NVIC Method

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STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Use of radar and ARPA to maintain safety of navigation

OICNW-A3.2 Radar navigation

Ability to operate and to interpret and analyze information obtained from radar, including setting up and maintaining displays.

Condition Behavior Standard

On an operational radar or radar simulator that meets the standards of 33 CFR 164.38 and other applicable national and international performance standards,

the candidate switches the display from north- up stabilized relative motion to true motion to head-up, and states how to recognize the mode displayed.


Within 15 seconds, the candidate:

  1. Switches the display from north-up stabilized relative motion to true motion;

  2. Switches the display from true motion to head-up; and

  3. Points to the location on the display of the information that indicates the mode displayed.

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 12-14 Task 3.2.B , MMA students must:

  • Successfully complete MMA Assessment OICNW-3-1B Switch display modes