Underwater Technology Institute

Remotely Operated Vehicle (R.O.V.) Programs

Interested in underwater robotics or technology? Ever wonder what it is like to control a remotely operated vehicle underwater? Or, are you a teacher looking for a fun and educational activity for your whole class? Try the GLNMM’s Underwater Robotics Classes!

In these exciting classes, you will have the opportunity to design, build, and operate a fully functional remotely operated vehicle, or ROV. These classes are open to kids and adults of all ages and backgrounds. You do not need any prior experience with robotics or electronics. The basic class takes less than two hours!

For schools and teachers interested in a fun and educational activity, the GLNMM’s ROV Program is a great choice for class field trips and meets the State of Michigan’s mandated education requirements for multiple grades. In addition, the ROV program qualifies as a STEM-based educational activity. Basic ROV builds can be combined with tours of the USS Silversides and the museum’s exhibit area for a fun-filled educational experience! Underwater ROV Classes can even be conducted at your school without ever having to leave the building!

Call the museum for more information about these exciting opportunities!

Remotely Operated Vehicle (R.O.V.) Programs

1. Basic ROV Class
   Build and test an ROV from the kit provided that can perform basic underwater movements. Class is two hours in length. Open to kids and adults of all ages. No prior experience needed! Price: $10.00 ($5.00 in conjunction with Overnight Encampment)
   
   
2. Intermediate ROV Class
   Build and test an ROV equipped with a TV camera. Perform a more challenging underwater mission. Intermediate class is three to four hours in length. Open to kids and adults of all ages. Price: $20.00
   
   
3. Advanced ROV Class
   Build a more complex ROV equipped with a TV camera. Perform a more challenging underwater mission. Use a professional ROV in the water as part of a live underwater broadcast from Florida. Class is four to six hours in length. Open to kids and adults of all ages.
   Price: $50.00
   
   NOTE: ROV CLASSES DO NOT HAVE TO BE CONDUCTED AT THE MUSEUM. ROV KITS AND INSTRUCTORS CAN TRAVEL TO YOU AS PART OF THE BASIC, INTERMEDIATE, AND ADVANCED CLASSES! PLEASE CONTACT THE MUSEUM FOR MORE INFORMATION.
   

Day Long ROV Programs

1. Introductory Marine Technology Class
   A six to eight hour class where participants will build and test an ROV with a TV camera from a kit of parts. ROV must be able to perform more complex underwater movements and a more challenging mission. Participants will have the opportunity to use a professional ROV in the water as part of a live underwater broadcast from Florida. Introduction includes lectures and demonstrations of Marine Tech equipment such as Side-Scan Sonar. Price: $50.00
   
   
2. Intensive Marine Technology Class
   Two day class where participants will build and test several ROV’s with TV cameras. ROVs must be able to perform more complex underwater movements and a more challenging mission. Participants will have the opportunity to use a professional ROV in the water as part of a live underwater broadcast from Florida. Intensive class includes lectures and demonstrations of Marine Tech equipment such as Side-Scan Sonar. Price: $75.00
   
   
3. Take Home Your Own ROV
   Five day class where participants will build and test several ROV’s with TV cameras. ROVs must be able to perform more complex underwater movements and a more challenging mission.
   
   Participants will have the opportunity to use a professional ROV in the water as part of a live underwater broadcast from Florida. Intensive class includes lectures and demonstrations of Marine Tech equipment such as Side-Scan Sonar. Unlike previous classes, participants will be able to take their completed ROV’s home with them. Price: $375.00

Special Programs

1. Overnights
   Groups taking part in the Overnight Encampment aboard USS Silversides or USCGC McLane can add one of the ROV classes at a discounted rate ($5 for basic course).
   
   
2. Group/Teacher Workshops
   Group and Teacher ROV workshops are also available.
   
   
3. Site/School Visits
   Classes 1 thru 6 can be done at your location! You do not have to travel to the museum.

Please contact us about this opportunity!