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FH 2011-11-29
Updated 2011-11-07
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July-2011
A 115000 GT bul k c arri er i s t o m ake a lo aded p assage
ass age bet ween Valparai
Valp araiso
so (Chil e) to Yokoh
Yok ohama
ama (Jap an),
carryi ng a cargo of p hosph ates and is expected to have a departure draught o f 16.6 16.6 metres.
metres.
The vessel carries navig ation equip ment as per statute and has a service speed of 16.0 16.0 knots. The vessel is
st
due to depart Valparaiso on th e 1 September.
1. The
The vessel is to use the following departure
departure and landfall position s.
1. P
A 33 03.0 S 071 48.0 W
B 35 18.0 N 139 42.0 E
211 30.0 E
DLon = P 148 30.0 W
V
PA = 90 ± Lat A = 90 + 33 03.0 = 123 03.0
PB = 90 ± Lat A = 90 – 35 18.0 = 54 42.0 B
a)
cos AB = cos P x sin PA x sin PB + cos PA x cos
c os PB
-1
AB = cos (cos 148 30 x sin 123 03 x sin 54 42 + cos 123 03 x cos
54 42)
AB = 153 57 05.45 x 60
Dis = 9237.1 NM A
b)
A = tan Lat B ÷ tan DLon = tan 35 18 ÷ tan 148 30 = -1.155415399
-1.155415399 = 1.155415399 N
B = tan Lat A ÷ sin DLon = tan 33 03 ÷ sin 148 30 = 1.245264647 S
C = A ± B = 1.155415399 N - 1.245264647 S = -0.08984924793 = 0.08984924793 S
-1 -1
ICo BA = tan (1 ÷ C ÷ cos Lat B) = tan (1 ÷ 0.08984924793 ÷ cos 35 18) = 85 48 21.76 = S 86 E
FCo = N 86 W
FCo = 274
c)
P
sin PV = cos (90 – B) x cos (90 – PB)
-1
PV = sin (cos (90 – 85 48 21.76) x cos (90 – 54 42))
PV = 54 29 01.98 ~ 90
Lat V = 35 31.0 N
V B
V
sin (90 – PB) = tan (90 – B) x tan (90 – P)
tan (90 – P) = sin (90 – PB) ÷ tan (90 – B)
-1
P = 90 – tan (sin (90 – 54 42) ÷ tan (90 - 85 48 21.76)) BV PV
P = DLon BV = 007 13 55.57 W
90-B 90-P
Lon V = Lon B ± DLon = 139 42.0 E – 007 13.9 W
Lon V = 132 28.1 E 90-PB
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July-2011
A 115000 GT bul k c arri er i s t o m ake a lo aded p assage
ass age bet ween Valparai
Valp araiso
so (Chil e) to Yokoh
Yok ohama
ama (Jap an),
carryi ng a cargo of p hosph ates and is expected to have a departure draught o f 16.6 16.6 metres.
metres.
The vessel carries navig ation equip ment as per statute and has a service speed of 16.0 16.0 knots. The vessel is
st
due to depart Valparaiso on th e 1 September.
1. The
The vessel is to use the following departure
departure and landfall position s.
1. P
A 33 03.0 S 071 48.0 W
B 35 18.0 N 139 42.0 E
211 30.0 E
DLon = P 148 30.0 W
V
PA = 90 ± Lat A = 90 + 33 03.0 = 123 03.0
PB = 90 ± Lat A = 90 – 35 18.0 = 54 42.0 B
a)
cos AB = cos P x sin PA x sin PB + cos PA x cos
c os PB
-1
AB = cos (cos 148 30 x sin 123 03 x sin 54 42 + cos 123 03 x cos
54 42)
AB = 153 57 05.45 x 60
Dis = 9237.1 NM A
b)
A = tan Lat B ÷ tan DLon = tan 35 18 ÷ tan 148 30 = -1.155415399
-1.155415399 = 1.155415399 N
B = tan Lat A ÷ sin DLon = tan 33 03 ÷ sin 148 30 = 1.245264647 S
C = A ± B = 1.155415399 N - 1.245264647 S = -0.08984924793 = 0.08984924793 S
-1 -1
ICo BA = tan (1 ÷ C ÷ cos Lat B) = tan (1 ÷ 0.08984924793 ÷ cos 35 18) = 85 48 21.76 = S 86 E
FCo = N 86 W
FCo = 274
c)
P
sin PV = cos (90 – B) x cos (90 – PB)
-1
PV = sin (cos (90 – 85 48 21.76) x cos (90 – 54 42))
PV = 54 29 01.98 ~ 90
Lat V = 35 31.0 N
V B
V
sin (90 – PB) = tan (90 – B) x tan (90 – P)
tan (90 – P) = sin (90 – PB) ÷ tan (90 – B)
-1
P = 90 – tan (sin (90 – 54 42) ÷ tan (90 - 85 48 21.76)) BV PV
P = DLon BV = 007 13 55.57 W
90-B 90-P
Lon V = Lon B ± DLon = 139 42.0 E – 007 13.9 W
Lon V = 132 28.1 E 90-PB
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th
2 On the morning o f the 11 September the OOW makes the following simultaneous celestial observations:
a) Determin
Determin e the direction of th e positi on li ne and
and th e intercept fo r the SUN.
SUN. (15)
(15)
b) Determin
Determin e the latitud e at the time of th e observation of t he Venus
Venus . (15)
(15)
c) Determin
Determin e, by graphic al means,
means, th e vessel’s po sit ion at 0900
0900 hrs. (10)
a)
Ship Time 11 09:00 Zone Time?
Zone Number 08 121 42 W ÷ 15 =08:07
Universal Time 11 17:00
CT 17:06:28
CE 00:03:16 Slow
UT 17:09:44
SA 43 39.3
IE 00 02.4 Off +
OA 43 41.7
Dip –06.2
AA 43 35.5
TC 00 15.0
TA 43 50.5
TZD 46 09.5
CZD 46 03.9
Int 00 05.6 A
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b)
Dec N 16 10.7
d 0.8 -00.1
Dec N 16 10.6
SA 62 17.7
IE 00 02.4 Off +
OA 62 20.1
D -06.2
AA 62 13.9
TC -00.5
AC 00 00.0
TA 62 13.4
TZD 27 46.6
Dec 16 10.6
Lat 11 36.0 S
AP Lat 11 40.0 S
Int 00 04.0 N
c) Dep = 7.2 NM W
OP
7.2 W
072
4.0 N
AP
5.6 A
AP 121 42.0 W
DLon 000 07.4 W
OP 121 49.4 W
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th
3 On the 20 September, whil st in p osi tion 17 15 N 164 30 E, the vessel receives th e followi ng typ hoon
advis ory f rom the Japanese Weather Centre:
2020000UT
Typhoon Charlie
Posi tion 15 00 N 167 30 E
Track 295 (T)
Speed of advance 12 kno ts
Winds 55 kno ts out to 120 miles
95 knots within 70 miles
a) Draw a plan view of a northern hemisphere TRS showing all the salient features and indicating the likely
paths. (9)
b) i) Determine t he range and bearing o f t he sto rm c entre at 20 0000 UT. (6)
ii ) Determine, with t he aid of a sketch, whether th e vessel li es North or South o f the for ecast track. (5)
c) Describe th e changes that would be observed durin g the next 12 hours with respect to EACH of th e
following:
i) wind di rection and strength; (6)
ii) swell height and direction; (5)
ii i) barometric p ressure. (5)
d) State the possi ble actio ns th at are available to the Master to ensu re the vessel cl ears th e area as fast as
possib le and avoids the worst effects of th e storm. (10)
a)
Trough Line
Vertex Advance Rear
Right Dangerous
Quadrant
Left Probable
Paths.
Danger
Sector.
Navigable Semicircle
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b) i)
Vessel 17 15 N 164 30 E
TRS 15 00 N 167 30 E
d 02 15 S 003 00 E
135 180
ii)
Vessel
128
295
20 00:00
Vessel
Relative track
144 NM
120 NM
55 kn
20 12:00
128 x 219 NM
70 NM
95 kn
295
Swell
TRS
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20 00:00 Vessel is outside the storm field.
i) Wind Direction.
20 00:00 NE x 20 kn
Backing to North at the edge of the storm field, then veering steadily and increasing.
20 12:00 NE x 80 kn.
iii) Pressure.
20 00:00 Diurnal variation apparent.
Pressure normal for area and season.
Diurnal Variation disappearing then pressure decreasing, with increasing Tendency.
20 12:00 approximately 15 hPa below Normal for area and season.
d) Actions.
1. Steer with wind on Starboard Bow to move away from Path and TRS and eventually reach rear of Trough Line.
Speed will be less than Service Speed, and less than option 2 due to head weather.
2. Steer with wind on Starboard Quarter to cross path into Navigable Semicircle and then move away from Path and
TRS and eventually reach rear of Trough Line.
Speed will be less than Service Speed due to weather.
In both cases:
Proceed at maximum practicable speed.
Alter Course to maintain relative wind direction.
Report in accordance with SOLAS.
Monitor changes in meteorological elements, and be prepared to alter action if circumstances change due to altered
TRS movement.
4 Whilst taking evasive action to avoid the storm one of the engine room ratings falls and breaks a leg. The
Master decides to th at the rating needs immedi ate attentio n and makes contact with a US warship at 0830 hrs
st
UT on th e 21 September.
The vessel’ s cu rrent po sit ion is 21 30.0N 167 24.0E. The warship is in posi tion 24 54.0N 172 36.0E.
It is agreed to rendezvous at sunrise the following day with own vessel maintaining a course of 345(T) and at
a maximum sp eed of 18 knots.
a)
Start 21 08:30 UT
ZN 11 167 24 E ÷ 15 to nearest hour
21 19:30 ZT
RV 22 06:00 ZT approximately
SR 22 06:00 UT@G approximately
SR
30 N 20 05:47 23 05:49
20 N 20 05:48 23 05:49
21 30 N 20 05:48 23 05:49
21 30 N 22 05:49 UT at G By Inspection
LIT 11:10 167 24 E ÷ 15
SR 21 18:39 UT at RV
ZN 11
SR 22 05:39 ZT at RV
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SR 21 18:39 UT at RV
Start 21 08:30 UT
PT 10:09 x 18.0 kn
Dis 182.7 NM
DLat Dis x cos Co = 182.7 x cos 345 = 176.5 ÷ 60 = 02 56.5 N
MLat = Lat ± DLat ÷ 2 = 21 30 + 02 56.5 ÷ 2 =22 58 14.24 N
Dep = Dis x sin Co = 182.7 x sin 345 = 47.3 W
DLon = Dep ÷ cos MLat = 47.3 ÷ cos 22 58 14.24 = 51 21 31.41 W = 000 51.4 W
SR
30 N 20 05:47 23 05:49
20 N 20 05:48 23 05:49
24 26.5 N 20 05:48 23 05:49
24 26.5 N 22 05:49 UT at G By Inspection
LIT 11:06 166 32.6 E ÷ 15
SR 21 18:43 UT at RV
b)
SR 21 18:43 UT at RV
Start 21 08:30 UT
PT 10:13 x 18.0 kn
Dis 183.9 NM
DLat Dis x cos Co = 183.9 x cos 345 = 177.6 ÷ 60 = 02 57.6 N
MLat = Lat ± DLat ÷ 2 = 21 30 + 02 57. 6 ÷ 2 =22 58 49.01 N
Dep = Dis x sin Co = 183.9 x sin 345 = 47.6 W
DLon = Dep ÷ cos MLat = 47.6 ÷ cos 22 58 49.01 = 51 41 59.11 W = 000 51.7 W
c)
W 24 54.0 N 172 36.0 E
RV 24 27.6 N 166 32.3 E
d 00 26.4 S 006 03.7 W
26.4 S 363.7 W
5 a) Several public ations cont ain guidance to Masters o n determining t he compositi on of the Bridge team
under varying operational condition s.
Outline TEN factors that should be considered by the Master when determining appropriate manning levels
necessary o n th e bridg e. (20)
b) Describe FIVE items of information t hat the Pilot sho uld t ell the Master, when proceeding up river to the
bert h. (10)
a)
Visibility, state of weather and sea.
Traffic density and other activities occurring in the area in which the vessel is navigating.
The attention necessary when navigating in or near traffic separation schemes or other routeing measures.
The additional workload caused by the nature of the ship’s functions, immediate operating requirements and
anticipated manoeuvres.
The fitness for duty of any crew members on call who are assigned as members of the watch.
Knowledge of, and confidence in, the professional competence of the ship’s officers and crew.
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The experience of each officer of the navigational watch, and the familiarity of that officer with the ship’s equipment,
procedures, and manoeuvring capability.
Activities taking place on board the ship at any particular time, including radio communication activities, and the
availability of assistance to be summoned immediately to the bridge when necessary.
The operational status of bridge instrumentation and controls, including alarm systems.
Rudder and propeller control and ship manoeuvring characteristics.
The size of the ship and the field of vision available from the conning position.
The configuration of the bridge, to the extent that such configuration might inhibit a member of the watch from
detecting by sight or hearing any external development.
b)
Pilot boarding instructions. Time of boarding. Position of boarding. Side of embarkation. Approach course and speed.
Boarding arrangement required.
Berth and tug details. Intended berth. Berthing prospects. Side alongside. Transit time to berth. Tug rendezvous
position. Number of tugs. Tug arrangement. Bollard pull of tugs.
Local weather and sea conditions. Tidal heights and times. Currents. Forecast weather.
Passage Plan. Detail to include abort points and contingency plans.
Regulations. VTS reporting. Anchor and lookout attendance. Maximum allowable draught.
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March-2011
An 10000 GT general cargo vessel is to make a loaded passage between Charleston (South Carolina,
USA) to Odessa (Ukraine) calling at Nouakchott (Mauretania) and Istanbul (Turkey) en route
The vessel's owners have indicated they require a service speed of 19.0 knots.
1. The vessel's owners have requested that it follows the shortest possible route between Charleston
and Nouakchott, using the following positions for the ocean passage.
(b) Determine the latitude and longitude of the vessel at the northernmost point along the
track. (20)
(c) Determine the distance off the island of Bermuda (32°21'N 64°48'W) when the vessel crosses
longitude 64°48'W, stating whether the vessel passes North or South of the island. (10)
PA = 90 00 – 32 48 = 57 12
PB = 90 00 – 18 03 = 71 57
P = 79 51 – 16 18 = 063 33 E
R A = 50 ÷ tan 32 48 = 78 mm
R B = 50 ÷ tan 16 48 = 153 mm
V
W
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A = tan Lat A ÷ tan DLon = tan 32 48 ÷ tan 063 33 = 0.320… S
B = tan Lat B ÷ sin DLon = tan 18 03 ÷ sin 063 33 = 0.363… N P
C = A ± B = 0.320… - 0.363… = 0.043… N
ICo = tan-1 (1 ÷ C ÷ cos Lat A) = 87 54 43.26
A V
sin mid = cos opp x cos opp V
sin PV = cos (90 – A) x cos (90 – PA)
PV = sin-1 (cos (90 – 87 54 43.26) x cos (90 – 57 12))
PV AV
PV = 57 08 27.67 ~ 90
Lat V = 32 51.5 N 90-P 90-A
c)
P
P = Lon V ± Lon W = 075 59 58.76 W – 064 48 W = 011 11 58.76 E
PW = 90 – 32 21 = 57 39
2 Prior to departure the Master decides to increase the passing distance to 30 miles due south of
Bermuda due to the fact that the island is surrounded by low lying islands, banks and reefs on which
there are numerous wrecks and obstructions.
At the vessel’s intended service speed it will be due to pass Bermuda approx 2 hours after sunrise
on the 13th September.
The OOW obtains the following observations during morning twilight on the 13th under clear skies,
good visibility and calm seas. The vessel was steaming at 19 knots on a course of 0950(T).
a) Determine the vessel's position at 0600 hrs. using a DR position of 31°45'N 62024'W
to work each sight. (25)
(b) At 0620 hrs the OOW obtains a radar range and bearing of what is thought to be one of the low
lying islands south of Bermuda at a range of 26 miles.
The vessel's GPS receiver puts the vessel 0.5 miles to the south of the vessel's charted track, the
radar observation puts the vessel 4 miles to the south of the track and the celestial observation
above puts the vessel approximately 10 miles to the north of the vessel's track.
Discuss the reliability of EACH of the above observations. (I5)
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(c) State, with reasons, what action should be taken by the OOW to ensure that the Master's orders,
regarding the passing distance off Bermuda, are complied with. (5)
Plot.
DLat = 7.9 N
Dep = 1.5 E
MLat = 31 45 + 00 07.9 ÷ 2 = 31 48 57
DLon = Dep ÷ cos MLat = 1.5 ÷ cos 31 48 57 = 1.8 E
b)
c) The OOW should inform the Master of the discrepancies between the positions.
The Celestial Position should be taken as accurate, it is also the worst case from a safety perspective.
Course should be set from the Celestial Position to pass 30 NM clear to the south of Bermuda.
The GPS should be checked for performance, signal strength and possible switch to DR navigation.
Further celestial observations should be taken, Sun, Moon and Venus if available, to confirm the vessel’s
position.
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3 The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency publish guidance to mariners in the form of Marine
Guidance Notes (MGN's).
Outline the current MCA guidance regarding EACH of the following topics:
(a) the precautions to be observed when using parallel indexing techniques on a modern marine
radar: (15)
(b) the dangers of a misaligned heading marker; (3)
(c) the procedures for rectifying a misaligned heading marker: (12)
(d) the alarms that must be fitted to ECDIS systems to ensure safety of navigation. (l0)
b) Misalignment of the heading marker, even if only slightly, can lead to dangerously misleading
interpretation of potential collision situations, particularly in restricted visibility when targets are
approaching from ahead or fine on own ship’s bow.
d) ECDIS alarms:
Crossing safety contour
Deviation from route
Positioning system failure
Approach to critical point
Malfunction of ECDIS
Different geodetic datum
Area with special conditions.
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4 The vessel arrives in Istanbul and anchors to await a pilot, prior to transiting the Bosporus on the
northbound passage to Odessa. The Bosporus is covered by a Traffic Separation Scheme for its entire
length and in places the passage is extremely narrow (only 8 cables wide from shore to shore). The
passage is also very shallow in places with numerous banks, shoals and wrecks.
It is also dangerous due to the fact that there are strong currents, sharp bends and frequent close
quarters situations during the transit.
(a) Describe the preparations to be made on the bridge prior to undertaking such a passage. (20)
(b) Discuss THREE factors that the master must take into consideration regarding the
manoeuvrability of the vessel during the transit. (9)
(c) Outline the precautions that should be taken in the event of an engine or steering gear failure.(6)
a) Appraisal
Sources of information to be consulted.
Charts, Sailing Directions, Light Lists, Current Atlas, Tidal Atlas, Tide Tables, Notices to Mariners,
publications detailing traffic separation and other routeing schemes, radio aids to navigation, vessel
reporting schemes and VTS requirements.
Appropriate meteorological information.
Planning
Prepare a detailed plan of the passage.
This should cover the whole passage, from berth to berth, and include all waters where a pilot will be on
board.
Depending on circumstances, the main details of the plan should be marked in appropriate and
prominent places on the charts to be used during the passage.
They should also be programmed and stored electronically on an ECDIS or RCDS where fitted.
The main details of the passage plan should also be recorded in a bridge notebook used specially for this
purpose to allow reference to details of the plan at the conning position without the need to consult the
chart.
Supporting information relative to the passage, such as times of high and low water, or of sunrise or
sunset, should also be recorded in this notebook.
b)
Vessel.
Speed, turning circle, draught, beam, trim.
Channel.
Depth and width.
Underkeel clearance, effects of squat, bank effect on course keeping.
Effects of tidal stream and / or currents altering speed over the ground.
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Traffic.
Interaction with passing and overtaking / overtaken vessels.
c) Inform Master.
Engine failure
Steer toward safest water.
Prepare to anchor if practicable.
Both
Exhibit NUC lights and shapes.
Sound appropriate signals.
Broadcast Urgency messages if appropriate.
5 The vessel is approaching the pilot boarding station, off Odessa, in restricted visibility at a
speed of 12 knots. The vessel is steering 355°(T) and the engine is on manoeuvring.
Between 0555 hrs and 0615 hrs the OOW obtains a radar plot, of three targets, as shown on
Worksheet Q5.
(a) Prepare a full report on EACH target. (15)
(b) Outline the vessel's most appropriate course of action to resolve the situation for EACH target.(9)
(c) Determine the alteration of course and/or speed, at 0620 hrs. which would result in target B
passing at a distance of 1.4 miles. (6)
Not e: assume a l t e r a t i o n s o f c o ur s e and speed h a v e i n st a n t a n e ou s e f f e c t
(d) Determine the range and bearing of targets A and C when target B is abeam, having taken the
action determined in Q5( c). (10)
a)
Target A B C
Bearing 070 141 304
Tendency Drawing Forward Drawing Forward Drawing Aft
Range 6.0 3.8 6.4
Tendency Decreasing Decreasing Decreasing
CPA Bearing 351 062 217
CPA Range 1.0 0.8 0.2
Time to CPA 00:46 00:30 00:34
Time of CPA 07:01 06:45 06:49
True Course 322 346 057
Speed 13.5 19.5 9.6
Aspect R 072 R 025 G 067
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b)
Treating each target in isolation.
A Alter Course to Starboard to increase CPA.
B Stop and allow to pass.
C Alter Course to Starboard to increase CPA.
c)
AP = OA x Time Interval ÷ Plot Interval
B = 2.5 x 00:05 ÷ 00:20 = 0.6 NM
d)
Time to Abeam = PQ ÷ WA x Plot Interval
T = 2.6 ÷ 6.5 x 00:20 = 00:08
A 051 x 5.0 NM
C 318 x 5.0 NM
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November-2010
A 58,000 GT bulk carrier is engaged on a long term charter to carry phosphates between, Yap and
Prince Rupert (British Columbia, Canada).The vessel is equipped with all aids to navigation as per
statutory requirements and is to make a loaded passage northbound in September.
1 The vessel departs Yap and follows the recommended route from Ocean Passages of the World
to the Dixon Entrance as per Datasheets Q 1 ( 1 ) and Q 1 (2).
Using the following positions as departure and landfall positions:
Departure Position 9°28'.0N 138° 09'.0E
Landfall Position 54°30'.0N 132° 30'.0W
(b) If the vessel leaves the departure position at 0400 ST on the I2th September, determine the ETA
at the Dixon Entrance assuming the vessel will be on Standard Time for Prince Rupert at that time.
(8)
DP
a
i) cos AB = cos P x sin PA x sin PB + cos PA x cos PB
AB = cos-1 (cos P x sin PA x sin PB + cos PA x cos PB)
AB = cos-1 (cos 089 21 x sin 80 32 x sin 35 30 + cos 80 32 x cos 35 30)
AB = 81 55 44.7 x 60 = 4915.74504
Dis = 4915.7 NM
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ii) ICo BA
A = tan Lat ÷ tan LHA = tan Lat B ÷ tan DLon = tan 54 30 ÷ tan 089 21 = 0.01590528124 S
B = tan Dec ÷ sin LHA = tan Lat A ÷ sin DLon = tan 09 28 ÷ sin 089 21 = 0.1667553297 N
C = A ± B = 0.01590528124 S - 0.1667553297 N = -0.1508500484 = 0.1508500484 N
tan Az = 1 ÷ C ÷ cos Lat
ICo BA = tan-1 (1 ÷ C ÷ cos Lat B) = tan-1 (1 ÷ 0.1508500484 ÷ cos 54 30) = N 84 59 37.4 W
FCo = S 85.0 E
P
FCo = 095
iii)
Lat V = 54 39.3 N BV PV
b)
Dep 09-12 04:00 ST
TD 10:00 – (Not in Question or Almanac, provided in Examination, ZN 09:00 is acceptable)
Dep 09-11 18:00 UT
PT 13 05:09 4915.7 ÷ 15.5 = 317:09 = 13 05:09
Arr 09-24 23:09 UT
TD 08:00 –
Arr 09-24 15:09 ST
Daylight Saving Time may be kept, it is Summer, question states Standard Time.
a)
i)
A Japan Current
B Kamchatka Current
C California Current
D North Pacific Current
E North Equatorial Current
F Equatorial Counter Current.
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ii)
The North Pacific Current is relatively warm and prevents ice formation in the area concerned, therefore
the Maximum Limit of Sea Ice is North of the Aleutian Islands.
The flow of currents is such that no ice bergs are carried into the area concerned.
b) i) Low approximately 50 N
High centred approximately 35 N 150 W
Low ITCZ approximately 10 N
iii) Not on this chart, North of the Bering Strait. Northern Hemisphere, September, Summer.
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3 Whilst on passage south of the Aleutian Islands the vessel encounters severe weather and a
crew member suffers a serious head injury whilst securing equipment on deck.
At 0800 hrs UT on the 21st September. whilst in position 52° 48'.0N, 166° 24'.0W the Master makes
contact with a US Coastguard cutter in position 55° 18'.0N , 163° 06'.0W and agrees to rendezvous
at sunrise the following morning to effect the transfer of the casualty to the cutter.
It is agreed that the bulk carrier will maintain a course of 055° (T) and speed of 13.5 knots.
Determine EACH of the following:
(a) the UT of sunrise; (15)
(b) the rendezvous position: (10)
(c) the course and speed required by the coastguard cutter to make the rendezvous. (10)
a) Start 21 08:00 UT
ZN 11:00 LIT = 166 24 ÷ 15 = 11:06
Start 20 21:00 ZT
SR
54 N 20 05:42 23 05:47
52 N 20 05:42 23 05:47
52 48 21 05:44 UTaG 05:42 + 00:05 ÷ 3
LIT 11:06 166 24 ÷ 15 West, later.
SR 21 16:50 UT
ST 21 08:00 UT
SR 21 16:50 UT
PT 08:50
SR
54 N 20 05:42 23 05:47
52 N 20 05:42 23 05:47
52 56 21 05:44 UTaG 05:42 + 00:05 ÷ 3
LIT 10:55 163 40.3 ÷ 15 West, later.
SR 21 16:39 UT
b) ST 21 08:00 UT
SR 21 16:39 UT
PT 08:39
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Dis = Sp x Tim = 13.5 x 08:39 = 116.775 NM
DLat = Dis x cos Co = 116.7… x cos 055 = 66.97… ÷ 60 = 01 07.0 N
MLat = Lat A ± DLat ÷ 2 = 52 48 N + 01 07.0 N ÷ 2 = 53 21 29.38
Dep = Dis x sin Co = 116.7… x sin 055 = 95.6… NM
DLon = Dep ÷ cos MLat = 95.6…÷ cos 53 21 29.38 = 160.2… ÷ 60 = 002 40.3 E
4 (a) State the specific responsibilities of EACH of the following when operating together as a
bridge team:
(i) the Master: (8)
(ii) the Pilot: (6)
(iii ) the Officer of the Watch. (6)
(b) State the additional responsibilities of the OOW when the master is not present on the bridge
when a pilot is on board. (5)
(c) With reference to Master/Pilot exchange, outline FIVE items of information that:
(i ) the Master should give to the Pilot immediately on reaching the bridge; (10)
(ii) the Pilot should give to the Master immediately on reaching the bridge. (10)
a) i) Master.
In Command, makes executive decisions about the conduct of the passage.
Monitors performance of the Pilot, assessing the validity of the Pilot’s advice.
Monitors performance of the OOW, assessing the validity of information provided.
Monitors performance of Ratings.
May delegate conduct of the passage to the Pilot, but retains overall responsibility.
ii) Pilot.
Informs the Master of details of the port.
Informs the Master of the proposed conduct of the passage.
Advises the Master as to the conduct of the passage.
iii) OOW.
Monitors the vessel’s position, course and speed; and relates to the Passage Plan.
Informs the Master of progress related to the Passage Plan.
Informs the Master of any deviation from the Passage Plan.
Monitors the performance of Ratings.
b) OOW becomes the Master’s representative and assumes the responsibilities stated above.
Informs the Master of progress as required.
Informs the Master if there is any concern as to the conduct of the passage.
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c) i) Ship’s head, speed, engine setting.
Pilot Card, vessel’s dimensions, bulbous bow, thrusters, draught, displacement, air draft,
manoeuvring characteristics, anchor details, type and cable length.
Defects of Bridge equipment and machinery.
Intended Passage Plan to Berth.
Pilot’s LSA.
ii) Identity.
Passage Plan to berth; speed variations, areas of shallow water or other features requiring
particular care, tide and / or current conditions, weather conditions, use of tugs and mooring boats,
berth and side alongside, mooring pattern.
New hazards to navigation; shoals, wrecks, special operations.
Traffic expected, particularly dredgers, restricted craft, deep draught vessels.
New local regulations affecting the passage, reporting requirements.
5 The vessel completes cargo operations with a draft of 15.4 metres and en route to the open sea
is required to cross a shoal patch with a charted depth of 12.0 meters, in the approaches to
Cleveland Passage (ATT 8656). The Master requires that a minimum UKC of 1.2 metres is maintained
at all times.
The vessel is due to transit the passage on the PM ebb tide on the 2nd August.
(a) Using Worksheet Q5, determine the latest time that the vessel can cross the shoal. (25)
(b) State, giving reasons, how much reliance the Master should place on the tidal data obtained in
Q5(a).(5)
(c) Determine the next tide the vessel can safely transit the Cleveland Passage, if the vessel is
delayed by 48 hours leaving the berth. (10)
Waterline
Draft 15.4 HoT 4.6
Keel CD
UKC 1.2
Charted Depth 12.0
Sea Bed
Draft 15.4
UKC 1.2 +
CD 12.0 –
HoT 4.6
T H
HW LW HW LW
SPP 02 16:40 02 23:00 6.5 1.3
- SC 8850 - -0.1 - -0.1
SPU 6.6 1.4
D -00:40 -00:40 -1.7 -1.2
2PU 4.9 0.2
SC 8656 -0.1 -0.1
2PP 02 16:00 02 22:20 4.8 0.1
02 16:00
Duration 06:20
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6.5 6.6 5.2
-1.7 ? -1.5
BI -1.7
HW 02 16:00
Interval +00:52
Tim 02 16:52
(The Master should also consider the factors which may affect the Predicted Height and Time of Tide, and
actual UKC.
Atmospheric Pressure. High pressure reduces, Low Pressure increases water level.
Wind. onshore or offshore, may affect height and timing of tides.
Seiches.
Negative surge.
Accuracy of surveys.)
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c)Time at SP
Depart 02 PM Ebb
Delay 02
Depart 04 PM Ebb
Predicted Height at SP
MHWS MHWN
SPU 6.5 5.2
SC -0.1 -0.1
SPP 6.4 5.1
Predicted Height at 2P
MHWS MHWN
SPU 6.5 5.2
Dif -1.7 -1.5
2PU 4.8 3.7
SC -0.1 -0.1
2PP 4.7 3.6
Require 4.6 at 2P
No tide up to 08-15.
After 08-15
SC for SP unchanged.
SC for 2P now 0.0
Predicted Height at 2P
MHWS MHWN
SPU 6.5 5.2
Dif -1.7 -1.5
2PU 4.8 3.7
SC 0.0 0.0
2PP 4.8 3.7
Require 4.6 at 2P
Next Tide
08-24 HW 22:55 6.2
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July-2010
Marks for each part question are shown in brackets
All questions refer to the vessel described below.
A 70000 GT bulk carrier is to make a loaded passage between Iquique (Chile) to Hobart (Tasmania)
via the Cook Strait (New Zealand).
The vessel will discharge part of the cargo of sulphate in Wellington (North Island New Zealand).
The vessel's owners have indicated they require a service speed of 14.0 knots.
On departure Iquique the vessel is overloaded with respect to her Winter displacement by 340
tonnes and is expected to consume 36 tonnes of fuel and 10 tonnes of water per day on passage.
1. The following departure and landfall positions should be used for the passage to
Wellington:
Departure position Iquique 20° 15'.0S 70° 20'.OW
Landfall position Wellington 41° 42'.0 175°18'.OE
W
A
W?
L V A
P
P
PA = 90 – 20 15 = 69 45 V
PB = 90 – 41 42 = 48 18
PV = 90 – 33 00 = 57 00 = PW
AVV PV
sin mid = cos opp x cos opp
sin (90 – PA) = cos AV x cos PV
AV = cos-1 (sin (90 – PA) ÷ cos PV) 90 - A 90 - P
AV = cos-1 (sin (90 – 69 45) ÷ cos 57 00)
AV = 50 32 35.03 x 60 = 3032.583877 NM 90 - PA
Dis AV = 3032.6 NM
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b) Datasheet Q1 shows a Loadline Zone with Southern Winter Seasonal Zone south of 33 S, Winter from
16 April to 5 October, therefore Winter in June.
The vessel may not legally cross 33 S to higher latitude until she is below her Winter displacement.
AW = 2483.478261 ÷ 60 = 41 23 28.7
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c) Daylight Saving Time may be kept at both ports, it is winter, question states ST.
Dep 05 03:00 ST
TD 04:00 +
Dep 05 07:00 UT
PT 17 03:59 5767.7 NM at 14.0 kn
Arr 22 10:59 UT
TD 12:00 +
Arr 22 22:59 ST
2 On the evening of the 13th June, whilst in DR position 28°42'.0S 94°36'.0W the Master
requests the OOW to obtain a set of star sights to check the vessel's GPS receiver. The vessel clocks
are on UT -6hrs and the vessel is steaming on a course of 235°(T) at 14 knots. Weather conditions
are clear with some low broken cloud cover to the Northwest of the vessel.
(a) Calculate the UT of civil twilight for an evening star sight. (6)
(b) The OOW obtains the following results:
a) CT
30 S 13 17:33 UT at G
20 S 13 17:52 UT at G
T1 00:17 10 00, 08 42, 00:19
28 42 S 13 17:35 UT at G
LIT 06:18 094 36 ÷ 15
CT 13 23:53 UT
b) i)
Transfers Intercepts TA - CA
Can (18:00 – 17:45) x 14.0 = 3.5 F -3.9 A
Arc (18:00 – 17:50) x 14.0 = 2.3 F -1.4 A
Alp (18:00 – 17:58) x 14.0 = 0.5 F +5.9 T
Ant (18:00 – 18:15) x 14.0 = 3.5 B -5.7 A
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ii) CT 23:53 UT
ZN 06:00
CT 17:53 ZT
Canopus, Arcturus, and Alphard are the most suitable for determining the vessel’s position.
They have been observed close to Civil Twilight.
They are of reasonable brightness.
They have a good range of bearings.
Their altitudes are reasonable.
Antares has been observed late, the horizon may be indistinct; and has a low altitude, more susceptible
to abnormal refraction.
c)
DLat 7.3 N
Dep 0.8 E
AP Lat 28 42.0 S
DLat 00 07.3 N
OP Lat 28 34.7 S
3 Vessels approaching the coast of New Zealand often have problems in making a landfall due to
heavy cloud cover and poor visibility in winter.
(a) List the factors that should be taken into account when planning a landfall after a long ocean
passage. (12)
(b) Discuss SIX of the most important factors to be taken into account when choosing a safe
anchorage. (18)
a)
Availability of celestial observations during approach.
Probable visibility.
Ranges of available lights.
Probability of other lights which may obscure navigational lights.
Availability of radar targets for position fixing.
Height and profile of coastal features.
Strength and direction of tidal streams.
Strength and direction of currents.
Strength and direction of prevailing winds.
Availability of large scale charts.
Water depths in the area.
Available methods for ascertaining and monitoring position.
Ease of identifying features of shoreline.
Probable traffic density.
Probable time of day of landfall.
Probability of ice in the area.
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Nature of coastline, ease of identifying landfall.
Currency of relevant publications.
b)
Availability of recommended anchorage from relevant publications.
Recommended anchorage will have been carefully surveyed and should be most suitable.
Depth of water.
Must be adequate for the vessel's draught at all states of the tide, and over the whole area of the
swinging circle.
Must not be too deep for recovery of the anchor.
Availability of marks for position fixing during approach and while at anchor.
Readily identifiable marks in appropriate directions will improve precision of approach and of
position monitoring.
4 The vessel is approaching the entrance to Wellington Harbour in heavy seas and poor visibility,
estimated to be 2 miles.
The OOW commences plotting three radar targets, at 0300hrs and obtains the following radar plot
over a 15 minute period as shown on Worksheet Q4.
The vessel is steering 315°.(T) at 10 knots and target B is known to be an island, with deep clear
water all around.
(a) Prepare a full report on targets A and C. (15)
(b) Determine the effect of any set and drift the vessel may be experiencing. (6)
(c) Determine the alteration of course that should be made at 0320hrs to ensure that ALL targets
pass at a distance of at least 1.5 miles. (15)
(d) If the vessel alters 50° to starboard at 0325hrs, find EACH of the following:
(a) the new CPA of Target B; (6)
(b) the time when Target B should be sighted visually. (8)
a)
WO = 10 kn x 00:15 = 2.5 NM
TtCPA
A 3.6 ÷ 1.8 x 00:15 = 00:30
C 3.3 ÷ 2.0 x 00:15 = 00:25
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Speed
A 2.0 ÷ 00:15 = 8.0 kn
C 4.2 ÷ 00:15 =16.8 kn
A C
Bearing 003 179
Tendency Drawing Forward Drawing Forward
Range 3.6 3.2
Tendency Decreasing Decreasing
CPA Bearing 278 268
CPA Range 0.3 NM 0.1 NM
Time to CPA 00:30 00:25
Time of CPA 03:45 03:40
Target Course 270 334
Target Speed 8.0 kn 16.8 kn
Aspect R087 G025
The effect of the Set and Drift is to alter the vessel's Course Made Good to 327 and her Speed Over the
Ground to 7.2 kn.
(Set 109
Drift 0.8 NM in 00:15
Rate 3.2 kn)
c)
AP
A 1.8 nm x 00:05 ÷ 00:15 = 0.6
B 1.8 nm x 00:05 ÷ 00:15 = 0.6
C 2.0 nm x 00:05 ÷ 00:15 = 0.7
Plot
Alter course:
A Starboard 33
B Starboard 33
C Starboard 26
d)
AQ
B 1.8 nm x 00:10 ÷ 00:15 = 1.2
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5 Tropical Revolving Storms are common at certain times of the year in the South Pacific Ocean,
especially to the North of New Zealand and off the East Coast of Australia.
(a) Sketch a plan view of a TRS in the Western South Pacific Ocean, indicating the likely
track prior to and after recurving. (12)
(b) Outline the actions that should be taken by the Master in EACH of the following scenarios,
assuming that the storm has recurved:
(i) the vessel is to the north of the storms track but within the storm field; (5)
(ii) the vessel is to the south of the storms track but within the storm field; (5)
(iii) the vessel is in the path of the storm. (3)
(c) Compile a set of Masters standing orders for use when the vessel encounters heavy weather for
EACH of the following:
(i) the OOW; (7)
(ii) general standing orders which are relevant to the safety of the vessel. (8)
a)
Tropical Revolving Storm
Southern Hemisphere Navigable Semicircle
Track
Path Eye /
Vortex
Dangerous
Quadrant
Vertex
Trough Line
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b) After recurving.
In all cases the action should be such as will take the vessel away from the Eye and the Path.
i) North of Path / Track.
Vessel is in Dangerous Quadrant / Semicircle.
Steam with wind on the Port Bow, at maximum speed, altering course to maintain relative wind
direction.
This will take the vessel away from the Eye and Path.
c)
i)
Standing Orders. Heavy Weather. OOW.
(Alerting personnel and initiating precautionary measures.)
Call me at any time that weather deteriorates to the extent of causing concern.
Decrease in Atmospheric Pressure.
Wind greater than Beaufort Force 6.
Waves of sufficient height to cause water to be shipped on deck.
Check for fresh forecasts indicating probable severity of conditions.
Inform Heads of Department of anticipated conditions.
Stop work being carried out in exposed areas on deck.
Organise closure of watertight and weather doors.
Start second steering motor.
Engage hand steering.
Post lookout.
Record meteorological data hourly, monitor trends.
Monitor vessel motion and decrease speed and / or alter course if required, then call Master.
Be alert for synchronous rolling and alter course if experienced.
ii)
Standing Orders. Heavy Weather. General.
(Safety of personnel, watertight integrity of the hull, security of items on deck and inside the hull,
stability.)
Access to the deck and exterior accommodation decks to be appropriately controlled by Permit to Work
system.
All personnel to be informed of anticipated severity of conditions.
All external watertight and weather doors to be closed.
Air pipes to underdeck spaces, fuel and water tanks to be covered, or self sealing arrangements proved
functional.
Lifelines to be rigged along essential routes on deck.
Anchor lashings to be checked for security and additional lashings considered.
Securing arrangements of cranes, derricks, gangways, accommodation ladders, and similar equipment to
be checked; additional lashings to be considered.
Deck to be checked for loose items; these to be adequately secured or moved to protected locations.
FFA and LSA in exposed locations to be adequately secured or moved to protected locations.
Equipment in public spaces to be secured or moved to secure locations.
Personal items in cabins to be secured.
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Improve stability as practicable:
fill or empty tanks
empty swimming pool/s
check that scuppers and freeing ports are clear.
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March-2010
All questions refer to a 6800 GT refrigerated cargo vessel chartered to carry fruit between
ports in the southern and western Caribbean Sea and the East coast of the USA. The vessel has
been laid up in the port of Falmouth (UK) and is to proceed to New York to load agricultural
equipment for discharge in Caracas (Venezuela). The vessel's service speed is 22 knots and
summer draft is 6.8 metres.
1. Vessels are required to ensure that navigational charts and publications are corrected up to date
prior to commencing a passage. This is usually done by using weekly Admiralty Notices to Mariners
and chart tracings.
Vessels are also required to ensure that all relevant radio navigational warnings are taken into
account when received.
(a) Describe the context and content of EACH of the following:
(i) Admiralty Weekly Notices to Mariners; (8)
(ii) Navarea warnings; (12)
(iii) Coastal warnings. (8)
(b) Vessels are required to carry charts and publications sufficient to allow planning of the ships
intended voyage.
State the publications required, for the vessel in question. (12)
a)
i) Admiralty Weekly Notices to Mariners
Context.
Issued by UK Hydrographic Office weekly as paper documents and internet downloads.
Admiralty NMs contain all the corrections, alterations and amendments for the UKHO's worldwide series
of Admiralty Charts and Publications.
Content.
Publications List
Index of publications affected.
ADMIRALTY CHARTS AND PUBLICATIONS NOW PUBLISHED AND AVAILABLE
NEW EDITIONS OF ADMIRALTY CHARTS AND PUBLICATIONS
ADMIRALTY CHARTS AND PUBLICATIONS TO BE PUBLISHED
ADMIRALTY CHARTS AND PUBLICATIONS PERMANENTLY WITHDRAWN
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Content.
a. Failure and changes of major navigation aids.
b. Failures of and changes to long-range electronic position fixing systems (GPS/Loran C)
c. Newly discovered wrecks or natural hazards.
d. Areas where SAR or anti pollution operations are taking place (for avoidance of such areas.)
e. Seismic surveys and other underwater activities in certain areas.
f. Positions of mobile drilling rigs (RIGLISTS) and other oil/gas related activities.
b)
For the area and time of year concerned:
International Code of Signals (IMO)
The Mariner’s Handbook (UKHO).
Merchant Shipping Notices, Marine Guidance Notes and Marine Information Notes (MCA).
Notices to Mariners (UKHO).
Notices to Mariners Annual Summary (UKHO)
Lists of Radio Signals (UKHO).
Lists of Lights (UKHO).
Sailing Directions (UKHO).
Nautical Almanac (HMNAO).
Tide Tables (UKHO)
Tidal Stream Atlases (UKHO)
Operating and Maintenance Instructions for Navigation Aids carried by the Ship.
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(a) Calculate the difference in distance between the two routes. (20)
(b) Explain why the recommended route is preferred to the rhumb line track. (10)
c) Explain how a Gnomonic chart can be used in conjunction with a Mercator chart
when planning a great circle passage. (15)
a) GC
D 49 47.0 N 006 27.0 W
BS 42 30.0 N 050 00.0 W 2.62.1 Not Cape Race until May
d 043 33.0 W
RL
BS 42 30.0 N 2806.42 N 050 00.0 W 2.62.1 Not Cape Race until May
L 40 20.0 N 2633.71 N 073 50.0 W
d 02 10.0 S 172.71 S 023 50.0 W
130.0 1430.0 W
RL
D 49 47.0 N 3436.41 006 27.0 W
L 40 20.0 N 2633.71 073 50.0 W
d 09 27.0 S 802.70 S 067 23.0 W
567.0 S 4043.0 W
Dis = √(DLon2 + DMP2) x DLat ÷ DMP = √(4043.02 + 802.702) x 567.0 ÷ 802.70 = 2911.580074 NM
b) The recommended route is preferred to avoid the hazards of crossing the Grand Banks 2.62.1.
These include:
Many fishing vessels.
Oil and Gas rigs and associated vessels.
High incidence of fog.
Probability of pack ice at this time of year.
Possibility of icebergs at this time of year.
High incidence of Polar Frontal Depressions, high winds, waves and swell.
Strong and variable currents.
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c) Gnomonic Charts have the property that Great Circle Tracks are straight lines.
In practice tracks followed are normally Rhumb Lines, which are straight lines on Mercator Charts.
The Master is advised that the vessel will berth in Bangor (ATT Pacific and Atlantic extracts No
2833). On consulting the chart it is found that the vessel will have to pass under a bridge (charted
height 22m above MHWS) to reach the berth. The anticipated draught on arrival is 5.3m. The top of
the main mast is 28.6m above the keel. The charted depth below the bridge is 6.8m. The Master
requires a minimum clearance under the bridge of 2.0m.
If the vessel is due to pass under the bridge during the AM ebb tide on the 17th March, determine
EACH of the following:
(a) the maximum height of tide permissible to safely pass under the bridge; (10)
(b) using Worksheet Q3, the earliest time the vessel can pass under the bridge; (20)
MHWS
Keel to Truck 28.6
Waterline
Draft 5.3 HoT MHWS 4.5
Keel CD
UKC
Charted Depth 6.8
Sea Bed
a)
Clearance 2.0
+ Truck to Keel 28.6
- Draught 5.3
Obstruction to Waterline 25.3
2P Bangor 2833
SP Boston 2809
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HoT = 26.5 – 25.3 = 1.2
b)
Date Mar 17
HW LW HW LW
Boston Predicted 17-05:01 17-11:27 2.8 0.3
Seasonal Change 2809 Neg Neg
Boston Unpredicted 2.8 0.3
Differences -00:40 -00:15 1.2 0.1
Bangor Unpredicted 4.0 0.4
Seasonal Change 2833 Neg Neg
Bangor Predicted 17-04:21 17-11:12 4.0 0.4
Interpolation
3.1 2.8 2.7
+1.4 +1.1
y = 1.4 + (2.8 – 3.1) ÷ (2.7 – 3.1) x (1.1 – 1.4) = 1.175 = 1.2
Curves
The earliest time the vessel can pass under the bridge is 17–09:02
c)
HoT 1.2 m
Charted Depth 6.8 m
Depth of water 8.0 m
Draught 5.3 m
UKC 2.7 m
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4 At 1200UT on the 22nd September the vessel is in position 41°N 70°W on passage from Boston
to Havana, Cuba.
The Master has been monitoring Tropical Storm Mike which has been developing in the Atlantic
Ocean some 700 miles to the East of the Leeward Islands. The position of the storm over the
previous 24 hours is given below.
211200UT 19.1°N 50.2°W
221200UT 20.2°N 56.5°W
The latest advisory from the National Hurricane Centre in Miami is for the storm to maintain its
current track of 285°(T) at 16 knots, and expect the storm to reach hurricane strength over the next
24hrs. Gales force winds are expected to extend up to 120 miles from the centre.
(a) Describe the preparations that should be made when a vessel is due to encounter
heavy weather. (15)
(b) The vessel is currently heading for a position due East of Miami on the meridian of 80°W at 20
knots.
(i) On Worksheet Q4, plot the positions and future tracks of both the vessel and the storm at
221200UT and for the following 48 hours. (6)
(ii) Comment on the advisability of the vessel's planned track given the advisory
from NHC Miami. (9)
(iii) At 231200UT the Chief Engineer advises the Master that the vessel will have to stop for 12 hours
to effect temporary repairs to one of the main engine bearings. He also advises that the vessel will
have to proceed at 10 knots for a further 12 hours after repairs have been completed.
In light of the Chief Engineers advice, what options are open to the Master at 231200UT. (15)
b) i) Plot.
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The storm is more likely to recurve Northwards into the Atlantic, or proceed westward, than move
toward the Equator.
DS Q5a 4.1 Most hurricanes track N of Cuba, and they rarely occur south of 15 N.
The intensity of the storm is likely to diminish if it proceeds over land into the Caribbean.
The vessel’s planned track is unlikely to bring it into the storm field, and has the option of proceeding
into the area where the storm is least likely to move.
On the basis of the forecast movement of the storm and the vessel’s situation, the vessel is forecast to
be in the Florida Strait at 25-12:00, close to the Path of the storm and just outside the storm field.
With the possibility that the storm could move faster, and the vessel be slowed by the Gulf Stream and
Florida Current, or experience further engine breakdown, the vessel could be within the storm field with
very limited sea room.
The storm is more likely to recurve Northwards into the Atlantic, or proceed westward, than move
toward the Equator.
The storm is likely to reduce in intensity if it moves northwards over cooler water.
Options:
Proceed on a NNE’ly course to maximise the CPA of the storm, and monitor its movement.
Stop in the present position with sea room to manoeuvre and monitor the storm’s movement.
Proceed at reduced speed, maintaining adequate sea room, and monitor the storm’s movement.
proceed at maximum speed, hoping to cross ahead of the storm, outside the storm field, into its
future navigable Semicircle.
In all cases be prepared to take appropriate action if circumstances change, such as changes in the
storm’s movement, recurrence of the engine problem or other factors.
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5. Vessels trading between the East coast of the USA and ports in the Caribbean encounter numerous
navigational hazards when approaching and navigating through the Caribbean sea.
(a) With reference to Datasheet Q5(a), outline the main navigational hazards to be
considered when passage planning in these waters. (20)
(b) Vessels transiting the waters are encouraged to take part in the AMVER programme.
Describe the various types of AMVER reports to be made. (15)
b)
Sailing Plan (SP) This report contains the complete routing information and should be sent within a few
hours before departure, upon departure, or within a few hours after departure. It must contain enough
information to predict the vessel's actual position within 25 nautical miles at any time during the voyage,
assuming the Sailing Plan is followed exactly.
Position Report (PR) This report should be sent within 24 hours of departing port and at least once every
48 hours thereafter. The destination should be included (at least in the first few reports) in case Amver
has not received the Sailing Plan information.
Deviation Report (DR) This report should be sent as soon as any voyage information changes which could
affect Amver's ability to accurately predict the vessel's position.
Final Arrival Report (FR) This report should be sent upon arrival at the port of destination. This report
properly terminates the voyage in Amver's computer, ensures the vessel will not appear on an Amver
SURPIC until its next voyage, and allows the number of days on plot to be correctly updated
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Novembr-2009
All questions refer to an 88,000 GT bulk carier which has been chartered to carry coal between
South Africa and Australia. The vessel is presently in Durban (S Africa) and due to complete cargo
operations and sail for Adelaide (South Australia) on 18 th January. Service speed is 15.8 knots.
a)
Datasheet 6.153
Strong and uncertain currents south of 30 S, particularly near Antarctica.
GC Vertex 45 S, in the storm ridden waters of the Roaring Forties.
GCs to places further east are further south and may encounter icebergs and possibly pack ice.
Hurricanes off the NW coast of Australia.
General
Polar Frontal Depressions in southern latitudes, high winds, high wind waves, high swell waves, extreme
single waves, reduced visibility.
Prevailing wind direction is westerly, westbound passages should be planned in lower latitudes.
High level of cloud cover in southern depressions, low availability of celestial observations.
Abnormal refraction degrading accuracy of celestial observations.
Fog likely off SW Australia.
Loadline restrictions.
Environmental protection restrictions south of 60S.
b)
D 29 51.0 S 031 06.0 E
R 40 00 S 077 00 E
S 40 00 S 100 00 E
L 34 48.0 S 138 23.0 E
DR
cos AB = cos P x sin PA x sin PB + cos PA + cos PB
DR = cos-1 (cos P x sin PD x sin PR + cos PD + cos PR)
P = 077 00 – 031 06 = 045 54 E
PD = 90 – 29 51 = 60 09
PR = 90 – 40 = 50 00
DR = cos-1 (cos 45 54 x sin 60 09 x sin 50 00 + cos 60 09 + cos 50 00)
DR = 38 31 38.81 x 60 = 2311.646889 NM
RS
DLon = 100 00 – 77 00 = 23 00
Dep = Dlon x cos MLat = 23 00 x 60 x cos 40 00 = 1057.141332 NM
SL
cos AB = cos P x sin PA x sin PB + cos PA + cos PB
SL = cos-1 (cos P x sin PS x sin PL + cos PS + cos PL)
P = 138 23 – 100 00 = 38 23
PS = 90 – 40 00 = 50 00
PL = 90 – 34 48 = 55 12
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SL = cos-1 (cos 38 23 x sin 50 00 x sin 55 12 + cos 50 00 + cos 55 12)
SL = 30 41 27.27 x 60 = 1841.454577 NM
Dis = 5210.2 NM
c)
ST 18/04:00
TD 02:00
UT 18/02:00
PT 13/17:46 5210.2 ÷ 15.8
UT 31/19:46
TD 09:30
ST 32/05:16 Feb 01/05:16
DST 01:00
DST 32/06:16 Feb 01/06:16
ETA Feb 01/05:16 Standard Time. Summer Time may be kept, it is summer, if DST is being kept;
DST 01:00
ETA Feb 01/06:16 Daylight Saving Time.
2. At 0630hrs the master receives a request from the South African Maritime Rescue Coordination
Centre (MRCC) to assist in a search for an overdue fishing vessel. Currently there are four vessels on
scene engaged in a parallel track search pattern, some 60 miles SE of the vessel’s present position.
a) Describe the preparations that should be made on the bri dge whilst en route to the search area.
(15)
b) Outline the factors that must be taken into account when selecting a search pattern for SAR
operations at sea. (10)
c) On arrival in the area visibility is poor and radio communication is made with the On Scene
Coordinator (OSC)
at 1030hrs own vessel is identified on radar, bearing 306(T) at a distance of 10 miles from the OSC.
The OSC is currently steering 100(T) at 8.0 knots with the three vessels assisting on his port beam.
The OSC requests that own vessel takes up station 4 miles on his starboard beam.
On worksheet Q2, determine the course to steer and the ETA on station if own vessel proceeds at a
speed of 15 knots. (15)
a) On the Bridge.
Maintain communications with MRCC, OSC and other assisting vessels / aircraft.
Set GMDSS equipment appropriately for the required communications.
Prepare publications required for assessing situation, charts plotting charts and instruments…
Obtain weather analysis and forecasts for the area.
Prepare visual signalling equipment.
Brief all personnel appropriately.
Modify work routines to allow for SAR operations considering increased workload and hours of work
factors.
Organise preparations on deck to render assistance in the anticipated situation, with due allowance for
contingencies.
Preparation of searchlights, LSA, lifeboats and rescue craft, means of recovery of personnel from the
water, boat ropes, messengers, ladders, scrambling nets, heaving lines.
Organise preparation of medical facilities for reception of casualties.
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b)
Available number and types of assisting craft.
Single vessel, expanding square or sector search
Size of area to be searched.
Type of distressed craft.
Size of distressed craft.
Probability of personnel in the water.
Meteorological visibility.
Cloud ceiling if aircraft involved.
Type of sea conditions.
Time of day.
Arrival time at datum.
Accuracy of Datum.
c)
Own
OSC
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3. Vessels engaged on passages across the Southern Indian Ocean may encounter icebergs at any
time of year.
a) Describe the sources and type of information that are available to the Master regarding icebergs.
(10)
b) Outline the factors that should be considered by a prudent Master when determining the risks
involved in encountering dangerous ice. (20)
c) Outline the reporting procedure that is to be followed by the Master on encountering dangerous
ice. (8)
a)
Admiralty List of Radio Signals.
Details of transmission of text messages and facsimile charts of areas where icebergs have been
detected.
Internet
General information and details of areas where icebergs have been detected.
b)
c)
SOLAS.
Report by all available means to vessels in the vicinity and the nearest coast station:
Type/s of ice,
Position/s of ice,
UT date/time of observation/s.
4. Bad weather and poor visibility are common on southern Ocean Passages. After several days with
very poor visibility the Officer of the Watch manages to obtain two observations of the SUN’s lower
limb on the 26th March.
At 1532hrs the following observation was obtained.
GPS Position 39 07.0S 95 16.0 E
Chronometer read 9h 26m 26s
Chronometer error 1m 54s Fast on UT
Sextant Altitude 24 44.8 (SUN’s Lower Limb)
Index Error 3.4 on the arc
Height of eye 21.4m
a) Determine EACH of the following:
i) the direction of the position line; (15)
ii) the intercept. (15)
b) A forenoon sight taken at 1020hrs gave an intercept of 3.2 away on a bearing of 025(T) using a DR
position of 39 07.0S 93 36.0E.
The vessel was steering 090(T) at 14 knots throughout the period.
Determine the observed position of the vessel at 1532hrs using the information from both sights.
(20)
a)
ZT 26/15:32
ZN 06 95 16 E ÷ 15 = 06:21
UT 26/09:32
CT 09:26:26
CE 00:01:54 F
UT 09:24:32
i)
A = tan Lat ÷ tan LHA = tan 39 07 ÷ tan 54 57.9 = 0.5701221052 N
B = tan Dec ÷ sin LHA = tan 02 13.7 ÷ sin 54 57.9 = 0.04752235253 N
C = A ± B = 0.5701221052 N + 0.04752235253 N = 0.6176444578 N
Az = tan-1 (1 ÷ C ÷ cos Lat) = tan-1 (1 ÷ 0.6176444578 ÷ cos 39 07) = 64 23 45.29
Azimuth = N 64.4 W
TB = 295.6 Reasonable for afternoon sight, Southern Latitude, Northerly Declination.
PL = TB ± 90 = 295.6 ± 90
PL 025½ / 205½
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ii)
cos AB = cos P x sin PA x sin PB + cos PA x cos PB
cos ZX = cos P x sin PZ x sin PX + cos PZ x cos PX
ZX = cos-1 (cos P x sin PZ x sin PX + cos PZ x cos PX)
P = 054 57.9
PZ = 90 ± Lat = 90 – 39 07 = 50 53
PX = 90 ± Dec = 90 + 02 13.7 = 92 13.7
ZX = cos-1 (cos 54 57.9 x sin 50 53 x sin 92 13.7 + cos 50 53 x cos 92 13.7)
ZX = 65 07 53.34
CZD = 65 07.9
or
SA LL 24 44.8
IE 00 03.4 On -
OA 24 41.4
Dip 00 08.1 -
AA 24 33.3
TC 00 14.2 +
TA 24 47.5
90
TZD 65 12.5
CZD 65 07.9
Int 00 04.6 Away True Tiny Towards
b)
OP Time 15:32 ZT
AM Sight Time 10:20 ZT
Passage Time 05:12
Dis = Spe x Tim = 14 x 05:12 = 72.8 NM
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Plot
From GPS
295½, 4.6 NM A.
4.8 NM W, 025, 3.2 NM A
DLat = 6.6 S
Dep = 2.0 E
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5. a) State the appropriate manning levels on the bridge, outlining the duties of EACH member of the
bridge team, for EACH of the following situations, in clear weather:
i) navigation in a Traffic Separation Scheme with dense traffic; (15)
ii) navigation during darkness on an ocean passage. (5)
b) Describe the content of the Masters Night Orders. (12)
a)
i)
Master. In command, receiving information, making decisions regarding conduct of passage.
Monitoring Bridge Team performance.
OOW. Navigation, position fixing, informing Master, communications, record keeping. Monitoring rest of
Bridge Team.
OOW. Monitoring traffic visually and by radar, informing Master. Monitoring rest of Bridge Team.
Rating. Helmsman. Steering as instructed. Monitoring performance of steering equipment and compasses.
Rating. Lookout, monitoring externally, sight and sound, informing Master and OOWs.
ii)
OOW. Navigation, position fixing, collision avoidance, communications, record keeping, monitoring
Rating.
Rating. Lookout, monitoring externally, sight and sound, informing OOW, monitoring OOW.
b)
Night Orders supplement Standing Orders for periods when the Master is absent from the Bridge at night.
Circumstance in which to call the Master, including, in general, at any time that the OOW requires
assistance.
Navigational requirements.
Position, course and speed.
Alterations anticipated.
Hazards expected.
Meteorological conditions expected.
Action to take if Passage Plan requires amendment.
Engine Room status, UMS / EOOW.
Changes to engine status anticipated.
Calls for specific personnel.
Communications required.
Operations in progress.
Security status.
Abnormalities to the normal state of the vessel at night.
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July-2009
All questions refer to a 63.000 GT container ship which is to make a passage from Botany Bay (New
South Wales, Australia) to Seattle (Washington State, USA) in early August. The vessel is fitted with
all navigational equipment in accordance with statutory requirements.
1. Ocean Passages of the World advises that the vessel should proceed from Botany Bay as for routes
from Sydney to Honolulu but when crossing the Equator in longitude 178 50.0 W, take a great circle
track to a landfall position off the entrance to Juan de Fuca Strait 48 30.0 N 124 47.0 W.
a) Calculate the distance on passage between the position where the vessel crosses the equator and
the landfall position. (10)
b) Determine the vessel’s initial course, on the great circle track crossing the equator. (10)
c) State the position of the vertex nearest to the landfall position. (6)
d) Ocean Passages of the World warns mariners that the above track passes close to a dangerous
shoal in position 08 16.0 N 173 26.0 W. Determine the distance off the shoal when the vessel crosses
longitude 173 26.0 W, stating whether the vessel will pass North or South. (14)
P
a)
VN
ICo W
A
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b)
A = tan Lat A ÷ tan DLon = tan 00 00 ÷ tan 054 03 = 0.000
B = tan Lat B ÷ sin DLon = tan 48 30 ÷ sin 054 03 = 1.396235975 N
C = A ± B = 0.000… + 1.396235975 = 1.396235975
ICo = tan-1 (1 ÷ C ÷ cos Lat A) = tan-1 (1 ÷ 1.396235975 ÷ cos 00 00)
ICo = 35 36 38.4 = N 35½ E
ICo = 035½
c)
Lat V = angle between GC and Equator = 90 – ICo = 90 - 35 36 38.4 = 54 23 21.6
Alternatively PV = ICo
Lat V = 90 – PV = 90 - 35 36 38.4 = 54 23 21.6
Lat V = 54 23.4 N P
Lon V = Lon A ± 90 00 = 178 50 W – 90 00 = 088 50 W
d)
P = DLon VW = Lon W ± Lon V = 173 26 W – 088 50 W = 084 36 W
PV = 35 36 38.4
The Master instructs the Chief Officer to obtain stars during evening twilight to check the vessel’s
position with the GPS prior to passing the shoal later in the evening. sunset is expected at 1820hrs
with civil twilight occurring at 1826hrs.
The following results are obtained whilst steering 040(T) at 23 knots, using a GPS position of
3 30.0 N 173 59.0W for each sight.
a) Identify, giving reasons, which of the above are best suited to obtain a FIVE star fix of the vessel’s
position. (10)
b) The Chief Officer eventually chooses Vega, Altair and Nunki to plot a fix. Determine the vessel’s
most probable position (MPP) at 1830hrs, assuming there are no random errors. (20)
c) Comment on the reliability of EACH of the following:
i) the MPP, (5)
ii) the GPS position. (5)
a) Magnitudes. Vega 0.1, Arcturus 0.2, Fomalhaut 1.3, Altair 0.9, Nunki 2.1.
b)
Veg (18:30 – 18:21) x 23 = 3.5 F 010 40 18.2 - 40 22.1 = 3.9 T
Nun (18:30 – 18:35) x 23 = 1.9 B 240 60 08.7 - 60 12.3 = 3.6 T
Alt (18:30 – 18:39) x 23 = 3.5 B 290 40 16.4 - 40 20.1 = 3.7 T
DLat 0.3 S
Dep 2.0 NM E
MLat = Lat A ± DLat ÷ 2 = 03 30.0 N – 00 00.3 ÷ 2 = 03 29 51 N
DLon = Dep ÷ cos MLat = 2.0 ÷ cos 03 29 51 = 000 02.0 E
OP Lat = AP Lat ± Dlat = 03 30.0 – 00 00.3 = 03 29.7 N
OP Lon = AP Lon ± DLon = 173 59.0 W – 000 02.0 E = 173 57.0 W
c)
i) the MPP,
The plot indicates a systematic error of 6.0 minutes, which could be an index error on the arc, or a bias
on the part of the observer.
This reduces the confidence in the position, although the errors are known to be systematic, not random.
The Celestial position is 2.0 NM from the GPS position, which is within the accuracy expected of celestial
observations.
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3. Tropical Revolving Storms (TRS) are common in the North Pacific Ocean in the late summer
months especially from August to October.
a) Describe the warning signs of an approaching TRS. (10)
b) For a vessel, within the storm field of a TRS, in the Northern Hemisphere:
i) Explain how onboard observations can be used to determine the vessel’s position relative to the
storm’s track; (10)
ii) outline the actions a prudent master should take to avoid the worst of the storm. (15)
a)
High swell, from high wind waves in the vicinity of the eye.
Atmospheric pressure, initially loss of diurnal variation followed by decreasing pressure in excess of 3
hPa, TRS probable, and 5 hPa, TRS confirmed.
Wind force increasing from approximately force 4 to gale force and above.
Wind direction probably changing, but not necessarily.
Cloud cover changing from trade wind cumulus to cirrus from the canopy to large cumulonimbus.
Precipitation occurring and then increasing.
When close up, the rain pattern may be seen on the radar.
b)
i) The change of wind direction indicates the vessel’s position relative to the path / track.
Veering wind indicates that the vessel is right of the path / track, steady wind that the vessel is close to,
or on the path / track and backing wind that the vessel is left of the path / track.
Furthermore, with the vessel hove to, if atmospheric pressure is decreasing the vessel is in advance of
the storm, increasing pressure indicates that the vessel is to the rear.
In all cases make maximum practicable speed and alter course to maintain the relative wind direction.
Weather forecasts and the local weather parameters must be monitored closely and the situation
reassessed to ascertain the relative position to the storm’s path and action modified if necessary.
4. Vessels engaged on passages between Australia and the west coast of the USA often have to pass
through groups of islands where accurate navigation is essential.
Discuss the availability, accuracy and sources of error in EACH of the following:
a) Celestial Observations; (10)
b) Global Satellite Navigation System (GSNS); (15)
c) Radar. (15)
a) Availability is likely to be good apart from the area of the ITCZ where cloud cover will restrict the
opportunities.
Accuracy in the order of 1 NM can be achieved in good conditions.
Accuracy is likely to be good as abnormal refraction is unlikely to be significant.
Errors may arise from sextant inaccuracy if inadequately maintained,
observational error if the observer is inexperienced or lacks practice,
abnormal refraction may cause errors if temperatures are high in the tropics, or low in middle latitudes.
b)Availability should be high throughout the passage as latitudes are not extreme.
Accuracy is in the order of 33 metres.
Accuracy can be expected to be high as a high proportion of satellites should be available.
Sources of error. Accuracy will be degraded if the number of satellites above the horizon is low or if the
bearings of the satellites are not widespread.
Surveys may not be accurate, so accurate positions of vessel may be obtained, but not match those of
the land.
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c) Available for navigation only when in range of land.
Accuracy, range 2.5% of the range scale, bearing ±2°.
Accuracy depends on calibration of the radar.
Land targets may be low and sloping, giving inaccurate ranges at a distance.
Coral islands may have changed shape since last surveyed.
5. On the approach to Port Angeles Pilot Station the vessel is approaching in the appropriate lane of
the Juan de Fuca traffic separation Scheme, steering 100(T) at a speed of 12 knots. Visibility is
estimated to be one nautical mile.
At 1220hrs the Officer of the Watch completes a 20 minute radar plot as indicated on Worksheet Q5.
Target A is known to be a beacon in the middle of the 2 mile wide traffic separation zone.
a) Prepare a full report and analysis for targets B, C and D. (21)
b) Determine the set and rate of any tidal stream affecting the vessel. (4)
c) Determine the reduction in speed required at 1224hrs to ensure target D passes the vessel with a
CPA of 2 miles. (4)
d) Assuming the reduction has an instantaneous effect, determine the new CPA for targets A, B and
C. (6)
e) With respect to target A, state, giving reasons, what action the vessel should take once target D
has passed its CPA. (10)
a) Report
B C D
Bearing 010½ 257 138
Tendency Increasing Decreasing Steady
Range 2.9 4.4 6.2
Tendency Decreasing Decreasing Decreasing
CPA Range 0.1 1.8 0.0
Bearing 098 190½
Time to 00:39 00:42 00:24
Time of 12:59 13:02 12:44
Course 119½ 100 010½
Speed 13.2 18.0 9.3
Aspect G 072 R 022½ R 052½
TCPA
B 2.9 ÷ 1.5 x 00:20 = 00:39
C 4.0 ÷ 1.9 x 00:20 = 00:42
D 6.2 ÷ 5.1 x 00:20 = 00:24
Speed
B 4.4÷ 00:20 = 13.2
C 6.0÷ 00:20 =18.0
D 3.1÷ 00:20 =9.3
Analysis
A Port bow, beacon. Relative movement indicates current / tidal stream
B Port Beam, crossing, collision course, may be passing through separation Zone and joining TSS.
C Starboard quarter, overtaking, parallel course.
D Starboard bow, crossing, collision course, crossing TSS.
b) 325½
1.0 ÷ 00:20 = 3.0 kn
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c) AP = 5.1 x 00:04 ÷ 00:20 = 1.0
WO1 = 1.7
Speed = 1.7 ÷ 00:20 = 5.1 kn
d)
A AP = 3.4 x 00:04 ÷ 00:20 = 0.7
B AP = 1.5 x 00:04 ÷ 00:20 = 0.3
C AP = 1.9 x 00:04 ÷ 00:20 = 0.4
A 155 x 1.4
B 041 x 2.2
C 190 x 1.8
e)
D
T = PC1 ÷ O1A x 00:20 = 4.6 ÷ 3.6 x 00:20 = 00:26
A
PP1 = O1A x 00:26 ÷ 00:20 = 1.2 x 00:26 ÷ 00:20 = 1.6
A greater alteration to Starboard would increase the distance off the Separation zone.
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March-2009
All questions refer to the vessel described below.
A 12,500GT refrigerated cargo vessel has been chartered to carry fruit from Ecuador to the UK.
The vessel will carry general cargo on the southbound passage. The vessel is due to make a fully
loaded passage from Barry (European Tide Tables No 513) to Guyaquil (Ecuador), via the Panama
Canal, in the month of January. The vessel is expected to sail with a draught 5.2m and the service
speed is 19.5 knots.
1. The vessel is due to complete cargo operations on the morning of the 8 th January.
In order to leave the dock the vessel must pass through a set of locks which have a sill with a charted
depth of 0.5m. The Master requires a minimum underkeel clearance of 1.5m to be maintained at all
times.
a) Calculate the height of tide required to clear the lock sill. (5)
b) Using Worksheet Q1, determine the latest time on the afternoon ebb of the 8th January that the
vessel can pass though the locks. (25)
c) Describe TWO meteorological factors which can affect tidal heights, stating what effect they have
on the height of tide experienced compared to that predicted. (10)
a)
Waterline
Draft 5.2 HoT
Keel CD
UKC 1.5 Charted Depth 0.5
Sea Bed
Draught 5.2
UKC 1.5 +
Depth 6.7
Charted Depth 0.5 -
HoT 6.2
Interpolation
11:00 13:24 18:00
-00:15 -00:30
-00:15 + (13:24 – 11:00) ÷ (18:00 – 11:00) x (-00:30 - -00:15) = - 00:20
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13.2 11.0 10.0
-1.8 -1.3
-1.8 + (11.0 – 13.2) ÷ (10.0 – 13.2) x (-1.3 - -1.8) = -1.5
Mean Ranges
Spring 12.3
Predicted 7.8
Neap 6.5
Factor from Neaps = (7.8 – 6.5) ÷ (12.3 – 6.5) = 0.22
Spring 03:25
Neap 03:20
Interval = 03:20 + (03:25 – 03:20) x 0.22 = +03:21
HW Predicted 13:04
Interval 03:21
Time Required 16:25
c) Atmospheric Pressure. Low pressure increases Height of Tide, High Pressure reduces Height of Tide, by
approximately 0.01 m per hPa variation from normal.
Wind. Wind into an area increases Height of Tide, wind out of an area decreases Height of Tide,
particularly in estuaries or other confined areas.
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2. The Master has been asked to consider two routes between the following positions:
Departure Position 49° 47.0’ N 006° 50.0’ W
Arrival Position 18° 20.0’ N 067° 50.0’ W
The routes being considered are:
a direct great circle track
or
a direct rhumb line track
a) calculate the distance on passage for EACH route. (18)
b) Assuming the direct great circle route experiences an adverse current of 1 knot for a distance of
1500 miles, calculate the difference in the ETA’s for each route. (10)
c) Plot the direct great circle track on Worksheet Q2(c)(1) and on Worksheet Q2(c)(2) (17)
a)
A 49 47.0 N 3436.41 006 50.0 W
B 18 20.0 N 1111.91 067 50.0 W
d 31 27.0 S 2324.50 061 00.0 W
1887.0 3660
or
Dis = √(DLon2 + DMP2) x DLat ÷ DMP = √(36602 + 2324.502) x 1887.0 ÷ 2324.50 = 3519.723691 NM
b)
Great Circle
Reduced speed = 19.5 – 1.0 = 18.5 kn
PT = 1500 ÷ 18.5 = 81:04:52
Rhumb Line
PT = 3519.7 ÷ 19.5 = 180:29:51 = 180:30
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3. With reference to Admiralty Routeing Charts:
a) outline the information that can be obtained from a wind rose; (10)
b) state the other information that can be found on a routeing chart; (14)
c) describe how the information found on a routeing chart can be used when appraising a passage.
(16)
c) The proposed route, shortest legal distance with adequate margins of safety is plotted on the relevant
Routeing Chart/s.
The adverse and favourable factors are quantified in order to assess whether a deviation from the
original route is justified to reduce the adverse effects, or take advantage of favourable effects.
The route is modified to achieve an optimum route avoiding adverse factors and / or taking advantage of
favourable factors.
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4. Vessels on passage between Central America and NW Europe may encounter tropical revolving
storms. (TRS)
a) Describe the warning signs of an approaching tropical revolving storm. (12)
b) Sketch a plan view of a TRS, in the northern hemisphere, indicating ALL the relevant features. (8)
c) Explain how shipboard observations can be used to determine the vessel’s position relative to the
centre of a tropical revolving storm. (10)
d) If the Master suspects that his vessel is within 200 miles of the centre of a TRS, state the
recommended actions open to the master to avoid the worst effects of the storm (12)
a) Swell, generated by strong winds in the vicinity of the Eye, radiates outward from the storm centre.
Therefore a swell, probably long and high, and not related to the current wind, is an indicator of the
presence of a TRS.
Atmospheric pressure. The normal pattern of pressure in the tropics is diurnal variation, a small cyclic
change around the normal pressure. The damping of the diurnal variation may be the first indication of
the presence of a TRS. Subsequent decreases in pressure indicate increasing probability of the presence
of a TRS, a fall of more than 3 hPa indicates that a TRS is probably in the vicinity, and a fall o f more than
5 hPa must be taken as confirmation of a TRS’s presence.
Wind speed increasing above the seasonal normal level indicates the presence of lower pressure
associated with a TRS.
Wind direction differing from the normal direction for the area and season similarly indicates a
disturbance in the pressure pattern.
Cloud cover increasing and cloud types changing to Cirrus bands and then Cumulonimbus are further
indicators of the strong convection associated with TRSs.
b)
Right Dangerous
Quadrant
Left
c) The direction of the storm can be determined using Buy’s Ballot’s Law.
Face the wind.
The storm centre is then to the right of the observer in the Northern Hemisphere (left in the southern
hemisphere) by an angle of 90° plus the Angle of Indraft from the wind direction.
The Angle of Indraft varies from four points at the outer edge of the storm field to zero at the Eye Wall.
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The distance from the Eye can be determined approximately by the pressure drop and wind speed.
This will be approximately 200 NM if the pressure has fallen by 5 hPa and the wind is approximately
Force 6, and 100 NM if the wind is Force 8.
The vessel should be stopped in order to determine the change of pressure and wind direction
accurately.
Additionally, whether the vessel is in advance or rear of the trough line can be determined by the change
of pressure.
Falling pressure indicates that the vessel is in advance of the trough line, and rising pressure that the
vessel is to the rear.
Also, the change of wind direction can be used to determine the relationship of the vessel to the Path of
the storm.
If the wind is veering, the vessel is to the right of the path; if steady, on the path; if backing, to the left.
d) In the northern hemisphere the Advance Right quadrant is the Dangerous Quadrant, the left semicircle
is the Navigable Semicircle.
In the Dangerous Quadrant, the vessel should steam with the wind on the starboard bow;
On the Path, and in the Navigable Semicircle, the vessel should steam with the wind on the starboard
quarter.
In all cases the vessel should make maximum practicable speed, and alter course to maintain the relative
wind direction.
In the Dangerous Quadrant, close to the Path and at some distance from the Eye, it may be practicable
to cross the Path into the Navigable Semicircle by steaming with the wind on the starboard quarter.
If to the rear of the Trough Line the vessel should heave to, or steam away from the storm, with the
wind on the starboard bow in the northern hemisphere, and port bow in the southern hemisphere.
In the southern hemisphere the Advance Left quadrant is the Dangerous Quadrant and the Right
semicircle the Navigable Semicircle. The relative wind directions are port bow and quarter respectively.
5. The coastline in the vicinity of Guyaquil is mainly low lying and appears indistinct when
approaching from the North. There is a prominent lighthouse situated one mile offshore and the
Master intends to use this as a target for parallel indexing. The cross index range will be taken as 3
miles to port when the vessel is steering 180°(T)
When the light bears 061°(T), the Master intends to alter course to 120°(T) to make the final three
mile approach to the fairway buoy.
a) On worksheet Q5, indicate the parallel index lines that would be required for the track, using the
lighthouse as a target, as they would appear on the radar display, assuming it is on the 6 mile range.
(10)
b) On Worksheet Q5 indicate on the parallel index line the position of the lighthouse when the vessel
passes the fairway buoy and determine the range and bearing of the light at that time. (10)
Note: On worksheet Q5 candidates should only indicate the parallel index lines. No attempt should
be made to indicate a coastline.
c) Describe the precautions that should be observed when using parallel index techniques. (13)
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a)
b) 3.2 NM x 007°(T)
Cross Index Range lines and Margin of Safety lines should be plotted.
PIs should overlap, providing continuous monitoring.
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November-2008
All questions refer to the vessel described below.
A 38,000 GT container vessel is to make a fully laden passage from Gothenburg (Sweden) to Montreal
(Quebec, Canada) in September. The vessel has an all seasons load line and has a service speed of
19.5 knots.
1. The vessel’s owners have indicated that the vessel is to pass to the North of Scotland and transit
the Belle Isle Strait prior to entering the St Lawrence river.
The departure and landfall positions for the trans oceanic leg of the passage are as follows;
Departure Position 58 43.0 N 005 00.0 W
Landfall Position 51 44.0 N 056 00.0 W
With reference to the departure and landfall positions, calculate each of the following:
a) the great circle distance; (10)
b) the initial course of the great circle track (10)
c) the position of the vertex. (15)
d) the ETA at the landfall position if the vessel departs from Cape Wrath at 2130hrs (Daylight Saving
Time) on the 21st of September.
Note: Assume the vessel will be on Quebec Standard Time when entering the Belle Isle Strait.
b) A = tan Lat ÷ tan LHA = tan Lat A ÷ tan DLon = tan 58 43 ÷ tan 051 00 = 1.33273393 S
B = tan Dec ÷ sin LHA = tan Lat B ÷ sin DLon = tan 51 44 ÷ sin 51 00 = 1.631270502 N
C = A ± B = 1.33273393 S - 1.631270502 N = -0.2985365727 = 0.2985365727 N
Tan Az = 1 ÷ (C x cos Lat)
ICo = tan-1 (1 ÷ C ÷ cos Lat A) = 81 11 17.08 = N 81 W = 279
P
c) sin mid = cos opp x cos opp
sin PV = cos(90 – A) x cos (90 – PA)
PV = sin-1 (cos(90 – 81 11 17.08) x cos (90 – 31 17))
PV = 30 52 23.88
Lat V = 90 – PV = 90 – 30 52 23.88 = 59 07 36.12
Lat V = 59 07.6 N
Lat V = 59 07.6 N
Lon V = 015 16.9 W
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d) PT = Dis ÷ Sp = 1748.8 ÷ 19.5 = 89 40 55.38 = 03/17:41
DST 21/21:30
DST 01:00 –
UT 21/20:30
PT 03/17:41
UT 24/38:11
UT 25/14:11
TD 04 -
QST 25/10:11
2. Vessels approaching Newfoundland and the Grand Banks from seaward are likely to encounter
several navigational hazards.
a) With reference to Datasheets Q2(a)(1) and Q2(a)(2), outline six hazards which a vessel may
encounter during passage at any time in the year.(18)
b) Vessels encountering certain types of navigational hazards are required by law to pass on
information to other vessels and coast radio stations in the vicinity.
i) Detail the circumstances to which these regulations apply (10)
ii) Describe the information that is required to be transmitted for each type of hazard. (16)
a) Currents, pack ice, icebergs, fog and reduced visibility, gales, fishing vessels, platforms.
2.17 Currents off the coasts of Labrador and Newfoundland are complex;
Set and drift may be unpredictable.
2.36 Currents between the Grand Banks and Newfoundland may be affected by gales .
2.27 Icebergs may be encountered in any month N of 52 N.
2.27.2 Strait of Belle Isle is generally not navigable from late December until June, due to pack ice.
2.27.4 Icebergs may be encountered between March and July.
2.36 Fog is exceedingly prevalent off the S coast of Newfoundland.
It may also be encountered in the approaches to Belle Isle Strait.
Many depressions pass close to the area so that gales are frequent and severe.
Many fishing vessels are found throughout the year on the Grand Banks.
There are vessels and platforms used to exploit oil, gas and mineral deposits.
b) i)
The master of every ship which meets with
dangerous ice,
a dangerous derelict,
or any other direct danger to navigation,
or a tropical storm,
or encounters sub-freezing air temperatures associated with gale force winds causing severe ice
accretion on superstructures,
or winds of Beaufort force 10 and for which no storm warning has been received,
is bound to communicate the information by all means at his disposal to ships in the vicinity and also to
the competent authorities.
ii)
Ice, derelicts and other direct dangers to navigation.
The kind of ice, derelict or danger observed.
The position of the ice, derelict or danger when last observed.
The time and date (UCT) when the danger was last observed.
Tropical cyclones, hourly, if practicable, but not more than three hourly, while under the influence of
the storm.
A statement that a tropical cyclone has been encountered.
Date and time UT.
Position of the vessel.
Barometric pressure corrected to sea level.
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Barometric tendency.
True wind direction.
Wind force Beaufort.
Sea state.
Swell height, true direction, period and length.
Vessel’s true course and speed.
Ice accretion.
Time and date UTC.
Air temperature.
Sea temperature if practicable.
Wind force and direction.
3.
a) The following observation was obtained during morning twilight on the 22 nd September.
DR Position 59 01.6 N 009 40.6 W
Chronometer read 04:30:18
Chronometer Error 00:03:26 Slow on UT
Compass Bearing of Polaris 354 C
Variation 6E
Calculate the deviation of the compass for the direction of the ship’s head. (20)
b) A short time later, whilst in DR position 59 04.0 N 010 26 W, the sun was observed to rise bearing
080 C, Assuming that the variation and the vessel’s course remained constant throughout the period
determine the compass deviation for the second observation. (15)
c) Outline two factors which should be taken into account when deciding which of the two values for
deviation is likely to be more accurate. (10)
a)
CT 22/04:30:18
CE 00:03:26 S
UT 22/04:33:44
Az TB 359.3
CB 354.0
CE 005.3 E
V 006.0 E
D 000.7 W
Deviation ½ W
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SR
60 20/05:39 23/05:46
58 20/05:40 23/05:46
T1 00:01 00:00 2, 01 04, -00:01, 00:00
SR 20/05:39 23/05:46
TD 00:05 00:07 x 2 ÷ 3 = 04:40
SR 22/05:44 UTG
LIT 00:42 10 26.0 ÷ 15 = 00:41:44
SR 22/06:26 UT
TB 089.3
CB 080
CE 009.3 E
V 006 E
D 003.3 E
Deviation 3½ E
The observation of Polaris is likely to give a more accurate value of the Deviation.
4. At 0600hrs UT on the 25th September the vessel receives a request from MRCC Halifax to take part
in a search and rescue operation for a 38ft lobster boat. The crew have reported that the lobster
boat collided with a submerged object and sank within minutes. They have abandoned the vessel and
were last reported to be adrift in a 12 man liferaft.
a) Outline six factors to be considered when choosing a vessel to act as On Scene Coordinator (OSC)
during search and rescue operations. (12)
b) i) State the publications that should be consulted during a search and rescue operation. (5)
ii) Outline the information that is available to determine a search datum position, from the
publications stated in Q4(b)(i).(6)
c) Explain, with the aid of a sketch, the method used to determine a datum search position,
assuming the distress position is known. (12)
ii) IAMSAR V III describes the procedure to be used to determine the search datum position from a
knowledge of the distress position, expected movement related to the nature of the object, due to
current, tidal stream and wind.
Drift rates are given for different objects, ship, liferaft, person in water, in various wind conditions.
Routeing Charts give climatological information relating to wind and currents.
Current and Tidal Stream Atlases give information relating to currents and tidal streams.
Weather analysis and forecast charts may be used to determine current and forecast weather conditions,
particularly wind and sea state.
ALRS, none.
Company Emergency Plan may contain information similar to IAMSAR VIII.
ASNM none.
Drift. Knots.
Distress Position
Search Datum
Drift distance
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5. a) For a vessel operating in pack ice in the approaches to the Belle Isle Strait, outline five factors
that should be taken into account when maintaining a navigational plot of the ship’s position. (15)
b) Outline six factors that the Master must take into account when manoeuvring the vessel in ice.
(18)
a) Fast ice on land will give a false coastline on radar, and the edge of the fast ice must be distinguished
from the land when taking radar bearings and distances.
The presence of ice may make the identification of shore marks uncertain when taking visual bearings.
Ice on shore lights will reduce the detection range, may alter the bearings of light sectors, and may alter
the colour of lights.
Floating marks are unlikely to be present, and are likely to be out of position if present.
Loran may be subject to errors due to the different propagation of radio s ignals over ice compared to
land and water, for which the system will be calibrated.
The gyrocompass may be subject to transient errors due to alterations of speed from that set.
The log may be inaccurate due to temperature variations within the water body.
The ice field may be drifting due to the effect of wind and current.
Celestial observations may be inaccurate due to abnormal refraction.
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July-2008
A product carrier with a load displacement of 88,000 tonnes is to make a ballast passage between
Colombo (Sri Lanka), and Aden (Yemen), in June. In Aden the vessel will load a full cargo of
petroleum, kerosene and naphtha for Antwerp (Belgium). The vessel’s owners have indicated they
require a service speed of 14.0 knots for both passages.
a) This an area of monsoon winds which blow in different direction in summer and winter.
In summer winds are predominantly SW and strong, particularly in the area SE of Suqatra.
Wave heights are therefore high, and there is a cross swell in the area SE of Suqatra.
Currents are strong NE wards near the African coast.
Therefore different routes are recommended for differently powered vessels in different times of year to
avoid the adverse weather during the SW Monsoon in particular.
b) Route 6.79.1.
Mercator Sailing
G 07 30 N 448.24 072 45 E
O 10 00 N 599.01 060 00 E
D 02 30 150.77 12 45 W
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150 765
(Dis = √(DMP2 + DLon2) x DLat ÷ DMP = √(150.772 + 7652) x 150 ÷ 150.77 = 775.7336137 NM)
O 10 00 N 599.01 060 00 E
Q 13 00 N 781.52 055 00 E
D 03 00 182.51 005 00
180 300
Co = tan (DLon ÷ DMP) = tan-1 (300 ÷ 182.51) = 58 41 06.23
-1
(Dis = √(DMP2 + DLon2) x DLat ÷ DMP = √(182.512 + 3002) x 180 ÷ 182.51 = 346.3257736)
Q 13 00 N 781.52 055 00 E
LF 12 45.0 N 766.23 044 55.0 E
D 00 15 15.29 010 05
15 605
Co = tan (DLon ÷ DMP) = tan-1 (605 ÷ 15.29) = 88 33 08.24
-1
Great Circle Sailing. (Shortest Distance, but does not conform to tracks on data sheet.)
G 07 30 N 072 45 E PA =82 30
O 10 00 N 060 00 E PB = 80 00
D 012 45 W P = 012 45
-1
Dis = cos (cos 012 45 x sin 82 30 x sin 80 00 + cos 82 30 x cos 80 00)
Dis = 12 50 44 x 60 = 770.7…
O 10 00 N 060 00 E PA = 80 00
Q 13 00 N 055 00 E PB = 77 00
D 005 00 W P = 005 00
-1
Dis = cos (cos 005 00 x sin 80 00 x sin 77 00 + cos 80 00 x cos 77 00)
Dis = 5 44 40.28 x 60 = 344.7…
Q 13 00 N 055 00 E PA = 77 00
LF 12 45.0 N 044 55.0 E PB = 77 15
D 010 05 W P = 010 05
-1
Dis = cos (cos 010 05 x sin 77 00 x sin 77 15 + cos 77 00 x cos 77 15)
Dis = 9 49 56.5 x 60 = 589.9…
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c) Rhumb Lines
ST 05 18:00
TD 06:00 -
UT 05 12:00
PT 06 08:45 RL 2138.6 @ 14.0
UT 11 20:45
TD 03:00
ST 11 23:45
ETA 0000-06-11 20:45 UT
0000-06-11 23:45 ST Aden
Great Circles
ST 05 18:00
TD 06:00 -
UT 05 12:00
PT 06 07:49 GC2125.5 @ 14.0
UT 11 19:49
TD 03:00
ST 11 22:49
ETA 0000-06-11 19:49 UT
0000-06-11 22:49 ST Aden
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2. On approach to Aden pilot station the vessel encounters thick haze reducing visibility to less than
5 cables. The wind is SW’ly force 6.
The OOW is plotting FOUR targets on radar, on the 6 mile range, and the situation at 0200hrs is
shown on Worksheet Q2. From information received from the Pilot station it is known that target B is
a vessel at anchor. The vessel’s course is 298°(T) and speed 10knots. The plots were commenced at
0148hrs.
a) For targets A, C and D, determine EACH of the following:
i) the vessel’s course; (3)
ii) the vessel’s speed; (3)
iii) the vessel’s aspect. (3)
b) determine the set and rate of the current. (3)
c) Summarise the situation at 0200hrs. (4)
d) i) On Worksheet Q2 determine, the single alteration of course required at 0200hrs to ensure that
ALL targets will pass with a CPA of at least 1 mile. (12)
ii) Determine the revised CPA of ALL targets. (12)
Note: Assume alteration of course has immediate effect.
a)
i) ii) iii)
A 262 1.9 ÷ 00:12 = 9.5 kn Red 080½
C 321½ 1.9 ÷ 00:12 = 9.5 kn Green 087
D 306 2.9 ÷ 00:12 = 14.5 kn Red 004
c) A. Broad on starboard bow, crossing close ahead. CPA 0.2 NM in 00:33 at 02:33
B. Starboard bow, stationary, clearing to starboard. CPA 0.8 NM in 00:23 at 02:23
C. Broad on port bow, crossing, collision course. CPA 0.0 NM in 00:55 at 02:55
D. Fine on port quarter, overtaking, clearing to starboard. CPA 0.8 NM in 00:25 at 02:25
A prudent Master would make a broad alteration of course so as to be readily apparent to other vessels
observing by radar.
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3. At 1800 hrs UT on the 23rd June the vessel has an engine room fire which results in one of the GP
ratings suffering severe burns. The Master contacts a French warship in the area and it is agreed to
transfer the casualty to the warship to receive medical treatment.
It is agreed to rendezvous at sunrise the following morning to effect the transfer. The tanker will
maintain its current course of 285°(T) and increase speed to 16.0 knots.
Position of tanker at 1800hrs UT 37 25.0 N 006 51.0 E
Position of Warship at 1800hrs UT 40 09.0 N 004 32.0 E
Calculate EACH of the following:
a) the UT of sunrise; (15)
b) the rendezvous position; (15)
c) the course and speed required by the warship to make the rendezvous. (15)
SR 40 N 22/04:31 25/04:32
35 N 22/04:46 25/04:47
Therefore as difference is 1 minute:
40 N 24/04:32 UTG
35 N 24/04:47 UTG
T1 5, 02 25, 00:15 00:07 -
37 25 N 24/04:40 UTG
LIT 006 51 ÷ 15 00:27 -
SR 24/04:13 UT
SR 40 N 22/04:31 25/04:32
35 N 22/04:46 25/04:47
Therefore, as difference is 1 minute:
40 N 24/04:32 UTG
35 N 24/04:47 UTG
T1 5, 03 07, 00:15 00:09 -
38 07 N 24/04:38 UTG
LIT 003 31 ÷ 15 00:14 -
SR 24/04:24 UT
SR 24/04:23 UT
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c)
W 40 09.0 N 004 32.0 E
RV 38 08.1 N 003 27.7 E
D 02 00.9 S 001 04.3 W
120.9 64.3
MLat = (Lat A + lat B) ÷ 2 = (40 09.0 + 38 08.1) ÷ 2 = 39 08 33 N
Dep = DLon x cos Mlat = 64.3 x cos 39 08 33 = 49.86968986 NM
Co = tan-1 (Dep ÷ DLat) = tan-1 (49.86… ÷ 120.9) = 22 24 55.86 = S 22.4 W = 202½
Dis = DLat ÷ cos Co = 120.9 ÷ cos 22 24 55.86 = 130.781…
Speed = Dis ÷ Tim = 130.781… ÷ 10:24 = 12.6 kn
The time at which a required height of tide occurs, or the height of tide at a particular time can be
found for a point off shore.
s hore.
The tidal data for a port, ideally a standard port, centred on the same amphidromic point as that being
considered, is used.
This information allows planning and speed adjustment to maintain adequate UKC and pass critical points
at high water or with a rising tide.
(Extract the High and Low Water times and heights for the Standard Port.
Determine whether
whether the tides are Springs or Neaps from the mean range.
Extract the Mean High Water and Mean Low Water Intervals for the Standard Port and the positon.
Apply the differences between the two sets of times to those extracted from the tide tables.
Extract the co-range data for the standard port and the position from the appropriate Mean Spring or
Neap Range chart.
Calculate the Factor by dividing the mean range at the position by the mean range at the standard port.
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Multiply the ranges obtained from the tide tables by the factor.
When the tide lies between springs and neaps obtain factors from both charts and interpolate.
For heights at intermediate times, or times of intermediate heights, find the duration and range of tide
at the position, then use the Pacific tidal procedure.)
c) The Mariner’s Handbook. General information about Navigational Publications and their use,
Regulations and Operational information, Oceanography, Meteorology,
Meteorology, Ice and Ice Navigation,
Navigation, buoyage
systems.
Ocean Passages for the World. Climatology, recommended routes taking into account vessel power and
climatological conditions.
co nditions.
Sailing Directions for the area. Detailed information about the area, Navigation and Regulations,
Countries and Ports, Natural Conditions and routes within the area.
Routeing Charts. Climatological conditions for the month concerned; to identify adverse factors to be
avoided, or favourable factors which may be used, to optimise the passage.
5. a) State the appropriate manning levels on the Bridge, outlining the duties of EACH member of the
bridge team, for EACH of the following situations:
i) navigation in a Traffic Separation Scheme
Scheme with dense traffic with restricted visibility. (12)
ii) navigation in clear weather, during darkness, on an ocean passage. (6)
b) Outline the information that should be contained in the Master’s Night Orders for making the
landfall of Aden. (12)
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March-2008
1. The vessel intends to take a coastal route, via the Balintang channel, to a departure position of
31 00.0 N 140 00.0 E, then sail the shortest allowable distance to a landfall position, off Juan de
Fuca Strait, in 48 30.0 N 124 47.0 W.
The distance from Manila to the departure position is 1810 miles and on arrival at the departure
position it is expected that the vessel’s Winter loadline will be overloaded by 240 tonnes. The vessel
consumes 42 tonnes of stores and water per day. The vessel departs Manilla at 0400hrs Standard
Time on the 12th October.
With reference to Data Sheet Q1, calculate each of the following:
a) the shortest distance between Manilla and the landfall position
posit ion off Juan de Fuca Strait which
complies with all the relevant regulations;
b) the ETA (local Standard Time) at the landfall position.
30 40 50 60 70 80 P 80 70 60 50 40 30
V W
a) Steaming to WLL.
DP to WLL = 240 mt ÷ 42 MT/d = 05/17:09 x 24 x 15.0 = 2057.142857 NM
Manila to WLL = 1810 + 2057.1 = 3867.1 NM ÷ 15.0 kn = 257.8… h = 10/17:48
PA = 90 – 31 00.0 = 59 00.0
PV = 90 – 35 = 55 00.0
90
AV = 26 06 40.36 x 60 = 1566.67262 NM
Lon W = 140 + 30 53 38.71 + 009 58 45.22 = 180 52 23.93 ~ 360 = 179 07 36.07 W
P = 54 20 36.07
PW = 55 00
PB = 90 – 48 30 = 41 30
Dis = 6372.5 NM
2. At 1800 hrs UT on the 4th October, whilst in position 25 55.0 N 129 45 E the vessel receives a
Typhoon advisory from the Japanese National Weather Centre.
Super Typhoon Irma is presently 360 miles to the SSE of the vessel’s position and is proceeding NNW
at 15 knots. Winds of 100 knots are forecast within 120 miles of the storm centre.
a) On Worksheet Q2, plot the position of the vessel and the storm, indicating the likely area the
storm will move into in the next 24 hours. (4)
b) Describe the wind, weather and swell conditions likely to be encountered at the vessel’s present
position during the next 24 hours. (15)
c) Outline the actions a prudent Master should take to avoid encountering the worst of the storm,
described in Q2(b) (15).
d) Outline the bridge procedures that should be followed on board the vessel, prior to encountering
the storm. (12)
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a)
Pressure
Normal, with diurnal variation.
Diurnal variation disappears, then pressure drops rapidly to minimum at eye.
Wind
Trade Winds. ENEly
Within Storm Field, becoming NNE then veering to ENE with changing Angle of Indraft.
F4 increasing to 100 kn at eye wall then becoming calm in eye.
Wind waves
1 m increasing to approximately 15 m at eye wall then becoming calm in eye.
Cloud.
Cumulus and cirrus of canopy, changing to cumulonimbus then dense cumulonunimbus, clearing in eye.
Precipitation.
None, followed by heavy showers, then continuous heavy rain, ceasing in eye.
Swell
From NE part of TRS, SE x S, 10 m.
Direction changing to east near eye wall, then becoming confused in eye.
Height increasing to 15 m.
3. During severe weather an engine room rating suffers a serious injury after falling in the engine
room.
At 1000 hrs UT on the 17th September the rating’s condition starts to deteriorate and contact is
made with an American warship which agrees to rendezvous with the vessel at sunrise the following
day, to render medical assistance.
After consultation between the two vessels it is agreed that own vessel will maintain present heading
of 083(T) and speed of 13.0 knots.
Own vessel position at 1000hrs UT 35 24.0 N 146 42.0 E
Warship position at 1000hrs UT 33 36.0 N 149 04.0 E
Claculate EACH of the following:
a) the UT of sunrise; (15)
b) the rendezvous position; (10)
c) the course and speed required by the warship to make the rendezvous. (10)
a)
UT 17/10:00
ZN 10 LIT 146 42 E ÷ 15 = 09:47
ZT 17/20:00
SR Sep
40 N 17/05:43 20/05:45
35N 17/05:44 20/05:46
T1 00:00 00:00 5, 00 24, 01
SR 17/05:44 20/05:46
SR 18/05:45 UTG
LIT 09:47 – 146 42 E ÷ 15
SR 17/19:58 UT
17/10:00 UT
PT 09:58
40 N 17/05:43 20/05:45
35N 17/05:44 20/05:46
T1 00:00 00:00 5, 00 24, 01
SR 17/05:44 20/05:46
SR 18/05:45 UTG
LIT 09:57 – 149 20 01.57 E ÷ 15
SR 17/19:48 UT
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b)
SR 17/19:48 UT
17/10:00 UT
PT 09:48
Dis = 13.0 x 09:48 = 127.4
c)
RV 35 39.5 N 149 17.4 E
W 33 36.0 N 149 04.0 E
d 02 03.5 N 000 13.4 E
d 123.5
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a)
12:36 – 12:18 = 00:18 x 10.0 = 3.0 NM
A B D
TB 145 270 040
Tendency Drawing aft slowly Steady Steady
Range 7.0 NM 4.0 NM 1.0
Tendency Decreasing Decreasing Steady
CPA 234 x 0.2 NM 0.0 NM 038 x 1.0
TtCPA 7.0 ÷ 2.0 x 00:18 = 01:03 4.0 ÷ 2.0 x 00:18 = 00:36 Infinite
ToCPA 13:39 13:12 Never
Co 076½ 105 115
Sp 1.6 ÷ 00:18 = 5.3 kn 4.9 ÷ 00:18 = 16.3 kn 10.0 kn
Aspect Red 113½ Red 015 Green 104
b)
A Starboard Bow, crossing, collision course.
B Starboard Quarter, overtaking, collision course.
D Port beam, same course and speed.
Set 021½
Rate = 0.9 ÷ 00:18 = 3.0 kn
5. A tug and tow is due to transit through the Seymour Narrows, British Columbia at 0840hrs
Standard Time on the 20 th March. The maximum speed of the tow is 9.0 knots and the vessel is
steering a course of 180° (T) during the transit.
a) With reference to the Pacific and Atlantic Ocean Tide Tables and using Worksheet Q5, determine
the vessel’s speed over the ground at 0840hrs. (12)
b) Discuss the implications of the vessel’s speed determined in Q5(a), including any actions that the
Master should take. (7)
a)
00:30 0.0
03:20 11.1
06:20 0.0
09:40 -13.2
12:40 0.0
15:50 13.4
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November-2007
All questions refer to a 100,000 tonne product tanker which is to make a fully laden passage from
Belize (Central America) to Southampton (UK) in mid September.
1. The vessel's owners have requested that the Master follow the shortest possible route, as per
Ocean Passages of the World, to a landfall position 5 miles South of Bishop Rock. (49 47.0 N 006 27.0
W)
Using Datasheets Q1(1), Q1(2) and Q1(3)
a) Analyse the possible routes that the vessel could follow and determine the most suitable route,
stating the distance on passage. (25)
b) For the route chosen in Q1a, describe sequentially, the navigational hazards the vessel will
encounter until the vessel clears the Caribbean. (15)
a) Possible Routes.
4.29.4 Turks Island Passage via Windward Passage. Belize 1030 NM + Bishop’s Rock 3450 = 4480 NM
4.29.5 Mona Passage. Belize 1180 NM + Bishop’s Rock 3470 = 4650 NM
4.29.6 Sombrero Passage. Belize 1410 NM + Bishop’s Rock 3310 = 4720 NM
4.29.7 Saint Lucia/Saint Vincent Passage.
Belize 1590 NM + Barbados 85 NM + Bishop’s Rock 3410 NM = 5085 NM
4.21 Belize. Providence Channels or Turks Island Passage and Windward Passage are suitable.
4.16 Crooked Island Passage and Caicos Passage, longer distances than Turks Island Passage.
Decision, Rhumb Lines through Windward Passage to Turks Island Passage, Great Circle to Bishop’s Rock.
4.29.4 Turks Island Passage via Windward Passage to Belize 1030 miles.
TIP E 21 48 N 071 16 W
BRLF 49 47 N 006 27 W
DLon 064 49 E
Dis = cos-1 (cos DLon x cos Lat A x cos Lat B ± sin Lat A x sin Lat B)
= cos-1 (cos 064 49 x cos 21 48 x cos 49 47 ± sin 21 48 x sin 49 47)
= 57 24 22.63 x60 = 3444.37709
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Chartlet. Course close to banks near Grand Cayman.
2. At 15:30 hours UT on the 21st September, whilst in DR position 18 50.0 N 080 00.0 W the vessel
receives the following tropical storm advisory from the National Hurricane Centre in Miami. The
vessel is currently making 17 knots on a course 0f 080 T.
Storm is expected to maintain track for the next 24 hrs and reach hurricane intensity within the
next 12 hours.
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b) The course goes overland Jamaica and Haiti.
Hurricane Intensity is 65 knots, little more than present maximum.
At approximately 21/23:30 UT vessel will reach the coast of Jamaica and cannot proceed further on the
course.
The vessel will not enter the storm field, and conditions will not change significantly.
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Assuming that the latitude scale is incorrectly placed one degree low.
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22/03:00 Approximately.
The storm will move overland Hispaniola.
It will then interact with the land and significantly decrease in intensity and the storm field will diminish.
The path is also likely to change as a result of interaction with land.
The vessel will begin to enter the storm field, and be sheltered from the swell by Hispaniola.
Pressure: Diurnal Variation will cease, then pressure will decrease sharply toward the minimum as the
vessel and storm converge.
Wind direction: Backing to NWly, then veering to NNEly through the rest of the period.
Wind force: Increasing through 35 kn to >65 kn.
Wind Wave height: Lower than expected for the wind force, as there is little fetch from the coast of
Cuba to the vessel. Increasing to approximately 3m.
Swell direction: Changing to Sly as vessel moves north of Hispaniola, swell is refracted.
Then coming from ENEly as storm field moves over Atlantic Ocean.
Swell height: Less than expected from proximity of storm due to shelter of Hispaniola and loss of energy
due to refraction. Then due to short duration of wind over Atlantic. Approximately 3m.
Cloud cover: Increasing to 8/8.
Cloud types: Cirrus of the Canopy, becoming obscured by Cumulonimbus increasing in depth and
coverage.
Precipitation: Increasing in frequency and intensity.
Visibility: Initially good, deteriorating in precipitation, and further with spray in intense winds near eye.
c)
1. Proceed in a WSW direction.
This will maximise the distance from the current storm path, and probably keep the vessel clear of the
storm field if the path varies by up to 40° and the speed of movement increases to an extent.
3. Stop the vessel and allow the storm to pass before proceeding.
The vessel is in open water, and can take evasive action in good time if the storm path changes
westward.
3. The vessel has successfully cleared the storm and exited the Caribbean, the vessel receives new
orders to proceed to Antwerp via the Dover Straits.
The British Admiralty produces Admiralty Routeing Charts and also a number of charts that give
passage planning guidance for certain areas of the world.
a) Compare and contrast the different types of information contained in each of the above and
comment on how they may be used by the navigator. (30)
b) Explain how the Master of a deep draught vessel can make use of Co-Tidal/Co Range Charts when
planning a passage through shallow, confined waters. (15)
Routeing Charts contain climatological data for the relevant month and area, and a small amount of
routeing data.
They are used to predict the weather on a proposed passage o n a climatological basis, and to make
routeing decisions to achieve an optimum route with regard to meteorological and oceanographic
factors.
Mariners' Routeing Guides contain information about s ervices available and legal requirements relevant
to passage planning through the area covered.
They contain a relatively small amount of oceanographic data.
They are used to assist in planning passages through the area and ensure that legal requirements are
observed.
Admiralty Sailing Directions should be used in conjunction with these charts when planning coastal
passages.
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b)
Co-Range/Co-Tidal charts show:
Amphidromic points in the area.
Isopleths of Mean High Water Interval, Mean Low Water Interval, Mean Spring Range and Mean Neap
Range.
Positions of ports in the area.
Standard Ports in the area with Time Intervals and Tidal Ranges.
The time at which a required height of tide occurs, or the height of tide at a particular time can be
found for a point off shore.
The tidal data for a port, ideally a standard port, centred on the same amphidromic point as that being
considered, is used.
This information allows planning and speed adjustment to maintain adequate UKC and pass critical points
at high water or with a rising tide.
(Extract the High and Low Water times and heights for the Standard Port.
Determine whether the tides are Springs or Neaps from the mean range.
Extract the Mean High Water and Mean Low Water Intervals for the Standard Port and the positon.
Apply the differences between the two sets of times to those extracted from the tide tables.
Extract the co-range data for the standard port and the position from the appropriate Mean Spring or
Neap Range chart.
Calculate the Factor by dividing the mean range at the position by the mean range at the standard port.
Multiply the ranges obtained from the tide tables by the factor.
When the tide lies between springs and neaps obtain factors from both charts and interpolate.
For heights at intermediate times, or times of intermediate heights, find the duration and range of tide
at the position, then use the Pacific tidal procedure.)
4. At 0400 hrs, whilst proceeding in the NE bound lane of the Straits Traffic Separation Scheme, four
targets are plotted on radar, over a 20 minute period, as shown on Worksheet Q4. Visibility was
estimated to be 0.5 miles and the vessel was steering 015°(T) at 12 knots. Target A has been
identified as a lighthouse. An extensive area of shoal water lies 4 miles to starboard.
a)
WO = 12 kn x 00:20 = 4.0 NM
B
OA 1.6 NM ÷ 00:20 = 4.8 kn
AC = 4.3 nm ÷ 4.8 kn = 00:54 + 04:20 = 05:14
WA = 5.5 nm ÷ 00:20 = 16.5 kn
C
OA 2.7 NM ÷ 00:20 = 8.1 kn
AC = 3.5 nm ÷ 8.1 kn = 00:25 + 04:20 = 04:45
WA = 4.6 nm ÷ 00:20 = 13.8 kn
D
OA 4.6 NM ÷ 00:20 = 13.8 kn
AC = 5.0 nm ÷ 13.8 kn = 00:22 + 04:20 = 04:42
WA = 3.7 nm ÷ 00:20 = 11.1 kn
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Full Report
B C D
Bearing and tendency 161 drawing forward 291 steady 325 steady
Range and tendency 4.4 NM decreasing 3.5 NM decreasing 5.0 NM decreasing
CPA 085 x 1.2 NM 0.0 NM 0.0 NM
Time to / of CPA 00:54 at 05:14 00:25 at 04:45 00:22 at 04:42
Target track and speed 010 x 16.5 kn 050.5 x 13.8 kn 088 x 11.1 kn
Aspect Red 29 Green 60.5 Green 57
Analysis
B On starboard quarter, overtaking to starboard.
C On port beam, converging, collision course.
D On port bow, crossing to starboard, collision course.
b)
A
AW 094 x 0.9 nm ÷ 00:20 = 2.7 kn
c)
00:05
A OA = 4.2 ÷ 4 = 1.1 NM
B 1.6 ÷ 4 = 0.4 NM
C 2.7 ÷ 4 = 0.7 NM
D 4.6 ÷ 4 = 1.1 NM
Reduce speed.
WO' = 1.6 NM ÷ 00:20 = 4.8 kn
An alteration of course to port is prohibited in reduced visibility.
An alteration of course to starboard produces a very slow relative movement, and brings the vessel
toward the shoal ground.
The tidal stream is setting toward the shoal ground.
A CPA 1.8 NM
P-CPA = 4.5 NM ÷ 6.0 kn = 00:45
B CPA 2.0 NM
P-CPA = 3.6 NM ÷ 11.4 kn = 00:19
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5. A vessel is due to enter the port of Antwerp via the locks at Boudewijnsluis (European Tide Tables
port no 1539a).
The vessel is expected to arrive off the lock entrance on the AM flood tide on the 18th April.
The charted depth of the lock sill is 6.8 m and the vessel's draught is 9.8 m. The vessel must clear
the locks with 1.5m under the keel.
Using Worksheet Q5, determine the earliest time (UT) the vessel can enter the locks. (30)
Waterline
Draft 9.8
HoT 4.5
Keel
CD
UKC 1.5
Charted Depth 6.8
HoT = Draught + Under Keel Clearance - Charted Depth = 9.8 + 1.5 - 6.8 = 4.5 m
Differences.
5.8 5.7 4.2
0.0 +0.1
0.0 + (5.7 – 5.8) ÷ (4.2 - 5.8) x (0.1 – 0.0) = -0.0
Or, by inspection…
Ranges
Springs 5.8 m
Range 5.4 m
Neaps 3.2
Proportion = (Predicted Range – Neap Range) ÷ (Spring Range – Neap Range)
= (5.4 -3.2) ÷ (5.8 – 3.2) = 0.85
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HW 06:09 ST
Interval 01:08 –
Required Time 05:01 ST
Time Difference 01:00 –
Required Time 04:01 UT
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