Australian Maritime College (AMC Search)
7 days
Master advanced AUV diagnostics and technical operations through intensive hands-on training. This 7-day course equips experienced operators with expert-level skills in battery management, cybersecurity, sonar systems, and mission planning for autonomous underwater vehicles.
Participants must have successfully completed the AMC Search AUV Basic Operator Course or possess equivalent AUV operating experience. No formal educational prerequisites are required, but practical experience with autonomous underwater vehicles is essential. Participants should have basic understanding of marine operations and technical systems.
The course covers comprehensive technical topics including battery technology management and maintenance, data management and security, AUV cybersecurity protocols, introduction to networking for AUVs, practical underwater positioning and navigation with mission design impact, underwater communications and diagnostics, vehicle hydrostatics and hydrodynamics fundamentals, advanced vehicle performance analysis, essential mission systems checks, advanced sonar theory and application, synthetic aperture sonar (SAS) theory and application, ADCP and DVL theory, AUV deployment on diagnostic missions, and in-depth analysis of vehicle performance data and post-processing techniques.
The Australian Maritime College (AMC Search) is a leading maritime training institution with specialized expertise in autonomous maritime systems. The college offers state-of-the-art facilities, experienced instructors, and practical hands-on training delivered through face-to-face sessions combined with theoretical instruction. AMC Search provides flexible delivery options including on-demand scheduling and customized training at client premises, ensuring quality education tailored to industry needs.
Upon completion, graduates can pursue advanced roles in autonomous underwater vehicle operations, marine research, offshore surveying, and subsea engineering. Career opportunities include AUV technician positions, marine systems diagnostics specialist, autonomous vehicle mission controller, underwater survey operator, and marine technology consultant. The certification enhances prospects in the growing autonomous maritime systems industry.