TM 26298 Electronic Navigational Aids
On course completion the students should;
Be able to use and understand advanced navigation systems in a way such that the quality and performance of the navigation system is assessed during normal operations and critical situations. To make the academic foundation for work within advanced offshore and survey operations or further studies in relevant subjects at university level. The course covers the requirements for the basic dynamic positioning (DP) certificate.
Hydroacoustic theory. Hydroacoustic systems and application within fishery, ocean science and offshore operations. Advanced satellite navigation systems, inertial navigation systems, system integration and quality control systems. Short distance systems and sensors used in DP operations. Hydrographic and seismic mapping techniques. Principals, regulations and operation of DP systems. Attitude reference sensors (optical, magnetic, mechanical and coriolis).
Towed and remotely operated vehicles (ROV) including cable dynamics. Advanced radarsystems including vessel traffic systems (VTS). Remote sensing and diagnostics of instrument parametres.
Lectures, laboratory exercises and simulator training. 100% attendance in relevant lectures, exercises and simulators is required to qualify for the DP certificate. To get a stamped DP operator logbook (Nautical institute) and DP basic course diploma issued, the whole course has to be completed successfully, all DP simulator exercises successfully completed.
75% of all exercises have to be approved to enter exam.
Individual 3 hours written exam
