NVIC Method
| STCW Competence | Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency |
|---|---|
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Plan and conduct a passage and determine position |
OICNW-A1.07 Compass – magnetic and gyro Ability to determine errors of the magnetic and gyro-compasses, using celestial and terrestrial means, and to allow for such errors |
| Condition | Behavior | Standard |
|---|---|---|
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On a vessel underway or on a simulator equipped with both a magnetic and gyro- compass, and given a deviation table, |
the candidate correctly applies the compass error to the course by magnetic compass to make good the intended true course. |
The candidate correctly applies the compass error to the magnetic course and the solution is within ± 1.0° of the assessor’s solution. |
MMA Method
In order to satisfy NVIC 12-14 Task 1.7.D , MMA students must:
- Successfully complete MMA Assessment OICNW-1-5D Determine course to steer by magnetic compass