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MarineQuest Office
910/962.2640
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By Phone: 910/962.3195
Program Information
What to Bring / Wear | PDF
MarineQuest Code of Conduct | PDF
Cancellation Policy | PDF
TechnOcean Jr Brochure
TechnOcean Jr | PDF
residential information
MarineQuest Airline Information
The MarineQuest staff is more than happy to pick-up and drop-off students at
Wilmington International Airport at no cost. An airline request form is required
(see above link for more details).
Residential FAQ's
• Linens are not provided - bring XL twin sheets, pillows, and blankets.
• Laundry facilities are available at no cost - bring detergent
• No electronic equipment (other than cell phones) is allowed.
• What to Bring/Wear | PDF
TechnOcean Jr: Ages 10-13
Must have completed 4th grade and turn 10 by June 1st
Join MarineQuest as we explore the exciting fields of marine technology and coastal environmental engineering. Learn how scientists use global satellite positioning (GPS) to track ocean animals and then put your knowledge to the test as you use GPS to track down your own discoveries. Jump aboard the R/V Humpback and travel to an undeveloped barrier island and experience first-hand how natural and artificial barriers are used to protect coastlines. Catch a breeze as you discover how wind can be used as a natural energy source. Ride the waves as you build a wave energy machine and take a dip as you listen to the sounds of the sea with your own homemade hydrophone.
Field excursions include:
- Boat cruise to an undeveloped barrier island; Explore coastal habitats by kayak; Take field trips to the beach, marsh, fouling communities, Center for Marine Science, and other marine locations.
Highlights include:
- Learn how scientists track marine animals through satellite global positioning, use GPS tracking to find simulated animal nesting areas, discover the sounds under the sea as you build your own hydrophone, learn how engineers imitate nature in modern designs (Biomimicry), build a wave and wind energy machine. Use waterproof drop cameras to survey the diversity around fouling communities. Participate in boogie board oceanography, shallow water snorkeling and more…
Program Dates and Tuition
Day of Week: |
Sunday / Monday - Friday | |
Time: |
8 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. p/u on Friday is at 12:30 p.m. | |
Staff / Child Ratio: |
1:10 | |
| Location: | UNCW Campus - Commuter drop off at Isaac Bear parking lot | |
| Summer 2013 Dates: | Session 1: July 14 - 19 Session 2: July 28 - Aug 2 |
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| Residential students must arrive on Sunday by 3 p.m. while commuting students join the program Monday at 8 a.m. | ||
| Commuter Tuition: | $400, before May 1 $440, after May 1 |
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| Residential Tuition: | $675, before May 1 $715, after May 1 |
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If you would like to pay in installments, please check out our Tuition Payment Schedule | PDF. Payment plan payments may be started online by paying deposit. Questions call 910.962.3195.
Program Application & Registration
You must register by 5:00pm the Tuesday before your program is to begin.
Before completing your application, please review the Cancellation Policy | PDF and the expected MarineQuest Student Code of Conduct | PDF.
To apply for TechnOcean Jr, you must complete the MarineQuest Summer Program Application. See the links below to begin your application process.
• Complete your application online
• Download
and mail in your application | PDF
•
Download the teacher recommendation form | PDF
• Allow your teacher to complete their teacher recommendation
online
Please Note: A completed application does not register you for your program. All applications will first be reviewed by the MarineQuest Staff and upon acceptance, you will receive an e-mail explaining the final step in the registration process.
Still have questions? Check out our FAQ
page.
• Note that prices, content, dates, and times are subject to change without
notice.
• Questions? Call 910.962.2640 or send an e-mail to marinequest@uncw.edu.
• Website and program content © UNCW MarineQuest
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