Passive Acoustic Monitoring (PAM) is a key survey and mitigation tool in cetacean research. PAMGuard is the leading research and industry software for real-time data collection and offline analysis. PAMTech (pamtech.eu) is offering a two-day classroom-based course which will enable those with previous PAMGuard experience to get to grips with more advanced features, in particular offline analysis and data management. The course will include some core analysis modules, but participants will also be able to tailor training to their particular needs by selecting from a range of optional modules (including Whistle Detection and Classification, High Resolution Localisation, Target Motion Localisation, Data Management, Noise Monitoring, and MATLAB library (participants must MATLAB installed on their laptop for this module)). PAMTech is a small UK-based company made up of PAMGuard developers and experienced field acousticians who can enable you to get the most out of PAM applications. A high tutor-to-student ratio on our courses ensures participants can get individual assistance with their training requirements. Booking early will also help us to tailor courses appropriately. Date: 18 and 19 January 2014 Venue: The course will take place in St Andrews, Scotland Cost: 300 GBP. Course costs do not include accommodation, travel or food. Participants need to bring their own laptops running Windows XP or above, and, if possible, their own data which they would like to analyse. To find out more, contact: pamtech.acoustics@gmail.com To book go to: http://pamtechadvanced.eventzilla.net/ (50% non-refundable deposit required)