Oceanography: Key to Understanding Our World
Explore ocean science fundamentals. Learn about ocean floor, satellite analysis, chemistry, and formation processes in this comprehensive course.
Course Cost
₹ 2,699
Beginner
Skill Level
26 Hours
Self-paced lessons
Dive into the fascinating world of oceanography with this comprehensive course. Designed for beginners, it covers fundamental concepts of ocean science, including the classification and formation of the ocean floor, current sea satellite analysis systems, ocean chemistry, and the processes that led to its formation. Using examples from a round-the-world regatta, you'll explore various oceanographic phenomena like strong currents, floating ice, wave formations, and biological diversity. The course is structured to provide a solid foundation in descriptive oceanography, focusing on physical characteristics of water, circulation patterns, and the ocean's role in global climate. Through a mix of video lectures, readings, and interactive quizzes, you'll gain insights into the Mediterranean as a model ocean, global ocean dynamics, satellite oceanography, ocean chemistry, and the formation of ocean basins. No prior knowledge of oceanography is required, making this course accessible to all curious learners eager to understand our planet's vast water bodies.
What you'll learn
Understand the physical properties of seawater and their impact on ocean dynamics
Explore ocean circulation patterns and their role in global climate
Learn about satellite oceanography and its applications in ocean monitoring
Study ocean chemistry and its importance in marine ecosystems
Investigate the formation and evolution of ocean basins
Examine the relationship between oceans and climate change
Discover the principles of marine biology and ocean ecosystems
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
5.6 Hours PreRecorded video
6 quizzes, 1 assignment
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
Shareable certificate
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There are 7 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to oceanography, covering key aspects of ocean science. Students will explore the physical characteristics of seawater, ocean circulation patterns, and the role of oceans in global climate. The curriculum includes studies of the Mediterranean Sea as a model ocean, global ocean dynamics, satellite oceanography techniques, ocean chemistry, and the formation and evolution of ocean basins. Through a combination of video lectures, readings, and interactive assignments, learners will gain a solid foundation in descriptive oceanography and understand the ocean's importance in Earth's systems.
1A - The Mediterranean: a model of an ocean - Temperature, salinity and pressure
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
1B - The Mediterranean: a model of an ocean - Water masses and circulation
Module 2 · 2 Hours to complete
2. The Global Ocean
Module 3 · 6 Hours to complete
3A. Satellite oceanography: all eyes on the planet (I)
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
3B. Satellite oceanography: All eyes on the planet (II)
Module 5 · 4 Hours to complete
4. Ocean chemistry: a chemical industry with wall-less pipes
Module 6 · 4 Hours to complete
5. Ocean basins: a memory sustained for millions of years
Module 7 · 5 Hours to complete
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