This course is intended to prepare the student for the Transport ¶Ä²©ÍøÖ· ASTRO2 exam which will test your theoretical knowledge of nautical astronomy, and your ability to practically apply this knowledge to calculate a position using various celestial bodies. The ASTRO2 exam is a three-hour exam and consists of 15 multiple choice questions worth 2 marks each, and 5 practical questions worth 10-20 marks each. This course requires prior knowledge of math concepts such as order of operations, algebra and trigonometry.
For the exam you will be given the Nautical Almanac for a particular year, and a copy of Norie’s Nautical Tables. You are required to memorize all pertinent formulae. We recommend that you spend a minimum of six weeks preparing for this exam.
This study package includes:
*Library books must be returned to the Marine Training Centre. A pre-paid postage label is available upon request. You will be billed for the replacement of any books that are not returned.
To complete this course, you will need:
This course also includes the Knowledge of Marine Sextant Certificate. In order to receive this certificate, an in-class session with the instructor is required, during which you will learn how to handle and use a marine sextant. This certificate must be presented to the Transport ¶Ä²©ÍøÖ· examiner prior to your oral exam in order to receive your certificate of competency. The schedule for marine sextant training is flexible – please contact the instructor to make arrangements.
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