Module Details

Module Code: NAUT6012
Title: Bridge Watchkeeping - wp
Long Title: Bridge Watchkeeping - work placement
NFQ Level: Fundamental
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 is a workplacement module and covers the STCW 95 requirements for Navigation Watch Ratings. The Learner works alongside the ship's officers on the Bridge during the voyage cycle.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Perform the duties of the Bridge lookout
LO2 Steer the ship using gyro and magnetic compasses at sea and during pilotage
LO3 Operate the Bridge controls
LO4 Outline the procedures on receipt of a distress message
LO5 Participate as a team member during an emergency exercise
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.
This is a work placement module which is conducted on board ship. Learners cannot proceed to sea unless they have successfully completed NAUT6035 Seafarer Basic Safety Training and possess a Seafarer Medical Certificate (ENG 11)
 
Indicative Content
Lookout duties
Reporting sounds, lights or other objects in points or degrees. Responsibilities of the lookout. Identify aids to navigation including lighthouses, beacons and buoys. Recognise distress or emergency signals. Recognise and report GMDSS alarms (and other alarms)
Helmsman
Handing over the wheel. Helm orders. Steering by magnetic compass. Steering by gyro compass. Steering with Pilot on board. Emergency steering. Changeover from automatic steering to manual and vice versa. Compass cards.
Bridge controls
Check bridge steering control equipment, communication systems and other navigation aids before leaving port. Test internal communications and alarm systems. Use correct protocol in communications with VHF/UHF radio telephones.
Distress
Operation of EPIRB and SART. Pyrotechnic distress signals. Operation of distress rockets, flares and other pyrotechnics.
Emergency exercises
Participate as a team member during an abandon ship drill, fire drill, man overboard drill.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,3
Assessment Description
The activity will be carried out under the guidance of a qualified officer. The written report will be verified by the Training Officer and submitted to NMCI for assessment
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 25
Timing Week 10 Learning Outcomes 2
Assessment Description
verified and assessed on board by the Training Officer - steering certificate must be submitted to NMCI for verification
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 25
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 4
Assessment Description
The written report will be verified by the Training Officer and submitted to NMCI for assessment
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 25
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
The activity will be carried out under the guidance of a qualified officer during a routine drill/exercise. The written report will be verified by the Training Officer and submitted to NMCI for assessment
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

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
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Work placement Every Week 5.70 5.69999980926514
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) Contact supervision of work placement Every Week 1.30 1.29999995231628
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 1.30
This module has no Part Time workload.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Nautical Institute,. (2003), Bridge Watchkeeping, 2nd. All, Nautical Institute, [ISBN: 9781870077170].
  • IMO. (2011), International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978, 2011 Edition. IMO, [ISBN: 978-92-801-15284].
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_MSMAN_6 Certificate in Seamanship 1 Mandatory
CR_SNASC_6 Higher Certificate in Science in Nautical Studies 1 Mandatory