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Description

This program has been planned in co-operation with Transport Canada and shipping companies. It offers a complete preparation for those seeking employment as a ship's navigation officer. The specialized competencies and work experience also provide the graduate with opportunities for employment in government and in other marine-related industries.

NOTE: This is a Transport Canada approved program.

Career Opportunities

The graduate of this program will find a rewarding career as a ship's officer on board merchant vessels. Recognition of the quality of the cadet program can lead to rapid career advancement along with the responsibilities of leadership in the marine industry. The Transport Canada officer's certificate is internationally recognized as a qualification opening the way to opportunities in a variety of commercial trades.

Program Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• safely and effectively function as a member of a large dynamic team whose goal is to transport cargo;
• demonstrate safe, efficient, and modern navigation skills;
• demonstrate the knowledge of "hands on" seamanship skills and operational components of a ship;
• use modern technology in the performance of shipboard duties and be able to adapt to changes in technology;
• know and apply relevant marine laws and regulations within the marine industry;
• demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills in a variety of situations applicable to the marine industry;
• demonstrate a professional attitude and use ethical practice as a member of the marine industry;
• practice and develop effective basic management skills with respect to human and physical resources;
• demonstrate effective critical thinking and problem solving abilities;
• complete this Transport Canada approved program with a level of knowledge which prepares the graduate for various levels of certification as navigating officers;
• develop learning skills that can be used to continue education at university to achieve a degree.

The descriptions that follow provide brief outlines of the courses. Please note that some courses have prerequisite and/or corequisite requirements not shown here, that need to be met in order to enroll in the course. You will be advised of any requisite requirements during the registration process, or you can contact the academic area for further details.

Practical Experience

Co-operative Education is a mandatory component of all Co-op programs at Georgian College; it has been designed as a process by which students integrate their academic education with paid work experience related to their program of study. This integration affects much more than simply earning a salary, including the adjustment to the work environment and the development of professionalism. It also reinforces skills and theory learned during academic semesters, develops professional contacts, job knowledge and career path, improves human relations and communication skills and promotes personal maturity and financial independence.

Students are requested to register, attend and participate in their scheduled co-operative education classes. These classes are scheduled for all first year students and are expected to be completed in order to proceed successfully to their first co-op work experience. To ensure students are eligible to proceed onto any co-op work experience students should refer to Promotional Status and Eligibility for Co-op as outlined in the College Calendar.

Georgian College follows the Co-operative Education guidelines set out by the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education (CAFCE) and Education at Work Ontario (EWO) by supporting the learning outcomes designed for the program specific graduate profile and curriculum as set out by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

This is a fully integrated co-operative education program, wherein the cadet will participate in semesters of academic study at the Owen Sound Campus interspersed with work term placements on board ships. Hence, undergraduates are involved in work activities directly related to their educational objectives. The training schedule is somewhat different from that of normal day programs. As well, the college provides Pre-Sea Safety and Marine Emergency Duty training which are required before a cadet may proceed to the shipboard work placement.

Each cadet's performance during work terms is evaluated by a supervising officer of the respective employer. The phasing of academic and work periods is a result of discussions between members of the shipping industry, Transport Canada and the College. Consequently, this industry-accepted arrangement benefits employers and cadets. Every effort is made to arrange work term placements, however, cadets must qualify for such and no guarantee of placement can be made.

Program Progression

Sem 1 - Fall 2009

Sem 2 - Winter 2010

Work Term 1 - Summer 2010

Sem 3 - Fall 2010

Sem 4 -0 Winter 2011

Work Term 2 - Summer 2011 Fall 2011

Sem 5 - Winter 2012

Sem 6 - Summer 2012

Work Term 3 - Summer 2012

Articulation Agreements

A number of articulation agreements have been negotiated with universities and other institutions across Canada, North America and internationally. These agreements are assessed, revised and updated on a regular basis. Please contact the program co-ordinator for specific details if you are interested in pursuing such an option. Additional information can be found on our website at www.georgianc.on.ca/academics/articulations.

Admission Requirements

Applicants following the OSS curriculum must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD - 30 credits), or equivalent.

OSS applicants require Grade 12 English (C) or (U) (ENG4C, ENG4U) and Grade 12 College Mathematics (MAP4C or MCT4C), or any Grade 12 University Math, or equivalent. Recommended subjects include: Physics: Grade 12 College or Grade 11 or 12 University (SPH 4C, SPH 4U, SPH 3U) OR Chemistry: Grade 12 Chemistry College or Grade 11 or 12 University (SCH 4C, SCH 4U, SCH 3U).

Canadian and foreign shipping companies require a Transport Canada Marine Medical Examination Report before accepting students for Co-operative assignments on board ships. Cadets may be subjected to adverse environmental conditions while on board ship (noise, dirt, dust, confined quarters and heavy lifting). Anyone with known allergies should consult with the Co-op department. Transport Canada requires a certificate of visual acuity and color vision before any Transport Canada examination is written.

Eligibility to enter the United States: All shipping companies, whether Canadian or foreign, which have vessels trading in U.S. ports require that all their shipboard personnel be eligible to legally enter the U.S.

Note: Applicants must be either a Canadian citizen or a Permanent Resident of Canada.

Applicants who are 19 years of age or over by the first day of classes, and who lack the academic admission qualifications, may be considered for entrance as mature students. Each applicant will be considered on an individual basis and acceptance will be determined by counseling, Communication Placement Assessment (CPA), previous post-secondary education and evaluation of experience. Some programs also have specific prerequisite requirements that must be met prior to admission. Mature applicants must meet all program specific prerequisites. Those applying as mature students and having no documentation of Grade 12 education must supply, if requested, proof of age, such as a copy of an official birth certificate or driver's licence.

Graduation Requirements

48 Mandatory Courses

2 Communications Courses

3 Co-op Work Terms

Graduation Eligibility

To graduate from this program, the passing weighted average for promotion through each semester, from year to year and to graduate is 60%. Additionally, a student must attain a minimum of 50% or a letter grade of P (Pass) or S (Satisfactory) in each course in each semester.

Mandatory

DRFT1012 Drafting and Basic Blueprint Reading

ELEC2012 Direct Current Fundamentals

ELEC2013 AC Circuit Fundamentals and Electrical Machines

MARE1007 Basic Engineering Knowledge

MARE1012 Coastal Navigation 1

MARE1014 Practical Seamanship

MARE1016 Astronomy for Navigation

MARE1017 Radar Navigation

MARE1018 Navigational Safety

MARE1019 Introduction to Shipmaster's Business

MARE1021 Ship Construction

MARE1023 Electronic Navigation Aids

MARE1024 GMDSS Part 1

MARE1025 Marine Basic First Aid

MARE1026 Seamanship

MARE1027 STCW Basic Safety Training

MARE2005 Transverse Stability

MARE2011 Log Book 1 - Marine Navigation

MARE2012 Industrial and Environmental Safety

MARE2013 Signals and Communications

MARE2014 Simulated Navigation

MARE2015 Coastal Navigation 2

MARE2016 Advanced Seamanship

MARE2018 Log Book 2 - Marine Navigation

MARE2022 Ocean Navigation 1

MARE2023 Proficiency in Survival Craft

MARE2024 GMDSS Part 2

MARE2025 Human Behaviour in Marine Industry

MARE2026 Ocean Navigation 2

MARE3006 Computer Systems and Advanced Applications

MARE3013 Navigational Aids and Instruments

MARE3014 Instrumentation and Controls

MARE3015 Shipmaster's Business

MARE3016 Advanced Ship Construction

MARE3017 Cargo Work

MARE3018 Naval Architecture

MARE3019 Advanced Engineering Knowledge for Navigation

MARE3022 Advanced Fire Fighting

MARE3023 Marine Advanced First Aid

MARE3024 Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS)

MARE3025 Longitudinal Stability

MATH1010 Math for Marine Technology

MATH1022 Advanced Algebra

MATH2002 Spherical Mathematics

MENG1004 Basic Applied Mechanics

MENG2002 Strength of Materials

METE2001 Meteorology

PHYS1003 Physics

Communications

COMM1005 Marine Technical Communications

COMM2001 Marine Technical Reports

Co-op

COOP1027 Marine Navigation Work Term 1

COOP2022 Marine Navigation Work Term 2

COOP3012 Marine Navigation Work Term 3

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

COMM1005 Marine Technical Communications 48.0 Hours

Effective writing and speaking are necessary for success in both college and the workplace. Therefore, this first level course focuses on the concepts, mechanics, and skills of three key areas: writing, presentations, and professional job search documents. The course requires students to use current communications technology.

COMM2001 Marine Technical Reports 48.0 Hours

Students develop their oral and written communication skills necessary for accurate, efficient, and effective operation of vessels. Using available technology, students research, write, and edit workplace documents individually and collaboratively. With audio-visual support, they deliver oral presentations that emphasize current Marine technology. Knowledge of a word processing software package is essential for completing assignments.

COOP1027 Marine Navigation Work Term 1 840.0 Hours

This is the first of four Co-op sea terms designed to provide the cadet with practical work

experience to develop the competencies required of a ship's officer. For most, this first Co-op placement onboard ships represents the beginning of a seagoing career. As such, a cadet is expected to be involved in learning about the vessel's operations, the command structure and safety procedures.

COOP2022 Marine Navigation Work Term 2 1680.0 Hours

This is the second of two Co-op sea terms and is a continuation of the practical work experience on board a merchant ship thus enabling the cadet to develop the competencies required of a ship's officer.

COOP3012 Marine Navigation Work Term 3 400.0 Hours

This is the third Co-op sea term and is a continuation of the practical work experience on board a merchant ship thus enabling the cadet to develop the competencies required of a ship's officer. Any sea time required to graduate is completed in this Co-op work term.

DRFT1012 Drafting and Basic Blueprint Reading 32.0 hours

Students will learn basic drafting and blueprint reading skills that will allow them to read and understand ships structural plans and to draft simple plans and specifications that will effectively communicate corrective measures and creative solutions.

ELEC2012 Direct Current Fundamentals 48.0 Hours

This course is designed to develop an intuitive understanding and working knowledge of the basic electrical phenomena employed in marine electrical equipment and electronics.

ELEC2013 AC Circuit Fundamentals and Electrical Machines 48.0 Hours

This course provides the student with the knowledge of the theory and operation of alternating current generation, conversion, distribution and consumption equipment used in a marine plant.

MARE1007 Basic Engineering Knowledge 48.0 Hours

this course is a basic study of common systems, machinery, pipeline components, and fittings on board steam and diesel powered ships. This knowledge prepares a student for the co-op work terms and offers familiarization for some of the systems present on board ships.

MARE1012 Coastal Navigation 1 80.0 Hours

The coastlines of the world are dotted with examples of navigational errors. This course prepares a student with the ability of understanding the information contained on a chart and how to use this chart. Charts are but one source of information for a navigator. Information found in other publications will be discussed and then an in-depth use of the Canadian Tide Tables completes this course.

MARE1014 Practical Seamanship 48.0 Hours

This is a practical course in the safe use, construction and strength of ropes and wire ropes. The theory of rope and wire rope construction and knowing the safe working limits of rope is the centre of this course. Practical proficiency in knot tying, whipping and splicing of rope and wire rope will prepare students for their co-op work terms.

MARE1016 Astronomy for Navigation 48.0 Hours

Use of the astronomical bodies for navigation is a centuries old skill. With the advent of modern electronic aids, this skill is still important because the sky never fails. Learning the terminology and particular astronomical relationships/phenomena is the main focus of this course. Also, included is using the astronomical bodies to determine compass error.

MARE1017 Radar Navigation 64.0 Hours

Radar as a navigational tool has proved itself countless times over. Yet the incorrect use of this tool has lead to many disasters. Understanding how radar works, its limitations, and how to use this instrument properly forms the heart of the course. Practical aspects include being able to interpret information from radar and plotting radar echoes to determine risk of collision.

MARE1018 Navigational Safety 48.0 Hours

Students will learn the contents of the Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea and the Code of Nautical Procedures and Practices. This will include being able to identify ship types by the navigational lights displayed, knowing the sound signals used by various vessels and the navigational responsibilities when ships meet at sea. With this knowledge, the student will be able to act as part of a navigational team.

MARE1019 Introduction to Shipmaster's Business 48.0 Hours

You are entering a highly regulated industry. In this course you will he introduced to some of the regulations that affect everyday life for a seafarer. This includes knowledge

about ship registration, levels of Certificates of Competency, seaworthiness and the rights

of the crew, the Articles of Agreement and types of safety and inspection certificates.

With this knowledge, a student can feel confident that they are stepping into a safe

environment.

MARE1021 Ship Construction 64.0 Hours

Many types of ships sail the waters of the world. The basic principles of ship construction are the same for all. Students will study the principles of ship structures, the materials used in ship construction and the processes of building a ship. This helps in the understanding of the stresses which a ship must withstand due to inclement weather and the loading of a ship.

MARE1023 Electronic Navigation Aids 64.0 Hours

This course introduces other electronic navigation aids which are used in marine navigation. Electronic Navigation aids, available worldwide, will be discussed in depth so that that student will know the use, limitations and practical operation of each aid used in the safe navigation of the vessel.

MARE1024 GMDSS part 1 24.0 Hours

Students will learn to communicate between ships and between ship and shore using marine radios to the standards prescribed in the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System GMDSS. The material in this course covers the scope of the requirements for examination for a Restricted Radio Operators Certificate - Maritime Commercial. ROC-MC. This course forms part 1 of the two courses comprising the GMDSS General Operators Certificate examination requirements.

MARE1025 Marine Basic First Aid 16.0 hours

This course will enable every Seafarer who is designated to apply immediate basic first aid in the event of an accident or illness on board the skill necessary to perform those duties.

MARE1026 Seamanship 48.0 Hours

This is an introduction into the marine environment and it's terminology. The working routine and roles of shipboard personnel are explained and described to prepare individuals for their first co-op work periods. The course also describes the various types of equipment found on board ship and how to safely work with them.

MARE1027 STCW Basic Safety Training - 43.0 Hours

This course prepares students to respond to marine emergencies in preparation for co-op work terms on board ship. This course meets the international training requirements of the STCW (Safety, Training and Certification of Watchkeepers) convention for all seafarers before going to sea. There is an introduction to the types of hazards and emergencies that can occur in the marine environment. Firefighting theory and fire control onboard ship is supported by using firefighting equipment to extinguish small fires in a controlled environment

MARE2005 Transverse Stability 48.0 Hours

In this course, the student will be introduced to basic, stability theory and definitions. The student will be able to recognize the factors that keep a ship floating upright. The course will consist of many calculations about the effects of loading a weight on a ship's centre of gravity, hydrostatics, and co-efficients of form, Simpson's rules for determining areas, and volumes, and moments of inertia.

MARE2011 Log Book 1 - Marine Navigation 64.0 Hours

In this course the student is required to commence work on a cadet training manual or logbook. The completion of an approved cadet training manual is a Transport Canada requirement. Upon return to school from the first Co-op work term the College will evaluate your logbook. Completeness of the record is essential. The focus for this phase is shipboard and personal safety.

MARE2012 Industrial and Environmental Safety 64.0 Hours

The shipping industry is an international business. This course introduces students to the various relationships and functions of international and national authorities. With this knowledge the course continues into the various regulations that provide working conditions for industrial and environmental safety.

MARE2013 Signals and Communications 32.0 Hours

Signals are an integral part of seamanship and the cadet must be conversant with the techniques of communication between ships, and ship to shore. The Morse Code, radio-telephone and the International code of signals have traditionally been the method by which communication has been effected.

MARE2014 Simulated Navigation 96.0 Hours

A modern Simulator allows the student to obtain experience in realistic shipboard navigation. Students will practise team management as it applies to navigation. Decision making and critical thinking is an integral part of this course. This course will provide the student with a thorough knowledge of the application of the Collision Regulations and principles to be observed in keeping a navigational watch. Electronic aids are used to plot the ship's position and progress. The student will be required to take necessary action to avoid collision without putting the vessel at risk. Each exercise is monitored by audio and visual observation of the students. Post-exercise evaluations and play back capabilities support effective debriefing of the students.

MARE2015 Coastal Navigation 2 64.0 Hours

This course involves a continued study into the planning and execution phases of a voyage. As well as additional practical chart work, this course discusses the projection methods of chart construction and their limitations; the degree of reliance that can be placed on a fix; finding the most probable position of a ship, using other nations' tide tables; and proper record keeping. The voyage planning section includes a hands-on project that applies all of the concepts of safe navigation.

MARE2016 Advanced Seamanship 64.0 Hours

The student's understanding of seamanship is elevated to a standard equivalent to that required by a Master of a ship. The course includes principles of ship handling in confined waterways and in open waters, heavy weather sailing, ice navigation, beaching and stranding, towing, working with tugboats, collision, dry-docking and anchoring. This course will also prepare the student to create an effective passage plan for any intended voyage. The student is also introduced to the principle of Bridge Resource Management, and its role in the promotion of safe navigation.

MARE2018 Log Book 2 - Marine Navigation 64.0 Hours

In this course the student is required to complete the logbook that was commenced during the first Co-op work term. The completion of an approved cadet training manual is a Transport Canada requirement. Upon return to school from the second Co-op work term the College will evaluate your logbook. Completeness of the record is essential. The focus for this phase is shipboard operations.

MARE2022 Ocean Navigation 1 64.0 Hours

Building on the theory of astronomy, this course provides a practical method of using astronomy to fix the ships position. Involved with fixing the ships position is the ability to use nautical instruments and calculating a ships position following a known course and distance traveled. Concluding this course will be practice problems which demonstrate the traditional practice of fixing a ships position while at sea.

MARE2023 Proficiency in Survival Craft- 28.0 Hours

This course is another requirement for seafarers under the STCW (Standards of Training, Certification of Watchkeepers) convention of the International Maritime Organization. In the event that an emergency at sea requires a seafarer to abandon ship, this course prepares a student for the proficient use of lifeboats and life rafts. Further topics included in this course will discuss rescue by helicopter and the use of signalling apparatus.

MARE2024 GMDSS Part 2 48.0 hours

Students will learn to communicate between ships and between ship and shore using marine radios to the standards prescribed in the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System GMDSS. Coupled with the knowledge gained from MARE1015 Maritime ROC - GMDSS part 1 the material in this course covers the scope of the requirements for examination for a GMDSS General Operators Certificate - GOC.

MARE2025 Human Behavior in Marine Industry 32.0 Hours

This course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the sociological and psychological factors that help and hinder effective interactions in the marine industry. Knowledge of human relations is essential for career success. By introducing the student to sociological and psychological concepts, this course will develop awareness and help the student interpret, evaluate and improve person-to-person work relationships.

MARE2026 Ocean Navigation 2 64.0Hours

The course covers more advanced study in ocean and offshore navigation. Students will review previous navigational astronomy and celestial phenomena.

MARE3006 Computer Systems and Advanced Applications 48.0 Hours

This course is designed to develop computer skills useful to a person entering a marine career. It focuses on use of new technology for information retrieval and exchange, and the development of software applications to solve marine problems.

MARE3013 Navigational Aids and Instruments 80.0 Hours

This course provides advanced training in radio propagation and reception. The different types of electronic position fixing systems are covered in greater theory. The magnetic compass and the correction of deviation will be studied in detail. This course culminates the knowledge learned in the other electronic courses giving the candidate the necessary information required for Master Mariners level examination and/or credit. A ship Master is responsible for a bridge team that must utilize equipment for the optimum performance. In addition, placement of equipment and aerials is important. Students are required to have a thorough knowledge of the theory governing these systems which included the deficiencies adherent to them.

MARE3014 Instrumentation and Controls 48.0 Hours

This course provides the student with an understanding of instrumentation and control systems found on board ship. Together with the Basic Engineering Knowledge, it prepares the student for Transport Canada's Master's Engineering Knowledge examination.

MARE3015 Shipmaster's Business 48.0 Hours

Students will soon appreciate the complicated world of marine insurance. Efficiency and concern for the ship owner's investment is covered as it applies to port operations. With the international scope of this industry, study is given to Custom House procedures and documentation.

MARE3016 Advanced Ship Construction 48.0 Hours

The study of ship construction continues with investigating specialized structures and ships. At this point, the complete ship structure has been studied. How the ship is actually designed and constructed is covered by this course. The considerations in the design for powering, stresses and strains, regulatory requirements and finally, the acceptance procedure by the owner, completes this course.

MARE3017 Cargo Work 80.0 Hours

This course will discuss principles of cargo stowage, including the care and precautions during loading, transit and discharge. The requirements under the Canada Shipping Act in the care and carriage of cargo and maintaining of the cargo gear are studied. Knowledge will be gained concerning aspects of Transport Canada Technical Publication documents and those of the International Maritime Organization Diverse systems of cargo carriage, including self-unloaders, refrigerated vessels, roll-on/roll-off vessels, container vessels, tankers and LPG and LNG carriers, general cargo and bulk carriers are covered.

MARE3018 Naval Architecture 80.0 Hours

Stability of vessel is of the utmost importance. A vessel is loaded and then leaves port and enters the sailing portion of the trip. During the voyage, fuel is consumed and other variables such as weather can adversely affect the safety of the vessel. On arrival the cargo is discharged. This course attempts to address several factors that will ensure safe, efficient loading, transit and discharge of a vessel. The officer must understand the purpose and intent of the stability books and regulations governing this subject.

MARE3019 Advanced Engineering Knowledge for Navigation 48.0 Hours

This course is a study of shipboard machinery and systems including some operational aspects not covered in Basic Engineering Knowledge.

MARE3022 Advanced Fire Fighting - 37.0 Hours

The STCW Convention requires individuals to complete this course in Advanced Fire Fighting before becoming and officer. In depth understanding of the fire process and coordinating fire fighting activities in an effective manner is part of the development of leadership skills for students. A fire fighting plan of attack will be discussed as well as the coordination of fire fighting activities with the assistance of shore based fire fighters. Final discussion will introduce students to the concepts of managing crowds and arranging the care of injured persons.

MARE3023 Marine Advanced First Aid 31.0 Hours

This course will enable every seafarer who is designated to apply immediate advanced first aid in the event of an accident or illness on board the skill necessary to perform those duties.

MARE3024 Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) 32.0 Hours

This course provides the mariner with the knowledge and practical experience required to safely operate an EDCIS system to its full potential and to recognize the limitations of the system.

MARE3025 Longitudinal Stability 64.0 Hours

Knowledge of dynamical stability and the longitudinal stability are the focus of this

course. The effect of bilging, grounding and dry-docking are examined. The rolling of the

ship and how to resist are studied.

MATH1010 Math for Marine Technology 48.0 Hours

This is a course designed for students in the Marine Engineering and Marine Navigation programs. It contains trigonometry, complex numbers and logarithms and their applications in the Marine field. This is one of two prerequisite courses for MATH2001 Mathematics with Calculus and MATH2002 Spherical Mathematics.

MATH1022 Advanced Algebra 96.0 Hours

Mathematics is embedded throughout this program. This course builds on previous education and sharpens those skills so that success becomes possible. Emphasis on advanced algebra, geometry and mathematical manipulation is the core of the material studied.

MATH2002 Spherical Mathematics 96.0 Hours

This course reviews complex numbers and trigonometry and applies the use of Nome's Tables to Logarithms. The main topic studied in this course is spherical trigonometry to prepare the student for astro navigation.

MENG1004 Basic Applied Mechanics 64.0 Hours

This course provides a sound working knowledge of the fundamentals of Applied Engineering Mechanics including kinematics, dynamics, statics, and elementary strength of materials.

MENG2002 Strength of Materials 32.0 Hours

The course builds upon previous courses in mathematics, physics and ship instruction to

assist the student in understanding the stresses and forces involved in materials used to

build and operate the ship.

METE2001 Meteorology 80.0 Hours

This course immerses the student into the science of meteorology. Understanding the basics of weather systems to being able to prepare rudimentary forecasts are important skills for the navigation officer. Included with this course is a study of global weather phenomena, ocean currents and weather routing of ships.

PHYS1003 Physics 32.0 Hours

This course provides the student with a knowledge of and understanding of the practical application of physics to Transport Canada standards which includes heat and thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, light, sound and modern physics.

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Last Update: January 21, 2010.