Module Details

Module Code: NAUT8009
Title: Navigation Instrumentation
Long Title: Navigation Instrumentation
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2013/14 ( September 2013 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 5253 - Nautical Science
Module Delivered in: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides the learner with the theoretical and practical knowledge of magnetic compasses and the necessary magnetic compensation and adjustment on board steel built vessels, gyroscopic theory and its relevence to the construction of gyro compasses and automatic pilots. Learners will gain an in-depth appreciation of the principles, accuracy and errors of electronic navigation systems including marine radar and collision avoidance systems as required by the International Maritime Organisation.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Analyse the causes and extent of the forces causing deviation to the ships compass.
LO2 Determine the appropriate corrections to make to a ship's magnetic compass
LO3 Apply gyroscopic theory to commercial marine gyro compasses and other appropriate marine instruments and control systems
LO4 Evaluate the use of shipboard speed, distance and depth measurement systems
LO5 Assess the use of navigation positioning systems
LO6 Appraise the use of marine radar systems and associated collision avoidance systems.
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.
None
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.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Magnetic Compass
Magnetism and the theoretical concepts of ships magnetism in the upright and heeled positions.
Compass Adjustment
Theoretical knowledge of compass adjustment and full compensation and/or tentative adjustment of a ships magnetic compass
The Gyroscopic Compass
The application of gyroscopic theory to modern commercial gyro compasses and control systems
Speed and Distance Measuring Systems
Principle of operation of speed and distance measuring systems including operational errors, and IMO specifications.
Depth Measuring Systems
Principles and operation of echo recording devices including errors and IMO specifications.
Electronic Position Determination Systems
Principles and operation of Position Determination Systems, both satellite and ground based, errors and limitations of such systems, IMO specifications.
Vessel Identification and Tracking Systems
Automatic Identification Systems, both short and long range, the use of such systems in vessel monitoring and tracking and in collision avoidance
Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems
IHO specifications for ECDIS, other electronic navigation charting systems, the regulations governing the managment and use of such systems
Marine Radar and ARPA
The principles of radar, range and bearing discrimination, radar range, quality of the display, errors. Automatic Radar Plotting Aids. IMO radar and ARPA specifications.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework20.00%
End of Module Formal Examination80.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 4,5
Assessment Description
Applies to electronic navigation section
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Applies to compass section
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 80
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5,6
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final Examination
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 4.50 4.5
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self study Every Week 2.50 2.5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.50
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Klinkert J. (1976), Compass Wise, 1st. All, Brown Son & Ferguson, glasgow, [ISBN: 0851742521].
  • A. Frost. (1982), Marine Gyro Compasses for Ships Officers, 1st. All, Brown son & Ferguson, Glasgow, [ISBN: 0 85174 426 5].
  • Tetley & Calcutt. (2001), Electronic Aids to Navigation, latest. All, Edward Arnold, London, [ISBN: 0 340 54380 9].
  • Daire Brunicardi,. Radar and AIS for Watchkeeping Officers, [ISBN: 9781849270274].
  • Bole, A.G.. (2005), Radar and ARPA Manual, latest. all, Butterworth and Heinmann, [ISBN: 0750608188].
  • International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO). (2009), Ships and Marine Technology - Marine magnetic compasses, binnacles and azimuth reading devices, first. ISO.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • IMO. (2008), Performance Standards for Shipborne Radiocommunications and Navigational Equipment.
  • Andy Norris. (2008), Radar and AIS, 1st. Nautical Institute, London, [ISBN: 1870077954].
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 Mandatory
CR_SNSCI_8 Certificate in Nautical Science 1 Mandatory