REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Applicable sections of relevant maritime regulations codes and conventions

Principles and procedures of weather forecasting using information obtained from observations charts satellite images reports and instruments including

a

vertical division of the atmosphere

b

air masses and fronts

c

cloud classifications

d

heat exchange process

e

synoptic chart analysis

f

pressure systems cold and warm fronts

g

cyclones storms and gales

h

tropical meteorology

i

ocean currents

j

weather data provided by shipboard instruments

k

sea state

l

tide prediction

m

use of tide tables

Basic principles and procedures for making meteorological and oceanographic measurements using appropriate instruments and interpreting and deciphering the results

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

Procedures for making a wave forecast

Procedures for predicting topographical effects on wind flow

Effects on navigation and vessel handling of wind currents and bottom topography

Typical problems in the forecasting of weather and oceanographic information and appropriate action and solutions

Sources of weather and oceanographic reports and methods for their interpretation

Procedures for the application of forecast of likely weather and ocean conditions to vessel operations

Procedures to be followed during gale conditions and cyclones including the means of securing a vessel in a cyclone

Procedures for filing and handling weather and oceanographic reports records of observations and instrument readings

Maritime communication techniques

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use relevant communication skills required when collecting and interpreting weather and oceanographic data and applying it to the navigation of a vessel within limits of responsibility of a Master Unlimited

Read interpret and apply weather information and oceanographic reports

Read and interpret standard procedures for making meteorological and oceanographic measurements using appropriate instruments and interpreting and deciphering the results

Observe interpret and forecast weather and oceanographic conditions within limits of responsibility of a Master Unlimited

Complete any required records of observations and forecasts

Work collaboratively with others when interpreting and applying weather and oceanographic information to navigation

Select and use relevant instruments and equipment as per instructions

Recognise problems that may occur when interpreting and applying weather information to navigation and take appropriate action

Adapt to differences in vessels equipment and standard operating procedures

Interpret and apply weather information within limits of responsibility of a Master Unlimited

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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify any problems that may arise when forecasting weather and oceanographic conditions in accordance with statutory requirements and company procedures

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 and communication with others

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

Specific resources required for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to

a

participate in a range of suitably simulated practical and knowledge assignments and exercises that demonstrate the ability to collect appropriate weather and oceanographic data from observations charts satellite images reports and basic measurements and make forecasts of local weather and oceanographic conditions andor

b

collect weather and oceanographic data from observations charts satellite images reports and basic measurements and make forecasts of local weather and oceanographic conditions when on an operational commercial or training vessel

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

VARIABLE

a.

Work must be carried out:

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b.

Work is performed:

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Work involves:

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Vessel may include:

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Sources of weather and oceanographic data may include:

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Instruments may include:

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VARIABLE

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Instruments may include:

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instruments for measuring sea swell height, direction and period

d

Meteorological and oceanographic parameters may include:

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Documentation and recordsmay include:

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f

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

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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.

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Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

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b

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d

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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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b

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