I would appreciate it if you could post the following summer classes and internship announcement.
Please post responses to jzeligs@mlml.calstate.edu
Thank you.
JZ
California State University Monterey Bay and Moss Landing
Marine Laboratories http://slewths.mlml.calstate.edu/
offer one-week intensive summer classes
open to any one interested animal training or in pursuing careers in the marine
mammal field. In addition, hands-on internships
for people of all ages and levels of experience are also available at the
lab working with marine mammals. The successful completion of both courses and
a five-day internship will earn a Certificate of Completion in Beginning
Marine Mammalogy. The classes' instructor, Dr. Jenifer Zeligs has over
30 years of terrestrial and aquatic animal training experience, across diverse
disciplines including research, public display, and studio and film work.
For further information on class content and registration please contact: jzeligs@mlml.calstate.edu
and see below. For help with internships and housing please
contact: sskrovan@mlml.calstate.edu.
Classes:
TECHNIQUES AND THEORIES OF ANIMAL TRAINING: Bio 348 (June 24-30, 2013) CRN 30926, Section 01 : This 3 credit interactive
course provides students an in-depth understanding of the discipline of animal
training across many different types of terrestrial and aquatic animals and
techniques. It provides an exceptional background in relevant animal behavior
and psychological principles related to the practical goal of modifying animal
behavior. These techniques will be demonstrated daily using trained sea
lions at Moss Landing Marine Labs where the course is taught. Horses, birds,
and other animals will also be used to demonstrate these techniques.
Students will intern at least one day at the lab assisting in the care and
training of research-trained sea lions. Topics covered will include: Captivity,
Why Train? Communication, Motivation, Desensitization, Aggression, and
Practical Training.
Tuition: $735 + $39 campus fee per
semester is payable to
CSUMB-EE.
An additional $50
lab fee is payable to MLML on the first day of class.
WORKING WITH MARINE MAMMALS: Bio 347 (July 8-14, 2013) CRN 30925
Section 01: This 3 credit course is designed to assist people who are
interested in developing a career in marine mammalogy. It will provide
practical information about marine mammals and working with them, drawing on
the rich background of marine mammal work in the Monterey Bay area. The
course will include live experiences with the marine mammals at Moss Landing
Marine Labs. This class will instruct students in captive marine mammal
husbandry (care and maintenance), training, basic physiology, an overview of
common research topics and techniques, as well as public display, education,
and current issues in marine mammalogy. Students will intern at least one
day at the lab assisting in the care of research-trained California sea
lions. They will also gain experience in developing a resume, job interviews,
and public presentations.
Tuition: $735 + $39 campus fee per semester is payable to CSUMB-EE.
An additional $50 lab fee is payable to MLML on the first day of class.
(If you book both classes- you will pay the $39 campus fee only once).
Registration:
For registration, enrollment and other logistical information please
contact Cal State Monterey Bay http://extended.csumb.edu/
or call them at 831-582-4500. Attached you will find a registration form which can be mailed in asap
to guarantee your space and enrollment (instructions are on the form).
Enrollment details and housing:
Enrollment for each class limited to 17. Summer registration for open enrollment begins April 29, 2013, but you can send in your enrollment form early to reserve your space. The classes are open for enrollment to any high school graduate regardless of age and there are no prerequisites, however no transportation or housing is included in the enrollment price. International students are welcome.
For help with housing and to schedule an internship please contact sskrovan@mlml.calstate.edu. Courses will be taught at Moss Landing Marine Labs in Moss Landing, CA.