Program Information
Hydrography Technology will prepare students to enter the workforce through instruction in basic seamanship, maritime safety, hydrographic instrument installation/operation/and troubleshooting, hydrographic data collection using sidescan/multibeam/subprofilers, sound velocity profiling, and autonomous surface vehicle launch/recovery/operation/and troubleshooting.
Students completing this program will be prepared for a variety of entry-level positions in the field of Hydrography at the tech level.
Location of Program:
Hancock Campus
Program Start:
Fall Semester
Program Instructor Contact Information:
sshoemaker@prcc.edu
Your natural abilities
- Enjoy working on the water & traveling
- Tech savvy
- Problem solving ability
- Proficient in math & science
- Motivated & detail oriented
Classroom knowledge
- Field experience
- Data collection/system deployment
- Workplace safety
- Special projects
- System troubleshooting & repair
Graduation options
- Associates in Applied Science
Possible careers in this program:
Opportunities for hydrographic technicians include but are not limited to careers with government or private agencies. Potential for state, national and international travel exists within this field.
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