Aim: To teach powerboating up to the standard required to complete a short coastal passage by day.
- Theory - Planning a day cruise
Navigation
True and magnetic bearings
Bearing and distance
Chart symbols
Tidal diamonds and tidal streams
Use of pilot books
Position lines
Use of marina locks
Latitude and longitude
The principles of GPS
Sources of forecast information and the interpretation of forecasts
Tidal heights at secondary ports
Use a plotting instrument and plot a course to steer (CTS)
Work out tidal heights for standard pors using a tidal curve
Interpret Lateral and Cardinal buoyage
Implement IRPCS, in particular rules 5,7,8,9,12-19,23
Use GPS waypoint navigation and determine XTE, SOG, COG, BTW, DTW
Use a laminated chart afloat
Use pilotage to enter an unfamiliar port by day
Explain how to make a VHF emergency call Practical
The importance of protective clothing and safety equipment
The minimum level of equipment for the boat
Considerations of equipment required for longer passages
Correct stowage of equipment
Effect of waves
Rougher conditions
Awareness of other water users
Mooring stern-to between posts or Med style
Demonstrate awareness of wind and tide
Moor alongside, in a marina berth
Demonstrate the use of an appropriate lenght of kill cord at all times
Demonstrate a practical application of techniques for pilotage in local waters
The need for pre-planning, including advice in the event of having to return at night
Apply the lessons learnt in the theory section and successfully complete a practical passage
Fix position by traditional and electronic means
Techniques for picking up a man overboard in differing conditions
Pick up a man overboard
