Mariners Master Skipper of Power and Sail - Course and Certification

Details

Excel in Dual Disciplines: Gain command over both sail and motor vessels. Our course teaches you the art of transitioning effortlessly from sailing to powerboating, ensuring comprehensive maritime proficiency.

What You Will Learn

Core Crew Foundations

• Maritime Rules and Regulations: Dive into the details of maritime conduct, learning the "Rules of the Road" thoroughly to prevent incidents and maintain order at sea.
• Steering and Seamanship: Develop fundamental skills in vessel control and navigation, focusing on important watchkeeping responsibilities to ensure the safety of all on board.
• Deck Operations and Communication: Explore the complexities of deck operations and enhance your ability to communicate effectively, building teamwork and preparing for emergency responses.

Skipper Proficiencies

• In-depth Navigation Knowledge: Deepen your understanding of navigation, learning to interpret signals and grasp the differences between international and U.S. inland navigation rules.
• Seamanship and Safety: Sharpen your skills in vessel handling, learn advanced anchoring techniques, and manage onboard emergencies to uphold the highest safety standards.
• Meteorological Insights: Gain valuable knowledge about weather patterns and meteorology to adeptly navigate through varying atmospheric conditions.
• Piloting Skills Enhancement: Refine your piloting abilities with hands-on training in using traditional navigational tools like the magnetic compass and charts, along with modern chart plotting techniques.
• Modern Navigation Systems: Master the latest in electronic navigation technologies to complement and enhance traditional navigation methods.

Master Skipper Skills

• Water Survival Skills: Learn crucial survival techniques for cold water conditions and how to respond if your vessel capsizes, ensuring personal and crew safety.
• First-Aid Essentials: Equip yourself with essential first-aid capabilities to address a range of medical emergencies and injuries on board.
• Advanced Vessel Recovery Techniques: Discover sophisticated methods for vessel recovery, focusing on towing safety and operations to recover vessels proficiently and safely.
• Sailing Skills: Dive deep into the essential aspects of sailing, including understanding the "rules of the road" for sailing vessels, getting to grips with the mechanics of sailboats, and mastering the sailing language. These skills are fundamental for confident and safe navigation.
• Enhanced Marine Communications: Become proficient in advanced marine communication techniques, mastering radio operations, safety protocols, and emergency communications for effective and secure sea communication.

Topics Covered

Rules of the Road

• Application, Responsibility, and General Definitions
• Steering and Sailing Rules
• Lights and Day Shapes
• Sound and Light Signals
• Differences Between International and U.S. Inland Rules

Seamanship and Safety

• Vessel Operation Fundamentals
• Anchoring and Mooring
• Safety and Emergency Protocols
• Communication and Teamwork on Deck
• Navigation and Watchkeeping Duties
• Weather Analysis and Application
• Seamanship Skills Development
• Comprehensive Maritime Safety Awareness

Navigation

• Introduction to Navigation
• Magnetic Compass
• Aids to Navigation
• Electronic Navigation
• Tides and Current
• Piloting Navigation (Chart Plotting)

Water Survival Skills

• Cold Water Survivability Techniques
• Water Immersion Strategies
• Emergency Procedures for Capsizing
• Helicopter Rescue and Evacuation Procedures

First Aid

• Responding to Miscellaneous Emergencies
• Identifying and Managing Hazards
• Treating Injuries and Emergencies
• Offering Immediate Assistance and Care

Advanced Vessel Recovery

• Fundamentals of Towing Safety
• Tow Operation Essentials
• Towing Guidance and Practices
• Master Towing Safety

Seamanship for the Sailor

• Seamanship Skills
• Rules of the Road for Sailing Vessels
• Inner Workings of a Sailboat
• Essential Sailing Terminology

Advanced Marine Communications

• Advanced Marine Communication Basics
• Marine Radio Operations and Procedures
• Essential Radio Equipment Systems
• Safety and Emergency Communication Technologies

What's Included

• Pass Guarantee - When you do the work, we'll ensure the result
• Enrollment Period - Enjoy unlimited access to your course for 12 months
• Online Final Exam - Available Any Day, Any Time
• MLS iVideo Training Series - Watch, listen, and learn at your convenience
• MLS eBook Training Series - Carry your training materials with you on any device
• MLS Audio - Learn while on the go or during other activities
• MLS Mobile - Easily access course materials online or offline
• Full-sized Long Island Sound Training Chart – 12354TR

The Mariners Advantage

• Decades of Expertise - Proven Curriculum and Results
• Empowering Boaters - Dynamic and Engaging Courseware
• Flexible Learning - Tailored to Your Schedule
• Day or Night, We've Got You Covered - 24/7 Live Technical Support

Physical materials are available for free shipping via USPS Priority Mail. Alternative shipping options are available at checkout for an additional cost.

IMPORTANT NOTE: You will need a set of parallels and dividers for the Chart Plotting module and final exam. These can be purchased from our website.

Online Testing

Mariners Learning System™ offers remote testing for those looking to excel out on the water. Our eLearning system makes it easy to take your course and final proctored exam online when it’s convenient for you. Any Day. Any Time. Any Place.

Grading Process

Once the student completes the course quizzes and online module exam(s), they can test on-demand online for their final proctored exam with Mariners Learning System™.

The Mariners Master Skipper of Power and Sail is a 3-part final exam with two parts containing a single module final exam and one part containing a two module final exam with the following grading standards:

Mariners Crew

• Total Multiple-Choice Questions = 50
• Minimum Passing Percentage = 90%
• Total Questions Wrong and Still Pass = 5

Crew Upgrade to Mariners Skipper

Chart Plotting

• Total Multiple-Choice Questions = 10
• Minimum Passing Percentage = 90%
• Total Questions Wrong and Still Pass = 1

Rules, Seamanship, and Navigation

• Total Multiple-Choice Questions = 50
• Minimum Passing Percentage = 90%
• Total Questions Wrong and Still Pass = 5

Skipper Upgrade to Mariners Master Skipper of Power and Sail

• Total Multiple-Choice Questions = 50
• Minimum Passing Percentage = 90%
• Total Questions Wrong and Still Pass = 5

The student must pass all modules to receive a certification of completion. If a student fails one or more modules, they will be able to retest after the previous exams are reviewed, and reattempts unlocked. This re-examination must occur within 3 months of the original testing attempt or prior to the course expiration date, whichever date comes first. Those who do not pass an exam module after three attempts must retake the entire online course and retest all modules online prior to the year course expiration date and wait a period of 45 days to retest.

Exam Requirements

Students must have a high-speed Internet connection and an up-to-date desktop or laptop with a webcam and microphone. Also, students must have the ability to download software through the MLS account. This is required to access the exam.

When testing online for the proctored exam, students will be required to display a legible photocopy of their Mariners Learning System recognized photo identification to the computer screen.

The list of acceptable forms of photo identification includes:

• U.S. driver’s license
• U.S. Passport
• Foreign Passport
• Law enforcement credential, with photograph of the applicant, issued by Federal, State, or local government
• U.S. Military identification card
• Official identification card issued by a State, or local government
• Official identification card issued by the Federal Government
• Merchant Marine Document issued after February 3, 2003

IMPORTANT NOTE: It is the student’s responsibility to provide a clear and legible copy of identification. If an ID is not provided and/or MLS is unable to read the copy, it will result in a failure. No exceptions per our policy. No other forms of identification will be accepted.