Oceans/Celestial Navigation at the 200 Ton Level (USCG Approved)
This challenging course is approved to add an oceans endorsement on a license as master or mate up to 200 tons.
Contact the instructor for more information about this course or the equivalent 500 ton version.
Instructor: [email protected]
There is reduced online testing opportunities during the holiday period 22 November to 31 December 2024.
Your Instructor
Christopher D. Nolan is a career maritime officer including command of sailing, power, and military vessels.
Course Curriculum
Important Background Concepts
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StartIntroduction to Background Concepts
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StartSpeed Distance Time Problems (12:04)
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StartMagnetic Compass Error Problems (21:23)
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StartGyro Error Problems (4:30)
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StartIntroduction to The Sailings (29:51)
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Start5 Key Celestial Navigation Terms (9:23)
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StartSextant Hs to Ho Corrections Overview (17:51)
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StartRetrieving Declination and GHA from the Nautical Almanac (5:18)
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StartUsing HO229 Background Building and Solving Triangles (7:47)
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StartPlotting Celestial LOP Background (3:45)
Required CG Objective Content per 46 CFR 11.910
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StartFuel Conservation Problems (9:13)
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StartElectronic Navigation Problems (Chronometer) (12:23)
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StartMercator Sailing Problems (28:39)
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StartGreat Circle Sailing Problems (16:11)
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StartNautical Astronomy Definitions and Concepts
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StartLatitude by Meridian Transit (30:01)
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StartLatitude by Polaris (22:06)
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StartZone Time of Rise/Set/Meridian Passage Problems (46:11)
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StartSight Reduction Problems - Individual Sights (71:09)
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StartSight Reduction Problems - Fix and Running Fix (22:51)
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.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.