Description
Vessel steering instructors teach people the theory and practice of how to operate a vessel safely and according to regulations. They assist students in developing the skills needed to steer and prepare them for the driving theory and the driving examinations. They may also supervise driving examinations.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
vessel stability principlesvessel electrical systemvessel safety equipmentmechanics of vesselshealth and safety measures in transportationphysical parts of the vesseltypes of maritime vesselscurriculum objectivesvessel fuelsoperation of different enginescustomer serviceengine componentsfishing vesselsadult educationlearning difficultiesmechanics
Practical Skills
give constructive feedbackinspect vesselapply teaching strategiesassist students in their learningencourage students to acknowledge their achievementsguarantee students' safetyinterpret traffic signalsadapt teaching to student's capabilitiesmonitor developments in field of expertiseshow consideration for student's situationdemonstrate when teachingoperate an emergency communication systemassess studentsuse geographic memoryconduct water navigationuse water navigation devices