Join us this October in Okehampton, Devon for two specialist training courses delivered by industry-leading experts
Course Option 1 🔹 UASS – Underwater Acoustics & Sonar Systems 📅 12–16 October 2026 📍 Okehampton, Devon, UK 💷 £2,000 + VAT This course is relevant to marine mammal researchers and practitioners. This course provides training in underwater acoustics, sound propagation, ambient noise, hydrophone measurements, and acoustic monitoring techniques that are widely used in marine mammal detection, passive acoustic monitoring, behavioural studies, and the assessment of anthropogenic noise impacts on marine species. With a strong emphasis on practical acoustic measurement and analysis methods, the training is directly applicable to marine mammal research and conservation. Underwater acoustics is a vital tool in the marine environment, supporting ecosystem monitoring, underwater noise assessment, offshore operations, and improving our understanding of how sound affects marine species and habitats. Designed for engineers, scientists, and technical professionals working with sonar and acoustic systems, this intensive four-day course provides a comprehensive introduction to underwater acoustics and sonar technology. Delivered by internationally recognised experts Dr Paul Lepper, Stephen Robinson and Professor Victor Humphrey, the course combines fundamental theory with practical industry applications. ✔ In-depth, practical learning ✔ Expert-led sessions ✔ Ideal for those working with sonar and acoustic systems     Summary * Introduction to Acoustics and Underwater Acoustics * Units, Logs and Decibels * Acoustic Propagation * Reflection and Transmission at Boundaries * Waveforms, Spectra and Source Levels * The Ocean Environment * Ambient Noise and Reverberation * Acoustic Transducers and Transducer Modelling * Hydrophones * Transducer Beam Patterns * Bandwidth, Rise Time and Spatial Resolution * International Underwater Standards * Calibration and Measurement * Propagation Modelling – Principles * Propagation Modelling – Methods * Marine Life Sounds * Marine Life Hearing and Response * Marine Life Deterrents * Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) * Navigation and Positioning * Acoustic Communications * Sonar Systems * Sonar Systems Detection * Sonar Systems – Overview of the Design Process * Naval Strategies Course Option 2 🔹 UAME – Underwater Acoustics in the Marine Environment 📅 12–15 October 2026 📍 Okehampton, Devon, UK 💷 £1,950 + VAT Underwater noise is an increasingly important topic, with growing concern around its impact on marine life and tightening regulatory requirements. This course is ideal for professionals working in environmental, research, policy, and regulatory roles, providing the knowledge needed to understand and act on acoustic data and environmental legislation. Delivered by experts including Dr Paul Lepper and Professor Victor Humphrey, this course covers: ✔ Marine noise and its environmental impact ✔ Regulatory frameworks and compliance ✔ Practical interpretation of acoustic reports Summary •     Introduction to acoustics and underwater acoustics •     Units, logs and decibels •     Basic acoustic propagation •     Reflection and transmission at boundaries •     The ocean environment •     Waveforms, metrics, spectra and source level •     Ambient noise and reverberation •     Hydrophones •     Practical ocean noise measurements •     Ambient and radiated noise measurements •     Vessel-radiated noise •     International standards •     Propagation modelling: principles •     Propagation modelling: methods •     Man-made noise in the ocean •     Biological sources of sound •     Seismic sources •     Hearing response of marine wildlife •     Impacts of noise on marine wildlife •     Methods for assessing impacts •     Environmental regulation and Environmental Impact Assessment •     Mitigation of the effects of sound on marine wildlife •     Emerging studies 💡 Why train with Seiche? Seiche is a recognised expert in underwater acoustics, providing solutions to industry, defence and research sectors across mitigation, monitoring, and modelling. 📩 Interested in attending? To receive full course details and booking information, please contact: 👉 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> Zoe Wright Marketing & Training Communications Officer Seiche Ltd E:[email protected] W: https://www.seiche.com Bradworthy Industrial Estate, Langdon Road, Bradworthy, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 7SF, United Kingdom Seiche Ltd is registered in England & Wales. Registered number: 03475558. Registered Office: Bradworthy Industrial Estate, Langdon Road, Bradworthy, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 7SF, United Kingdom The information contained in this e-mail transmission, and any documents, files or previous e-mail messages attached to it, is privileged and confidential, and solely intended for the use of the individual(s) to whom it is addressed. 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