Diploma in Inspection with ROVs and Submersible Vehicles
Why this certificate program?
The Diploma in Inspection with ROVs and Submersible Vehicles
This program prepares you to master underwater inspection techniques, a booming field with high professional demand. You will learn everything from the fundamentals of underwater robotics to the operation and maintenance of ROVs, including data interpretation and the creation of high-quality technical reports. This program provides you with the skills necessary to excel in industries such as energy, naval, and oceanographic research.
Differentiating Advantages
- Comprehensive Training: from theory to practice with simulators and real-world case studies.
- Industry Experts: learn from professionals with extensive experience in underwater inspection.
- Professional Certification: obtain a recognized diploma that will boost your career.
- Connections with Companies: access to job opportunities in the sector.
- Flexibility: online format with multimedia resources and personalized tutoring.
- Modality: Online
- Level: Diplomado
- Hours: 800 H
- Start date: 11-06-2026
Availability: 1 in stock
Who is it aimed at?
- Engineers, technicians, and professional divers seeking to specialize in non-destructive underwater inspections and expand their career capabilities.
- Companies in the energy, mining, and aquaculture sectors wishing to optimize their inspection and maintenance processes of submerged infrastructure.
- Quality, safety, and environmental inspectors who need to master the use of ROVs to perform detailed and efficient assessments.
- Students and recent graduates in engineering and marine science fields seeking hands-on, cutting-edge training in underwater technologies.
- Professionals in the naval and port industries interested in inspecting hulls, docks, and submerged structures with state-of-the-art ROVs generation.
Flexibility and practical approach:
Combines theoretical knowledge with simulations and real-world cases, allowing you to apply what you’ve learned in the workplace from the very beginning.
Objectives and competencies
Assess underwater structural integrity:
Use advanced non-destructive inspection (NDT) techniques and analyze data to identify and classify potential defects, assessing their impact on the lifespan and safety of the structure.
Operate ROVs and submersible vehicles safely and efficiently:
“Following predefined procedures, optimizing navigation and minimizing environmental risks.”
Interpret and apply maritime safety regulations:
“Interpret the SOLAS Convention and apply emergency response procedures (fires, abandonment, man overboard), coordinating with crew and authorities.”
Manage and maintain ROV and submersible equipment:
“Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, following the manufacturer’s manuals and safety protocols.”
Diagnosing and troubleshooting technical problems in ROVs:
“Identify the root cause, using flowcharts and diagnostic tools, to implement effective and documented solutions.”
Prepare detailed technical reports on underwater inspections:
“To accurately document findings, including images and videos, and to assess the condition of underwater structures according to applicable standards and regulations.”
Curriculum - Modules
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- Introduction to Underwater Inspections: Types, Applications, and Regulations
- ROV and AUV Equipment: Basic Operation, Sensors, and Tools
- Diving Equipment: Types of Equipment, Procedures, and Safety
- Visual Inspection Techniques: Underwater Photography and Videography, Lighting
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Techniques: UT, MT, Underwater ACFM
- Inspection Planning: Plan Development, Risk Assessment
- Underwater Communication: Communication Systems, Protocols
- Safety in Underwater Operations: Safety Protocols, Emergency Management
- Maintenance of Underwater Equipment: Maintenance Preventive and corrective maintenance
Documentation and reports: Preparation of technical reports, data recording
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- Introduction to ROVs: Types, Components, and Applications
- Basic Electricity and Electronics: Circuits, Sensors, and Actuators in ROVs
- Hydraulics: ROV Hydraulic Systems, Pumps, Valves, and Cylinders
- Underwater Communications: Cable Types, Signals, and Protocols
- Cameras and Vision Systems: Types, Configuration, and Operation
- Navigation Sensors: Depth, Orientation, and Positioning
- Preventive Maintenance: Inspections, Lubrication, and Component Replacement
- Troubleshooting: Diagnosing and Repairing Common Faults
- Data Analysis: Collection, Processing, and Interpretation ROV data
- Safety in ROV operations: Safety procedures and risk management
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- Introduction to ROVs: Types, components, and underwater applications.
- Basic Electricity and Electronics: Fundamentals, circuits, sensors, and actuators.
- Hydraulics: Principles, components, and hydraulic systems in ROVs.
- Fiber Optics: Data transmission, connectors, and maintenance.
- Motors and Propulsion Systems: Types, maintenance, and repair.
- Underwater Communications: Acoustics, sonar, and positioning systems.
- Cameras and Vision Systems: Types, calibration, and operation.
- Tools and Accessories: Manipulators, cutters, and other implements.
- Maintenance Preventive maintenance: Procedures, checklists, and documentation.
Failure diagnosis: Methodologies, tools, and problem-solving.
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- Introduction to ROVs and Submersibles: Types, Applications, and Main Components
- Basic Electricity and Electronics: Fundamentals, Circuits, Sensors, and Actuators in ROVs
- Hydraulics: Principles, Hydraulic Systems in ROVs, Maintenance, and Safety
- Underwater Communications: Acoustics, Fiber Optics, Communication Protocols and Equipment
- Navigation and Positioning Systems: INS, DVL, USBL, GPS, and their Integration in ROVs
- ROV Inspection and Tools: Cameras, Sonar, Manipulators, and Specialized Tools
- Preventive and Corrective Maintenance: Procedures, Checklists, Lubrication, and Component Replacement
- Safety in ROV Operations: Risks, emergency procedures, electrical and mechanical safety.
- Regulations and standards: safety standards, certifications, and best practices in the industry.
- Operation and maintenance practices: simulation, pool exercises, and operations in real-world environments.
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
- Introduction to Underwater Operations: History, evolution, and applications of ROVs.
- Physics of the Underwater Environment: Hydrostatic pressure, buoyancy, temperature, and salinity.
- Types of ROVs: Classification by size, power, operating depth, and applications.
- Components of an ROV System: Umbilical, underwater vehicle, control unit, power source.
- Common ROV Sensors and Tools: Cameras, sonar, manipulators, cutting and cleaning tools.
- Underwater Communications: Types of signals, bandwidth, attenuation, and protocols.
- Safety Regulations and Standards: IMCA, OSHA, API, and other applicable regulations.
- Planning of Inspections: Defining objectives, selecting tools, and assessing risks.
Underwater navigation and positioning techniques: USBL, LBL, and acoustic GPS.
First aid and emergency procedures for ROV operations.
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Career opportunities
- ROV Inspector in the Offshore Industry: Inspection of oil platforms, subsea pipelines, and offshore wind farms.
- ROV and Submersible Vehicle Maintenance Technician: Repair, maintenance, and upgrades of ROV equipment.
- ROV Operator in Underwater Construction Projects: Support in the installation of submarine cables and the construction of ports and piers.
- Underwater Weld Inspector: Visual and non-destructive inspection of welds on underwater structures.
- Marine Biologist/Oceanographer with ROV Skills: Research of marine life and the ocean floor using ROVs.
- Underwater Archaeologist with ROV Proficiency: Exploration and documentation of submerged archaeological sites.
- ROV Search and Rescue Specialist: Use of ROVs to search for objects and people in hazardous aquatic environments.
- ROV Underwater Inspection Consultant: Technical advice on underwater inspection and maintenance projects.
- ROV Technology Developer: Participation in the design and innovation of new ROVs and submersible vehicles.
- ROV Operation and Maintenance Instructor/Trainer: Training of new ROV operators and technicians.
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Admission requirements
Academic/professional profile:
Degree/Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science/Maritime Transport, Naval/Marine Engineering, or a related field; or proven professional experience in bridge/operations.
Language proficiency:
Recommended functional maritime English (SMCP) for simulations and technical materials.
Documentation:
Updated resume, copy of degree or seaman's book, ID card/passport, letter of motivation.
Technical requirements (for online):
Equipment with camera/microphone, stable connection, ≥ 24” monitor recommended for ECDIS/Radar-ARPA.
Admission process and dates
1. Online
application
(form + documents).
2. Academic review and interview
(profile/objectives/schedule compatibility).
3. Admission decision
(+ scholarship proposal if applicable).
4. Reservation of place
(deposit) and registration.
5. Induction
(access to campus, calendars, simulator guides).
Scholarships and grants
- ROV Inspection Mastery: Acquire practical and theoretical skills for underwater inspection with ROVs and submersible vehicles.
- Cutting-Edge Technology: Gain in-depth knowledge of ROV equipment, advanced sensors, and data analysis software.
- Industrial Applications: Learn about applications in oil and gas, renewable energy, marine infrastructure, and research.
- Safety and Regulations: Understand underwater safety protocols and current legislation for ROV inspection.
- Professional Certification: Earn a recognized diploma to boost your career in the underwater inspection sector.
Testimonials
“The Diploma in ROV and Submersible Vehicle Inspection exceeded my expectations. The combination of theory and practice, along with access to state-of-the-art simulators and equipment, allowed me to acquire the necessary skills to confidently perform underwater inspections. Just a few months after completing the program, I secured a position as an ROV pilot at a major offshore services company, directly applying the knowledge I gained during the diploma.”
The Diploma in Underwater Technology exceeded my expectations. I acquired solid theoretical and practical knowledge in underwater robotics, navigation systems, and oceanography, which allowed me to successfully lead the development of a new oil platform inspection system at my company.
Thanks to the Diploma in Inspection with ROVs and Submersible Vehicles, I was able to optimize underwater infrastructure inspections at my company, reducing downtime by 30% and increasing the accuracy of reports, which allowed us to make more informed decisions and save significant maintenance costs.
This diploma program provided me with the essential theoretical and practical tools to perform successfully in underwater inspection. I mastered the operation of ROVs and submersible vehicles, including mission planning, navigation, sensor handling, and data interpretation. Thanks to the training I received, I secured a position as an ROV pilot at a major offshore company, where I contribute to the safety and efficiency of underwater operations.
Frequently asked questions
ROVs (remotely operated vehicles) and submersible vehicles.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
ROVs (remotely operated vehicles) and submersible vehicles.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna University + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
- Introduction to ROVs and Submersibles: Types, Classification, and Applications
- Basic Electricity and Electronics: Circuits, Sensors, and Control Systems
- Hydraulics: Components, Power Systems, and Actuators in ROVs
- Underwater Communication: Cables, Fiber Optics, and Data Transmission
- Underwater Navigation and Positioning Systems: USBL, LBL, Acoustic GPS
- Underwater Cameras and Imaging Systems: Lighting, Recording, and Processing
- Tools and Manipulators: Types, Operation, and Maintenance
- Safety in Underwater Operations: Procedures, Risks, and Rescue
Preventive and Corrective Maintenance: Diagnosis, Repair, and Testing
Applicable Regulations and Legislation: Safety Standards and Submarine Operations
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Request information
Complete the Application Form.
Attach your CV/degree certificate (if you have it to hand).
Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you would like the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
An academic advisor will contact you within 24–48 hours to guide you through the admission process, scholarships, and compatibility with your professional schedule.
Faculty
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Naval engineer specializing in the selection, integration, and optimization of propulsion systems for yachts, high-speed craft, and service vessels.
Eng. SofĂa Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. SofĂa Marquina
Full Professor
Materials engineer specializing in marine composites and corrosion protection systems for ships, yachts, and port structures.
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Naval electrical engineer with over fifteen years of experience in the design, integration, and operation of power and automation systems.
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Specialist in meteorological and operational decision-making for coastal and offshore navigation, integrating wind, wave, and current models.
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Naval engineer with a PhD in applied hydrodynamics and over a decade of experience designing high-performance hulls and marine structures.
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
MCA-certified captain with command of ocean-going vessels, specializing in advanced maneuvering, navigation management, and bridge safety.