SCS1 - Ship Construction and Stability, level 1
This gives students an overview of ship terminology, hull types, safe handling and loading, and calculating Stability. Ship Construction & Stability 1 is a prerequisite for: - Fishing Master 4, - and as a Primer for high-level Stability courses needed for Master 150 and above.
Description
Ship Construction & Stability 1 is a prerequisite for:
- Fishing Master 4
- A Primer for high-level Stability courses needed for Master 150 and above.
This gives students an overview of ship terminology, hull types, safe handling and loading, and calculating Stability.
You will cover:
- Construction Terminology
- Hull designs and Construction Materials
- Measuring Volume and Lenght
- Displacement, Freeboard, Draft and Reserve Buoyancy
- Understanding Transverse Stability, Righting Leavers, Roll Period, and GM
- Understanding Possible Hazards like Free Surface Effect, Loll, List, and Heel
- Understanding Stability Books and Documents on Ships
- Vessel Modifications, Watertight Hatches, and Fishing Operations
- Environmental Effects on Stability
- Calculating Righting Leavers, TPC, GM, Moments of Force
- Understanding how to maintain Vessel Stability
The SCS1 course prepares candidates to write the Transport Canada exam SCS 1. It is also an introduction to the syllabus for higher level stability and related exams.
Although it is not required, we recommend students who have difficulties with math review a little basic algebra before this course. Here are some free online math and algebra courses to try:
To operate as a Fishing Master 4, you also need:
- Domestic Vessel Safety
- Navigation Safety 1
- Chartwork & Pilotage 1
- Simulated Electronic Navigation – Limited
- ROC-MC
- Marine Advanced First Aid – only at St. John’s Ambulance or Red Cross
To book a course or if you have any questions, feel free to Contact Us. We’re always happy to help!