Capone Training Seminars

Black Laser Learning's Seminars

Vince Capone is a noted speaker and marine technology instructor. Whether training military units in the interpretation of sonar imagery for mine hunting or explaining marine technology to a group of students, Vince's informative and compelling programs are tailored to each audience's needs. With over 30 years experience as a diver, marine scientist, teacher, sailor and expert in marine technology, Vince's presentations are multi-layered, comprehensive, and insightful.

Sonar Training Class Black laser Learning has developed user-specific seminars to focus training utilizing examples and content pertinent to the participants' mission. Training programs have been developed for the following sonar operators:

Navy Mine Counter Measure Units

Law Enforcement/Homeland Security

Shipwreck/Archaeological Organizations

Marine Rescue Units

Navy Mobile Diving & Salvage Units

Marine Survey Companies

All programs include numerous real-world examples and case studies as well as animations to help the participant visualize the various technical concepts. Courses can also include subbottom sonars, magnetometers, software such as Chesapeake Technologies and much more.

"Vince Capone’s practical approach to side scan instruction took the mystery out of both the theory and the application of these powerful surveying tools. During the week our faculty and staff spent with Mr. Capone, he demonstrated an impressive ability to enlighten the complete novice as well as to empower those with past experience toward greater surveying goals."

Steve Evertt,

Marine Operations Manager Stockton State College

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"With over 30 years experience, Vince Capone has developed a worldwide reputation as a preeminent operator of side scan sonar, subbottom profilers, magnetometers, remote operated vehicles and related marine survey equipment. He has the skills and dedication to get the finest possible results from every piece of equipment in the most challenging situations.

Vince has combined these capabilities with his considerable communication and teaching skills to produce outstanding training seminars and videos. His depth of technical understanding, his professional approach and his passion makes him well qualified for these endeavors. Everyone, from beginners to seasoned professionals, can benefit from his expertise."

Martin Klein
Founder and Former President, Klein Associates, Inc.

Science & Education Lectures

Vince is also committed to providing leadership and inspiration to younger generations. He is available to school groups and other organizations, providing lectures and keynote speeches regarding the importance of career paths in marine science and science in general.

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“Vince Capone possesses the unique ability to convey a complex subject matter to a broad audience in a relaxed and personal manner while bridging science and technology. He personified the expectations of a Sea & Learn guest lecturer. Outstanding!”

Lynn & John and the Team of Sea Saba
Dive the Sea Saba Difference
Since 1985
www.seasaba.com

"Vince! What a TERRIFIC show! You really wowed 'em! First time the room's been this quiet during a show inabout a year! Thanks so much for coming out to present this for us! ........... Thanks again! You're the BEST!"

Kathy Woehl
Keystone Divers Association

Please contact us if you have any questions about any of the events listed below.

UPCOMING TECHNICAL TRAINING SEMINARS

April 23rd through May 7, 2010
Navy Marine Technology Training
Port Hueneme, CA
Closed to the public.

May 11 and May 12, 2010
Navy Sonar Training
Panama City, FL
Closed to the public.

August 7 through Aug 27, 2010
Navy Marine Technology Training
Port Hueneme, CA
Closed to the public.

Comprehensive Side Scan Sonar Training

Open class for anyone from novice to expert who needs to improve his or her sonar skills. Special break-out sections for military and Law Enforcement personnel.

Black Laser Learning welcomes and encourages participants from around the world. Members of the following organizations attended the Black Laser Learning Annapolis sonar training in February, 2009. A total of 29 people from several countries attended.

~Finish Maritime Administration

~Suffolk County Marine Police

~Maryland Transportation Authority Police

~Calvert County Sheriff's Department

~NOAA

~US Army Corps of Engineers

~Naval Surface Warfare Center

~US EPA

~NJ State Police

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KEYNOTE, EDUCATIONAL AND ADVENTURE PRESENTATIONS

Vince Capone has spent a lifetime working on all the world's oceans making discoveries and collecting scientific data. He quickly engages audiences and has a natural ability to put everyone at ease. From searching the open ocean for WWII submarines to working on remote lakes in Alaska, the audience travels along on unique experiences, all the while gaining an understanding of the ecosystems, cultures and history associated with these travels.

A self-employed scientist for over 30 years, Vince has a unique understanding of science, business and technology.

"The Mid-America Orthopaedic Association, whose members are orthopedic surgeons from the 20 midwestern states, engage a notable speaker for their Annual Meeting whose expertise is not in orthopedic surgery, but can enlighten our meeting attendees about something of great interest to a diverse audience of surgeons, their spouses and children, and guests. Vince Capone, underwater sonar explorer representing Black Laser Learning, met that challenge by providing an exceptional entertaining and educational experience punctuated with adventure, exploration, history, science, and technology as he presented his underwater sonar expertise in “Submerged Treasures: A Quest of Serendipity and Perseverance”. His was an account of real adventure and exploration in a world few experience described in sight and sound which would captivate anyone at any age."

Thomas L. Schmidt, M.D. Historian, Mid-America Orthopaedic Association

UPCOMING PRESENTATIONS

April 22, 2010
Keynote Presentation Mid-Atlantic Orthopedic Association
Austin, TX
Closed to the public.

More will be posted soon.

Black Laser Learning presented a successful "Hunting Submarines" seminar in March, 2009 as part of the Boston Sea Rovers' annual conference. The presentation was given excellent reviews by those in attendance (approximately 120). Many positive comments were made on the stunning visuals.

WHAT CLIENTS SAY...

"In three decades of shipwreck research, I've never met a side scan sonar or magnetometer operator better than Vince Capone. His professionalism, his skill, and his uncanny ability to find wrecks where others can't, make him our number one choice when we're selecting a project team."

James P. Delgado , maritime archaeologist, President & CEO of the Institute of Nautical Archaeology and host of National Geographic's "The Sea Hunters" with Clive Cussler.