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Ocean Theory
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.
Price:
£595 (Please ask for one to one or group pricing)
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