Radar navigation at the operational level. Radar navigation, radar plotting and use of ARPA. Model course 1.07. 2017 Edition

Книга на английском языке.
This Model Course No. 1.07 consists of seven major learning topics. The first topic is the essential theory of the commonly used marine radar systems and gives the basic theoretical knowledge of the systems, which is obviously necessary for all radar operators. The second topic addresses the main operational skills of the systems, while the third one is dealing with the radar navigation and ship position fixing.
The manual plotting skills are dealt with in the fourth section, and the fifth section will cover the functions of the auto target tracking as well as the targets tracked by means of the AIS. The two last topics included in the course are devoted to the operational skills and, finally, the adherence to the provisions of the COLREG when the marine radar systems are used.
All trainees who manage to complete all sections of the present course and meet the applicable performance standards will be able to properly recognize when the marine radar systems shall be used and also perform correct selection of the modes and range settings. They will also get the understanding of the control settings for the best system performance and necessary awareness of the equipment limitations.

Contents
Page
Introduction
Purpose of the model courses
Part A: Course Framework
Aims
Objective
Entry standards
Course certification, diploma or document
Course intake limitations
Staff requirements
Teaching facilities and equipment
Teaching aids (A)
IMO references (R)
Textbooks (T)
Bibliography (B)
Video (V)
Part B: Course Outline and Timetable
Introduction
Lecture
Demonstration
Practical training
Part C: Detailed Teaching Syllabus
Introduction
Note
Part D: Instructor Manual
Introduction
Structure
Guidelines for use
1. Basic theory and operational principles of a marine radar system
Detailed teaching packages
Assessment techniques
Teaching guidance
2. Radar setting and operation in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
Detailed teaching packages
Assessment techniques
Teaching guidance
3. Using radar to ensure safe navigation
Detailed teaching packages
Assessment techniques
Teaching guidance
4. Manual radar plotting
Detailed teaching packages
Assessment techniques
Teaching guidance
5. ARPA system or radar target tracking (TT) and AIS reporting functions
Detailed teaching packages
Assessment techniques
Teaching guidance
6. Operation of ARPA or radar target tracking (TT) and AIS reporting functions
Detailed teaching packages
Assessment techniques
Teaching guidance
7. Application of COLREGs when using radar
Detailed teaching packages
Assessment techniques
Teaching guidance
Appendix 1: A sample of training programme
Appendix 2: Examples of lesson plan
Appendix 3: An example of lesson plan for practical training
Part E: Evaluation and Assessment
Introduction
Types of assessment
Methods of assessment
Evaluation of competence
Assessment description
Appendix 4: An example of examination paper
Appendix 5: An example of assessment for practical training
Appendix 6: Sample checklist for evaluation of proficiency in the use of Radar and ARPA
Annex 1: Resolution MSC. 192(79) (Adopted on 6 December 2004)
Annex 2: Guidelines for the presentation of navigation-related symbols (SN.1/Circ.243/Rev.1, annex 1)