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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
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sea Grant Program

Type of Program
Curricula

Season Offered
Year-round

 
 
 
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