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Lesson Topic: MS4-1 Title: THE ART OF SHIPHANDLING
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Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
MS4-1.0 Discuss the forces and principles involved in basic shiphandling. (CTTLs 2.0, 2.4, 3.0, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3)
MS4-1.1 Explain the necessity to maintain control of the ship’s movement and not yielding to faith.
MS4-1.2 Describe the effects of momentum and inertia.
MS4-1.3 Discuss “controllable” shiphandling forces such as pivot point, propulsion, rudders, lines, and bow thrusters and APUs.
MS4-1.4 Discuss “uncontrollable” forces such as wind and current.
MS4-1.5 Discuss “semi-controllable” forces such as shallow water effects and passing ship effects.
MS4-1.6 Describe the pressure/suction effect on ship’s maneuverability during alongside operations and operating in shallow water.
MS4-1.7 Show the movie provided by MSI to demonstrate these effects.
