Boatmaster

A comprehensive course for boaties with some existing knowledge and experience. Applies to a wide range of vessels including yachts, launches and powerboats.

Aim: To provide detailed boating knowledge.
Duration: 30 Hours.
Learning Options: Tutorials.
Prerequisites: Day Skipper recommended.
Check out Coastguard Boating Education for current costs

Modules:

1. Equipment

2. Emergencies

• Accidents

• Distress Signals & Procedures

• Search & Rescue Organisation

• Lifesaving & Fire fighting

3. Navigation

• Compass, Chart work & Publications

• Tides & Weather

• Buoys & Beacons

4. Boat Handling

• Stability

• Anchors & Anchoring

• Steerage, Manoeuvring, Berthing, Launching & Retrieving

• Rough Seas, Surf, & Crossing Bars

5. Rules & Regulations

• The Collision Prevention Rules

• Water Recreation Rules

• Harbour Bylaws

• Skipper Responsibility

6. Ropes

• Rigging, Bends & Hitches

If you would like to enrol in a course click here to register online.

More information can be found at the Coastguard Boating Education Service website