This 2-day course aims to teach powerboating up to the standard required to complete a short coastal passage by day.
Pre Course Experience
Must hold a RYA Level 2 Powerboat Certificate (Coastal)
Assumed Knowledge
Candidates should be competent to the standard of the Powerboat 2 course with coastal endorsement
Course Content
Preparation: pilotage, navigation, fuel and engine checks.
Boat handling and manoeuvres: effects of waves and rougher conditions, power trim and trim tabs, berthing in different situations, use of GPS in high speed navigation and pilotage by day.
Assessment
Practical Navigation Skills
Duration
2 Day
Minimum Age
The minimum age is 16 and it is recommended that the candidate hold a 1st aid certificate and a VHF/DSC operators certificate.