This course prepares the deckhand for safe and competent operation of vessels entering and leaving harbors, steering to a compass course and avoiding collision. Basic navigation skills, marine communication with VHF radio, electronic instrumentation and lookout responsibilities are introduced.

The student will be able to:

1. Use electronic instrumentation to locate position on chart and identify course & distance to destination.
2. Identify channel markers for entering & leaving a harbor, recognize when vessels are coming together and identify right of way and collision avoidance.
3. Display radio communication skills commensurate with industry standards.

Class Format:

16 weeks, 2 units
Offered Spring 2012

Offered through Orange Coast College

Class Size:

Minimum 18, Maximum 31 students

Prerequisite:

None

Fees:

$72 ($36/unit)
Text & chart not included