Study Guide

Objective

STCW- Code: Table A-II/1
The student
• has the skills in navigation and seamanship required for the competency for functioning as a look-out on the bridge.
• knows how to use the International Code of Signals.

Content

The student knows
• nautical charts, their characteristics and symbols.
• the buoyage system, coordinate system, conversion of courses and easier bearings in connection with chart work.
• the deviation and variation of a magnetic compass
• the International Code of Signals
• visual signalling

Location and time

2.nov 20.nov

Teaching methods

Lectures and exercises in the classroom and/or project-based learning. Practical exercises onboard a vessel can also be used as a method of instruction.

Exam schedules

12.nov

Completion alternatives

Written examination or a practical test onboard a vessel. Possible assignments completed.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

• 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

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

• Demonstrates consistent concepts and knowledge base in the field of familiarity
• Evaluate and limit the need for information
• Work well in professional tasks and situations
• Work in multicultural environments
• Work safely
• Work consistently with the ecological principles of the profession
• Organize your own and group activities consistently

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

• Expertly use industry concepts and information
• Evaluate and use different sources of information
• Apply the knowledge base in professional varied / challenging tasks with expertise
• To act in different positions, in different operating environments.
• To act independently and responsibly in a professional situation
• Act with safety in mind
• To justify the activity in accordance with the ecological principles of the profession
• To organize your own and the group's activities in a professional manner

Qualifications

None