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YACHT OOW GENERAL SHIP KNOWLEDGE (STCW 95 II/1)

Course code YOGSK
Duration 5 Days
Approvals MCA
Assessment Written 2.5 hour examination. Pass Mark is 60%
Teaching Methods Classroom based, guided study

Course Description

The course is divided into four sections:

  1. Ship Construction
  2. Stability
  3. Meteorology
  4. Seamanship

The following topics are covered:

  • Methods of yacht construction and local stresses due to static and dynamic loading
  • Bilge-pumping systems
  • The functions of classification societies
  • Basic principles of hydrostatics and related terms
  • The concept of initial stability
  • Global and local meteorological effects
  • Meteorological instruments and weather information
  • The principles for safe navigational watchkeeping  
  • Safe Working Practises
  • International Code of Signals

Booking a Course

Please contact the course administrator if you require more information about this course:

Julie Neilon
Telephone: +44 (0)1489 556217
Fax: +44 (0)1489 576908
E-mail: julie.neilon@solent.ac.uk|  

Find out more about application and booking on the Course Application and Booking| page.

Course Availability

YACHT OOW GENERAL SHIP KNOWLEDGE (STCW 95 II/1)
Start Date

19-MAR-2012
Places
Available

12
Number on
waiting list

0
Fees for
EU Residents

£945
Fees for
Overseas Residents

£945
12-NOV-2012 15 0 £945 £945

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