Course Lesson Plan

1.0 Lesson Plan

Module I - Navigation Rules of the Road

Part A – General
Section I – Conduct of Vessels in Any Condition of Visibility
Section II – Conduct of Vessels in Any Condition of Visibility
Section III – Conduct of Vessels in Restricted Visibility
Part C – Light s and Shapes
Part D – Sound and Light Signals
Differences between International and U.S. Inland Rules of the Road

Module II - Deck Safety

Fire Fighting
Marine Engine Operations
Marine Radiotelephone
Lifesaving Equipment
Pollution Prevention
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Module III - Deck General

Basic Seamanship
Characteristics of Weather systems
Ship Handling
Emergency Procedures
Maritime Law

Module IV - Piloting and General Navigation

Piloting
Compasses
Plotting
Tides and Currents
Approaches to Anchorages and Harbors
Electronic Navigation Equipment