Chesapeake Marine Training Institute Training
Navigation and Watchkeeping
Watchkeeping (Operational Level) for OICNW candidates, plus celestial and coastal navigation, BRM, Rules of the Road and meteorology.
Description
Watchkeeping (Operational Level) is intended mainly for candidates seeking an endorsement as Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW). There are no prerequisites, but prior courses in terrestrial and coastal navigation, radar and ARPA are strongly suggested, and students must have the plotting skills needed for chart work.
Related courses
- Celestial Navigation / Oceans Navigation
- Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation
- Bridge Resource Management
- Rules of the Road
- Basic Meteorology
Delivery
- Classroom training at CMTI's facility in Hayes, Virginia, open 52 weeks a year
- Taught by licensed professional mariners, with personal tutoring when needed
- Support continues until the USCG license or document is issued
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