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CTD in focus at SWERVE’s first workshop

Published: 11 November 2024
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The first training for marine technicians in SWERVE’s network recently took place in Gothenburg, focusing on CTD and providing a theoretical understanding of one of the most crucial vessel instruments available today.

Last week, SWERVE held the first and second sessions of its CTD workshop at SMHI in Gothenburg, aimed at deepening knowledge of the CTD (Conductivity, Temperature, Depth) measurement instrument and offering participants the chance to ask questions and expand their expertise.

“This is an excellent opportunity for marine technicians to gain a deeper understanding of the instruments used in today’s research. We look forward to continuing the training on board the vessels in January,” says Björn Lindell, coordinator at the SLU Ship Management Unit.

The workshop, intended for technicians in SWERVE’s network, was the first and second of three sessions focused on CTD.

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During the day, participants had the opportunity to discuss both theoretical and practical aspects of CTD technology, while also deepening their understanding of how this instrument is used in fieldwork. This workshop provided an ideal chance for technicians to exchange experiences and ask questions to experts from SMHI.

CTD is the first topic in SWERVE’s training series for technicians, and additional workshops focusing on vessel instruments will take place in 2025.

The next step in the CTD-focused training series will be held on January 17 onboard the research vessels Skagerak and Svea, where participants will receive hands-on training with CTD units under real sea conditions.

Facts:

Swedish Research Vessel Infrastructure for Marine Research, SWERVE, is a national infrastructure initiative funded by the Swedish Research Council (VR). SWERVE aims to improve conditions for Swedish vessel-based marine research by providing Swedish marine researchers with easier access to vessels, equipment, technical expertise, and data. SWERVE also supports strategic training and knowledge exchange within the National Marine Technician Network.

SWERVE’s infrastructure is coordinated through a partnership of seven organizations: SLU, Stockholm University, Geological Survey of Sweden (SGU), Umeå University, the Swedish Polar Research Secretariat, University of Gothenburg, and SMHI. Together, these organizations have access to six advanced research vessels (Svea, Electra, Ocean Surveyor, KBV 181, Oden, and Skagerak), as well as data management infrastructure and support through the National Oceanographic Data Center.

Contact

Björn Lindell, Coordinator
Ship Management Unit, SLU
björn.lindell@slu.se, +46 (0)18 67 15 46, +46 (0)73-086 98 86