Module Details

Module Code: NAUT8002
Title: Advanced Seamanship
Long Title: Advanced Seamanship
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: 3 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides the learner with the avdvanced know-how, and essential skills to control, maneuvre and navigate a variety of ship types in critical situations. It includes the full scope of IRPCS, IALA Buoyage, IAMSAR procedures and practical ship manoeuvering, all in the context of full-mission bridge simulation at STCW management level. It also combines the leaners knowledge of management and administration of merchant vessels at STCW management level.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Appraise the role of the IRPCS in collision avoidance and choose the appropriate course of action to resolve a potential collision crisis.
LO2 Recognise the complete range of lights, shapes and fog signals prescribed in the IRPCS, and by IALA
LO3 Evaluate the responses necessary for the safe operation, management and administration of merchant vessels
LO4 Appraise the role of the On Scene Co-Ordinator in a SAR operation
LO5 Execute standard and emergency shiphandling manoeuvers
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.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
IRPCS
Detailed knowledge and understanding of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
IALA
Detailed knowledge and understanding of the IALA Maritime Buoyage System
SAR
Detailed knowledge and understanding of IAMSAR search and rescue procedures
Shiphandling
Detailed knowledge and understanding of standard and emergency shiphandling manoeuvres, and of the techniques applicable to different propulsion and control systems
Ship Management and Administration
Detailed knowledge and understanding of Management of regulatory and ship administration,Watchkeeping procedures,Cargo work,Prevention of pollution, Emergency situations / response & equipment,Dry-docking
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 11 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Multiple choice questions
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 3
Assessment Description
Multiple choice questions
Assessment Type Performance Evaluation % of Total Mark 30
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Write simulation exercise
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 10
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 4
Assessment Description
Multiple choice questions
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.

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 2 x 1 hour lecture Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Simulator exercises Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Self 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.
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • UK Hydrographic Office,. NP 100, The Mariner's Handbook.
  • IMO. International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Manual, Vol III.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • D J House. (2004), Seamanship Techniques, 3rd Ed. Elsevier Oxford, [ISBN: ISBN: 0 7506 6315 4]].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
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 Group Elective 1
CR_SNSCI_8 Certificate in Nautical Science 2 Group Elective 1