Submarine Science School
Overview
Join the crew of the USS Pampanito (more about the Pampanito) and learn the workings of WWII submarine technology. During their “patrol”, students explore and experiment with the basic scientific principles that enable a submarine to work: Buoyancy, Batteries, Sonar, Navigation and Periscopes. Available as an overnight or day program.
Students will:
- explore practical applications of scientific concepts using an interdisciplinary approach
- develop specific science skills
- develop teamwork and social skills
Students board the USS Pampanito and are presented with 4 hands-on science stations. Four of the stations have staff members to supervise activities. The “Making a Chemical Battery” station is taught by the teacher during the overnight program.
Students are given individual notebooks (supplied by the Pampanito crew) in which to keep notes and track answers. At the end of the program, each student will receive a “Submarine Qualification” certificate.
Timeline approximate and subject to change:
- 3:30 pm Arrive and check in
- 4:00 pm Tour of submarine
- 4:30 pm Tasks begin
- 7:30 pm Dinner
- 8:30 pm Historic board games on Crew’s Mess tables – BYO Game Pieces
- 10:00 pm Lights out
- 7:00 am All hands – Reveille
- 7:30 am Off load gear – Clean up
- 8:00 am Colors (raising the American flag), Awards Ceremony, Evaluation
- 8:30 am End
Stations:
- Buoyancy – Make your own submarine
- Sonar – Passive and active listening
- Code and Navigation – Deciphering patrol orders and plotting course
- Optics – Make a periscope
- Chemistry – Make a battery
General Day Program Timeline:
10 – 10:15am Welcome
Sub Rules
10:15 – 10:45am Audio Tour of Submarine
10:45 – 11:00am Tour of Historic Artifacts on the Pier
11:00 – 11:50am Head Call & Lunch
11:50am – 13 Four 25 min. Stations:
Battery, Buoyancy, Sonar, Periscopes
Rotation 1: 11:50 – 12:15pm
Rotation 2: 12:15 – 12:40pm
Rotation 3: 12:40 – 13:05pm
Rotation 4: 13:05 – 13:30pm
13:30 – 13:45pm Wrap Up & Goodbye
Timing is flexible and subject to change.
Contact us to discuss a time that better suits your school schedule.
Group Size and Cost: (Maximum 32 Students):
OVERNIGHT: $2,500 flat fee – up to 27 students/7 adults. Add $90 per student for 28 – 32 max.
1-on-1 aides are no charge. Deposit: $1,000
DAY Program: $1,250 flat fee – up to 27 students/7 adults. Add $50 per student for 28-32 max.
1-on-1 aides are no charge. Deposit: $600
Season:
Tuesdays and Thursdays, September through the first week of June.
Deposit Information:
When booking an Education Program at USS Pampanito, a non-refundable deposit is due upon booking and is applicable to the total fee, which is due no later than 60 days prior to the date of the program. For example, if a group wishes to book a Submarine Science School day program, the minimum deposit to book is $600 with the remainder of the invoice due within 60 days of the program date.
This deposit is non-refundable within 60 days of the program date. Cancellations must be made and acknowledged in writing by both parties. If the program is cancelled due to inclement weather, closure of the USS Pampanito due to emergency maintenance & repair, natural disaster such as fire or earthquake, or otherwise a reason outside of both parties control, then full effort will be made for a complete refund or accommodating the group at a different date.
Make Deposit Check Payable To SFMNPA And Mail Deposit/Contract To:
SFMNPA ATTN: Education
P.O. Box 470310
San Francisco, CA
94147-0310
Please note your group’s name and date of visit on your check!
Please contact Education Director Laura DeFelice with any questions about booking or the deposit policy.
Phone: (415) 561-6662 ext. 5
Email: ldefelice@maritime.org
The Calendar fills quickly! Check the CALENDAR for availability.
Fill out the APPLICATION form to reserve date.
For more information, please contact Education Director, Laura DeFelice.
Phone: (415) 561-6662 Ext. 5
Email:ldefelice@maritime.org