The training will provide a comprehensive overview of key concepts in biogeochemistry, ocean optics, and ocean colour data processing, with a strong emphasis on their applications in ocean colour remote sensing and coastal vulnerability mapping. By integrating theory with practical insights, the course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to apply satellite oceanography and marine biogeochemistry in oceanographic research, fostering a new generation of oceanographers capable of addressing emerging challenges in ocean science and its societal applications. This training is designed specifically for students of Oceanography or early career researchers who are at the beginning of their research journey. coursework.
Aims and objectives:
- Satellite Oceanography and its application in Ecosystem Services.
- Offer practical training on the use of instruments and techniques for biogeochemical analysis, and remote sensing data processing.
- Familiarize participants with major satellite sensors, data products, and retrieval techniques relevant to biogeochemical and ocean colour studies.
- Ocean State Forecasting and its societal applications.
- Tsunami Early Warning System and Ocean Observations.
- Coastal Vulnerability Mapping and application in coastal processes management.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Analyze the role of key oceanic biogeochemical processes (e.g., the biological carbon pump) in the global climate system and their response to climate change.
- Operate advanced bio-optical and biogeochemical instruments to analyze in-situ data for validating satellite measurements.
- Identify and acquire major satellite datasets for critical oceanographic parameters, including ocean color, sea surface temperature, biogeochemical and carbon cycle products.
- Process and apply satellite data to monitor spatial and temporal variations in primary productivity, harmful algal blooms, and carbon cycling.
- Evaluate satellite-derived indicators to assess the health and dynamics of marine ecosystems in a changing climate.
- Design and execute a research project that utilizes satellite remote sensing to address a novel problem in ocean biogeochemistry.
- Generation of Coastal Vulnerability Maps
- Application of Coastal Vulnerability Mapping in coastal processes management
Target Audience:
The training course is designed for the following target audience:
- Students, early-career researchers, and professionals in oceanography, environmental science, climate science, and marine resource management who wish to strengthen their knowledge of satellite remote sensing and biogeochemistry. The course is suitable for individuals aiming to contribute to academia, research organizations, industry, and government agencies dealing with marine and climate-related challenges.
Application Process :
By Nomination
Course Dates :
15th - 21st November, 2026
Faculty:
- Dr. T V S Udaya Bhaskar, INCOIS
- Dr. N. Srinivas Rao, INCOIS
- Mr. H Shivakumar, INCOIS
- Ms. P Sujatha, INCOIS
- Mr. N Umakanth, INCOIS
Venue :
International Training Centre for Operational Oceanography
(ITCOocean),
Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services
(INCOIS),
Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India,
"Ocean Valley", Pragathi Nagar (B.O), Nizampet (S.O),
Hyderabad - 500 090, INDIA.
For Any questions please contact:
- Email: itcoocean@incois.gov.in
