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Marine radar is a great tool for
any boater. However, if you do not understand radar basics it provides little
help. And, if misinterpreted, it can result in a dangerous situation. If you
have radar, someone on the boat needs to know how to use it. Not just for your
safety, but it is also the law.
Join us for the day to learn
radar basics and operations. While the one-day course will not make you a radar
expert, it provides the knowledge to properly operate your radar system and
begin to understand what is displayed. After that it is practice, practice,
practice. Course
Registration Form
Course fee - $195
includes:
• Course instruction
• "Radar for Mariners" by David Burch with limited
simulator
• Parallel rulers and
dividers
• Student manual
•
Exercises
• Carrying case
Exams:
• Course is being reviewed for
accreditation.
• American Sailing Association Radar
Endorsement Exam is available for
an extra $50 fee
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We will be at Strictly Sail in
Chicago starting January 31, 2008. Stop by and say Hi.
Our Radar course will be offered at Strictly Sail on Feb 2, 2008 from
8:30 to 5:00; $195 includes show ticket and instruction materials. ASA Radar
Endorsement exam is available for $50 after the class.
Course Registration
form
Course
Topics
Part One - Understanding Radar
• How Radar Works
• “Beam” and Distance
• Installation and Etiquettes
• Radar Operation - Screen and
Tools
• Observation and
Interpreting
Part Two - Using
Radar
• Plotting - Quick review
of the basics
• Piloting - Getting
around
• Radar and the Navigation
Rules
• Collision Avoidance
Part Three - ASA Radar Endorsement Exam or Equivilent
Remember -
Radar is an aid to navigation
• Provides ability to see at
night and during restricted visibility.
• Help finding buoys and
shoreline.
• Can warn us of approaching dangers,
These
benefits are based on
• Captain’s experience with radar operation
• Knowledge of the local operating area
• Properly installed
and operated equipment
• Radar is never a substitute for
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