Module Details

Module Code: NAUT8010
Title: Navigation Management
Long Title: Navigation Management & Passage Planning
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2024/25 ( September 2024 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5253 - Nautical Science
Module Delivered in: 3 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides the learner with the knowledge and skills required to fulfil the position as a senior navigating officer aboard ship, to conduct the ship in restricted waters and port approaches, and manage a bridge team in critical circumstances. It meets the requirements of the relevant DOT syllabus for Chief Mate/Master for ships of 3000 GT and over, and the provisions of STCW 78, as amended. This module incorporates the DOT Navigation Aids and Equipment Simulator Training Course - Management Level (NAEST - M)
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Plan a passage in coastal and restricted waters using all normal sources of information and organise the orders and instructions to navigational team to safely and successfully execute the passage.
LO2 Analyse and assess complex traffic situations using radar and other aids, including Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS), successfully and safely manage scenarios.
LO3 Organise and manage a bridge team in various situations, including with a pilot aboard and search and rescue operations
LO4 Analyse and critically comment on sources of navigational information. VTS and other traffic control schemes.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
Learners must comply with the regulations of the Irish Department of Transport regarding eligibility for examination for Chief Mate for ships of 3000 GT or over, or equivalent.
 
Indicative Content
Coastal Passage and Harbour Entry
A full and thorough knowledge of all aspects of navigation in coastal and confined waters; navigational techniques and procedures for monitoring the ship’s passage; dangers; weather, tides and currents, under keel clearance.
Master's Responsibilities
The master’s responsibilities in pilotage waters with or without a pilot; Master Pilot Exchange; emergencies and other unexpected occurrences; port regulations and procedures. IAMSAR Manual. Search and Rescue coordination, responsibilities and techniques.
Safety of Navigation
Conduct of vessel in various navigation scenarios. Master’s responsibilities for safe navigation; reporting schemes and procedures; nautical publications required by IMO and national regulations.
Bridge Procedures
A full and comprehensive understanding of bridge organisation and resource management in all circumstances.
Navigational information and Traffic Management
Sources of navigational information of all types inc publications. Master’s responsibilities, Function and purpose of VTS, information and advice from VTS.
Electronic Navigation Resources
Merits of Radar, including ARPA, as a navigational aid and as a collision avoidance system. Selection and use of other navigational equipment and data including ECDIS, as appropriate.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination80.00%
Special Regulation
This module must be submitted and approved by the Irish Maritime Administration

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 20
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
Simulation Exercises
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 80
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Exam style questions
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Theory Every Week 3.00 3
Lab Contact Simulator Exercise Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Study Every Week 1.00 1
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 6.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Witherby. (2016), ECDIS PASSAGE PLANNING AND WATCHKEEPING, Witherby, [ISBN: 9781856099790].
  • Witherbys Seamanship International. (2006), Advanced Navigation, [ISBN: 978-1-905331-15-4].
  • Witherbys Seamanship International. (2006), Navigation for Masters, [ISBN: 978-1-85609-271-5].
  • Nautical Institute. (2006), Passage Planning Principles, [ISBN: 978-1-85609-322-4].
  • Nautical Institute. (2006), Passage Planning Practice, [ISBN: 978-1-85609-323-1].
  • Dr A Norris. (2008), Radar and AIS Vol 1, [ISBN: 978 1 870077 95 8].
  • Daire Brunicardi. (2012), Radar and AIS for Watchkeeping Officers, [ISBN: 9781849270274].
  • International Maritime Organisation. (2022), IAMSAR Vol 3, IMO, [ISBN: 928011736X].
  • International Maritime Organisation. (2002), IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases, IMO, [ISBN: 9789280142].
  • International Maritime Organisation. (2021), Bridge Watchkeeping, IMO, [ISBN: 9781906915].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
This module does not have any other resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_SNASC_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nautical Science 1 Elective
CR_SNSCI_8 Certificate in Nautical Science 1 Group Elective 1
CR_SNSCI_8 Certificate in Nautical Science 2 Group Elective 1