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Seamanship basics: ropes, knots and the boat

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Module 7 · 14 units · 4 h
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  1. 1Parts of a boatLearn · GuideCrew15 min
  2. 2The 16 essential knotsLearn · Knot guideCrew30 min
  3. 3Knot studioSimulator · Tie each knot in 3DCrew20 min
  4. 4Game: knot raceGame · Name the knot before the timer runs outCrew8 min
  5. 5Rope handling: coiling, cleating, winches and throwing a lineLearn · 4 lessonsCrew20 min
  6. 6Points of sailLearn · GuideCrew15 min
  7. 7Man overboard and lifejacketsLearn · GuideCrew20 min
  8. 8Quiz: seamanship basicsPractise · Coming soonCrew15 min
  9. 9Key terms: Ropes and knotsPractise · 10 terms · flip and matchCrew10 min
  10. 10Knots certificate examCheck · Certificate · 80 % to passCrewPass30 min
  11. 11Mooring lines and fenders: bow, stern and spring linesLearn · 3 lessonsInshore skipper15 min
  12. 12AnchoringLearn · GuideInshore skipper20 min
  13. 13Rope materials, strength and care; basic splicesLearn · 5 lessonsCoastal skipper25 min
  14. 14Ship mooring and anchoring stations: mooring and tug lines, safe working loads, the windlass and buoy mooring (STCW A-II/5)Learn · 5 lessonsSeafarer: support35 min
  15. 15Deck work safely: snap-back zones, working aloft and over the side, enclosed spaces and permits to work (ratings)Learn · 5 lessonsSeafarer: support30 min
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