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Learn the Fundamentals of Subsea with the National Hyperbaric Centre

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Fundamentals of Subsea – 9th April 2015 – Singapore

This is a pilot course as part of the development of this new course by the National Hyperbaric centre. 30% discount has been offered on this pilot course and students will be asked for their feedback to assist with the development. This is a one off price.

Course Overview

Subsea Systems have been used since the 1940s in order to exploit valuable oil reserves in deep waters. Over the past few decades, the industry has seen rapid development and the complexity and capability of these systems is vast.  Subsea systems can now operate at depths of over 3000m in harsh conditions, so this highly specialised field requires particular engineering considerations and demands.

Course Objectives

This course has been designed to familiarise personnel and provide an understanding of subsea operations, providing an insight into the design, capability and limitations of subsea systems, equipment and procedures.

Course Content

Topics include:

–  Introduction to subsea construction operations
–  The subsea operating environment
–  The subsea vessel as a work platform
– Global navigation
– Subsea positioning systems
– Subsea survey
–  Subsea integrity
–  Subsea installations
–  Subsea Diving and ROV operations
–  Subsea Measurement
– Subsea system integration
– Inspection, repair and maintenance

Who Should Attend

This introductory course is aimed at any personnel who may already work in relation to the subsea sector, or are new to, or looking to enter the industry. It would also be of benefit to managers, engineers and support personnel, working in subsea construction, planning, maintenance or support,who need to be aware of current construction techniques and operational risks.

Course Leader

Alistair Birnie, EDB Professor of Subsea Engineering at the National University of Singapore, has 35 years experience in subsea and offshore engineering having graduated from Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen as a Chartered Engineer.  He is the Managing Director of Denmore Technolgies Ltd.

Entry Requirement

No prior experience is needed.

Certification

On successful completion of the course delegates are awarded with the NHC Certificate of Training.

Duration

One day.

Scheduled Dates:

Start Date End Date Location Cost
9th April 9th April Singapore SDG 490

You can book a place on the course here.

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Four opportunities to go pro in 2024 with Dive Friends Bonaire

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Dive Friends teaches the Instructor Development Course (IDC) several times a year to students who are eager to share their passion for diving with the world.

Dive Friends is known for the personal approach throughout the course. Their in-house course director will lead the students through every essential step, mentoring them to achieve their fullest potential as a dive instructor.

Applications for the following IDC start dates are now open:

  • 12 April
  • 5 July,
  • 20 September
  • 29 November

Partnership with Casita Palma

If the student opts for the IDC-Deluxe or IDC-Supreme package, their accommodation will be arranged for them at Casita Palma. This small and quiet resort is within walking distance from Dive Friends Bonaire’s main dive shop location and has everything you need to relax after an intense day of IDC training. Breakfast is included, so the student will always be fuelled and ready for their day.

Contact Dive Friends Bonaire’s Course Director Eddy for more information: coursedirector@divefriendsbonaire.com.

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SOMABAY: Scubaverse Trip Review (Watch Video)

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In a video created exclusively for Scubaverse.com, Jeff Goodman visits SOMABAY in the Egyptian Red Sea to experience the diving on offer there.

Book your next Red Sea dive adventure with SOMABAY! For more information, visit www.somabay.com.

Stay at the Breakers Diving & Surfing Lodge when you visit! For more information, visit  www.thebreakers-somabay.com.

Find out more about ORCA Dive Clubs at SOMABAY at www.orca-diveclubs.com/en/soma-bay-en.

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