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Basic Navigation & Boat Handling - Part 1

Basic Navigation & Boat Handling - Part 1

Suggested Prerequisite Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)

Details This self-study course includes sections covering basic navigation skills (how to use a compass, read and interpret nautical charts, understanding the navigation aids - buoy system, and the basic features and use of electronic navigation devices) as well as boat handling and safety topics including: selecting and using lines and knots, anchoring, docking, understanding and mitigating the impact of weather, collision avoidance rules, anchoring, docking and other related topics. Each section includes course notes, instructional videos, knowledge checks – skill-testing quizzes and exercises, and links to supporting resources. An optional final exam and completion certificate is also available.

Additional Information

This course is designed as a self-study program - the learner is responsible for setting their own pace in completing the material. There is a course schedule to guide participants. Support/assistance is available through an online “student forum” where participants can direct written questions to the instructor team. The response standard for questions is < 24 hours.

Contact: Ray Kirkham
(905) 523-9721
BurlingtonPowerSquadron@gmail.com

Address: BURLINGTON, ON

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Additional Information

This course is designed with several features that facilitate a self-study program. As such you are responsible for setting your own pace, however, a weekly schedule has been added as a suggested guid... Read moree to assist you in completing the course in a timely manner. Support/assistance is provided through email . Please direct written questions to the CPS-ECP instructor. The response standard for answers to your questions is < 24 hours. The courses are available to anyone, but we recommend that you have successfully completed the Pleasure Craft Operators Card exam. Squadrons from coast to coast are offering this course, so we suggest you choose a Squadron from your area/region so we can better respond to questions of a "local" nature. If you are not a CPS-ECP member may consider joining a Squadron in your area to facilitate your continued interest in boater education.Read less

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Basic Navigation & Boating Handling - Part 1

Non-Member Price

$180.00

Member Price

$144.00

Contact: Charles Hawkswell
(250) 334-0225
capelazoeducation@gmail.com

Address: COURTENAY, BC

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This course is a self study course that you can take at your own pace. The course includes sections covering basic navigation skills (using a compass, reading and interpreting nautical charts, underst... Read moreanding the navigation aids - buoy system, and exploring the basic features and use of Electronic Navigation devices), legal responsibilities and safety measures, selecting and using lines and knots, anchoring, docking, understanding the impact of weather on boater safety, electrical hazards, collision avoidance rules, tides and currents, and other related topics. Each section includes course notes, instructional video, knowledge checks – skill testing quizzes and exercises, and links to supplementary resources. An optional final “multiple choice” exam is also available. Any questions, please reach out to the contact listed. Prerequisite Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOCRead less

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Basic Navigation & Boating Handling - Part 1

Non-Member Price

$180.00

Member Price

$144.00

Contact: Jovan Hamovic
(605) 809-7034
jhamovic@hotmail.com

Address: LANGLEY, BC

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Basic Navigation & Boating Handling - Part 1

Non-Member Price

$180.00

Member Price

$144.00

Contact: Mike Johnson
(905) 220-3358
mikecjohnson90@gmail.com

Address: OAKVILLE, ON

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Basic Navigation and Boat Handling Course Part 1 Self Study. The Oakville Power and Sail Squadron is offering this course in the summer of 2024 for those seeking to improve their boating and navigatio... Read morenal skills and on the water enjoyment. This is a self study course done on line including your final exam which is available to you 24/7. Did you want to learn how to safely operate your boat, learn the rules of the waterway, electrical and learn how to plot a course and find your position at anytime? This is the start to developing the situational awareness skills and should be followed up with the BNBH Part 2 self study course.Read less

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Basic Navigation & Boating Handling - Part 1

Non-Member Price

$180.00

Member Price

$162.00

Contact: David Kirsop
(250) 539-0951
davidkirsop@yahoo.ca

Address: PENDER ISLAND, BC

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Basic Navigation & Boating Handling - Part 1

Non-Member Price

$180.00

Member Price

$144.00

Contact: Janet Fraser
(250) 216-3871
jay_fraser@yahoo.com

Address: VICTORIA, BC

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This is a self-study course available online 24x7.

Pricing and Packages:

Basic Navigation & Boating Handling - Part 1

Non-Member Price

$180.00

Member Price

$153.00

Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC)

All operators of motorized pleasure craft are required to show proof of operator competency. All you need to know for th... Read moree Transport Canada test is presented in an easy to read format that is both informative and entertaining. You can be confident that this study guide meets all the standards established by Transport Canada’s Office of Boating Safety. As an extra benefit, if you pass the test offered by Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons, your Card is recognized by BOTH Transport Canada and The National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (USA).Read less

Suggested Prerequisite none

Maritime Radio Certificate - ROC(M)

The Maritime Radio course teaches emergency radio procedures and everyday operating techniques. Learn all about the uses... Read more of marine radios, choice of frequencies, operation, phonetic alphabet, procedural words and phrases, as well as Digital Selective Calling and the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System, (DSC/GMDSS). All mariners, including recreational boaters, will want to take advantage of the many features and capabilities of this innovative form “automatic” radio. Secure your lifeline. Be sure that you and your family take the Maritime Radio course. This complete package will prepare you for the Restricted Operator Certificate (Maritime) with DSC Endorsement exam which is included as part of this courses. To operate a maritime radio, you need the certificate. It's the law!Read less

Suggested Prerequisite none

Basic Navigation and Boat Handling

This course is available in physical classrooms, virtual classrooms, and online. It focuses on improving your knowledge,... Read more understanding, and skills in navigation and boat safety topics. The classroom and virtual classroom versions of the course cover the fundamentals of traditional navigation – understanding global coordinates, using a magnetic compass, and planning a cruise using paper charts. Boat handling topics include operator and crew responsibilities, managing onboard emergencies, collision avoidance rules, anchoring techniques, docking/undocking techniques, and understanding marine weather forecasts, and tide/current tables. Note: Some classroom offerings provide access to the online version of the course. Please read the detailed description of the course offered by each Squadron. The online and virtual classroom versions of the course, cover all the topics offered in the classroom version plus navigation with electronic devices, such as phones, tablets, and chart plotters. All versions of the course include quizzes to check your understanding of the topics, navigation practice exercises, course notes, and a final exam, that if you complete with 75% or higher, may lower your boat insurance.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)

Table of Contents (PDF)

Basic Navigation

Learn the fundamentals of traditional and electronic navigation, including navigation using paper charts and electronic ... Read moredevices (e.g., a chart plotter and app-based software). Each section includes course notes, which can be downloaded electronically or printed in booklet format, instructional videos, skill-testing quizzes and practice exercises, and links to supplementary resources, including web-based links and videos related to each topic. Participants must complete the cruise exercises with a chartplotter or tablet/phone navigation app. The course provides options for purchasing apps starting at $14.00. The course, which can be taken online/virtual or in a classroom (where available), is 8 to 9 weeks in length (at the discretion of the instructor team). A final exam is also available.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)

Table of Contents (PDF)

Boat Handling

Learn the fundamentals of boat handling and safety techniques, including skipper and crew responsibilities, preparing fo... Read morer departure, handling emergencies, anchoring techniques, lines and knots, docking and undocking techniques, marine weather, collision avoidance rules, and tide and current tables. Each section includes course notes, which can be downloaded electronically or printed in booklet format, instructional videos, skill-testing quizzes and practice exercises, and links to supplementary resources, including web-based links and videos related to each topic. The course, which can be taken online/virtual or in a classroom (where available), is 7 to 8 weeks in length (at the discretion of the instructor team). A final exam is also available.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)

Table of Contents (PDF)

Beyond Boating Basics

This course is available in the classroom, virtual classroom and self-study formats. The course focuses on improving you... Read morer knowledge, understanding, and boat handling and navigation skills. The course covers the fundamentals of traditional navigation – understanding global positioning, interpreting nautical charts, basic electronic navigation, using a magnetic compass, and planning a cruise using paper charts. Boat handling topics include collision avoidance rules, handling a boat under power, rope, lines and knots, anchoring techniques, understanding marine weather forecasts, and interpreting tide/current tables. The course includes course notes, quizzes to check your understanding of the topics and a final exam that may lower your boat insurance if you complete it with a 75% or higher test score.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC)

Table of Contents (PDF)

Near Shore Marine Navigation Level 2 (B5)

Knowledge of the basics of navigation and planning cruises on a maritime chart is just the start. Expand that knowledg... Read moree by using a variety of electronic devices to chart your course and enable you to plan your course under tidal, current and windy conditions. By learning more about dead reckoning, fixes and running fixes you will have attained a high degree of proficiency in navigating through coastal waters. In this course we cover GPS, Chart Plotters, Radar, SONAR, Autopilots and more. Note: this course was formerly called Advanced Piloting.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite B4: Near Shore Marine Navigation Level 1 or Seamanship

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Electronic Navigation

This course will allow the pleasure craft operator to navigate safely knowing his exact location at all times. You will ... Read morelearn to navigate using GPS and paper charts as well as electronic charting devices. It includes a CD containing a number of charts and a full scale simulator of a chart plotter to help you learn by doing. Join with others to share experiences and knowledge.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite Boating 3 (Introduction to Navigation) or Basic Navigation & Boat Handling - Part 2

Practical Weather for Boaters

This course will improve your understanding of the systems that cause weather. It will help you use forecasts more intel... Read moreligently and to augment forecasts with local observations. This will improve your decision making. It will help you develop keen judgments in “reading” the sky and sea for optimum boating safety in and around Canadian waters. Each section includes a manual (e-copy), instructional video, quiz/exercise activity, and links to supplementary resources.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite none

Table of Contents (PDF)

RADAR for Boaters

This course covers the different types of RADAR equipment, their capabilities and limitations. It helps you understand t... Read morehe available features and how they apply to your needs. Learn how to use your RADAR for collision avoidance and for navigational purposes. The course covers everything about RADAR from how and where to mount the antenna to how to use and interpret the displays.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite none

Boat and Engine Maintenance

Keep the water on the other side of the wall! From spark plugs to bottom paint, this course covers all the basics for �... Read more�do it yourself” boaters. This course will equip you with the knowledge required to prevent onboard problems, carry out specialized tasks and tackle both short-term troubleshooting as well as long-term boat care. It features practical information and handy tips suitable for both new and existing boat owners. The dream of owning, maintaining and using your own boat without great expense can be achieved through the completion of the Boat & Engine Maintenance Course.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite none

Extended Cruising

Extended Cruising is an essential first step in understanding the elements of the long-distance passage making lifestyle... Read more under sail or power. Through this course you will become confident in the boat you select by understanding seaworthiness, stability, and other design concepts. You will gain an awareness of the maintenance required for critical systems, passage planning, provisioning, and visiting foreign countries, safety issues, emergency preparedness and weather tips. If you want to cruise coastal waters, experience remote anchorages far from home or explore countries across oceans, Extended Cruising provides you with a deeper understanding of the skills necessary for confident, safe passages.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite B3: Basic Navigation & Boat Handling

Seminar: Tropical Weather for Boaters

The Seminar is designed to be done in one sitting of about 90 minutes. Many boaters like to spend all or part of their w... Read moreinters sailing in tropical waters, and no doubt wonder what sort of weather they might encounter. The meteorology behind winter weather in the Tropical Zone is very much different from that which we experience here in the mid-latitudes. This seminar gives provides a quick review of mid-latitude weather, and then explains the differences that we would find in the tropics, and why they are different. A good follow up of this course would be Weather for Boaters which is a multi week course with Tutor support.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite none

Seminar: Tides and Currents

For the safety of oneself, the boat’s crew and the boat itself, the boater had best be prepared to take tides and cur... Read morerents into consideration when planning a voyage of any length in tidal waters. Failure to do so can result in the vessel’s running aground or, just as embarrassing and damaging, snapping off a mast in a collision with a bridge or utility cable stretched across a tidal river. It is not possible to cover every detail of the subject of tides and currents within the constraints of this seminar, but it will certainly give the student a solid introduction to the subject. To learn more, we highly recommend boaters take the CPS-ECP courses, B4: Near Shore Marine Navigation Level I and B5: Near Shore Marine Navigation Level II. Tides and currents are covered more extensively in those courses.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite none

Seminar: How to Use a GPS

This introductory online seminar is for boaters who want to know the basics of how to set up their GPS/Chartplotter, und... Read moreerstand how it works, how to use it to and how it can connect to other boat electronics including tablets and smart phones. In this seminar, you will learn about waypoints, routes and how to best use the display options available for charts and data. Knowing how to plan and safely execute a route and interpret what you see on the charts is important A section is included on the capabilities of multi-function displays connected to an autopilot, sensors, radar, AIS or DSC radio. This is an interactive seminar and to help you assess your learning, there are question and answer segments located throughout the various sections.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite none

Seminar: Celestial Navigation in a Nutshell

The Seminar is designed to be done in one sitting of about 90 minutes. Before electronic navigation aids like GPS and e... Read morelectronic chartplotters came along, coastal sailors plotted fixes by using natural and man-made references, such as lighthouses, buoys, church steeples, radio/TV towers, and so on, that were plotted in their exact locations on paper navigation charts. They did this by taking quick-succession bearings on two or more of these objects, thus producing lines of position (LOPs) that crossed each other at some point. When these LOPs were plotted on the paper chart, the sailor could see the fix, indicating the boat’s position. This process is called getting a terrestrial fix. However, if the sailor is in the middle of an ocean, there are no lighthouses or church steeples. There is a solution however, and as the Friendly Giant used to say, “Look up … way up,” and there are all those heavenly bodies, “lighthouses in the sky.”Read less

Suggested Prerequisite none

Seminar - Chart Reading for Beginner's

The is an excellent teaser for the boater who has his/her PCOC, but would like to learn more navigation and seamanship s... Read morekills, and would like to get a glimpse of what sort of information and courses are available. Subjects cover the latitude/longitude system navigators use to locate points on earth’s surface, basic navigation chart reading, the magnetic compass, tides and currents, and buoyage systems.Read less

Suggested Prerequisite None

Basic Navigation & Boat Handling - Part 1

Burlington - Burlington

Courtenay - Cape Lazo

Langley - Langley

Oakville - Oakville

Pender island - Pender Island

Victoria - Victoria

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Basic Navigation and Boat Handling

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Basic Navigation

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Boat Handling

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Beyond Boating Basics

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Near Shore Marine Navigation Level 2 (B5)

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Electronic Navigation

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Practical Weather for Boaters

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RADAR for Boaters

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Boat and Engine Maintenance

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Extended Cruising

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Seminar: Tropical Weather for Boaters

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Seminar: How to Use a GPS

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Seminar: Celestial Navigation in a Nutshell

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