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Mar 03, 2025
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MSCI 380 - Scientific Diving Techniques
This course will provide an introduction to the techniques for conducting scientific research underwater using SCUBA, including transects, quadrats, behavioral observations, videography and photography, and many others. In addition to lectures and pool training sessions, there will be a significant number of open water dives. The course will provide the 100 hours of required training for scientific divers as prescribed by the American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS). This course requires that you pass a swim test during the first week of the semester, including: swim 400 yards in 12 minutes or less; swim a 25 yard swim on single breath without surfacing; tow a buddy 25 yards and tread water for 10 minutes.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: MSCI 282 with a C- or better) and (Coreq or Prereq: MSCI 283 with a C- or better)]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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