Students will gain practical skills and theoretical knowledge necessary for conducting field research on marine mammals, including species identification, data collection, and analysis. The course is designed for marine biologists, conservationists, and researchers.
Course Includes
- Planning and Preparation for Field Surveys
- Survey Techniques and Methodologies
- Best practices for field surveys and studies
- How to maximize boat driver/photographer and data collection staff communication and efficiency
- How to minimize duplication of effort and maximize data QA/QC
- Utilizing WatchSpotter software to enhance your research objectives.
- Introduction to WatchSpotter, features and benefits
- Setting up a new project in WatchSpotter
- Real-time data collection and synchronization
- Managing and organizing data within the software
- Practical Application of WatchSpotter in Field Surveys
- Using WatchSpotter in various field scenarios
- Integrating WatchSpotter with other research tools
- Visualizing data trends and patterns
- Reporting and Sharing Findings
- Case Studies and Advanced Topics
Class Schedule
June 27, 2024 1:00-3:00 EST
July 10, 2024 11:00-1:00 EST
July 10, 2024 11:00-1:00 EST
For more informormation on this course and to sign up, please contact us