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- NDTA Baltimore Chapter Luncheon February 21, 2012
- ATTENTION: MITAGS Shuttle Service Pick Up Zones at BWI Airport & Local Transportation Options
- MITAGS ECDIS training meets 2010 STCW Amendments
- Mariner Update - Able Seafarer to Mate
- 2012 Chief Mate - Master Schedule Now Available
- New Dates for Management, Communication & Leadership Course
- Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefit for CMM and AB to MATE Programs
License Advancement Program - Great Lakes (LAP-Great Lakes)
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Course Description
This License Advancement Program is designed for able seafarers sailing on Inland or Great Lakes waters seeking an original USCG license for "Mate 1600 Tons" up to" Mate Any Gross Tons." The course materials prepare students for the USCG exam modules, and elevate their skills to be at a peak performance prior to the exams. The course includes emphasis on navigational skills (including tides an currents), and Rules of the Road. Ample time is dedicated to the topics found within the USCG General Exam Modules. This is also a solid review course for mates desiring to upgrade to Inland/Great Lakes Master.
The spacious training lab is equipped with large chart tables (for each student), nautical publications, and internet access. The lab is open in the evening for student homework.
Pre-requisites-Licensed Deck Officer,it is also strongly recommended that students seek Coast Guard Approval to sit prior to the start of the LAP course.
What You Will Learn
- ATON
- Luminous Light Diagram
- Charts &Pubs
- Instruments and Accessories
- Tide/Current
- Bridge Regs
- Compass
- Ship’s Business
- Watchstanding
- Ship Construction
- Damage Control
- Ship Handling
- Cargo Equipment
- Loading
- Hazardous Materials
- Instruments and Accessories
- Charts and Pubs
- Navigational Procedures (general questions on navigation),
- Emergency Procedures.
What You Should Bring
- Dividers
- Triangles
- All practical Navigation Equipment
- Calculator
Students who complete this course receive USCG approved Original Radar, Basic and Advanced Fire Fighting are generally schedule prior to the start of LAP Great Lakes. These courses are required by the Coast Guard for an orignal "Mate - Great Lakes."
