Oceanography a key to better understand our world
The course for a round the world regatta leads the boats through the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic, Southern Indian and South Pacific Oceans. On their voyage, the skippers come across a large variety of oceanographic situations: strong currents, floating ice, wave formations of every kind and biological diversity.In this course the student will learn about the foundations of the science of oceanography. You’ll learn about the classification and formation of the ocean floor, how current sea satellite analysis systems work, the chemistry of the oceans and the processes that led to its formation.
To follow this course does not require previous knowledge of oceanography.
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Syllabus
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
1A - The Mediterranean: a model of an ocean - Temperature, salinity and pressure.
Week 2
1B - The Mediterranean: a model of an ocean - Water masses and circulation
Week 3
2. The Global Ocean
Week 4
3A. Satellite oceanography: all eyes on the planet (I)
Week 5
3B. Satellite oceanography: All eyes on the planet (II)
Week 6
4. Ocean chemistry: a chemical industry with wall-less pipes
Week 7
5. Ocean basins: a memory sustained for millions of years
FAQ
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
Is financial aid available?
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
Reviews
Fun and interesting. A wonderful review (I'm an ex pilot)
This is such an important course to understanding the world that we live in
The course is very informative , helps in attaining a pile of knowledge about the oceanic world and its reserves. Conveying my gratitude to University of Barcelona for conducting such a course.
I have learned more from this course which enhanced my current knowledge about the ocean.
