Marine Operations ─ Safety & Training
Marine operations support every aspect of our coastal science teaching and research programs. Creating a safe and productive learning environment is a team effort. Every passenger aboard our research vessels plays an important role in supporting a strong culture of safety.
Safety Resources
Stockton’s marine operations team oversees the planning, coordination, and execution
of activities required to safely and effectively support the University’s teaching
and research programs related to coastal sciences. These activities include cruise
planning and logistics, vessel operations, instrument and equipment deployments, technical
systems management, and most importantly, safety and risk management.
Certificate and Credentialing Programs
In the spirit of safety and direct-to-job skills training within the academic program, the marine operations team and select faculty provide instructional programs that deliver technical, marine operations, and safety skills through a variety of certificate and credentialing programs.
Scientific Boating Safety Association
The University is a member of the Scientific Boating Safety Association and has adopted
the Motorboat Operator Training Course (MOTC) as the requirement for vessel operations
and as a training program for students interested in coastal science careers with
an emphasis on marine operations. Successful completion of this program will be required
for all Stockton vessel operators and the MOTC course will also be offered 1x/year
to interested students beginning in 2027.
Marine Technology Society
The University is an approved provider of the Marine Technology Society Microcredential
Program and offers stackable credentials in Remotely Operated Vehicles, Sonar Technology
and Deck Operations. Some microcredentials are contained within select Stockton courses,
others are offered as workshops and continuing education opportunities. These credentials
close the gap from academic programs to direct-to-job skills by providing the necessary
skills and proficiencies that align with technical and marine operations skill requirements
common to many blue economy jobs. For more information please e-mail MFS@stockton.edu.
