HB330 Seamanship (3ECTS)

The Seamanship course provides students with fundamental knowledge of ship construction, basic stability, and safe handling of ropes and equipment. It covers the identification of vessel components, ship types, and onboard systems, as well as practical skills such as knot tying and securing gear.

• 1. SHIP CONSTRUCTION

a. determine the vessel's main construction components

b. recognize the terminology for locations on a vessel

c. identify the major equipment systems

d. identify different ship types and their major differences

e. determine the engines on board

f. determine the effect of engines on board (noise, interference)

g. explain the purpose of derricks, davits, A-frames, cranes, winches and capstans

• 2. STABILITY

a. basic stability principles

b. list factors affecting ship stability and how to react

• 3. ROPES AND WIRES

a. Recognize different types of wire, natural, and synthetic rope

b. Tie a square knot, clove hitch, and bowline

c. Give examples where each might be used on a boat or aboard ship

d. Describe the purpose and use of block and tackle

e. Describe methods for securing equipment for heavy weather

1. The aim is to gain basic knowledge about seamanship.

2. Ability to interpret ship's plans, dangers and tools to perform good seamanship

3. The student will obtain an idea of the different actions that can cause dangers to

the stability of the vessel.

• Evaluation form

Written examination at the end of each semester containing general overview questions that gauge the depth of knowledge. Questions cover the complete content of the courses.