Module Details
| Module Code: |
NAUT6002 |
| Title: |
Intro to Bridge Watchkeeping
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Long Title:
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Introduction to Bridge Watchkeeping, Collision Regulations and Buoyage.
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| NFQ Level: |
Fundamental |
| Valid From: |
Semester 1 - 2013/14 ( September 2013 ) |
| Field of Study: |
5253 - Nautical Science
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| Module Description: |
The aim of this module is to introduce the learner to the knowledge, skills and techniques to participate in a ship’s Bridge Team. Students will learn how to integrate with the Bridge Team and assist in a junior capacity. They will be able to identify the most common shapes and lights that are included in the COLREGS, and state the actions that should be taken for simple collision avoidance.
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| Learning Outcomes |
| On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
| LO1 |
Discuss the role of a junior member of the Bridge Team during navigation |
| LO2 |
Outline the contents of the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea |
| LO3 |
Manoeuvre ship to avoid collision using ship simulation. |
| LO4 |
Identify buoyage in the IALA System A |
| LO5 |
Steer a ship using ship simulation |
| LO6 |
Transmit and receive messages using the International Code of Signals, morse signalling and Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP) |
| 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).
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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.
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Co-requisite Modules
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| 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.
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| Indicative Content |
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Bridge Watchkeeping Procedures
The make-up of a bridge team at various stages of the voyage in terms of hierarchy and roles. Duties of the lookout in particular.
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Definitions
Definitions of vessel, power-driven vessel, sailing vessel, engaged in fishing, seaplane, vessel not under command, vessel restricted in her ability to manoeuvre, constrained by her draft, underway, in sight of one another, restricted visibility. Lookout. Safe speed (COLREG 6, part A).
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Sound signals.
Manoeuvring signals for vessels in clear visibility.
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Traffic Separation Schemes.
The reason for IMO traffic separation schemes. Plan of a TSS including all parts. Duties of vessels joining, leaving, crossing and not using a TSS.
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International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) System A.
General direction of buoyage. Port and starboard hand buoys. Safe water mark. Isolated danger buoy. Cardinal marks. Special marks.
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International Code of Signals
Identify each code flag. Recognise and explain the meaning of the most common flag signals in use at sea and in port. Send and receive basic messages using morse code.
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Steering
Helm orders. Handing over the wheel to relief helmsman. Steering by gyro compass. Steering in pilotage area.
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Module Content & Assessment
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| Assessment Breakdown | % |
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| Coursework | 100.00% |
Assessments
| No End of Module Formal 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.
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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 |
Lecture |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Lab |
Contact |
Ship simulation |
Every Week |
1.00 |
1 |
| Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) |
Non Contact |
Study |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
| Total Hours |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Learner Workload |
7.00 |
| Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
| This module has no Part Time workload. |
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Module Resources
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| Recommended Book Resources |
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Nautical Institute. (2003), BRIDGE WATCHKEEPING: A Practical Guide, latest. all, Nautical Institute, London, [ISBN: 9780948691423].
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Klaas van Dokkum. (2007), The Colregs Guide, 2nd. All, Dokmar, Ijmuiden, Netherlands., p.All, [ISBN: 978-90-71500-04-6].
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International maritime Organisation (IMO). (1987), International Code of Signals, Latest. All, International Maritime Organisation, London, [ISBN: 92-801-1184-1].
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IMO. (2005), Bridge Procedures Guide, latest. [ISBN: 9781870077170].
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Nautical Institute. (1993), Bridge Watchkeeping, April 1993. All, Nautical Institute, London, p.All, [ISBN: NO ISBN].
| | This module does not have any article/paper resources |
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| Other Resources |
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Website, Nautical Institute. http://www.nautinst.org/.
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