Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SEAS-0130
Organization's ID:
NST 221
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
4 weeks (140 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 4 Maritime Operations and Technologies
Students may not receive credit for both this course and Rating Forming Part of Navigational Watch (NST 220) or Able Seaman (NST 221).
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide students with the required knowledge and application skills necessary to be certified as an Able Seaman in accordance with U.S. Code 46.CFR 12.05 and STCW code.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Assist in the navigation of a vessel
  • Perform deck-side maintenance
  • Assist in vessel cargo handling operations
  • Assist in mooring and anchoring
  • Conduct crew/vessel safety operations

General Topics:

  • Ship construction and terminology
  • Bridge equipment and instrumentation
  • Magnetic and gyro compasses
  • Bearings and fixes
  • Rules of the road - international and inland
  • Marlinespike seamanship
  • Anchoring
  • Mooring
  • Aids to navigation
  • Cargo equipment and cargo handling
  • Navigation
  • Paints and painting
  • A review of first aid, firefighting, and water survival
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
Supplemental Materials