Chart Plotting Problems for U.S. Coast Guard Exams
A comprehensive course on chart plotting for all levels of U.S. Coast Guard license, including Unlimited Tonnage.
This course is designed for anyone interested in improving their chart plotting skills and problem solving abilities. The course has a section on chart plotting basics and the use of plotting tools, and then begins to solve chart plotting problems at various license levels.
We will discuss all types of chart plotting problems found on U.S. Coast Guard exams, and we will solve sample exam problems at all levels from 100 Tons to Unlimited Tonnage.
Your Instructor
Christopher D. Nolan is a career maritime officer including command of sailing, power, and military vessels.
Course Curriculum
Introduction to Chart Plotting Exams
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Using Chart Plotting Tools
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StartBasics of Nautical Charts (11:29)
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StartChart Familiarization (Block Island) (3:56)
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StartChart Familiarization (Long Island) (3:46)
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StartChart Familiarization (Chesapeake Bay) (3:53)
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StartUsing the Coast Pilot (4:50)
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StartUsing the Light List (7:28)
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StartUsing Dividers (10:53)
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PreviewUsing Plotting Triangles and Rolling Rulers (16:04)
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StartUsing Parallel Plotters (3:11)
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StartMeasuring Distance and Direction (13:21)
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StartPlotting Fixes with Latitude and Longitude (24:40)
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StartPlotting Fixes with Bearings and Ranges (7:08)
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PreviewCompasses and Magnetism (17:15)
Types of Chart Plotting Problems
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PreviewProblem Types Introduction (0:14)
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StartChart Symbology Problems (5:04)
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StartPublications Problems (3:45)
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StartCompass Problems (Gyro and Magnetic) (23:30)
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PreviewSpeed, Distance, Time Problems (29:32)
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StartTide and Tidal Current Problems (71:31)
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StartVisibility of Lights Problems (23:04)
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StartFixing Position by Visual or Radar Bearings Problems (23:12)
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StartRunning Fix Problems (20:56)
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StartSet and Drift Problems (24:31)
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
Can I use the course again when I upgrade my license?
Definitely - this course is yours forever, so come back when you upgrade your license and learn the next level!
How many problems are solved?
Over 50 problems are solved with videos, and new ones are added regularly.