REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant sections of IMO STCW Convention and Code and AMSA Marine Orders applicable for vessels of gross tonnage and over

Relevant sections of IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code and AMSA Marine Orders applicable for vessels of 500gross tonnage and over

Common methods of time measurement

Methods used to approximate to the shape of the earth

Procedures for fixing a celestial objects position with reference to a horizonbased system of coordinates

Procedures for converting on set of coordinates to another

Common astronomical phenomena as described in the Nautical Almanac including the phases of the moon twilight solar eclipses lunar eclipses visible sunriseset tabulated times for sunriseset theoretical sunriseset

Procedures for the calculation of the height of tide for a given time at any place listed using tide tables

Procedures for the use of Nautical Almanac data and information when planning and conducting a voyage including calculation of errors due to common navigational approximations

Equilibrium theory of tides for the major tide raising constituents

Typical errors in common position fixing systems and their effect on observed positions

Requirements for effective passage planning including contingency planning

Information required for a typical effective passage plan

Ordering procedures for navigational charts nautical publications and related documentation

Procedures for filing and maintaining navigational charts nautical publications and related documentation in serviceable condition

Vessel reporting systems and their use in planning and conducting a voyage

Special techniques required for navigation in high latitudes

Maritime communication techniques including issuing of helm and engine orders and tug communications

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use verbal communication skills required when planning and navigating a passage within limits of responsibility of a Master Unlimited

Read and interpret charts and other published information relevant to planning and navigating a passage within limits of responsibility of a Master Unlimited

Read and interpret instrument and equipment readings and indications relevant to planning and navigating a passage within limits of responsibility of a Master Unlimited

Complete any required operational records

Work safely and collaboratively with others when planning and navigating a passage

Select and use relevant equipment required when planning and navigating a passage as per standard operating procedures

Recognise faulty equipment and readings and take appropriate action as per standard operating procedures

Recognise problems that may be experienced when planning and navigating a passage and take appropriate action

Adapt to differences in vessels equipment and related standard operating procedures

Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel within limits of responsibility of a Master Unlimited

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

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Work must be carried out:

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Work is performed:

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Work involves:

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Work requires:

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Vessel may include:

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Voyages to be planned and conducted may include:

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Navigation may occur in conditions of:

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clear visibility using visual navigational techniques

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Position fixing techniques may include:

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Documentation and recordsmay include:

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Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

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