Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SEAS-0123
Organization's ID:
NST 240
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
20 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 Magnetic and Gyro Compass or Earth Science
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to enable students to learn the theory and operation of the magnetic and gyro compass and its role in navigation.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Use principles and theory of magnetic and gyro compasses
  • Determine errors of magnetic and gyro-compasses using celestial and terrestrial means and allow for errors
  • Plan and conduct a passage
  • Determine position

General Topics:

  • Maritime topics developed by the International Maritime Organization
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
Supplemental Materials