Course type:

THEORY

Suggested minimum pre-course experience:

None

Assumed knowledge:

None

Course content:

Charts and publications, safety, buoyage, tidal awareness, basic navigation and pilotage, rules of the road, electronic navigation, anchoring, weather forecasts, passage planning.

Ability after course:

Following the course students will have a basic awareness and understanding of navigation and safety.

Minimum duration:

16 hours. Can be taught over 2 days or a series of shorter sessions.