Sea Perch: Integrating Ocean Exploration in the Classroom

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sea Grant Program's new Sea Perch program introduces pre-college students to the wonders of underwater robotics. This program teaches students how to: build an underwater robot (called a Sea Perch), build a propulsion system, develop a controller, and investigate weight and buoyancy. The Sea Perch program trains teachers, mentors, and potential trainers how to build the remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), which are made with PVC pipe. With a marine engineering theme, this project teaches basic skills in ship and submarine design and encourages students to explore naval architecture and marine and ocean engineering concepts independently.

Contact Information

Contact:
Brandy M.M. Wilbur
Aquaculture Specialist and Education Coordinator

Website:
web.mit.edu/seagrant

E-Mail:
bmmoran@mit.edu

Phone:
617-253-5944
978-283-6275

Fax:
617-252-1615