Marine Science Technology includes Aquarium and Aquaculture Science, Marine Technology Certificate, and the Seamanship Certificate.
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MARINE SCIENCE TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATE
Rapid growth of the field of marine environmental management in Southern California brings demand for marine science technicians having the practical seamanship skills of navigation, vessel operation, marine systems and equipment maintenance as well as scientific expertise. Flexibility in study areas of concentration allows for tailoring coursework to specific employment opportunities.
Classroom work in oceanographic disciplines is combined with seagoing laboratory experience aboard marine research vessels, both sail and power. The program is designed to develop a solid educational foundation so that graduates will be prepared to work closely with scientists, researchers, engineers, marine survey and operations personnel as they endeavor to manage this enormous resource for the good of mankind.
Training will include classroom and laboratory work at the Saddleback College campus and at sea. When at sea, students will work aboard oceanographic research vessels, both sail and power. Field study experiences will be done throughout Southern California where government and private operations will be viewed firsthand.
SEAMANSHIP CERTIFICATE
This program is designed to prepare individuals as boat operators and to take Coast Guard licensing examinations as well as to train marine technicians in the seagoing disciplines. Fieldwork is conducted throughout Southern California and the Channel Islands from Dana Point and Newport Harbors. Boats include 28 to 48 ft. sailing and power vessels as well as safety sail training and introductory boating experience on Saddleback's fleet of 14 foot Capri sailboats.
