M500-1.1.2

Meteorology - synoptic charts, local forecasting and weather systems

M500-1 · Navigation · M500-1.1 Plan and Conduct Safe Navigation

Distinguishes synoptic from prognostic charts, teaches front identification and local forecasting techniques, and frames weather decision-making at command level.

Independent preparatory study aligned to the MCA Master (Yachts less than 500 GT) oral examination syllabus. Not an MCA-approved course and confers no credit toward a Certificate of Competency.