Ocean Yachtmaster
An advanced course covering ocean navigation and passage making, for skippers and crew intending to race offshore or cruise to overseas destinations.
Aim: To gain advanced ocean navigation and passage making knowledge.
Duration: 72 Hours.
Qualification: NZ Ocean Yachtmaster Certificate.
Prerequisites: Current First Aid, MROC & NZ Coastal Skipper Certificates, 400 hours proven sea-time, with 50 hours beyond harbour limits and at least 72 hours continuous time at least 30 miles off-shore.
Modules:
1. Ocean Navigation
- The earth & the celestial sphere
- The PZX triangle
- The sextant
- Measurement of time
- Meridian altitudes
- Sun, star, & other sights
- Compass checking
- Satellite navigation systems
- Great circle sailing
- Meteorology
- Passage planning
- Communications
2. Oral Testing
- Sextant use & errors
- Seamanship & safety
- Stability
- Heavy weather handling
- Passage making
- Master's responsibilities
- Legal knowledge
Ocean Yachtmaster Tutorials
Learn from an experienced tutor at one of our many education centres throughout the country.
Price: Tutorial fees are variable throughout the country. Please obtain a quote from the venue of your choice. Assessment fee includes astro-navigation, general knowledge and oral testing.
Timetable: Please see the timetable below for details.
Ocean Yachtmaster Home Study
Now you can learn in the comfort of your own home at your own pace. Ideal for people who cannot attend a Ocean Yachtmaster course due to a restricted schedule or geographical location.
The Ocean Yachtmaster assessment is only available within New Zealand.
Includes: Ocean Yachtmaster Manual, Tables, Study Guide, Pro-formas and Plotting Sheets, RYA G36 Manual of Seamanship, RYA G33 Weather Handbook and Mock Exam.
Available from Coastguard Boating Education, nationwide delivery.
Price: $530 (includes assessment fee and 3 hours remote tutor assistance)
Phone: 0800 40 80 90
Email: info@cbes.org.nz
Office: 165 Westhaven Drive, Westhaven, Auckland
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