This course combines the original
works of Junior Navigator and Navigator and applies the sciences of
cartography and astronomy to set a course and determine a position at
sea. Emphasis is placed on "how" to navigate and, with basic math and
calculator skills, the student will have little difficulty. Ideally,
the student will require the use of Bowditch and a Star Finder. (These
items must be ordered
separately). The student will also require a scientific hand-held
calculator with trigonometric capability. Course
content: Use of the sextant, electronic navigation, the Nautical
Almanac, sight reduction by formula and scientific calculator, the
Pilot and Great Circle charts and much, much more.
CELESTIAL
NAVIGATION
