This unit is delivered by distance to meet requirements for the approved and monitored training program required by Marine Order 71 and on campus with an end of term assessment for both delivery modes.
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
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
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
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Online delivery supplemented by face to face tutorials if required.
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| 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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