The Underwater Technology Program aims to educate qualified technical personnel that the maritime industry requires. The program provides students with fundamental knowledge about the design, construction, maintenance, and utilization of underwater vehicles and systems.
The objectives of the program are as follows:
- Exploring the Underwater World: The primary goal of the program is to offer students the opportunity to uncover the unexplored riches of the underwater world. Discovering the mysterious and diverse ecosystems, living organisms, and natural beauty of the seas ignites students' interest and curiosity.
- Increasing Interest in Marine Sciences: The Underwater Technology Program provides students with opportunities to develop an interest in marine sciences. Topics such as marine biology, oceanography, hydroacoustics, and the preservation of marine ecosystems awaken students' scientific curiosity, contributing to future marine science endeavors.
- Fostering Awareness of Marine Ecosystem Conservation: The program aims to instill environmental sensitivity in students and raise their awareness about the preservation of marine ecosystems. Protecting the seas and underwater life is a crucial step toward sustainable maritime practices.
- Teaching the Use of Underwater Technologies: The program aims to teach students about the underwater technologies used in underwater research and activities. These technologies encompass various tools such as diving equipment, underwater cameras, wreck detection systems, and underwater robots.
- Training Expertise in Underwater Research: The program aims to train students as specialized underwater experts capable of conducting research and projects underwater. Underwater research can be carried out in various disciplines like marine biology, underwater archaeology, and marine ecology.
- Supporting Underwater Tourism and Recreation: The program provides education for students interested in underwater tourism and recreation and offers opportunities for those seeking a career in this field. Underwater recreation contributes to water sports and the tourism industry.
- Safe and Responsible Underwater Activities: The program aims to equip students with the skills to engage in safe and responsible underwater activities and conduct diving operations. It raises awareness among students about maritime safety and underwater ethics.
The Underwater Technology Program opens an exciting career path for students aspiring to progress in the maritime world, aiming to train equipped underwater experts who will explore and preserve the uncharted treasures of the seas.