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Coxswain Navigation

MARH013 Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 12 metres

For people wishing to complete the navigational component to apply for a Coxswain Grade 1 (NC) Certificate of Competency (CoC).

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For people wishing to complete the navigational component to apply for a Coxswain Grade 1 (NC) Certificate of Competency (CoC).

course outline

The course covers topics including:

  • navigational charts, symbols and abbreviations
  • plotting instruments
  • tides and currents, position-fixing
  • plotting course and planning voyages
  • speed, time and distance calculations
  • magnetism, variation, deviation and compass error calculations.

training & assessment

SMT provides training and assessment and activities will include:

  • steering a course and conducting a voyage
  • practical chart work and navigation assessment
  • an assignment on navigational symbols
  • verbal assessment of understanding of navigational actions.

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fees

From $ 265

For eligible Tasmanian residents, this training is subsidised by the Department of State Growth, Tasmania.

Additional AMSA Fees may apply

prerequisites

This course is designed for participants who already have considerable experience in operating small vessels and wish to hold a Coxswain Grade 1 (NC) CoC.

It is recommended that participants
complete a Maths for Mariners assignment before the course begins as part of preparing for the types of calculations that may be used. If required, SMT can assist with accessing free maths training.

course duration

This is a 2-day course (9am- 5pm) which is completed in the classroom and also includes boating practical group and individual sessions.

equipment & materials

All equipment, training and assessment materials that participants need will be provided. Please bring your own writing materials.

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