Course Details
- When: Thur 28 July 1830 hrs – 2130 hrs, Fri 29 July 1830 hrs – 2130 hrs, Sun 31 0900 hrs – 1700 hrs.
- An entry level navigation course designed to give you a firm foundation in practical navigation and seamanship. The course covers traditional skills such as buoyage, tides and passage planning as well as the latest in GPS and electronic systems.
Syllabus
- Chart information and symbols
- Publications
- Use of navigation instruments
- Chart work
- Variation deviation
- Lights
- Hazards
- Taking and plotting fixes
- Satellite navigation – GPS
- Safety procedures
Duration: Thur 28 July 1830 hrs – 2130 hrs, Fri 29 July 1830 hrs – 2130 hrs, Sun 31 0900 hrs – 1700 hrs.
Cost: $470 per person
What to bring:
- Plotter or plotter kit*
- Dividers*
- RYA Training chart 5*
- Two soft 2B pencils
- Pencil sharpener
- Eraser
- Notepad and pens
* Must be pre-ordered at least 2 weeks prior during booking. Contact the office if you require assitance.
Other Courses
This course will enable a person to safely and confidently navigate the Australian Coastal Waters. If you are looking for on-water sailing training, take a look at our Keelboat Courses Start Crewing, Start Helming & Start Skippering.