Academics | Nautical Science
Course Code: PEN 2930
3 Credits - 45 Contact Hours
Course Overview:
The Sea|mester Nautical Science course consists of both theoretical and practical modules and gives a basic understanding of the knowledge that is required to be an active crew member on board a yacht, whether power or sail. More advanced modules are aimed at increasing a student’s nautical knowledge sufficiently to be a watchkeeper on board a bareboat yacht, or a flotilla skipper in fair weather, in daylight hours within sight of land.
Course Objectives:
Students will become safe boaters and be prepared to meet boating challenges. With this knowledge, they will have a lifelong source of recreation with safe, environmentally-friendly activities. Specific objectives include:
- Fundamentals of small boat handling
- Chart reading
- Rules of the road
- Rigging
- Safety and regulations
Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will possess the knowledge and ability to…
- Navigate a modern sea-going sailing vessel, using both traditional and modern methods
- Understand and be prepared for possible safety considerations related to ocean voyaging
- Show full understanding of world weather patterns, including ways to forecast and route for weather while voyaging
- Operate, understand and maintain all shipboard equipment, including the auxiliary propulsion systems, electronics and sailing gear
Academic Materials:
All required course materials are provided by Sea|mester throughout the voyage.
- (1) Chapman Piloting & Seamanship 67th Edition (Chapman Piloting, Seamanship and Small
Boat Handling) by Jonathan”Eaton (Sep 3, 2013) 920pp. ISBN10: 1588169618 - (2) Coastal Navigation (U.S. Sailing Certification) by Tom Cunliffe (Dec 1, 1995) 126 pp. ISBNQ
10: 0976226162. - (3) Basic Coastal Navigation: An Introduction to Piloting for Sail and Power by Frank J. Larkin
(Jan 25, 1998) 288 pp. ISBNQ10: 1574090526.