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Nov 23, 2024
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NS 1151 - Navigation 13 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
Theory, principles and procedures of ship navigation and movements. Nautical astronomy, oceanographic factors, piloting, celestial navigation, celestial sights, and other navigational methods. Discusses the rules and procedures governing naval transits. (prereq: Non-NROTC students require consent of department chair)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Understand the rules and regulations governing maritime travel
- Demonstrate knowledge of different tools and platforms used to navigate at sea
- Understanding of lights and signals used to communicate with other vessels
- Demonstrate an ability to effectively fix position and navigate in a variety of depths of water
Course Topics
- Rules of the road
- Navy publications and references
- Buoys and lights
- Radar and its uses
- Charting
- Celestial navigation
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