NAU 400 - Advanced Maritime Topics

Class Hours: 3, Units: 3
Prerequisite(s): CRU 200, CRU 200L, DL 410 (may be taken concurrently), EGL 300
This course is designed to consolidate and advance the knowledge of seamanship gained by students in their earlier years at Cal Maritime, both on cruise and in the classroom. A study of the many aspects of seamanship is conducted, along with theoretical aspects of shiphandling. The steering gear, navigation safety regulations, and responsibility of the pilots are considered. Heavy weather, ice seamanship, and ground tackle are included. The ship’s log and its legal standing are discussed, along with record keeping and the ship’s officers’ responsibility under the federal code, including ethics, alcohol and substance abuse issues, and crimes at sea. Students will be required to write a term paper and make an oral presentation to the class.
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