Navigation and Bridge Watchkeeping
Two-day and Five-day navigation and watchkeeping courses
COURSE DURATION
5 Days or 2 Days
COST
£845 or £335
Course Overview
This course is intended for anyone taking a navigational watch on any vessel. It forms part of the under 16.5m Skippers Ticket.
The five-day Navigation and Bridge Watchkeeping course is intended for anyone taking a navigational watch and skippers of vessels less than 16.5m operating beyond 20nm miles of a safe haven.
There is also a two-day navigation and Watchkeeping course, intended for skippers of vessels less than 16.5m operating within 20nm miles of a safe haven.
Course Aim
This course aims to provide the skills associated with keeping a safe navigational watch.
By the end of this course you should be able to:
• Explain the principles of watchkeeping
• Understand the rules of the road
• Explain principles of safe navigation
• Explain the uses and limitations of electronic navigational aids
• Explain the IALA buoyage system
• Understand lights, shapes and sounds in navigation
• Understand vessel emergency procedures
Examination Type
This course is assessed by ongoing practical assessment and an end of course exam (40 multiple choice and short answer questions plus chartwork assessment).
Anyone with dyslexia or other learning needs should inform the instructor during the course or the course administrator at the time of booking.
To apply for your place or find out more:
Other Courses for Experienced Fishermen
Under 16.5m Skippers Ticket
Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
Stability Awareness and Advanced Stability Awareness
AEC1&2 Engine
RYA Diesel Engine
Engine Room Watchkeeping
GMDSS VHF Short Range Certificate
RYA Radar
