NVIC 06-14 Task 1.1.B

NVIC Method

STCW Competence	Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency
Steer the ship and also comply with helm orders in the English language	RFPNW-X1.1 Use of magnetic and gyro-compasses

Condition	Behavior	Standard
On a vessel equipped with either a gyrocompass or a GNSS compass meeting IMO and IEC standards, or on a simulator, in a sea state of 4 or less, when hearing the command in English, “steer 342,”**	The candidate uses the gyrocompass or GNSS compass to steer the course of 342°. **The assessor may select any course desired as long as it can be safely maintained throughout the exercise. If the vessel is not equipped with a gyrocompass, a GNSS compass that meets standards of the IMO and the IEC may be used.	The candidate: Repeats the order; Then steady on course , states “Steering three four two;” and Steers the course ordered within ±3° (open ocean), and ±2° (near coastal) for 15 minutes.

Condition

Behavior

Standard

On a vessel equipped with either a gyrocompass or a GNSS compass meeting IMO and IEC standards, or on a simulator, in a sea state of 4 or less, when hearing the command in English, “steer 342,”**

The candidate uses the gyrocompass or GNSS compass to steer the course of 342°.

**The assessor may select any course desired as long as it can be safely maintained throughout the exercise. If the vessel is not equipped with a gyrocompass, a GNSS compass that meets standards of the IMO and the IEC may be used.

The candidate:

Repeats the order;
Then steady on course , states “Steering three four two;” and
Steers the course ordered within ±3° (open ocean), and ±2° (near coastal) for 15 minutes.

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 06-14 Task 1.1.B , MMA students must:

Successfully complete MMA Assessment RFPNW-1K Helmsman