Maintenance of navigation and internal communication systems and equipmentLaajuus (1.5 cr)

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- operation principles of all internal communication systems on board
- knowledge of the principles and maintenance procedures of navigation equipment, internal and external communication systems
- service agreements

Content

- magnetic compass
- gyrocompass
- fiberoptic gyrocompass
- fluxgate compass
- radar, ARPA
- GPS
- autopilot
- log
- rudder angle indicator
- ECDIS
- GMDSS equipment: EPIRB, SART, NAVTEX, DSC
- AIS, LRIT, SSAS
- internal communication systems and equipment

Materials

Approved training during studies

Accomplishment methods

Students can
- use professional vocabulary and concepts in an expert way in different situations
- choose appropriate models, methods, software and techniques according to the purpose and justify these choices

In addition, competence evaluation according to STCW code table A-III/6 column 4 are used:
- transmission and reception of messages are consistently successful
- communication records are complete, accurate and comply with statutory requirements
- the effect of malfunctions on associated plant and systems is accurately identified, ship’s technical drawings are correctly interpreted, measuring and calibrating instruments are correctly used and actions taken are justified
- isolation, dismantling and re-assembly of plant and equipment are in accordance with manufacturer’s safety guidelines and shipboard instructions, legislative and safety specifications
- action taken leads to the restoration of bridge navigation equipment and ship communication systems by the method most suitable and appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions