Emphasis will be placed on the theory and application of salvage calculations for internal and external lifting, patching and lifting methods, as well as the pumping of ships hulls. Salvage laws, types of contracts used and restoration of objects recovered are studied. Students will examine the materials used, the classification of explosive products and their use and storage as they relate to salvage operations. In addition, students will learn the theoretical components of topside welding applications. This subject includes theoretical and practical training in the safe operation and maintenance of hyperbaric chambers for surface decompression and therapeutic treatment.
Students learn the development and usage of decompression and treatment tables.
This subject includes basic navigation, and coastal piloting of, small boats and ships. Each student will develop the personal knowledge and discipline required for the safe operation of various vessels and a respect for regulations and procedures at sea as laid out in international regulations and rules of the road for the great lakes. Students will also learn practical chart work to develop the knowledge for the safe operation of vessels in navigable waters. Following from UWS 106, this subject continues an engineering examination of marine facilities such as wharfs, piers, jetties, docks, dams, spillways and reservoirs including materials used in marine construction. This subject includes comprehensive practical training in the operational techniques of working in the water.