NAVBasics

NAVBasics has been designed for the junior officer undertaking study. The three volumes have been divided carefully, bringing together items that are usually taught in tandem and ensuring the order flows in a logical manner.

Volume one covers the Earth, coastal navigation, tides and passage planning. Volume two covers sailings, ocean offshore and celestial navigation. The third volume provides an overview of watchkeeping and electronic navigation.

It is written in plain English and contains numerous diagrams, worked examples and exercises on key areas of the Navigational Syllabus. Information that is formally part of the syllabus is held in sections at the end of each volume, providing a useful start to the additional reading recommended for all junior officers.

NAVBasics was written by a Senior Navigational Lecturer and was updated in 2023.

About the Author

Abdul Khalique is an experienced maritime lecturer and course developer with a background in both seafaring and academia. After earning top honours during his studies at Pakistan Marine Academy and Australian Maritime College, he pursued further qualifications in Nautical Science, Computer-Based Information Systems, and Shipping. Transitioning to a shore-based career, he played a key role in developing and delivering maritime training programs, becoming a respected educator in the field.

Table of Contents

Volume 1: The Earth, Coastal Navigation, Tides & Passage Planning

• The Earth
• Coastal Navigation
• Tides
• Passage Planning
• Nautical Publications

Appendices

• Appendix 1 – Answers to Exercises
• Appendix 2 – References and Bibliography
• Appendix 3 – Acronyms
• Appendix 4 – Navigation Formulae and Use of the Scientific Calculator
• Appendix 5 – Extracts from Norie’s Tables
• Appendix 6 – Selected Extracts from MSC.1/Circ.1503/Rev.1 ECDIS: Guidance for Good Practice
• Index

Volume 2: Sailings, Ocean Offshore and Celestial Navigation

• Ocean and Offshore Navigation
• Celestial Navigation

Appendices

• Appendix 1 – Answers to Exercises
• Appendix 2 – Additional Reference Material
• Appendix 3 – Bibliography and References
• Appendix 4 – Acronyms
• Appendix 5 – Navigation Formulae and Use of the Scientific Calculator
• Index

Volume 3: Watchkeeping and Electronic Navigation

• Navigation and Watchkeeping
• Electronic Navigation
• Radar Navigation

Appendices

• Appendix 1 – Answers to Exercises
• Appendix 2 – Additional Information
• Appendix 3 – References and Bibliography
• Appendix 4 – Acronyms
• Index