Navigation equipment (2 cr)

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- principles of navigational aids
- ability to determine errors of navigational aids

Content

Ship's navigation aids:
- magnetic and gyro compass
- (D)GPS
- log
- echo-sounder
- AIS
- VDR
- autopilot

Evaluation

Students can:
- use professional vocabulary systematically
- look for information in the key information sources of the field
- use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field

In addition, competence evaluation according to STCW code table A-II/1 column 4 are used:
- ability to operate the equipment and apply the information correctly
- performance checks and tests to navigation systems comply with manufacturer’s recommendations and good navigational practice
- errors in magnetic and gyro-compasses are determined and correctly applied to courses and bearings
- the selection of the mode of steering is the most suitable for the prevailing weather, sea and traffic conditions and intended manoeuvres

Course material

Study materials are in the Learn.

Study forms and methods

Scheduled track:
You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the schedule. Lecture hours in class, familiarization with various navigation devices and student presentations.
Independent track:
n/a
Blended track:
Discussion with the teacher and, where appropriate, PSP-planning with your own mentor teacher.

RDI and work-related cooperation

There are no ECTS points for RDI or working life co-operation in the course.

Further information

Navigation devices in implementations are 11 themes, each theme one, or two students make presentations in PowerPoint format. The length of the presentation is 5-10 min, the presentations will be sent to the teacher to be checked before the performance according to the schedule.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Student presentations assessment and active participation in discussions in class. Evaluation by Xamk evaluation criteria.