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Course Description
This course is required for all Able Seamen
upgrading to 3rd Mate/2nd Mate. It covers the
theory and practical use of electronic navigational
aids. Possible errors and limitations are
stressed along with methods of resolving position
ambiguity.
Course Subjects
- Basic Principles
- GPS
- Loran-C
- Omega/Decca
- Radio Direction Finders
- Echo Sounders
- Speed Logs
- Radar Navigation
- ECDIS
- Navigation Software
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