Navigation Master

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Navigation Master Training

A stand alone course designed to enable the offshore mariner to safely navigate extended passages using traditional methods. It includes practical navigation exercises and sample chartwork calculations.

Chart work instruments
The magnetic compass, variation and deviation
The Breton plotter
NOAA charts
Admiralty charts
Small craft charts
Projection
Scales
Horizontal datum
Units of measurement
Datum of soundings
Charted heights
Chart numbers
Source diagram

Editions and dates
Large scale charts
Notes, warnings, cautions
Detailed chart information
Nautical chart symbols and abbreviations
Angles and degrees
Latitude and Longitude
Defining a position
Chart work convections
Distance, speed, time and direction
Position by bearing and distance
Magnetic north
Compass error

Causes of deviation
Applying variation and deviation
The deviation card
Compass error
The hand bearing compass
Position lines and position fixes
Bearings at sea
Range/transit’s
Sectored lights
Clearing lines
Running fixes
Dead reckoning and estimated positions
The navigation log book

Next Steps

As you advance and become more proficient as crew or skipper you take on bigger challenges that require proper training to ensure the safety of your family and friends. The bigger the boat or length of adventure the more training you require.

Most of us prefer to spend our time on the water and not in a classroom. To facilitate this, IYT has a series of E-learning courses available for the theoretical part of sail and powerboat training.

Take one of our online (Elearning) courses for your next level of training.
Plan your practical training at one of our many schools worldwide to earn your final qualification.
Book in advance with your school as class sizes and availability may be limited.
Review the IYT course progression details to learn about professional level courses.
Spend time on the water and properly log your seatime.

The Boating Lifestyle is one of the most rewarding pursuits available. There is something physically and emotionally invigorating when you are offshore. To enjoy the experience fully you need the proper training & skills to be safe, prepared and command a vessel.

RecreationalStudent Information

Benefits Of An IYT Certification

IYT is the largest provider of crew and skipper certificates for the recreational yachting industry in the world. Learn more about the benefits of an IYT Certificate.

Certificate Renewal

For many IYT certificates, there is the need to re-qualify for your certificate every 3 to 5 years. This ensures that our certifications are meeting international standards.

IYT Yachting Passport

The IYT Passport is recognized in over 40 countries around the world and offers you an opportunity to study and train worldwide.

Course Progression

A beginner at sailing or operating a powerboat should be familiar with the training path that is available from IYT. Many recreational boaters progress to become crew on superyachts.