certification
- Learn Seamanship and crew in a research vessel
- Techniques are taught on how to correctly catch & handle sharks, how to tag them, and how data on catch, tag & release can be used to monitor shark populations
- Learn to deploy and operate Baited Remote Underwater Video (BRUV) equipment, Remote Operated Vehicles (ROV) and drones
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Over het programma
Work with leading marine biologists as they undertake ground-breaking research on the charismatic marine mega-fauna of Southern Africa, including great white sharks.
Oceans Research Institute’s field research program provides a first-hand practical experience in marine research and conservation. Anyone with an interest in marine research, conservation and/or education can benefit. Our program focuses on long-term research projects like the population ...
Dagelijkse activiteiten
Program Structure:
Arrival 1st of the month - any time
2nd - 3rd orientation & safety briefing
4th to month end - program activities
Work conducted Monday through Friday
Work hours are between 7 am and 6 pm
Some night/weekend work
-based on research needs
Weekends are left for resting & additional ...
Vrijetijdsactiviteiten
We offer weekend trips to Cape Town, Big 5 Safaris, and Garden Route Adventures. You will also have evenings to enjoy a local dinner and spend time with friends.
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Gegevens over jouw aankomst
Program Dates:
1st to the 1st of the next month
Availability:
Every month of the year
Arrival & Departure Airport:
George Airport, Western Cape, South Africa
Programmakosten
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Marine Field Research
Agentschap - opgericht in 2007
Geverifieerd door Volunteer World
Gepresenteerd door
Jackie
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