SECTION A: THEORY
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PLANNING A DAY CRUISE:

Knowledge of:
Navigation
True and magnetic bearings
Bearing and distance
Chart symbols
Tidal diamonds and tidal streams
Use of pilot books
Position lines
Use of marina locks (can be covered practically if appropriate)

Understands:
Latitude and longitude
The principles of GPS
Sources of forecast information and the interpretation of forecasts
Tidal heights at secondary ports

Can:
Use a plotting instrument and plot a course to steer (CTS)
Work out tidal heights for standard ports using a tidal curve
Interpret Lateral and Cardinal Buoyage
Implement IRPCS & rules 5, 7, 8, 9, 12-19, 23
Use GPS waypoints navigation and determine XTE, SOG, COG, BYW, DTW*
Use a laminated chart afloat
Use pilotage to enter an unfamiliar port by day
Explain how to make a emergency VHF call
*XTE – cross track error, SOG – speed over ground, COG – course over ground
BTW – bearing to waypoint, DTW – distance to waypoint

SECTION B: PRACTICAL
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The aim of the practical session is to put into practice the theory detailed above and to complete a Passage, which should include:

BOAT PREPARATION

Understands:
The importance of protective clothing and safety equipment
He minimum level of equipment for the boat
Considerations of equipment required for longer passages
Correct stowage of equipment

BOAT HANDLING

Knowledge of:
Effect of waves
Rougher conditions
Awareness of other water users
Mooring stern-to between posts or Med style

Can:
Demonstrate awareness of wind and tide
Moor alongside, in a marina berth (where available)
Demonstrate the use of an appropriate length kill cord at all times

PILOTAGE

Can:
Demonstrate a practical application of techniques for pilotage in local waters

PASSAGE MAKING

Understands:
The need for preplanning, including advise in the event of having to return at night

Can:
Apply the lessons learnt in the theory section and successfully
complete the practical passage
Fix position by traditional and electronic means

MAN OVERBOARD

Understands:
Techniques for picking up a man overboard in differing conditions

Can:
Pick up a man overboard