MTR S254 - Elec Chart Display Info Sys

Institution:

University of Alaska Southeast

Subject:

Marine Transportation

Description:

2 credits (1+2) Provides USCG approved training in the theory and use of Electronic Chart Display Information Systems (ECDIS). Practical exercises using the Transas ECDIS operating program entail voyage planning and responding to maneuvering situations with other vessels in a real-time navigational environment using ship bridge simulators. Course meets Standards, Training and Certification of Watchkeepers (STCW) requirements in the use of ECDIS as revised by 2010 Manila Amendments. Prerequisite: Students must have working knowledge of the nautical Rules of the Road, basics of navigation, radar, and ship handling.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.uas.alaska.edu

Phone Number:

(877) 465-4827

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.