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MIT2023
Marine Information Technologies
NFPOGO-ODM2023
NF-POGO Centre of Excellence. Ocean Data Management 2023
This 2 week-long module on Ocean Data Management is part of the Nippon Foundation-POGO Centre of Excellence (NF-POGO CofE) and hosted by AWI (cohort 2023). This module is part of an intensive training course for young professionals at the post-graduate level, ten months in duration, with an intake of ten trainees per year. The course is sponsored by the Nippon Foundation and hosted by the Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research.
This module provides a comprehensive introduction to a wide variety of earth science datasets, formats and analysis software. Students will learn and practice methods using a common ocean area, and they are expected to create a personal project of data products for a marine region of their own choosing. Personal projects are presented by the students at the end of the course.
Course/Module Dates: 5-16 June 2023
NFPOGO-ODM2021_Unit5
NF-POGO Centre of Excellence. Ocean Data Management module
This 2 week-long module on Ocean Data Management is part of the Nippon Foundation-POGO Centre of Excellence (NF-POGO CofE) and hosted by AWI (cohort 2021). This module is part of an intensive training course for young professionals at the post-graduate level, ten months in duration, with an intake of ten trainees per year. The course is sponsored by the Nippon Foundation and hosted by the Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research.
This module provides a comprehensive introduction to a wide variety of earth science datasets, formats and analysis software. Students will learn and practice methods using a common ocean area, and they are expected to create a personal project of data products for a marine region of their own choosing. Personal projects are presented by the students at the end of the course.
Course/Module Dates: 15-26 February 2021
NFPOGO-ODM2022
NF-POGO Centre of Excellence. Ocean Data Management module
This 2 week-long module on Ocean Data Management is part of the Nippon Foundation-POGO Centre of Excellence (NF-POGO CofE) and hosted by AWI (cohort 2022). This module is part of an intensive training course for young professionals at the post-graduate level, ten months in duration, with an intake of ten trainees per year. The course is sponsored by the Nippon Foundation and hosted by the Alfred Wegener Institute for Polar and Marine Research.
This module provides a comprehensive introduction to a wide variety of earth science datasets, formats and analysis software. Students will learn and practice methods using a common ocean area, and they are expected to create a personal project of data products for a marine region of their own choosing. Personal projects are presented by the students at the end of the course.
Course/Module Dates: 28 March-8 April 2022
BlueCarbon_China2024
Observation technique about blue carbon
This training course will focus on raising the knowledge on the monitoring, assessment, and accounting of marine blue carbon. And also the related instrumentation and calibration of some biogeochemical parameters are the main content of the training course. The course will use case studies relevant for the Western Pacific.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the course, the participants should:
- Have a comprehensive understanding of the monitoring and assessment of coastal blue carbon.
- Be able to explain the role of connotation, Classification, and Accounting of Marine Carbon Sequestration.
- Be familiar with the instrumentation and calibration of some biogeochemical parameters.
Target audience and prerequisites
Include, but are not limited to, the following researchers and management staff on marine ecological observation, who deal with biogeochemical parameter measurements and instrumentation.
Language of instruction: English
Course content
Day 1 The monitoring and assessment of coastal blue carbon
Day 2 Connotation, Classification, and Accounting of Marine Carbon Sequestration
Day 3-5 Instrumentation and calibration of some biogeochemical parameters (dissolved oxygen and pH in seawater for example)
- utilization and maintenance of dissolved oxygen and pH instruments/sensors
- calibration of dissolved oxygen and pH sensors for seawater use in a lab
- calibration method of multi-parameter compensation for optical dissolved oxygen sensor in seawater
Instructors
Learner assessment and certificate
Assessment will be done through (online) quizzes.
Successful completion of the assignments (passmark: 80%) and active attendance of all of the synchronous sessions will be needed to be awarded a certificate of completion
Technology requirements
To complete this course, you should have access to:
- Latest version of either Chrome, Edge, or Firefox, web browsers
- Access to internet
- Firewalls must be disabled in order to be able to attend the synchronous live sessions
Course Duration, Synchronous Sessions, and Format
The course will take place online between November 25 to 29, 2024, with a duration of approximately 20 hours.
This is a 20-hour training course that will run online between 25-29 Nov 2024, including 3 (daily) synchronous sessions to be held between 13-16 pm (UTC+8) using BigBlueButton web conferencing platform.
The course includes 15 hours of synchronous work (content and discussion) plus 5 hours of individual asynchronous work for completion of assessments.
Application process and selection criteria
A limited number of seats (45) are available. Please complete the online application form available on this LINK. The applications start 01 October 2024. The deadline to submit the application is 31 October 2024 (23:59 CET: Central European Time).
UNESCO is committed to promoting equal access principles. Applications from minority or underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged.
The Selecting Committee will be set up by the hosts (NCOSM and NMDIS), which will comprise the course coordinator, organizers, and lecturers. Selection criteria include the applicant’s academic background, professional experience/duties (such as marine observation, blue carbon and ecosystem data management), and how the applicant will be able to apply the new knowledge acquired. Priority will be given to participants from the West Pacific
Contacts
- Course Coordinators: YU Jianqing yujianqing@ncosm.org.cn; Xu Dian ncosmws@ncosm.org.cn
- OTGA Secretariat: ioc.training@unesco.org
Costs
Free of charge. There are no tuition fees.
The instructors will give the course voluntarily with support from NCOSM.
Cancellation policy
In the event of cancellation of the course by the OTGA or its affiliates, we will provide notification of cancellation at least 7 days prior to the course date. In the event of cancellation by the attendee, we should receive notification of cancellation at least 7 days prior to the course date.
ODM2022
Ocean Data Management 2022
SP_ODM2023
Ocean Data Management 2023
This online, fully self-paced training course provides a comprehensive introduction to the management of marine data, including the guiding principles of data management and typical responsibilities for data managers, data stewards and scientists.
This course is developed by, and for, marine data managers, data stewards and researchers, working in institutions responsible for the collection and good management of marine data.
During this training course, you will be introduced to several general aspects related to the management of marine data, including, metadata, quality control, data policy, data sharing and publishing, data management plans and the research data life cycle. By the end of this course, you will be able to describe and implement the core tasks required for the processing of marine data, explain the importance of metadata, advise researchers on the research data life cycle and explain why a good data management plan is key from the very first initiation steps of a project.
SP_ODM2024
Ocean Data Management 2024
This online, fully self-paced training course provides a comprehensive introduction to the management of marine data, including the guiding principles of data management and typical responsibilities for data managers, data stewards and scientists.
This course is developed by, and for, marine data managers, data stewards and researchers, working in institutions responsible for the collection and good management of marine data.
During this training course, you will be introduced to several general aspects related to the management of marine data, including, metadata, quality control, data policy, data sharing and publishing, data management plans and the research data life cycle. By the end of this course, you will be able to describe and implement the core tasks required for the processing of marine data, explain the importance of metadata, advise researchers on the research data life cycle and explain why a good data management plan is key from the very first initiation steps of a project.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this training, participants should be able to:
- Describe the phases of the Research Data Life Cycle
- Explain the concept of a Data Management Plan
- Explain the concept and importance of metadata
- identify suitable file formats for data preservation and sharing
- Identify appropriate repositories for your data
- Summarise the goal of assigning a data licence
- Explain the common concerns related to data reuse
Target audience
Marine data managers, data stewards and researchers, working in institutions responsible for the collection and good management of marine data.
This is a self-taught course that includes quizzes designed to help learners assess their own learning at regular intervals.Learner Assessment
This is a self-taught course that includes quizzes designed to help learners assess their own learning at regular intervals. In order to successfully complete the course and award a Certificate at the end, the following is mandatory:
- complete all lessons in each Module of the course;
- complete all quizzes (70% minimum score for each quiz);
Note: submitting the course feedback survey is mandatory to obtain the course certificate.
Technology requirements
To complete this course, participants should have access to:
- Computer with Windows or Mac operating system
- Latest version of either Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari web browsers
How to enroll
Please register on the OceanExpert website (www.oceanexpert.org). Once your OceanExpert account is approved (this is not done immediately), you can self-enrol in the course. If you already have an OceanExpert account, you can self-enrol in the course using your OceanExpert username and password. Enrolment is available until 1 December 2024.
First log-in OceanTeacher, then access the course page and click on self-enrollment.
The enrolment key is Odm2024-2
For any questions please contact the OTGA Secretariat (ioc.training@unesco.org) always using the name of the course as email subject.
There are no tuition fees.
UNESCO is committed to promote equal access principles. Applications from minority or underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged.
Feedback survey
At the end of the course, you will be asked to fill out a feedback survey. This information will be used to improve future courses.
SP_ODM2025
Ocean Data Management 2025
This online, fully self-paced training course provides a comprehensive introduction to the management of marine data, including the guiding principles of data management and typical responsibilities for data managers, data stewards and scientists.
This course is developed by, and for, marine data managers, data stewards and researchers, working in institutions responsible for the collection and good management of marine data.
During this training course, you will be introduced to several general aspects related to the management of marine data, including, metadata, quality control, data policy, data sharing and publishing, data management plans and the research data life cycle. By the end of this course, you will be able to describe and implement the core tasks required for the processing of marine data, explain the importance of metadata, advise researchers on the research data life cycle and explain why a good data management plan is key from the very first initiation steps of a project.
Details: https://oceanexpert.org/event/4664
Learning outcomes
By the end of this training, participants should be able to:
- Describe the phases of the Research Data Life Cycle
- Explain the concept of a Data Management Plan
- Explain the concept and importance of metadata
- identify suitable file formats for data preservation and sharing
- Identify appropriate repositories for your data
- Summarise the goal of assigning a data licence
- Explain the common concerns related to data reuse
Course contents
- General overview of data management, its principles and organisation
- Research Data Life Cycle
- Data Management Plan
- Open & FAIR data
- Data licences
- Metadata
- Data standards & quality control
Target audience
Marine data managers, data stewards and researchers, working in institutions responsible for the collection and good management of marine data.
Language and computer skills required (Applicants are expected to have):
- a good working knowledge of English
- basic computer skills
- the ability to find resources through search engines
- the ability to be self-directed in learning new technology skills (e.g. following a step-by-step tutorial, online video help, or access to support to learn necessary skills)
Instructors/Organisers
This course is organised by the OceanTeacher Global Academy with the assistance of the Flanders Marine Institute.
Course duration and format:
The course will be delivered online between 1 February 2025 and 31 May 2025. The estimated time to complete the self-paced course is approximately 35 hours.
Learner Assessment:
This is a self-taught course that includes quizzes designed to help learners assess their own learning at regular intervals. In order to successfully complete the course and award a Certificate at the end, the following is mandatory:
- complete all lessons in each Module of the course;
- complete all quizzes (70% minimum score for each quiz).
Note: submitting the course feedback survey is mandatory to obtain the course certificate.
Technology requirements
To complete this course, participants should have access to:
- Computer with Windows or Mac operating system
- Latest version of either Chrome, Edge, Firefox, or Safari web browsers
How to enroll
Please register on the OceanExpert website (www.oceanexpert.org). Once your OceanExpert account is approved (this is not done immediately), you can self-enrol in the course. If you already have an OceanExpert account, you can self-enroll in the course using your OceanExpert username and password. Enrolment is available from 1 February until 15 May 2025.
First log in OceanTeacher, then access the course page and click on self-enrollment.
The enrolment key is ODM*2025
For any questions please contact the OTGA Secretariat (ioc.training@unesco.org) always using the name of the course as email subject.
There are no tuition fees.
UNESCO is committed to promote equal access principles. Applications from minority or underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged.
Feedback survey
At the end of the course, you will be asked to fill out a feedback survey. This information will be used to improve future courses.
DataStewardship2021
Ocean Data Stewardship in the Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development
QAQC2022EN
Quality Assurance and Quality Control on Marine Ecosystem-based Management
This training course will focus on raising the awareness for the need
for Quality Assurance and Quality Control on Marine Ecosystem-based
Management. Participants will be introduced to up-to-date best
practices and standards as well as the quality assurance and quality
control on marine ecosystem observation, and marine
instrument measurement testing, specifically on the four important
sectors of the whole process of QA and QC,
namely sensors, laboratory, data processing, and product application.
The course will use case studies relevant for the Western Pacific.
QMF2020
Quality Management System Essentials for NODCs and ADUs 2020
QMF2024
Quality Management System Essentials for NODCs and ADUs 2024
Details: https://oceanexpert.org/event/3990
SCGR2025EN
Sustainable Coastal Growth and Resilience
Summary
This hybrid course, organized by the Decade Collaborative Centre for Coastal Resilience, provides an in-depth exploration of coastal resilience and its vital role in supporting sustainable business practices and protecting communities against climate change-related impacts. Through five interconnected modules and an in-presence hands-on week, participants will learn and implement the principles, technologies, and strategies needed to understand, assess, and bolster resilience within coastal regions, while emphasizing business responsibility and proactive risk management.
Venue
The course will be subdivided into two phases:
An online phase will take place through OTGA e-learning platform.
An in-person phase which will be held in Bertinoro, Italy, at the University Residential Center of Bertinoro (CE.U.B.).
Learning outcomes
By the end of the course the participants should be able to:
- Understand Coastal Resilience and its Business Implications
- Utilize Operational Oceanography Products for Hazard Analysis
- Assess Environmental Impact and Manage Coastal Risks
- Apply Enabling Technologies to Coastal Resilience Challenges
- Develop Practical Resilience Solutions for Critical Coastal Infrastructure
- Showcase innovative solutions executing a Real-World Coastal Resilience Project
Target audience
The course is a post-graduate and early-career course for professional development and continuing education. The course is particularly aimed at early-career scientists, young professionals from coastal consulting firms, coastal managers and operators, as well as members of environmental protection agencies and civil protection organizations.
Pre-requisites
Course content
- Overview of Coastal Resilience and its Business Implications
- Understanding Coastal Hazards Using Operational Oceanography
- Environmental Impact Assessment and Risk Management
- Enabling Technologies for Coastal Resilience
- Innovative Solutions for Coastal Resilience
Language of instruction: English
Course Duration
The course will span a total of ten weeks (~90 hours in total) from 27 January to 11 April 2025 in hybrid format, with the structure includes the following:
- Five week-modules of online asynchronous learning (10 hours per week - 50 hours total)
- Five weeks of Webinars (1-2 hours per week - 10 hours total) and tutoring sessions (20 hours)
- One-week in-person workshop, 7-11 April 2025 (30 hours)
Certificate
OTGA - ISO Certificate will be awarded to the participants upon completion of assignments, assessment tests, and delivery of a project according to the course planning.
Notes
Application process
**(APPLICATIONS FOR THIS COURSE ARE NOW CLOSED)**
A limited number of seats (25) are available. Please fill out the online application form available at this LINK:https://otga.wufoo.com/forms/z3uoa8z1fqqqpu/
The applications start on 15 November 2024. The deadline to submit the application is 15 December 2024 (23:59 CET: Central European Time).
- CV containing (upload)
- Description of Education and information on Masterʼs degree in relevant fields.
- Description of Professional Experience
- Current position
- English Proficiency Certificates
- Motivation Letter - 1000 words- explaining alignment with course goals
- Reference Letters (optional but encouraged) (upload)
Selection criteria
UNESCO is committed to promoting equal access principles. Applications from minority or underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged.
Selection will be based on:
- Pertinence of Master's degree
- Relevant work experience in coastal management, environmental consulting, urban planning, marine conservation, or related fields
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- Submission of a complete application
Priority consideration will be given to applicants from underrepresented countries, particularly in the Global South.
Costs
Free of charge. There are no tuition fees.
This course is offered with no tuition fees, and all participation costs will be fully covered by the organizers. Full financial coverage for in-person week will be provided by the Decade Collaborative Center for Coastal Resilience (DCC-CR).
Contacts
For any questions, please contact OTGA Secretariat (ioc.training@unesco.org) or DCC-CR secretariat (difa.dcc-cr@unibo.it) always using the name of the course as e-mail subject.
Cancellation policy
In the event of cancellation of the course by the OTGA or its affiliates, we will provide notification of cancellation at least 7 days prior to the course date. In the event of cancellation by the attendee, we should receive notification of cancellation at least 7 days prior to the course date.