Bridge & Navigation

Position-fixing using celestial bodies and the principles of nautical astronomy.

Principles of stability, trim and draft calculations for safe loading and operation.

Damage-stability principles and subdivision requirements for casualty situations.

Interpreting weather and ocean conditions for safe and efficient voyage planning.

Introduction to DP systems, references and their safe operation.

Advanced DP operations, redundancy and fault handling in simulation.

Safe navigation techniques for ice-covered and high-latitude waters.

Basic training for officers on ships operating in polar waters.

Radar navigation, target plotting and use of ARPA for effective collision avoidance.

Advanced competencies for the safe operation of ships in polar waters.