Part 10: Ocean Observation

Observing the Ocean

Modern oceanography relies on advanced technologies to observe the vast ocean. Satellites provide global coverage, while in-situ sensors, floats, and autonomous vehicles collect detailed measurements at depth.

Topics in This Part

Global Ocean Observing System

~4,000

Argo floats deployed

20+

Ocean satellites

1000s

Moorings worldwide

NPTEL: Marine Hydrodynamics — Advanced Topics

Advanced lectures on marine fluid dynamics relevant to ocean observation and modeling.

Lec-21 Introduction to Water Waves

Lec-22 Basic Equations and Conditions of Water Waves

Lec-23 Water Particle Kinematics in Wave Motion

Lec-24 Capillary Gravity Waves

Lec-25 Linearised Long Wave Equation

Lec-26 Linearised Long Wave Equation (continued)