License Advancement Program - Great Lakes (LAP-Great Lakes)

Individual Course / Program

Length	5 Weeks
Approval	None
Location	MITAGS - Onsite
Training Method	Lecture, chartwork
Simulation	None
Equipment	Chart tables, nautical publications
Pre-requisite	Licensed Deck Officer
Individual Course	Yes
Part of Program	No
Price of Program	$3,400.00

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."