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Meteorology

What is Ocean Heat Content?

Ocean Heat Content Measure of thermal energy stored in the upper ocean layers, used to assess cyclone potential and climate trends.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Ocean Heat Content” Used in Practice?

Research vessel Triton to data buoy network: transmitting ocean heat content profile to 700 metres, grid point nine-two south, three-zero east, acknowledge receipt, over.

Certification Exam Relevance

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Ocean Heat Content?

Measure of thermal energy stored in the upper ocean layers, used to assess cyclone potential and climate trends.

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