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.
Learning Options: Tutorials or Correspondence (See details below). Modules may be taken in any order but the sequence below is recommended.
Qualification: NZ Ocean Yachtmaster Certificate.
Prerequisites*: Current First Aid, RRTOC, & 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
2. Oral Testing
- Sextant use & errors
- Seamanship & safety
- Stability
- Heavy weather handling
- Passage making
- Master's responsibilities
- Legal knowledge
*Prerequisites apply only to those wishing to obtain the qualification. Courses and examinations may be taken at any time, but the certificate can only be awarded when all prerequisites are met.
Ocean Yachtmaster tutorials
Learn from an experienced Coastguard tutor at one of the delivery sites throughout the country.
Price: Tutorial fees are variable throughout the country. Please obtain a quote from the venue of your choice. Examination fees $220 -include astro-navigation, general knowledge , and oral testing.
Timetable: Please see the timetable below for details.
OCEAN YACHTMASTER CORRESPONDENCE
Available from Ian Webb, nationwide delivery.
Cost: $280 (Both papers) plus optional exam fees.
Phone: (04) 235 6822.
Email: ian.webb@xtra.co.nz.
Web: www.manukau.ac.nz/maritime.
Post: 33 Thimble Lane, Whitby, Porirua.
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