Location

College of Maritime Transport and Technology

Objectives

• A trainee successfully completing these courses and meeting the required performance standards will recognize when radar should be in use; will select a suitable mode and range setting for the circumstances; will be able to set the controls for optimal performance; and will be aware of the limitations of the equipment in detecting targets and in terms of accuracy. When within range of the coast, the trainee will be able to compare the radar display with the chart, select suitable conspicuous land targets and use these targets to fix his position. The trainee will also aware of the need to maintain a continuing plot of ship targets which may pose a potential threat of collision; and he will be able to derive from the plot the necessary information about other ships courses, aspects and nearest approaches to enable action to be taken in ample time, in accordance with COLREG to prevent a close-quarters situation arising.

Outcomes

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Course Contents

1. Introduction to the electromagnetic waves, Fundamental principles of radar. 2. The function and sitting of components.3. Perform manual radar plotting- Introduction to manual plotting, construct relative motion triangle, Determine CPA & TCPA, targets course, speed and aspect. Set up and maintain optimum radar display, Measure ranges and bearings.4. Set Up and Operate Radar in Accordance with Manufacturer’s Instructions - Different Types of Display Mode.5. Perform Manual Plotting - Determine set and rate of current from observations of fixed targets.6. Factors External to the Radar Set Affecting Radar Detection. Factors which might cause faulty interpretation of the radar picture.7. Use Radar to Ensure Safe Navigation- Fix a vessel’s position by radar, Identify aids to radar navigation and safety; Use parallel indexing in radar navigation.8. Use Radar to Avoid Collisions or Close Encounters- Apply COLREG to avoid collision or close encounter.