Nautical Mathematics unit (JND291)

Launceston, Online

Introduction

To provide candidates with the skills & knowledge required to apply algebraic & trigonometric techniques, as well as basic principles of physics, to calculations & problems involved in other modules.

Summary

Unit name	Nautical Mathematics
Unit code	JND291
Credit points	6.25
College/School	Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College
Discipline	Seafaring and Maritime Operations
Coordinator	Doctor Samrat Ghosh
Available as an elective?	No
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Intermediate

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Launceston	Semester 2
Online	AMC MT Main Block 1
Online	AMC MT Main Block 3

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
AMC MT Main Block 3	14/6/2026	19/11/2026	19/11/2026	21/11/2026
AMC MT Main Block 1	1/2/2026	11/6/2026	11/6/2026	13/6/2026
Semester 2	5/7/2026	27/7/2026	30/8/2026	24/10/2026

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Learning Outcomes

• Perform algebraic calculation to solve simple equations.
• Perform trigonometric and spherical trigonometry calculations.
• Perform area, volume and linear interpolation and calculations.
• Identify the properties of a vector quantity.
• Apply basic principles of physics and dynamics for problem solving.

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
010199	$296.00	$296.00	not applicable	$1,717.50

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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Teaching

Teaching Pattern	Online delivery supplemented by face to face tutorials if required.
Assessment	Assignment 1|Assignment 2
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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