RYA Radar Course

RYA Radar Course - for small boats - aimed at anyone who needs to learn to set up and use the set effectively as a navigation aid and for collision avoidance.

Description

RYA Radar

This course is aimed at anyone who needs to learn to set up and use the set effectively as a navigation aid and for collision avoidance.

Description

This is a hands-on course.  You will gain an understanding of various maintenance tasks that help to keep your yacht safe and operational.

Radars are a common feature onboard recreational and small commercial vessels and yet are not always used to its full potential. In fact, many people fear turning it on because they don’t know how to use it properly.

The course content was developed by the Royal Yachting Association to help small vessel operators, both power and sail get better use of their radar. You will get to experience different scenarios through a simulator covering all aspects of radar usage.

You will gain the confidence to use your radar in conditions of restricted visibility and the knowledge to understand what is on your radar screen.

We teach you how to take simple measures to prevent mechanical breakdown at sea and to rectify defects which do not require workshop support.

Course programme

  • Switching on and setting up
  • Making the picture better
  • Understanding the picture
  • Radar reflectors
  • Understanding collision avoidance
  • Position fixing by radar
  • Pilotage by radar

What's included

Tuition, and certification.

Qualifications

RYA Radar

Before you start

No previous experience is required.  None, but some basic navigational skills such as measuring distance and bearing will be helpful.

Delivery Options:

  • Classroom: Full day from 9am-5pm

Inclusion:

  • Exercise book
  • RYA Radar Handbook
  • Case Studies
  • Plotting Sheets

Course Provider

The course will be delivered by Ivan Signorelli of Ocean Boardroom at our office premise in Mosman Bay Marina or a nearby location.

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