Summary

Course Description

Introduce the cutting-edge ocean data management strategies, methods and tools at global and regional levels, share experience in ocean data and information technology development and application in China, inspire discussion on the role of information technologies in realizing the sustainable development goals for the ocean.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this training, learners will be able to: 

• Knowledge of the status and trends of international ocean data management.
• Better understanding of the status and importance of ocean data in the context of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.
• Improved skills of integrated ocean data management and ocean information R&D.

Target Audience

• Research personnel: those who are engaging in ocean science and ocean management research in universities or research institutes for more than 2 years, and have a bachelor's degree or higher.
• Government employee: those who are engaging in ocean science research and/or ocean management for the government for more than 2 years, and have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Course Content

Ocean data management within the IODE framework, application of marine data in the era of big data and China practice, marine spatial planning, monsoon and its social and ecological impacts, marine dual evaluation key technology and practice, calibration of wave buoys in a lab and the practices on their in-situ comparison/test, how to measure the contribution and function of the ocean economy, etc.

Language of instruction: English

Learner Assessment

Learners will be assessed through a final course report base on the training content.

A certificate will be issued to those who finish all modules of the training and submit their final course report.

Technology requirements/computer skills

Access to stable internet, a laptop or desktop available, basic computer skills, speakers and microphone for Q&A and open discussion.

Application Period:

20 February-13 March, 2023

Selection criteria:

Early career professionals of ocean science and ocean management from the WESTPAC region; at least a bachelor’s degree; good command of English.

Notes:

The estimated time required to complete the course is 28 learning hours.