Graduate Certificate in Vessel Navigation Techniques
-- viewing nowThe Graduate Certificate in Vessel Navigation Techniques is a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with the essential skills needed for a successful career in marine navigation. This program focuses on the latest navigation technologies, regulations, and techniques, making it highly relevant in today's dynamic maritime industry.
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• Navigation Principles: An introduction to fundamental navigation concepts, including position fixing, dead reckoning, and electronic navigation aids.
• Chartwork and Pilotage: Techniques for navigation using charts, including plotting, course planning, and navigation in confined waters.
• Marine Radar: Understanding the use and operation of marine radar for navigation and collision avoidance.
• Automatic Identification System (AIS): An overview of AIS, its operation, and its use in navigation and collision avoidance.
• Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS): An in-depth look at GNSS, including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou, and their use in navigation.
• Navigation Electronics: An exploration of navigation electronics, including their installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Terrestrial Navigation: Techniques for navigation using terrestrial objects, including lighthouses, buoys, and shorelines.
• Navigation in Ice-Covered Waters: Navigation techniques and hazards associated with ice-covered waters.
• Emergency Navigation: Procedures and techniques for navigation in emergency situations, including navigation without electronic aids.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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