Remote Operated Vehicles, their operations and applications

ATLANTIS CONSULTING (ATL)

Reference Teacher: Lydia Stergiopoulou

Teacher(s): Lydia Stergiopoulou

Content of the Course

This online course aims to introduce the participants to the technology of Remote Operated Vehicles and explore the relevance of the diverse ROVs with the objectives of the UW research that is part of the uBlueTec project. The first part explains the fundamentals of the ROVs, the history of their invention along with their technical evolution up to the present. It goes through the main and additional components of the most common ROVs today.
The second part of the training describes the diversity of their applications in 8 different fields, connected with the different technical features. It pays particular attention to the field of exploration and UW archaeology, going through the extra possibilities for autonomous mission organization and planning.
The third part proceeds to a basic overview of the surveying technics and the relative data collection, aspects of positioning and navigation and their applications in UW archaeology.
The main goal of the course, through its three modules, is to introduce the participants to the basics of that valuable UW technology, its benefits and the vast range of its applications.

Credits

N/A

EQF

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Languages

English

Program

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Semester

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Duration

3 Modules ( 1.5 hours each)

Location

Athens/Thessaloniki (ATLANTIS or CERTH premises and online)

Learning objectives
D1. Knowledge and understanding

The participants will acquire a broad introductory theoretical knowledge on components and functions of ROVs

D2. Applying knowledge and understanding

That theoretical knowledge is a good starting point for further practical knowledge on piloting, controlling and navigating ROVs vehicles 

D3. Making judgments

The participants will be able to go through examples of ROVs applications and understand the benefits from their function depending on the goal.

D4. Communication skills

Acquiring knowledge coming from that technological field is very important for experts and practitioners who will need to make decisions for their missions or participate in UW surveys and projects related to UW archaeology, oceanography and marine biology.

D5. Learning skills

Related to life-long learning, participants will increase their understanding of the underwater technologies.

Prerequisites

No prerequisites

Teaching methods

Online e-learning course

Grading methods

Small tests will be created for each of the two modules to assess the level of knowledge and skills developed

More information

This course is designed for professionals interested in understanding the fundamentals of ROVs, their designs, classifications and operations. It can become an extremely useful tool shedding light on the benefits and difficulties of that UW technology, offering a starting point for those interested to dive deeper into the practical knowledge of controlling ROVs and mission planning. The course’s flexible online format allows participants to learn at their own pace, making it an ideal choice for professionals with busy schedules or those looking to integrate lifelong learning into their routine.

UN Sustainable Development Goals

This course contributes to SDG 14 (Life below water)

How to enrol

If you are interested in following this module, please reach out to Lydia Stergiopoulou (stergiopoulou@atlantisresearch.gr) or Vicky Drouga (drouga@atlantisresearch.gr).  

Extended program

Course Modules:

Module 1: Fundamentals of ROV / What is the ROV / ROV categories, history / Classification, design / considerations / Components
 
Module 2: ROV technology applications / Fields of application / UW archaeology and ROV / Mission planning
 
Module 3: Underwater surveying techniques, methodologies, application / Overview of techniques / Archaeological surveys

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