MNS 1206 Bridge Watchkeeeping

Course Description
This professional course encompasses critical areas of maritime operations. Topics include preparing for sea, watchkeeping in pilotage and coastal waters, managing inland and ocean passages, and navigating during reduced visibility conditions. Participants will also learn about pilot boarding and discharge procedures, error management, collision avoidance techniques, and the importance of meticulous record-keeping. Through rigorous instruction and practical scenarios, this course equips individuals with the expertise and skills necessary for safe and efficient maritime navigation and operation.

Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, a student can:

• Demonstrate and apply theoretical and practical knowledge of Bridge Watchkeeping for safe navigation at sea.
• Demonstrate the theoretical knowledge of basic ship maneuvering principles and procedures.
• Evaluate data and information relating to Bridge Watchkeeping and Ship Manoeuvring.
• Execute navigation (operational) tasks in a team environment.