Bridge watchkeeping (2 cr)
Code: MK00DQ96-3003
General information
Enrollment
07.11.2022 - 18.11.2022
Timing
03.04.2023 - 14.05.2023
Number of ECTS credits allocated
2 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
50 % Contact teaching, 50 % Distance learning
Unit
Department of Logistics and Marine Technology
Campus
Kotka Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
12 - 40
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Marine Technology
Teachers
- Joni Hietakangas
Teacher in charge
Joni Hietakangas
Groups
-
MKKT22SPMarine Technology, full-time studies
- Merivahdinpito MK00DQ96-3003 / 05.05.2023 08:30 - 12:00
Objective
Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- bridge watchkeeping as a deck officer
- comprehensive knowledge of International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
- navigation in traffic separation schemes
- using visual message signals
Content
- International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
- rules for inland waterways
- navigation within traffic separation schemes and principles of bridge watch
- navigation in VTS-area
- signals by Morse light
- signal flags
- International Code of Signals
Teaching methods
Scheduled track:
You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the schedule.
Independent track:
n/a
Blended track:
Discussion with the teacher and, where appropriate, PSP-planning with your own mentor teacher.
Employer connections
Course can possibly include RDI and work-related cooperation.
Evaluation scale
1-5
Assessment methods and criteria
Active participation, approved learning tasks, approved exam
Qualifications
Watchkeeping and seaman skills
Further information
Meets the requirements of STCW section A-II/2 (and A-II/1) regarding function: navigation, as per description.