On May 13, 2026, at Rajamangala Trang Resort, the College of Hospitality and Tourism, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS), Trang Campus, organized a short-course training program titled “Fun Dive” to enhance participants’ foundational scuba diving skills and prepare them for effective learning in marine tourism studies.
Under the direction of Assistant Professor Fapilai Taweesinsopha, Director of the College of Hospitality and Tourism, Dr. Sunyaporn Sotrakul was appointed as the principal coordinator and program facilitator. The training was further enriched by the contribution of Assistant Professor Dr. Thammachak Lekbanjong, Chair of the Bachelor of Arts Program in Tourism and Hospitality, who served as a guest instructor. He was joined by Dr. Sunyaporn Sotrakul and Mr. Santiphap Thipsri, Academic and Research Affairs Officer, all of whom collaboratively delivered theoretical knowledge and practical guidance to participants throughout the training sessions.
The participants in this training were students from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya, who showed great interest in joining the activity to develop extracurricular skills and gain hands-on learning experiences beyond the classroom. Ms. Supaporn Noochu, Scientist, closely supervised and supported the students throughout the trip and practical sessions to ensure the smooth implementation of the program while maintaining the highest standards of safety.
The training primarily emphasized hands-on practice in a swimming pool with a depth of approximately 1.5–2 meters. Key instructional components included the introduction to essential scuba diving equipment, techniques for underwater breathing control, buoyancy management, and fundamental diving safety principles. This initiative reflects the College’s ongoing commitment to fostering interdisciplinary learning and experiential education by equipping students with diverse practical skills alongside academic development. Such experiences contribute significantly to students’ professional preparedness and confidence in navigating future career pathways.
Photos: Dr. Sunyaporn Sotrakul
Photos and Edited by: Ms. Kanjan Chumdee
Translator: Assistant Professor Supaphon Charoensuk
