Minor in Scientific Diving

Combine practical skills with theoretical knowledge through the Scientific Diving minor. This unique program trains you in the essential techniques of underwater scientific research, directly complementing your major coursework. You'll gain the knowledge needed to design and execute field surveys and experiments using SCUBA, equipping you for hands-on marine and aquatic studies. Upon completion, you will be qualified as an American Academy of Underwater Sciences (AAUS) Diver-in-Training.

This minor is a natural fit for Marine Biology and Biology majors, requiring no additional prerequisites beyond those for your major. Students from other disciplines are also welcome to pursue this minor, provided they meet the appropriate prerequisites.

Program Curriculum (17 credits)

Minor Requirements
Credits
MBIO 2410
Marine Biology/Lab (MBIO 2410 / Credits: 4 )
4
MBIO 2500
Oceanography/Lab (MBIO 2500 / Credits: 4 )
4
MBIO 2350
Advanced Diving Technology and Techniques (MBIO 2350 / Credits: 3 )
3
MBIO 3350
Scientific Diving and Underwater Research Techniques (MBIO 3350 / Credits: 3 )
3
MBIO 4350
Advanced Scientific Diving and Underwater Research Techniques (MBIO 4350 / Credits: 3 )
3
Optional: Not-for-credit workshop MBIO 2360: Small vessel handling and safety ( )

The academic program and curriculum requirements listed on this page are from the NSU Undergraduate Student Catalog. Students are bound by policies and curricula published in the catalog in effect the semester they enter the university, unless an agreement is made with appropriate NSU administration officials allowing them to abide by policies published in a later catalog.

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