Ocean Theory Course

Service Description

This course A course in astro navigation, worldwide meteorology and passage planning, which also unravels the mysteries of the sextant. Required experience Navigation to Coastal Skipper & Yachtmaster Offshore Shorebased standard. Minimum duration 40 hours plus exam time. Minimum age None Content The earth and the celestial sphere; Practical guide to use and care of sextant at sea; Meridian altitudes; Sun, star and other sights, ocean passage lanning Certificate issuing criteria Background knowledge to skipper a yacht on ocean passages. Format This is a shorebased course that can be taken in the classroom, online or by distance learning.