Scientific Diving I | Lecture + Practical Training
To complete the course ‘Scientific Diving I’, successful (parallel) participation in the lecture ‘Underwater Science - Methods for Scientific Work under Water, Fascination of Water’ as well as a license as a recreational diver (CMAS* or an equivalent certification according to the equivalence list) (link) and a valid diving fitness certificate are required.
In the practical exercises, the methodology of diving for scientific questions and scientific work underwater is taught. Training content includes communication, documentation including mapping and surveying underwater as well as the use of scientific equipment for specific sampling of sediments, biota and gas/water as well as in-situ measurement of parameters.
The various scientific projects and underwater work are always documented or secured by means of samples.
Photo and video recordings as well as mapping and surveying work and the metrological recording of various parameters (e.g. electrical conductivity) and sampling of e.g. gas, water and sediments are carried out. The entire documentation and sampling serve to analyze and subsequently present the work carried out.
The difficult light conditions under water pose a particular challenge for subaquatic documentation, as both the intensity and the spectral composition of the incoming light change depending on the depth of the water.
In the summer semester, open water training for team training, complex planning and the coordination of scientific diving is carried out on at least 2 weekends in scientific diving camps, e.g. in TANA Ammelshain and in Lake Senftenberg. Participation in 2 diving camps is compulsory. Further diving camps are optional.
Course recognition: is possible in all degree programs at the TU Bergakademie Freiberg, if there is a free elective area.
Qualification: The ‘Scientific Diver’ certificate can be obtained by passing the examination of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in accordance with ISO 8804-1.
Information about the course:
- Module duration: 2 semesters (start possible in winter and summer semester)
- Module description: here
- Frequency: every semester
- When: Mondays at 19:30
- Where: Johannisbad Freiberg
- Who: Dr Thomas Pohl, Dipl.-Geol. Jacqueline Engel, M.Sc. Richard Stanulla
- Registration: Beginning of the semester (new canteen) + OPAL
Credit points: 6 credits (written examination for the lecture + exercises from winter and summer semester together)
