This course is designed to give experienced divers a deeper understanding of coral reefs, and the potential impacts they face from the many coral predators which live amongst them.
The follows lessons will introduce you the theory and practical considerations of monitoring and managing coral predators, while providing divers with the techniques needed to track and manage coral predator populations when necessary.
After completing this course, students learn how to identify coral predators on coral reefs, know how to collect data and manage population outbreaks to a standard that will allow them to contribute to local management efforts.
Students who complete the training can then volunteer to assist with the regular coral predator collections and datasets and utilize their knowledge across the globe.