IMTV1520 — Seamanship I
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to safety and important aspects of the maritime industry. Seamanship I encompasses maritime navigation laws (International and Inland light configurations and ship whistle signals), nautical terminology, line handling (natural and synthetic), knots, splices, hitches, aids to navigation, anchoring and mooring, training performing duties of a lookout, compass principles, firefighting, water survival, lifesaving appliances, and other topics that are crucial for students entering the maritime industry.