Objective: This course prepares the participant for watch keeping duties and provides the platform for the Coastal Masters.
Topics/Modules:
- Chart Reading
- Calculating Compass Error
- Ship handling, Cargo handling
- Simple Stability Terms
- Fire Fighting Apparatus
- Lifeboats – Handling & Equipment
- Dry docking
- Distress signals
- General Seamanship
- Emergency Procedures
- Collision Regulations
- Basic Safety Training
- Ship Security Awareness
Duration: 4 Weeks
Marking Scheme:
- Written Examination – 1 ½ Hours ( 70% Pass Rate)
- Oral Examination – 1 Hour (90% Pass Rate)
Equipment Needed:
- Navigation Charts
- Parallel Ruler
- Divider
- Protractor
- Sextant
- No.2 Pencils
- Tide Table
Certification Offered:
Certification of Merit issued by MatPal Marine Institute
Licence for this course is issued by the Maritime Administration Department of Guyana based on participant successfully passing examination as set out by MARAD
Pre-requisite: An Applicant must be the holder of a Boat Master III Licence.
