Seiche Training offers a range of courses for next month: *UNDERWATER ACOUSTICS IN THE MARINE ENVIRONMENT 25th – 27th July 2016* Coast Victoria Harbourside Hotel and Marina, Victoria, Canada CPD-recognized by the Institute of Marine Science, Engineering and Technology (IMarEST) and run in association with University of Bath This three day course equips delegates with a thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of underwater acoustics. It then focuses on developing clear, quantitative understanding of the issues involved in the impact of acoustics on marine wildlife. The following topics will be covered: ocean environments, noise propagation models, sound field modeling, methods of assessment, impacts of noise on marine life, mitigation, environmental regulations and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), fisheries, JNCC guidelines and emerging studies and technologies across this field. Delivered by leading research professors and experts including Dr Paul Lepper and Professor Victor Humphrey. The course is intended for regulators, environmental consultants, researchers and policy/environmental professionals within industry. It will be particularly useful in providing a better understanding of reports that delegates either have to deliver or receive from clients. *PSO Course 18th – 19th July 2016* Coast Victoria Harbourside Hotel and Marina, Victoria, Canada This two day BOEM and BSEE compliant course provides the skills needed to become a Protected Species Observer. Highest quality training, both in the classroom and on board a vessel, allows delegates to gain experience with marine mammal identification while at sea. Certificate for offshore work awarded upon successful completion of the course. *PAM Level 1 Course 20th – 22nd July 2016* Coast Victoria Harbourside Hotel and Marina, Victoria, Canada This three day PAM course provides the skills needed to become an offshore PAM operator. Run by Seiche's highly experienced team with thorough support material, interactive PAMGuard workshops and a boat session, this course will expand delegates' knowledge of acoustic monitoring and provide insight into industry requirements for environmental mitigation. Certificate for offshore work awarded upon successful completion of the course. Please contact us for further information by email (training@seiche.com) or look at our website ( *www.seichetraining.com <http://www.seichetraining.com/>* ). Thanks and Regards The Team at Seiche Training