Fundamentals of Navigation presented by the ORCV
Fundamental Navigation Course Includes:
- Provides an introduction to the basic navigation skills required for safe yachting in coastal waters including:-
- Explanation of underlying concepts which underpin navigation theory
- Concepts of time, and distance
- Use of latitude and longitude to define position
- Basic training in the use of electronic charts and the information they contain
- Understanding bearings, magnetic variation and chart datum
- Plotting and planning
- Tides and their influence
- Route Planning Fundamentals
- Navigation technology – Chart plotters, GPS, AIS and related satellite services.
Upon completion of this course, participants will have the basic knowledge required to:-
- Interpret charts, identifying, lights, leads markers and common hazards
- Calculate bearings and plot positions
- Understand the key components required for successful route plans for short coastal trips.
The course includes two teaching sessions, a follow up Q&A (Optional) and home assignments.
Pre-requisites:
- It is important to note that this course is not an instruction on the use of your app, be it a chart plotter or an app on your phone or computer.
- Basic familiarity with the use of your navigational app
- Access to an electronic chart on Tablet, Ipad or PC for use during the
- Some familiarity with the use of chart plotters would be helpful.
16, 18 and Q&A on 22 July 2024, 7-9pm
Location
Online event access details will be provided by the event organiser
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