This program will provide you a solid grounding in electronics, mechanical technology, and workplace safety. Through instruction, hands-on learning, simulation, and workplace training, you'll become an expert at operating, maintaining and repairing ROV systems.

Students completing the three-year Underwater Vehicles program will earn both a Diploma of Technology and a technician diploma in Remotely Operated Vehicles. Students can choose to exit at  two years with a Technician Diploma in Remotely Operated Vehicles.

Visit the Marine Institute Academic Calendar for complete program structure and course details.

• Autonomous Vehicle Design
• Control Electronics
• Hydraulics
• ROV Piloting

Adherence to our Application and Admission Regulations either upon high school graduation (following a period of employment subsequent to graduation), or by transfer from another post-secondary institution.

• Proof of physical fitness through the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) Offshore Medical.
• Strong math and science skills.
• Requirements for both the diploma and the degree successfully completed in order to receive any one of the credentials.

View full admission requirements.

Potential Careers

• ROV pilot
• AUV Operator
• AUV Design Integration
• Electronics Technician / Technologist
• Electromechanical Technologist
• Support operations in diving, research vessels, survey and maintenance
• Career paths within offshore industries and Royal Canadian Navy

Further Your Education

• Bachelor of Technology (Engineering Technology and Applied Science)
• Master of Technology Management (Engineering Technology and Applied Science)