RFPNW Task 1.1.A

Steady on a new course

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 06-14 Task 1.1.A , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Steer the ship and also comply with helm orders in the English language

RFPNW-X1.1 Use of magnetic and gyro-compasses
Condition Behavior Standard

At full sea speed, while on a northeasterly heading, when hearing the command, in English, “steer 342,”**

*The assessor may select any course desired as long as it is more than 30° from the original heading.

At least one assessment should include a turn to the right from the ordered course.

the candidate turns the helm to bring the vessel to the new course and steady on the course of 342°.

The candidate:

  1. Repeats the order;
  2. Turns the helm in the direction of the fewest degrees to the ordered course using no more than 15° of rudder;
  3. Reports the ship’s heading, while swinging, in each 10 ° increment;
  4. Reduces the rudder angle as the vessel approaches the course;
  5. Steadies on the course of 342° with less than 5° of overshoot; and
  6. States:“Steady on three four two.”