Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SEAS-0113
Organization's ID:
NST 238
Organization:
Seafarers Harry Lundeberg School of Seamanship
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
1 week (35 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 2 Advanced Navigation, Nautical Science, or Maritime Technology
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide a licensed mariner with practical experience in the use of Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) equipment including power-up, adjustment, features, interpretation of display, recognizing errors, and responding to system alerts.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Cite the operational theory of Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS)
  • Turn on and adjust equipment
  • Interpret presentation and use in navigational planning
  • Cite techniques
  • Detect visual errors
  • Respond to alerts

General Topics:

  • Theory of operation
  • Equipment controls
  • Display features
  • Use of Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) in voyage planning and navigation
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Laboratory
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Case Studies
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials