Interested in steering a yacht? Before you can be fully qualified to control one, you need to know how to operate the onboard radio to communicate with other captains on the sea! Whether you already have started learning how to steer a yacht or are aspiring to learn, this course will be crucial in your goal to drive a yacht regardless of weather conditions.
In this private 6-hour course, you'll learn how to use the portable radio that accompanies every yacht. This radio is important in reaching out for assistance regarding emergencies, where to 'park' the yacht, to assess weather conditions and more! With the help of qualified instructors, you'll be one step close to making your yacht dreams a reality.
Course Outline:
- Introduction to VHF radio
- Types of VHF radios (Fixed & Portable)
- Simplex and duplex transmission
- VHF radio international channels (16, 70, 13, 6, 14, 8, etc)
- VHF radio functions (use of each button on the unit)
- Digital selective calling (DSC)
- VHF radio regulation
- Phonetic alphabet and numerals
- VHF Radio Procedure words and their use:
- Mayday
- Pan Pan
- Security
- Ship-to-ship call
- GMDSS Components:
- DSC
- EPIRB
- SART
- NAVTEX
- INMARSAT
- HF RADIO
- POWER SUPPLY
Materials:
All materials will be provided
Validity Period:
All sessions are valid for 75 days upon booking
Age Requirements:
18 and older
Additional Info:
- An International Sailing Schools Association license (ISSA) certificate will be awarded after completion of the course
Location:
Unit no. 704 & 705
Clover Bay Tower
Marasi Drive
Business Bay
Dubai
