Courses & Units
Bridge Equipment JND294
Introduction
On successful completion of this unit, students will have the knowledge and skills to set up and use bridge equipment as a Deck watchkeeper for the safe navigation and operation of the vessel and be able to interpret and analyse information, and apply it to watchkeeping requirements.
This unit builds on the knowledge gained in the year 1 and meets the learning outcomes set out in Table A -II/1 of STCW 2010 (Manila Amendments) and the Maritime Training Package MAR50320.
Summary
| Unit name | Bridge Equipment |
|---|---|
| Unit code | JND294 |
| Credit points | 6.25 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | Seafaring and Maritime Operations |
| Coordinator | Mr Tony Boyle |
| Available as an elective? | No |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Intermediate |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Note
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2022 | 22/3/2022 | 11/4/2022 | 29/5/2022 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2022 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2022 will be available from the 1st October 2021. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the fundamental principles, operations, and limitations of selected bridge equipment
- Carry out performance tests and maintenance of selected bridge equipment as per relevant regulations.
- Utilization of various types of bridge equipment for communication, attracting attention, and to safely navigate the vessel.
- Respond appropriately to alarms and indicators found on-board a vessel
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 031705 | $501.00 | $501.00 | not applicable | $1,413.00 |
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
JND150Teaching
| Teaching Pattern |
Blended delivery in the form of lectures and online learning supplemented with consolidated face to face learning towards the end of semester. Students attending classes and students electing to study on flexible mode will follow the same class time table. Total lecturing hours have not changed from the existing. Both categories of students will have access to the same resources through MyLO. Lectures Duration/ Frequency/Time tabling: 2.5 hrs / 1/ week for 10 weeks. Total Hrs 25 hrs approximately. Tutorial Duration/ Frequency/Time tabling: 1 hrs / 1/ week for 10 weeks. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Multi Choice Quiz (10%)|Class Test (20%)|Final Exam (70%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
All essential learning material will be provided through MyLO and any additional learning and reference material will be announced through MyLO as and when necessary |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Regs4ships This is an updated, searchable, maritime regulation database that combines Flag State compliance documentation with IMO, ILO & EU legislation to provide an overall regulatory solution. Accessible through the following link in the UTAS Library https://www.utas.edu.au/library/find/databases/databases-q-z#r
| Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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