Biological Ocean Group: Cruise Training

B i o l o g i c a l O c e a n G r o u p

Training videos (mp4) for the Biological Ocean Group's cruise sample collection and processing. To view these videos you will need QuickTime, download

Introduction: Biological Oceanography cruisework at MBARI. (4.7mb)
Cruise preparation: Gear, transport, shipboard lab setup. (23.6mb)
On Station: Preparation, CTD and rosette, Niskin water sampling, seasickness. (51.4mb)
Sample processing: Chlorophyll. (77mb)
Sample processing: Primary production. (153.7mb)
Sample processing: Minor samples. (92.4mb)
Summary (19.3mb)
Photo gallery

Additional information and results

Oceanography overview
MBARI time series program
CalCOFI and the MBARI time series program
SECRET cruise analysis
Monterey Bay Timeseries

Other Links

Filtration Quick Reference Guide
Sample Data Sheet
MBARI major station map
CalCOFI Line 67 map
CalCOFI Line 60 map
Secchi Chart

Back to: MBARI Research and Development Division

Questions regarding the cruise training video may be directed to T. Pennington.

If you have comments regarding the Biological Ocean Group's web pages you are welcome to contact us through our group's webmaster.

Last updated: Jun. 27, 2008