RYA Day-Skipper (formerly 5-day theory)

Competent In Small Boat Handling

5 Day Powerboat Theory Is A Comprehensive Introduction To Chartwork Navigation Meteorology And The Basics Of Seamanship. Invaluable For Learning How To Start Making Decisions On Board And If You Are Considering Taking The Day Skipper Practical Course. This Covers Seamanship, Coastal Navigation And Pilotage, Chartwork, Electronic Charts, Position Fixing, Plotting A Course To Steer, Weather Forecasting And Meteorology, Tides, Collision Regulations.

You will be required to bring with you pencils, sharpener, eraser, note pad, compass and a scientific calculator. All of these items are on sale at the Shetland UHI Scalloway Campus. Candidates will also require Nautical dividers and plotter but these are available from the UHI Shetland Scalloway library.