MT-3231
Applied Shiphandling
Course Description
The students who successfully complete Applied Shiphandling will have gained experience in handling ships real and simulated under conditions and will make a more effective contribution to the bridge team during ship maneuvering. In particular, students will gain: familiarization with the use of engines and helm for ship maneuvering; an understanding of the effects on the behavior of the ship of wind, current, shallow water, banks and narrow channels, and conditions of loading; a greater awareness of the importance of planning a passage or maneuver and the need for an alternative plan; the effective use of information found on the maneuvering diagram; and, effective bridge team management procedures. [Lab time required]
Entrance Requirements
As per USCG, Academy and Marine Transportation Department requirements, any student enrolled in this course must have previously successfully satisfied the following prerequisites:
- MT 3222 ARPA (Grade of 70 or better and all ARPA assessments completed)
Learning Objectives
Other Objectives
- Satisfactorily perform the duties of an Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch.
- Demonstrate knowledge of principles of ships' maneuvering characteristics
- Demonstrate ability to perform simple maneuvers and operations with varying vessels
- Demonstrate ability to be a successful member of a Bridge Team
- Demonstrate proper voyage planning principles and techniques.