Ship handling 2 (2 cr)

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- ship handling in different conditions
- handling of different ship types
- anchoring and mooring in different conditions
- a capability to operate the vessel in all conditions using all available equipment, systems and resources

Content

- ship handling theory
- the influence of wind
- current and shallow water and narrow fairways (SQUAT, bank effect, interaction/suction)
- different steering and propulsion systems
- manoeuvring tests
- rate of turn/radius
- steering in rough weather and ice covered water and VTS areas

Course material

The student can study the following literature
• House D.J., Ship Handling: Theory and Practice, Butterworth-Heinemann; 1. edition (November 1, 2007)

Other study materials are provided by the teacher in class or via the Learn platform.

Study forms and methods

• The course is carried out by way of contact teaching on Kotka campus according to a weekly schedule. Remote participation is not possible. As a rule, scheduled contact lessons are not recorded nor duplicated by online lectures.
• Students make progress by attending scheduled lessons and completing tasks and assignments individually or in groups. The course consists of ten (10) lessons and individual and small-group assignments.
• The teacher provides guidance during and after contact lessons and workshops.
• The assessed assignments are completed independently/in groups/in pairs (more detailed instructions in class).
• Feedback is provided by different methods, in writing and/or orally. Also, peer feedback can be used.

RDI and work-related cooperation

The course might includes control hours that can potentially be used for work life projects or visits.

Timing of exams and assignments

At the end of the course, an exam must be taken on campus at the computer class.

A project assignment must be completed in a small group by the end of the course.

The end date of the course is presented in the course details. By this date, the student must submit all assignments, take the required exams and meet all other conditions set for an approved course completion.

Student workload

• 1 ECTS credits equals 27 hours of work by the student.
• In a 2-credit course, the student's total maximum workload is approximately 54 hours including lessons, group work and independent study.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The student’s performance is assessed with reference to the learning objectives and assessment criteria of the course. The completion of the course requires exam and assignment to be completed with a passing grade.

Qualifications

- Ship handling 1
- Ship’s control systems