Simulator training at the operational level 2Laajuus (2 cr)

Objective

Knowledge, understanding and proficiency of STCW table A-II/1 function: Navigation at the operational level. This course concentrates on learning the following competencies:
- plan and conduct a passage and determine position
- maintain a safe navigational watch
- use of radar to maintain safety of navigation
- respond to emergencies
- respond to a distress signal at sea
- transmit and receive information by visual signalling
- manoeuvre the ship.

Content

This course contains supervised simulator exercises, which are based on previously completed theory studies. These exercises have been grouped to form the following simulator training days, which have different themes:
- bridge watchkeeping and use of sound and visual signals
- navigation in open sea and traffic separation schemes
- navigation in coastal waters and restricted visibility
- ship manoeuvring and handling in different conditions
- navigation in restricted waters
- respond to emergencies and distress signals at sea.

Evaluation

Students can
- identify interrelated tasks.
- use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field.
- work as team members in a goal-oriented way.

Qualifications

Participation in courses:
- Simulator training at the operational level 1 (209907116)
- Simulator work (209902216)
- Navigational aids (209902316)
- Terrestrial navigation 1 (209902416)
- Bridge watchkeeping (209902116)
- Ship handling 1 (209903116)
- Route planning and meteorology (209903016)
- Emergency procedures 1 (209901516)