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AB to Mate

STB-BAS

Stability Basic
Length 5 Days
Approval USCG/STCW
Location Onsite or Offsite
Training Method Lecture
Simulation None
Equipment None
 
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Course Description

This course is required for all Able Seamen upgrading to 3rd/2nd Mate. It provides students with a basic understanding of ship stability and construction.

Course Subjects

  • Displacement
  • Buoyancy
  • Fresh Water Allowance
  • Statical Stability
  • Initial Stability
  • Statical Stability Curves
  • Movement of Center of Gravity
  • List and Correction
  • Slack Tanks and Free Surface Effect
  • Trim
  • Actions in Event of Partial Loss of Intact Buoyancy
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