Course Description
The Day Skipper (shorebased) theory course can be attended by those who would like to progress to being able to skipper a yacht in coastal areas. A comprehensive introduction to the basics of seamanship. Invaluable for learning how to start making decisions on board and if you are considering taking the Day Skipper practical course. Course content; Seamanship Coastal navigation and pilotage Chartwork Electronic charts Position fixing Plotting a course to steer Weather forecasting and meteorology Tides Collision regulations
Course Prerequisites and Requirements
Prerequisites
Some practical experience on sailing or motor vessels is desirable.
No previous navigation experience is required.
Requirements
The duration of the course is 40 Hours plus home study and 3 hours for Assessments.
A certificate is awarded on successful completion of the course.
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Documentation
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ColRegs (International Rules for Preventing Collisions at Sea) 1972 incorporating the 2003 Amendments
Colregs Supplement Jan 2016