Foundation Degree Marine Operations

Management of Navigation

This module introduces the key principles of voyage and passage planning, guiding learners through the appraisal, planning, and evaluation of a complete passage plan, including contingency actions for emergencies.
Module Code

MSD201

Credits

20

Level

5

Pre-Requisites

None

Co-Requisites

None

Faculty

South Shields Marine School - Nautical Science

Assessment Methods

This course is assessed through two practical assessments.

Attendance is required at South Shield Marine School to undertake these assessments.

The next available dates are shown below:

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Date: 19th October 2026

LO1: Practical assessment - 3 hours - 60% required

LO2: Practical assessment - 2 hours - 50% required

Duration:
4 weeks in college to complete the work required for the practical assignments and sit the new IAMI Safety paper in November 2026.
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Date: 8th February 2027

LO1: Practical assessment - 3 hours - 60% required
LO2: Practical assessment - 2 hours - 50% required
Duration:
4 weeks in college to complete the work required for the practical assignments and sit the new IAMI Safety paper in March 2027.
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Date: 7th June 2027

LO1: Practical assessment - 3 hours - 60% required

LO2: Practical assessment - 2 hours - 50% required


Duration:
4 weeks in college to complete the work required for the practical assignments and sit the new IAMI Safety paper in July 2027.