REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant sections of State and Territory maritime regulations NSCV and USL Code

Principles and procedures of navigation and coastal passage planning including contingency planning

Information required to develop a typical effective coastal passage plan

Procedures for storing and handling navigational charts nautical publications and related documentation in serviceable condition

Common methods of time measurement

Methods used to approximate to the shape of the earth

Procedures for calculating DR and EP due to current tides and wind and course to steer

Principles and procedures for fixing a vessels position

Procedures for converting one set of coordinates to another

Common astronomical phenomena 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 relevant published data and information when planning and conducting a voyage including calculation of errors due to common navigational approximations

Errors in common position fixing systems and their effect on observed positions

Methods for controlling vessel speed and direction

Constant rate of turn techniques

Manoeuvring and engine characteristics for vessels within limits of responsibility of a Master taking into account all relevant navigational hazards including stopping distances and turning circles at various draughts speeds and loading

Effects on vessel handling of wind currents and bottom topography

Typical manoeuvring problems for vessels up to metres in length on coastal voyages taking into account all relevant navigational hazards and appropriate action and solutions

Manoeuvring procedures in and near traffic separation schemes and vessel traffic service areas

Vessel reporting systems and their application when planning and conducting a voyage

Maritime communication techniques including use of standard maritime terms

TDMMHB PLAN AND CONDUCT A COASTAL PASSAGE AND DETERMINE POSITION OF VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER

TDMMH607B PLAN AND CONDUCT A COASTAL PASSAGE AND DETERMINE POSITION OF VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER 4

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

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

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

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

Planning and navigating a passage for a vessel of less than metres

Correct a magnetic compass directionreading for variation and deviation

Correct a gyro compass direction for gyro errors

TDMMHB PLAN AND CONDUCT A COASTAL PASSAGE AND DETERMINE POSITION OF VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER

TDMMH607B PLAN AND CONDUCT A COASTAL PASSAGE AND DETERMINE POSITION OF VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER 4

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, , the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to

a

Plan the passage of a vessel of less than metres in length within inshore limits nm and less than metres within ACMW nm on a coastal voyage taking into account all relevant navigational hazards

b

Fix the position of a vessel within coastal waters using all acceptable methods

c

Identify typical navigational hazards and make due allowance for them when planning a coastal voyage

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

a

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

b

Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when

planning and conducting a coastal passage

identifying and evaluating navigation problems and determining appropriate navigational solutions

identifying and implementing improvements to coastal voyage planning and navigation procedures

interpreting and applying information derived from navigational equipment and systems

applying precautions relevant to coastal voyage planning and navigation

fixing the position of the vessel in a coastal area

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace and regulatory procedures including

relevant maritime regulations

reporting of vessels position route and navigational contingencies

job procedures and navigational instructions

use of relevant nautical publications and charts

procedures for the storage of nautical publications and charts

d

e

Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail

f

Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions among crew and others

TDMMHB PLAN AND CONDUCT A COASTAL PASSAGE AND DETERMINE POSITION OF VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER

TDMMH607B PLAN AND CONDUCT A COASTAL PASSAGE AND DETERMINE POSITION OF VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER 4

Context of assessment

a

Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations

b

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation

As a minimum assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate writtenoral examinations and

Appropriate practical assessment must occur

i

at the registered training organisation andor

ii

on an appropriate working or training vessel

Specificresources required for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to

a

plan a simulated coastal passage and conduct navigation using an appropriate marine simulator covering simulated coastal areas and across an appropriate range of navigational hazards andor

b

assist in the planning and conduct of an actual passage for a commercial vessel of less than metres in length within inshore limits nm and less than metres within ACMW nm in coastal areas and across an appropriate range of navigational hazards

VARIABLE

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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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c

Navigation may occur in conditions of:

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clear visibility using visual navigational techniques

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Instrumentation and equipment used for navigation and fixing a vessel's position may include:

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The use of navigational aids to assist safe navigation may include:

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Position fixing techniques may include:

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Documentation and records may include:

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Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

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