AIMA/NAS Course - None Scheduled
AIMA/NAS Course - None Scheduled
In collaboration with staff from of the Maritime Archaeology Department of the WA Museum.
2 days. Classroom work at the Shipwreck Galleries in Fremantle, field component on the second day somewhere nearby, with diving and non-diving options.
The general aim of the training to introduce the methods and procedures used in maritime archaeology, as well as to generate awareness of shipwreck preservation in Australia. On completion of each of the courses, students are awarded an AIMA/NAS certificate which is internationally recognised.
The standard course fee is $200. MAAWA members, AIMA members and full time students are entitled to the $120 student rate.
(from: http://www.aima-underwater.org.au/parts-i-iv/), see also https://www.nauticalarchaeologysociety.org/
A 2-day introduction to maritime archaeology that includes at least 8 hours of classroom work in addition to practical work underwater and/or on land.
The Part 1 course is a general introduction to maritime archaeology which focuses on aspects such as pre-disturbance, or in other words, non-intrusive surveys of shipwreck sites. The course structure includes:
Archaeological principles
Archaeological sciences
Materials and conservation
Ship construction
Archaeological Surveying
Search techniques
Site position-fixing
Remote sensing
State/Territory and Commonwealth legislation
The Part 1 course is generally run over a weekend, with theoretical lecture components and simulated land exercises. Underwater exercises can also be conducted with those who have diving experience. Being able to dive, however; is not a requirement for attending this course. The standard course fees range from $195 - $220 around Australia, depending on venue hire and staff. Full time students are entitled to a concession fee of $120 upon request. Those who complete Part I will receive AIMA membership for one year. This is normally backdated to 1st July but for courses after 1st April participants can opt for membership commencing in the following July.
Special requirement for divers (there is also a non-diving option):
Must have a recognised diving qualification
Current diving medical (in last 12 months) so we can sign people up under WAM volunteer insurance.