RYA Yachtmaster Ocean Theory Course (Astro Navigation)
This is a course in astro-navigation and worldwide meteorology which also reveals the mysteries of the sextant. It assumes a knowledge of all subjects covered in the other shorebased courses. Subjects covered include:
1. The earth and the celestial sphere
2. The PZX Triangle
3. The Sextant
4. Measurement of Time
5. Meridian Altitudes
6. Sun, Star and other sights
7. Compass Checking
8. Satellite Navigation Systems
9. Great Circle Sailing
10. Meteorology
11. Passage Planning
12. Passage Making
13. Communications
Courses run for 5 days
Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Price £320.
Next course dates available:
Monday 1 September 08
Monday 8 September 08
Monday 13 October 08
Monday 17 November 08
Please call if you require course dates after these listed