Astronomy For Navigation

Course description

Students study basic nautical astronomy and practice basic navigational astronomical calculations. Students learn about the motion of the earth, sun, moon, stars and planets. They practice calculations necessary to determine the ship’s compass error and to determine the vessels position at sea.

Students registering for credit courses for the first time must declare a program at the point of registration. Declaring a program does not necessarily mean students must complete a program, individual courses may be taken for skill improvement and upgrading.

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