Oceanography Courses and Certifications

AGU

Ocean Sciences Award Plenaries - AGU, ASLO, and TOS Honors

Prestigious ocean science awards presented, featuring lectures and recognition of outstanding contributions to marine research and education.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Ocean Plankton and Plastic Pollution: Insights from Automated Analysis and Tracking

Explore groundbreaking oceanographic research with experts Heidi Sosik and Erik van Sebille, covering automated underwater analysis, ocean currents, and marine plastic pollution tracking.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Chlorofluorocarbons - The Oceans' Inadvertent Canary

Explore the impact of chlorofluorocarbons on oceans and their role as environmental indicators in this insightful lecture by Rana A. Fine from the University of Miami.

• YouTube
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

A Dive to the Mariana Trench - Exploring Earth's Deepest Point

Explore the historic dive to Challenger Deep with Dr. Kathryn Sullivan, discussing her experience, the importance of ocean exploration, and expanding our understanding of Earth's oceans.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

The Secret Lives of Tide Gauge Operators - Historical Data and Sea Level Rise

Explore the hidden world of tide gauge operators and their crucial role in understanding sea level changes, from historical records to modern climate research.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Ocean Sciences Award Lectures - New Technologies and Approaches in Oceanography

Renowned oceanographers present groundbreaking research on acoustic remote sensing, nitrogen cycling, and benthic ecosystems, showcasing innovative approaches and technologies advancing our understanding of marine environments.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Ocean Sciences - From Molecular to Global Scales and Biological Propulsion - Plenary Lectures

Explore oceanic biogeochemistry and biological propulsion with expert lectures on nutrient cycles, particle flux, and innovative marine engineering applications.

• YouTube
• 2 hours 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

New Technologies to Study the Ocean - Advances in Observations, Robotics, and Imaging

Explore cutting-edge ocean research technologies: next-gen Argo floats, robotic plankton, and 3D coral reef mapping. Learn how these innovations revolutionize our understanding of marine ecosystems and climate change impacts.

• YouTube
• 45 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Meteotsunamis: Understanding and Predicting Weather-Driven Oceanic Waves

Explore meteotsunamis: weather-driven waves posing coastal hazards. Learn about ongoing research, their impacts, and efforts to develop early warning systems for these lesser-known oceanic phenomena.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Advances in Tsunami Warning and Forecasting

Explore cutting-edge developments in tsunami prediction and alert systems, enhancing public safety and disaster preparedness through improved forecasting technologies.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Ecosystem Impacts of Record Ocean Warming in the North Pacific - Fall 2015

Experts discuss "the blob," a warm water anomaly in the Northeast Pacific, its effects on marine ecosystems, unprecedented toxic algal blooms, and potential future impacts on ocean health and wildlife.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Real-Time Tracking of Underwater Volcanic Eruption at Axial Seamount - Discoveries and Insights

Scientists discuss real-time tracking of an underwater volcanic eruption, providing insights into submarine volcano-hydrothermal systems and showcasing the potential of remote monitoring in extreme deep-sea environments.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

Deep Ocean Pathways and Climate Change in the North Atlantic

Exploring deep ocean pathways and climate signals in the North Atlantic, focusing on water mass distribution, recirculations, and observed warming patterns over the past century.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

AGU

The Autonomous Revolution - Transforming Ocean Observation with Mobile Platforms

Explore cutting-edge autonomous mobile platforms revolutionizing ocean observation, enhancing our understanding of marine ecosystems and climate change impacts.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Royal Institution

Water World - Earth's Heating and Plumbing Systems - Christmas Lecture 2020

Explore Earth's heating and plumbing systems with physicist Helen Czerski as she reveals how ocean currents distribute heat and nutrients, shaping our planet's climate and ecosystems.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video