Study Guide

Objective

The student understands the basics of meteorology and ocean-ography and their effect on vessel operations.
The student knows how to use the meteorological instruments onboard and how to interpret the information obtained from them.
The student has knowledge of the characteristics of different weather systems and the procedures for reporting and recording.
The student is able to apply the available meteorological information.

Content

• The origins of the earth and the seas, geological development
• The composition and qualities of sea-water
• The composition and structure of the atmosphere
• The meteorological elements
• The physical qualities of air
• Clouds, precipitation, visibility, fog
• Heat balance
• Characteristics of various winds
• The circulation system of the atmosphere
• Air masses, fronts and frontal depressions
• Meteorological services for seafarers
• Tropical cyclones
• Weather-related information in the ship’s log

Evaluation scale

H-5

Qualifications

None