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ECDIS (Generic)

ECDIS

Modules: 1
Lessons: 2
Questions: 10

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Aligned to the published MCA syllabus. Official syllabus (GOV.UK). MSN 1858.

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ECDIS-M1 · Using ECDIS safely

2 lessons

ECDIS-M1-A What ECDIS is, how to set it up correctly and its limitations.

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ECDIS-L1.1What ECDIS is and how to set it upECDIS is the electronic chart system that can replace paper charts as the primary means of navigation, but it is only as safe as the officer who sets it up. This lesson covers what ECDIS is and how to configure it for a passage.ECDIS-L1.2ECDIS in navigation and its limitationsECDIS is powerful but must be used with judgement, and its known limitations have caused accidents. This lesson covers using ECDIS on passage and the traps to avoid.