•   Navigational Aids: ECDIS MM14O110-3003 02.11.2020-22.12.2020  1.5 credits  (MMC19D-Å, ...) +-
    Competence objectives of the study unit
    The student
    • is able to determine the vessel’s position with the help of electronic navigational aids.
    • understands the structure of ECDIS.
    • knows the errors and limitations of the ECDIS systems as well as their levels of accuracy in giving positions
    • knows different kinds of electronic navigational charts, their configuration and pros and cons.
    • has skills in using satellite positioning systems and elec-tronic navigational charts.
    • knows the operational aspects of AIS.
    • knows the operational aspects of VDR.
    Prerequisites
    Navigational Aids: GNSS, compasses and steering
    Terrestrial Navigation B
    Content of the study unit
    • Different satellite positioning systems and electronic navigational charts
    • Levels of accuracy of the systems
    • Deficiencies and errors
    • The configuration of electronic navigational charts
    • AIS and VDR
    • Exercises in using the instruments
    Name of lecturer(s)

    Petteri Niittymäki

    Learning methods

    E-learning. Lectures and exercises in the classroom.
    Exercises in using the instruments

    Teaching language

    English

    Timing

    02.11.2020 - 22.12.2020

    Enrollment date range

    01.08.2020 - 01.11.2020

    Group(s)
    • MMC19D-Å
    • MMC17U-Å
    • MMC18D-Å
    • MMC20D-Å
    • MM14U-Å
    • MMC16U-Å
    • MM15U-Å
    • ÖH20MM-Å
    Seats

    1 - 30

    Responsible unit

    Faculty of Technology and Seafaring

    Teachers and responsibilities

    Lasse Lusto, Jani Lampiola

    Degree Programme(s)

    Degree Programme in Maritime Management, Captain, Degree Programme in Maritime Management

    Campus

    Åbo, Hertig Johans parkgata 21

    Assessment scale

    Approved/Rejected

    Alternative methods of attainment for implementation

    Written examination and assignments passed.

    Exam dates and retake possibilities

    4.dec

    Timing and attendance

    2.nov 22.dec

    Student's schedule and workload

    5 days

    Assessment criteria
    Approved / Failed

    • Demonstrates familiarity with core material and concepts
    • Correctly use single industry concepts
    • Find information for a single situation
    • Distinguishes everyday information from the data studied
    • Acting in professional situations demonstrates familiarity with their professional field
    • Shows that you have achieved your core competence goals
    • Work safely
    • Act in accordance with the ecological principles of the profession
    • Organize your own and group activities