Modern Oceanography Summer Course in Bermuda!
Provided by: Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences
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Program Description
The course runs from June 15 – July 3, 2015
The Modern Observational Oceanography course introduces students to the methods and technologies that have become the staple of modern oceanography. This program provides senior undergraduates and postgraduates with the chance to merge theory and practice while working alongside BIOS faculty.
Topics covered include carbon biogeochemistry; nutrient, dissolved oxygen and salinity determinations; plankton sampling; and physical oceanographic measurements. This is a multidisciplinary course that provides students with introductory lectures and laboratory training in state of the art theory and research methods.
The renowned long-term sampling programs at BIOS will give students an interdisciplinary view of ocean processes, as well as an opportunity to sharpen laboratory skills.
The Modern Observational Oceanography course introduces students to the methods and technologies that have become the staple of modern oceanography. This program provides senior undergraduates and postgraduates with the chance to merge theory and practice while working alongside BIOS faculty.
Topics covered include carbon biogeochemistry; nutrient, dissolved oxygen and salinity determinations; plankton sampling; and physical oceanographic measurements. This is a multidisciplinary course that provides students with introductory lectures and laboratory training in state of the art theory and research methods.
The renowned long-term sampling programs at BIOS will give students an interdisciplinary view of ocean processes, as well as an opportunity to sharpen laboratory skills.
Highlights
Learn important laboratory and field techniques while collaborating on research projects alongside BIOS facultyBe immersed in a working observatory used by partners including NOAA and NASA with a field trip to the Tudor Hill Marine Atmospheric Observatory
Introduction to the use of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV), known as gliders
Join this 5-day research cruise on board the R/V Atlantic Explorer, the BIOS research vessel
What`s Included
Room and board, including meals3 week intensive course
Participate in a 5-day research cruise aboard the BIOS research vessel, the R/V Atlantic Explorer
Introduction to the use of autonomous underwater vehicles (AUV), known as gliders
Tour Bermuda and experience social and cultural activities
SCUBA Diving
Subjects
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Program Locations
St. George's, Bermuda
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Program Details
Provider:
Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences
Location
- Bermuda: St. George's
School Term:
Summer
Languages:
English
Participants:
WorldWide
Cost:
4900
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