OCN 2801 Research Vessel Operations

Credit Hours: 3

Covers nautical skills needed for scientists and engineers working on research vessels. Includes classes of ships, marine terminology, deck machinery, ship handling, seamanship. admiralty law, charts, compasses, position fixing, first aid and safety of life at sea. Also includes cruise planning cost estimation and elements of navigation.
Prerequisite: ENS 1001 or OCN 1010