Day Skipper Course Modules
Complete all Day Skipper course modules
- I can interpret and understand charts.
- I have several positioning tools in my tool box.
- I know how to work out the depth, anywhere on a chart.
- I can plot a position on a chart using boat speed, direction and tide.
- I know how to get in & out of a harbour safely.
- I know how to plan and safely execute a passage.
- I’ll know what to do if I see another vessel.
- I have some core seamanship skills to build on.
- I’m better prepared to keep safe at sea.
- I can interpret and plan based on a weather forecast.
- I will respect the environment when out on the water.
Day Skipper Course Modules
Complete all Day Skipper course modules
- I can interpret and understand charts.
- I have several positioning tools in my tool box.
- I know how to work out the depth, anywhere on a chart.
- I can plot a position on a chart using boat speed, direction and tide.
- I know how to get in & out of a harbour safely.
- I know how to plan and safely execute a passage.
- I’ll know what to do if I see another vessel.
- I have some core seamanship skills to build on.
- I’m better prepared to keep safe at sea.
- I can interpret and plan based on a weather forecast.
- I will respect the environment when out on the water.
Chart Familiarisation
Learn to read, interpret & use paper and electronic charts for navigation.
- I can interpret and understand charts.
Position Fixing
Learn tools and techniques to position yourself on a chart visually & electronically.
- I have several positioning tools in my tool box.
Tidal Heights
Learn to find water depth anywhere on a chart using the Almanac & electronic tools.
- I know how to work out the depth, anywhere on a chart.
Plotting Positions
Learn how to plot positions on a chart using tide, boat speed and direction.
- I can plot a position on a chart using boat speed, direction and tide.
Buoyage & Pilotage
Learn how to plan and safely execute departure from or arrival at port.
- I know how to get in & out of a harbour safely.
Collision Regulations
Learn the rules, how to interpret them and what to do when crossing another vessel.
- I’ll know what to do if I see another vessel.
Seamanship
Learn some terminology and best practices to support your practical learning.
- I have some core seamanship skills to build on.
Safety
Learn about safety equipment on board a typical recreational vessel & how to use it.
- I’m better prepared to keep safe at sea.
Meteorology
Learn how to find, read & interpret forecasts and monitor the weather.
- I can interpret and plan based on a weather forecast.
Marine Environment
Learn about environmental challenges & how to reduce our impact whilst on the water.
- I will respect the environment when out on the water.
Passage Planning & Making
Learn how to plan and safely execute a passage during daylight hours in familiar waters.
- I know how to plan and safely execute a passage.
Day Skipper Course Modules
Complete all Day Skipper course modules
- I can interpret and understand charts.
- I have several positioning tools in my tool box.
- I know how to work out the depth, anywhere on a chart.
- I can plot a position on a chart using boat speed, direction and tide.
- I know how to get in & out of a harbour safely.
- I know how to plan and safely execute a passage.
- I’ll know what to do if I see another vessel.
- I have some core seamanship skills to build on.
- I’m better prepared to keep safe at sea.
- I can interpret and plan based on a weather forecast.
- I will respect the environment when out on the water.
