This course 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
• Mercator charts

Basic training in the use of paper and electronic charts

• The information they contain
• Understanding bearings, magnetic variation and chart datum
• Plotting and planning, on paper, using chart plotter

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 and home assignments.

Location

Online

Contact Details

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