PACKAGE QUESTION LIST

UPT PUKP 03 - AKMI, Cirebon

Periode 141217AKMI (14 Dec 2017 - 16 Dec 2017)
ANT III -
Exam Code N-02-01-01 (Pra) Level Function
1
Package Code A

Competency Plan and conduct a passage and determine position

Package Code N3.1.01-C

1. A ship is navigating in the Caribbean in August when it receives the warning of a Hurricane. To determine the centre of the
storm the Master uses "Buys Ballot's Law" and faces the wind. On what side of the Master would the low pressure area be
located?

a. On the right side

b. On the left side
c. Straight ahead
d. This is not a suitable method to use with a Hurricane

2. A ship's position is best plotted by bearings from

a. the radar of the nearest land

b. the radio direction finder
c. buoys close at hand
d. fixed known objects on the shore

3. A vertical sextant angle gives

a. the height of a bridge above sea level

b. a position line
c. a position circle
d. the ullage of a tank

4. Coastal radio navigational warnings are issued

a. by port and harbour authorities within their respective limits

b. by the meteorological department of that country
c. by the mercantile marine department of that country
d. by national broadcasting corporations

5. From the following data: Sextant altitude (LL): 38?12.4'; Index error : 3.0' on the arc; Corr'n for HE : 6.6'; Total corr'n for sun :
for UL -17.0' , for LL + 14.8. What is the true altitude of the Sun's Lower limb?

a. 38?30.8'
b. 38?17.6'
c. 37?45.8'
d. 38?23.6'

6. How can the error of the Gyro compass be determined?

 a. By taking a transit bearing with the gyro compass of two prominent fixed shore objects and
comparing it with the bearing of the same objects on the chart
b. By using any of the methods in the suggested answers
c. By comparing the course readout on the GPS with the gyro course steered
d. By taking the radar bearing of an object when the radar is on a compass stabilised mode and
comparing it with the bearing on the chart of the same object

7. If the strength of the wind is related to the pressure gradient and the space between the isobars, which of the following
statements is correct?

a. The closer the isobars are together the stronger will be the predicted wind
b. Strong winds are found in areas where the isobars are not close together
c. The pressure gradient is a measurement of the distance between the high and the low
pressures and is not associated with isobars
d. The wind force is related to the difference in pressures and blows directly between the centres
of high and the low pressure

8. In Loran C

a. the master and secondary stations transmits 8 pulses each

b. the master station transmits one long pulse and the secondary stations transmit 8 short pulses
each
c. the master station transmits 9 pulses and the secondary stations transmit 8 pulses each
d. the master station transmits 8 pulses and the secondary stations transmit 9 pulses each

9. In Mercator sailing

a. D'long / DMP = Tan course

b. Dep / D'long = Cos Course
c. DMP = D'long x Secant Course
d. DMP = D'lat x Secant Course

10. In the Beaufort Scale of Wind Force, what is the Beaufort number associated with the wind force known as a "Gale"? This
should not be confused with a "Near Gale" or "Strong Gale"

a. Eight (8)
b. Nine (9)
c. Seven (7)
d. Ten (10)

11. Is the location of the Compass Binnacle critical?

a. Yes, for the reasons stated in all of the suggested answers

b. Yes, it should be on the fore and aft centreline of the ship
c. Yes, it should be away from all electrical power cables
d. Yes, it should be sited on a non-metallic base if possible

12. Plotting position using the method of a running fix is used when

a. three bearing position lines are available of different objects

b. only one bearing line is available
c. two bearing lines from two different objects are available
d. a bearing and distance off a navigational mark is available

13. The azimuth of a body whose LHA is 195? will be

 a. westerly
b. easterly
c. northerly
d. southerly

14. The compass binnacle on the ship has various specific functions, which of the following answers reflect its most important
functions

a. All of the answers provided

b. Houses the corrective magnets
c. Houses the soft iron correctors
d. Provides a non-magnetic housing for the compass

15. The Decca green zone has

a. 18 lanes
b. 24 lanes
c. 30 lanes
d. 72 lanes

16. The DMP between latitude 20? 30' N and latitude 10? 15' S is

a. 1863.07
b. 634.77
c. 1248.92
d. 614.15

17. The gyro compass can suffer from a compass error and may need to be allowed for, when steering a course in a dangerous
navigational area. What is the probable cause of the error?

a. An uncorrected course and speed error

b. Variation
c. Compass Deviation
d. Fluctuations in the electrical supply to the compass

18. The SHA of star "VEGA" to the nearest minute is

a. 137?18'
b. 96?37'
c. 80?47'
d. 90?52'

19. What are the main components causing the magnetic compass to require a regular evaluation and compass correction?

a. Permanent and induced magnetism in the ships structure

b. The change in the position of the magnetic pole causing annual changes in the variation
c. Deviation and Variation
d. The continual changes of courses steered by the ship

20. What are the required data inputs into most gyro compasses to reduce any possible compass error?

a. Latitude and Speed

b. Deviation and Variation
c. Maximum helm angle and rolling period
d. All of the data in the suggested answers

21. What are the two parts of the magnetic compass error?
 a. Variation and Deviation
b. Permanent and induced magnetism
c. The latitude and longitude
d. West and East errors

22. What is the correct understanding of the term "Isobar"?

a. An "Isobar" is a line joining places of equal pressure

b. An "Isobar" is a line joining places of equal temperature
c. An "Isobar" is the line showing the direction of the predicted path of a hurricane
d. An "Isobar" is the line of the cold front in a frontal depression

23. What is the correct understanding of the term "Lapse Rate" when used in Meteorology?

a. The change of the temperature in the atmosphere with height above sea level
b. The rate of increase of the wind associated with a Tropical Revolving Storm
c. The delay in temperature reduction associated with the wet bulb thermometer of a hygrometer
d. The change in the temperature associated with the passing of the warm front of a frontal
depression

24. What is the depth of an iceberg below the surface of the sea?

a. The draught of an iceberg varies with the type of berg and its age
b. The depth of an iceberg below the surface is always about one sixth of its total depth
c. The draught of an iceberg is about the same as the visible part of the iceberg above the water
d. The draught of an iceberg is normally about 3/4 of its total depth

25. What is the direction of wind associated with an anticyclone (area of high pressure) in the Northern Hemisphere?

a. Clockwise around the high pressure

b. Anticlockwise around the high pressure
c. Straight towards the centre of the anticyclone
d. Directly away from the centre of the anticyclone towards the nearest Low pressure

26. What is the weather associated with being in the centre of an Anticyclone (a region of High Pressure)?

a. Light winds and fair weather, sometimes fog

b. Strong winds but with very little rain
c. Strong winds and heavy rain
d. Persistent rain and very humid weather

27. What is understood by the term "Dew point" of the air?

a. The temperature at which condensation in the air forms into water droplets
b. The temperature of the water vapour in a cloud
c. The "Dew Point" is the point at the centre of an Anticyclone
d. All of the suggested answers

28. What will be the d?long for departure of 66.5? when the ship is on m?lat of 29 degrees N

a. 137?
b. 76?
c. 36.8?
d. 77.0?

29. When the temperature of the air increases with height it is known as a "Temperature Inversion" and may influence the
 performance of some instruments on the ship. What should the bridge Officer of the Watch be prepared to happen?

a. Abnormal ranges of VHF RT and Second Trace Returns on the radar

b. The GPS may give errors of position because of interference of incoming signals from the
satellites
c. The radar will be show abnormal sea clutter as the pulse is trapped by the inversion
d. The bearings obtained from the Directional Finder (DF) will not be as accurate as normal

30. Which of the following methods do you think will give the most accurate ship?s position?

a. Doubling angle on the bow

b. One bearing and distance of one object
c. Two distances off two objects subtending an angle of about 90 degrees
d. A three point bearing

Competency Maintain a safe navigational watch

Package Code N3.1.02-C

1. A man is reported to have fallen overboard and the Officer of the Watch releases the lifebuoy and starts a man overboard
manoeuvre, who are the first persons onboard he should inform?

a. Master and Engine Room

b. Chief Officer and lifeboat party
c. The Master only
d. The crew quarters for extra lookouts.

2. Can the OOW be the sole lookout?

a. During daylight when visibility and traffic allows

b. When the visibility is good and the ship is in the middle of the ocean where there is very little
shipping.
c. Only if the Arpa radar is set onto Auto Acquisition with an audio alarm sounding when a ship is
detected
d. Never should the Officer of the Watch be the only lookout

3. How can a new officer, just boarding a ship, ensure that he knows the location and operation of all navigational and safety
equipment and take account of the operating limitations of such equipment?

a. By asking other officers and practicing with the use of the equipment
b. By following the standard company Induction procedures for a bridge watchkeeping officer
c. The certificate of competency will ensure the officer has suitable competence in operating the
bridge equipment
d. By using the equipment on regular watchkeeping duties

4. SOLAS (The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea) regulations, Chapter 5, deals with the Safety of Navigation
and applies to which vessels?

a. All vessels and on all voyages

b. The Convention only applies to ships over a certain size
c. It applies to ships of over a certain size engaged in International Voyages
d. Over 10 000 dwt

5. The bridge Officer of the Watch (OOW) is plotting the ship's position in the chartroom, when the ship is in collision with a
fishing vessel. Why would the OOW be held responsible for the collision?
 a. Under the Rules a proper lookout should be maintained at all times and by all available means
b. If the OOW is busy with the safe navigation of the ship he should have exhibited the "Not under
Command" signals and made other ships keep clear.
c. If risk of Collision existed, the fishing boat should have contacted the larger ship over the VHF
before the collision took place.
d. Under the Rules the fishing vessel should have kept clear of larger vessels and the OOW would
not be responsible

6. The ship is drifting in the open sea with a temporary engine breakdown. The ship is equipped with GPS navigation equipment.
What should the bridge Officer of the Watch do in this situation?

a. All of the possible answers.

b. Keep a good lookout for other ships
c. Display the "Not under Command" signal and switch off the normal steaming lights
d. Plot the direction and rate of drift and predict the ships position for the period while the ship is
"Not Under Command"

7. An effective detailed passage plan fully understood and followed by a competent bridge team.

a. An effective detailed passage plan fully understood and followed by a competent bridge team.
b. All navigational equipment fully functional.
c. Bridge equipment effectively operating and being used efficiently
d. The bridge equipment includes ARPA radar, GPS and ECDIS in full and effective operation

8. What is the main purpose of VTS?

a. Increase the safety of all ships and the protection of the environment in the vicinity.
b. Provide local information to all vessels navigating in the area
c. Improve the scheduling and traffic movement in the area.
d. Increase safety for ships participating in VTS

9. When a vessel is transiting a canal with locks and intense bridge activities over many hours, what management issues should
the Master consider?

a. All of these answers

b. Lack of sleep and fatigue of bridge officers
c. Fully manned engine room throughout the canal transit
d. Suitable crew available for lock transits

10. When handing over the con of a vessel to a pilot, should the Master insist in discussing the passage plan with the pilot while
he is there to use his local knowledge and advice on the navigation of the ship?

a. A passage plan should be discussed between the Master and pilot, when under pilotage in the
same way as discussed with the bridge team when deep sea
b. The passage is well established and known by the pilot and a plan is therefore not necessary
c. A pilot is responsible for the navigation whilst on board and will be very familiar with what is
required, therefore discussing the passage plan is not necessary
d. The pilot would probably consider it unnecessary, be more interested in knowing the ship's
characteristics and resist any passage planning discussions with the Master.

11. Which of the following answers would best define the term "risk"?

a. Risk is a situation involving exposure to danger and includes both identification of the
occurrence and the likelihood that it will happen.
b. Risk is the term to identify a dangerous situation which will affect the ship
c. Risk is the possibility that a dangerous situation is likely to occur
d. Risk means something more dangerous than normal is likely to occur

12. Who will have the authority to take charge and make appropriate decisions in the event of a vessel emergency when
 transiting the Panama Canal?

a. The Panama Canal Authority

b. The ship's Master
c. The ship's company
d. The Master and Pilot will agree the best course of action to be taken to resolve the emergency
situation.

13. You are a Senior Officer of the Watch on vessel "A" and are passing through the Straits of Gibraltar. The vessel's speed is 18
knots and your vessel is overtaking several other vessels, when the visibility reduces down to about 2 nm. What aspects
would you consider when establishing a "safe speed" for your vessel?

a. Deciding safe speed consider: 2 miles visibility; traffic density; manoeuvrability of vessel;
effectiveness of navigational equipment (ARPA etc); state of sea and currents and navigational
hazards.
b. Adjust my track to follow Route 1 or 2 illustrated and reduce speed down to half speed,
approximately 8 knots
c. Safe speed should be where the vessel can come to a stop within the visible range
d. A safe speed is where a vessel can take proper and effective action to avoid collision and be
stopped within an appropriate distance

14. You are close to the entrance to a port in thick fog. You hear the following signal. What does it mean?

a. That there is a vessel at anchor in the vicinity. She is less than 100 metres in length
b. That there is a vessel at anchor in the vicinity. She is more than 100 metres in length
c. That there is a vessel aground in the vicinity
d. That the port is closed

15. You are in an area of restricted visibility. You hear this sound signal. What does it mean?

a. That there is a vessel in distress nearby

b. That there is a vessel at anchor in the vicinity
c. That there is a vessel aground in the vicinity
d. That there is a vessel engaged in underwater operations in the vicinity. She has divers down

16. You are in an area of restricted visibility and hear this signal. It is repeated at two minute intervals. What does it indicate?

a. That there is another vessel nearby, that she is underway, but stopped and making no way
through the water
b. That there is another vessel nearby, but that she is at anchor
c. That there are two more vessels nearby
d. That there is another vessel in the vicinity and that she has just altered course to port

17. You are in an area of restricted visibility, close to a port. You hear this signal. What vessel does it come from and what
additional information does the signal provide?

a. A vessel at anchor, more than 100 metres in length. She is sounding the additional signal to
give warning of her position
b. A vessel aground, more than 100 metres in length. The additional signal indicates which side
the clear water lies on
c. A vessel at anchor, less than 100 metres in length. She is sounding the additional signal top
give warning of her position
d. A vessel at anchor, more than 100 metres in length. The additional signal indicates that her
cable extends at least 25 metres from her bow

18. You are in open water and clear conditions. You are approaching the pilot station when you hear this signal from a vessel
ahead of you. What does it signify?
 a. That the vessel is operating astern propulsion
b. That the vessel is picking up his pilot
c. That the vessel is picking up his pilot
d. That the vessel is starting his engine and resuming his passage

19. You are on a power-driven vessel underway in open water. This vessel is sighted on the port bow on a steady bearing. What
kind of vessel is it and what will your action be?

a. This is a sailing vessel underway, seen head-on. It is my responsibility to keep clear under rule
18 and I will take appropriate avoiding action.
b. This is a sailing vessel underway. I am the stand-on vessel and will maintain my course and
speed under rule 17.
c. This is a sailing vessel not making way through the water. There is no risk of collision and I will
maintain my course and speed.
d. This is a vessel engaged in fishing. It is my responsibility to keep clear under rule 18 and I will
alter course to starboard, sounding one short blast.

20. You are on a power-driven vessel underway in open water. This vessel is sighted wide on the port bow. It's bearing is
opening, but its distance is closing rapidly. Which of the following is a correct assessment of the situation and the action to
be taken?

a. Risk of collision is deemed not to exist and I will maintain my course and speed. I will continue
to monitor the situation.
b. Risk of collision is deemed to exist and I will make a broad alteration of course to starboard,
sounding one short blast. I will re-assess the situation when the alteration is carried out.
c. Risk of collision is deemed not to to exist. However, to be sure of a safe passing distance, I will
reduce my speed to allow the other vessel to pass ahead.

21. You are on a power-driven vessel underway in open water. You observe this vessel, directly ahead, on a steady bearing, with
the distance closing steadily. What can you tell about this vessel from the lights it is displaying?

a. This vessel is not under command and is not making way through the water. I cannot tell its
aspect.
b. This vessel is restricted in its ability to manoeuvre and is stopped in the water. I am seeing it
from astern.
c. This is a fishing vessel, not making way through the water, with its nets fast upon an
obstruction, seen from astern.
d. This vessel is aground and is seen from directly ahead.

22. You are on a power-driven vessel underway in open water. This vessel is sighted wide on the port bow. It's bearing is
opening, but its distance is closing rapidly. Which of the following is a correct assessment of the situation and the action to
be taken?

a. Risk of collision is a possibility. I will maintain my course and speed for now, but be prepared
for an alteration of course to port if the CPA seems to be less than 0.2nm as we draw closer.

23. You are on a power-driven vessel underway in open water. You sight these lights on the port bow, on a steady bearing. The
distance is closing. What are you looking at and what action will you take in compliance with the International Regulations for
Preventing Collision at Sea?
 a. This is a power-driven vessel engaged in towing, less than 50 metres in length, length of tow
under 200 metres and the tow, both being restricted in their ability to manoeuvre, seen from
the starboard side. Under rule 18, I am required to keep clear and will take appropriate avoiding
action.
b. This is a power-driven vessel engaged in towing, more than 50 metres in length or less than 50
metres in length and showing a second masthead light and the tow, the combined length of
which is under 200 metres. The towing vessel is restricted in her ability to manoeuvre. I am
seeing their starboard sides. The bearing is steady and risk of collision therefore exists. I will
maintain my course and speed under rule 17.
c. This is a power-driven vessel, more than 50 metres in length or less than 50 metres in length
and showing a second masthead light, restricted in her ability to manoeuvre. The sidelight of a
second vessel can be seen beyond her. Under rule 18, I am obliged to keep clear of the first
vessel and will therefore take appropriate avoiding action.
d. This is a power-driven vessel engaged in towing, more than 50 metres in length or less than 50
metres in length and showing a second masthead light, length of tow 200 metres or more, not
under command. I will keep clear under rule 27.

24. You are on a power-driven vessel underway in open water. This vessel is sighted directly ahead. The distance is closing
slowly. What action will you take under the International Collision Regulations and why?

a. I will keep out of her way. I am the overtaking vessel and am obliged to keep clear under rule
13
b. I will maintain my course and speed. The other vessel is being overtaken and is therefore
obliged to keep out of the way by rule 13
c. The vessel is on a steady bearing and the distance is closing. I will therefore take avoiding
action, altering course to starboard and sounding one short blast under rules 14 and 16
d. This is a vessel engaged in towing and I am seeing the stern light of the tow. The tug is not
however showing any lights indicating she is restricted in her ability to manoeuvre. I will
however display good seamanship and keep out of her way

25. You are on a sailing vessel, underway in open water. This vessel is sighted on the starboard bow, on a steady bearing and the
distance is closing. By the International Regulations for the Preventing Collisions at Sea, what action will you follow?

a. By Rule 18, a power-driven vessel underway shall keep out of the way of a sailing vessel. I will
maintain my course and speed, but will continue to monitor situation to ensure the other vessel
takes avoiding action.
b. Risk of collision is deemed to exist and, as the other vessel is on a steady bearing on my
starboard side, I am required to keep out of the way. I will make a broad alteration of course to
starboard.
c. This vessel is clearly a power-driven vessel and I anticipate that the bearing will therefore close
and she will pass ahead at a safe distance.
d. Risk of collision is deemed to exist and, as the other vessel is on a steady bearing on my
starboard side, I will maintain my course and speed.

26. You are on a tug and are towing an unmanned barge. You are restricted in your ability to manoeuvre. The total length of the
tow is 219 metres. What daylight signals are required by the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea?

a. A diamond shape, where it can best be seen shall be displayed on the tug and the tow. Three
shapes shall also be displayed in a vertical line, the upper and lower being balls and the middle
one a diamond. Diamond shape
b. A diamond shape, where it can best be seen, on the tug only. Three shapes shall also be
displayed, being three balls in a vertical line.
c. Three shapes shall be displayed forward on the tug, in a vertical line, the upper and lower being
balls and the middle one a diamond.
d. Three shapes shall be displayed on the tug, where they can best be seen, in a vertical line, the
upper and lower being balls and the middle one a cylinder. The signal flag "T" shall also be
flown on the tug. A diamond shall be displayed aft on the tow.

27. You are proceeding along a coastal route when you hear this signal. The visibility is severely restricted. What does the signal
mean?
 a. There is a vessel aground in the vicinity. She is more than 100 metres in length. She is
sounding an additional warning to approaching vessels that they are "running into danger".
b. There is a vessel aground in the vicinity. She is less than 100 metres in length. She is
sounding an additional warning to approaching vessels to "navigate with extreme caution".
c. There is a vessel at anchor in the vicinity. She is more than 100 metres in length. She is
sounding an additional warning signal to approaching vessels, directing them to "keep clear".
d. There is a vessel at anchor in the vicinity. She is less than 100 metres in length. She is
sounding an additional warning to approaching vessels that they are "running into danger".

28. You are proceeding along a narrow channel and approaching a bend, on the inside shore of which is a large hill, which obsures
your view further up channel. What sound signal will you make to indicate your presence to any vessel that is behind the
obstructing hill?

a. One prolonged blast.

b. One short blast.
c. Two prolonged blasts.
d. Two short blasts.

29. You are proceeding along a narrow channel behind another vessel. You have a higher speed and have signalled your
intention to the vessel ahead that you intend to overtake him on his port side. The vessel responds with this sound signal.
What does it mean?

a. That the vessel is indicating her agreement with my proposed manoeuvre.

b. That the vessel does not agree with my proposed manoeuvre.
c. That the vessel suggests I overtake on the starboard side instead.
d. This is a signal intended for another vessel or shore station. It is nothing to do with our vessel.

30. You are proceeding along a narrow channel in front of another vessel, both heading for port. You hear this signal from the
vessel behind you. What does it mean?

a. I intend to overtake you on your starboard side.

b. I intend to overtake you on your port side.
c. I am operating astern propulsion.
d. I am faster than you. Get out of the way.

31. Your vessel is to leave a crowded anchorage making a 180 degrees turn. The ship has a right-handed propeller and there is
equal space either side of the ship (as illustrated). What would be the most suitable method to make the turn using as little
space as possible?

a. Rudder hard to port, full astern. After gaining some sternway, rudder hard to starboard and full
ahead
b. Full ahead, rudder hard to port
c. Full ahead, rudder hard to starboard
d. Rudder hard to starboard, full ahead. Rudder hard to port, full astern. Repeating this
manoeuvre until the turn has been made.

Competency Respond to emergencies

Package Code N3.1.05-C

1. A lantern combining the sidelights and stern light MAY be shown on a __________.

a. sailing vessel of 25 meters in length

b. 20-meter vessel engaged in fishing and making way
c. 25-meter power-driven vessel engaged in trolling
d. 6-meter vessel under oars
2. A vessel is overtaking when she approaches another from more than how many degrees abaft the beam?

a. 0.0°
b. 11.25°
c. 22.5°
d. 45.0°

3. A vessel nearing a bend or an area of a channel or fairway where other vessels may be hidden by an obstruction shall
__________.

a. sound the danger signal

b. sound a prolonged blast
c. take all way off
d. take all way off

4. A vessel underway and making way in fog shall sound every two minutes __________.

a. one prolonged blast

b. two prolonged blasts
c. one prolonged blast and three short blasts
d. three distinct blasts

5. A vessel which is fishing is required to show sidelights and a stern light only when __________.

a. anchored
b. underway
c. dead in the water
d. underway and making way

6. According to the Navigation Rules, all of the following are engaged in fishing EXCEPT a vessel __________.

a. setting nets
b. trawling
c. using a dredge net
d. trolling

7. An anchored vessel on pilotage duty must show which light(s) at night?

a. A stern light only

b. Anchor lights only
c. A white light over a red light only
d. A white light over a red light and anchor lights

8. As defined in the Rules, a towing light is a yellow light having the same characteristics as a(n) __________.

a. masthead light
b. all-round light
c. sidelight
d. stern light

9. By day, you sight a vessel displaying three shapes in a vertical line. The top and bottom shapes are balls, and the middle
shape is a diamond. It could be a __________.

a. vessel trolling
b. mineclearing vessel
c. trawler
d. vessel engaged in replenishment at sea
10. For identification purposes at night, U.S. Navy submarines on the surface may display an intermittent flashing light of which
color?

a. Amber (yellow)
b. White
c. Blue
d. Red

11. In the daytime, you see a large sailing vessel on the beam. You know that she is also propelled by machinery if she shows
__________.

a. a basket
b. a black ball
c. a black cone
d. two black cones

12. Sailing vessels are stand-on over power-driven vessels except __________.

a. in a crossing situation
b. in a meeting situation
c. when they are the overtaking vessel
d. on the inland waters of the U.S.

13. The lights required by the Rules must be shown __________.

a. from sunrise to sunset in restricted visibility

b. at all times
c. ONLY from sunset to sunrise
d. whenever a look-out is posted

14. Vessels engaged in fishing may show the additional signals described in Annex II to the Rules when they are __________.

a. trolling
b. fishing in a traffic separation zone
c. in a narrow channel
d. in close proximity to other vessels engaged in fishing

15. Vessels of less than what length may not impede the passage of other vessels which can safely navigate only within a narrow
channel or fairway?

a. 10 meters
b. 20 meters
c. 30 meters
d. 40 meters

16. What equipment for fog signals is required for a vessel 20 meters in length?

a. Whistle only
b. Bell only
c. Whistle and bell only
d. Whistle, bell, and gong

17. What equipment for fog signals is required for a vessel 20 meters in length?

a. Whistle only
b. Bell only
c. Whistle and bell only
d. Whistle, bell, and gong
18. What is a requirement for any action taken to avoid collision?

a. When in sight of another vessel, any action taken must be accompanied by sound signals.
b. The action taken must include changing the speed of the vessel.
c. The action must be positive and made in ample time.
d. All of the above

19. When a vessel sounds three short blasts on the whistle, this indicates that __________.

a. danger is ahead
b. her engines are going astern
c. the vessel is not under command (broken down)
d. all other vessels should stand clear

20. When anchoring a 20-meter vessel at night, you must show __________.

a. one all-round white light

b. two all-round white lights
c. one all-round white light and the stern light
d. one all-round white light and a flare up light

21. Which statement is TRUE concerning the light used to accompany whistle signals?

a. It is mandatory to use such a light

b. The light shall have the same characteristics as a masthead light
c. It is used to supplement short blasts of the whistle
d. All of the above

22. Which vessel is, by definition, unable to keep out of the way of another vessel?

a. Vessel engaged in fishing

b. Vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver
c. Sailing vessel
d. Vessel towing

23. Which vessel may carry her sidelights and stern light in a combined lantern on the mast?

a. An 18-meter sailing vessel

b. A 10-meter sailing vessel also being propelled by machinery
c. A 25-meter sailing vessel
d. All of the above

24. Which vessel must exhibit forward and after masthead lights when underway?

a. A 200-meter sailing vessel

b. A 50-meter power-driven vessel
c. A 100-meter vessel engaged in fishing
d. All of the above

25. Which vessel must show a masthead light abaft of and higher than her identifying lights?

a. A 55-meter vessel fishing

b. A 55-meter vessel trawling
c. A 100-meter vessel not under command
d. A 20-meter vessel engaged on pilotage duty

26. Which vessel must sound her fog signal at intervals not to exceed one minute?
 a. A power-driven vessel underway, not making way
b. A vessel constrained by her draft
c. A vessel engaged in fishing, at anchor
d. A vessel aground

27. While underway in a narrow channel, a vessel should stay __________.

a. in the middle of the channel

b. to the starboard side of the channel
c. to the port side of the channel
d. to the side of the channel that has the widest bends

28. You are approaching a vessel dredging during the day and see two balls in a vertical line on the port side of the dredge. These
shapes mean that __________.

a. you should pass on the port side of the dredge

b. there is an obstruction on the port side of the dredge
c. the dredge is not under command
d. the dredge is moored

29. You are heading due east (090°) and observe a vessel's red sidelight on your port beam. The vessel may be heading
__________.

a. northwest (315°)
b. north (000°)
c. southeast (135°)
d. southwest (225°)

30. Your power-driven vessel is stopped and making no way, but is not in any way disabled. Another vessel is approaching you on
your starboard beam. Which statement is TRUE?

a. The other vessel must give way since your vessel is stopped
b. Your vessel is the give-way vessel in a crossing situation
c. You should be showing the lights or shapes for a vessel not under command
d. You should be showing the lights or shapes for a vessel restricted in her ability to maneuver

Competency Respond to a distress signal at sea

Package Code N3.1.06-C

1. Anyone of the crew who is assigned to watch duties in port has a number of important tasks to carry out. Which one of the
listed tasks should be included in the watchman's duties?

a. Check the moorings for correct tightness and ensure the gangway remains safe and secure.
b. Check there is always a shore watchman on the jetty.
c. Check the safe and secure handling of cargo.
d. Check the number of persons joining and leaving the vessel.

2. Apart from steering the helmsman should also:

a. Regularly check the gyro against the magnetic compass

b. Regularly check the speed
c. Keep a good lookout
d. Check the visibility

3. During restricted visibility, you are posted as bridge lookout and you hear 1 long blast at intervals of about 2 minutes on your
 port bow. What will you report to the OOW (officer on watch)?

a. Fog signal of one long blast heard on the port bow at regular intervals of about 2 minutes
b. Power-driven vessel making no way on port bow
c. A vessel at anchor on port bow
d. The fog signal of a power driven vessel under way, but not making way, heard on the port bow

4. How is a EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) activated?

a. Most EPIRBs are automatically activated when they enter the water
b. Most EPIRBs must be manually switched on
c. Most EPIRBs are remotely activated from the ship
d. The EPIRB is always transmitting and does not need to be activated

5. How should you, as helmsman, give feedback to the OOW (officer on watch) that his orders are understood?

a. By repeating the order

b. By saying: “Yes Sir”
c. By saying: “OK”
d. You don’t have to give any feedback

6. How will you act if you are helmsman and the OOW (officer on watch) gives you the order: ”Nothing to port”

a. Don’t allow the ship to swing at all to port

b. Don’t apply any port rudder
c. Alter the ships course to starboard
d. Alter the ships course to starboard

7. If the relief for the bridge lookout does not appear at the end of the watch, when required, what should be the actions of the
existing lookout

a. He should inform the Officer of the Watch and wait for instructions
b. The lookout should go down the accomodation to see where the relief is and make him/her go
to the lookout position
c. Stay on lookout until the relief eventually arrives
d. Inform the Officer of the Watch that you are going to call your relief.

8. If you are the helmsman on duty, what would be the correct action if the OOW (officer on watch) gives you the order to:
"Change over from Automatic pilot to Hand steering".

a. Apply the controls to disconnect the Automatic pilot and engage hand steering. Start steering
the vessel using the wheel and confirm with the OOW the change-over is complete and the
course you are to steer
b. Standby the wheel and wait for the OOW to apply the appropriate controls to change from
Automatic pilot to hand steering
c. Ask the OOW what course you are to steer and standby the wheel. Tell the OOW you are ready
for changing over.
d. Apply the appropriate controls to disconnect the Automatic pilot and engage hand steering.
Start manually steering the same course as was being steered by the automatic pilot

9. On the diagram provided, there are four (4) possible directions indicating the term "AHEAD". Which one is the correct?

a. Ahead is given by A on the figure

b. Ahead is given by B on the figure
c. Ahead is given by C on the figure
d. Ahead is given by D on the figure
10. On the figure there are four (4) possible definitions of the term "AFT" shown. Which one is the correct one?

a. Aft is defined as A on the figure

b. Aft is defined as B on the figure
c. Aft is defined as B on the figure
d. Aft is defined as D on the figure

11. On the figure there are four (4) possible definitions of the term "AIR DRAUGHT" given. Which one is the correct one?

a. Air draught is given by D on the figure

b. Air draught is given by C on the figure
c. Air draught is given by A on the figure

12. On the figure there are four (4) possible definitions of the term "ASTERN" shown. Which one is the correct one?

a. Astern is defined as D on the figure

b. Astern is defined as B on the figure
c. Astern is defined as C on the figure
d. Astern is defined as A on the figure

13. On the figure there are four (4) possible definitions of the term "BOLLARD" given. Which one is the correct one?

a. Bollard is given by D on the figure

b. Bollard is given by B on the figure
c. Bollard is given by C on the figure
d. Bollard is given by A on the figure

14. Under what circumstances should gangway nets be rigged under the gangway?

a. Whenever the gangway is rigged between ship and shore.

b. When instructed by the Master or the Chief Officer.
c. Whenever the ship is moving slightly back and forth along the quay due to wind and current.
d. A gangway net is only required to be rigged when required by the port regulations.

15. What are the duties of an effective bridge look out?

a. Keeping a constant observation around the ship.

b. Ensure there is always a bridge lookout on duty and only leave the lookout when given
permission.
c. Keep a lookout for other ships; navigation lights and any other dangers which may have no
lights
d. All of the other alternatives specified

16. What are the duties of the "Standby Watch keeper" when he is not on the bridge?

a. Remain in the expected location, available for immediate call from the bridge
b. Patrol the ship and report anything unusual to the bridge
c. Return to his cabin and catch up with some sleep
d. Tidy up the accommodation and clear the mess rooms
17. What does the term "Hard a Starboard" or "Hard to Starboard" mean?

a. Put the wheel fully over to starboard.

b. Do not allow the vessel to swing to port.
c. The wheel is difficult to turn to starboard.
d. Start the ship swinging to starboard.

18. What is meant by the term "keeping a proper lookout" as applied to the bridge lookout?

a. Keeping a visual lookout all round the ship and also actively listening out for audio signals
b. Keeping a very visual lookout ahead and abeam of the ship
c. Continually visually scanning the horizon all round the ship
d. Keeping a visual lookout all round the vessel

19. What is the correct way that the lookout should report the appearance of a light, in clear visibility, on the port side of the ship
in a direction half way between right ahead and abeam?

a. The lookout should state "Light 4 points to port"

b. The lookout should state "Light on the port bow"
c. The lookout should state "Ship observed 45 degrees to port"
d. The lookout should state "Ship seen to port"

20. What is the main responsibility of a bridge lookout at night?

a. Inform the bridge of any new lights when they appear over the horizon or any other items
observed which may affect the ship
b. Inform bridge of any lights when they appear over the horizon
c. Inform bridge of any other ships observed, which appear to be getting closer to your own ship
d. Inform bridge of changing weather patterns

21. What is the meaning of the term "Steady as she goes" when acting as helmsman?

a. While altering the ships head, the instruction "steady as she goes" means reduce the ships
swing as rapidly as possible and steady on present course
b. Try to reduce the continuous swinging either side of the course when steering a compass
course.
c. Reduce the number of helm movements used when steeriing a set course
d. Keep the applied rudder constant until the next helm order.

22. What is the two letter signal, to be used by flags, radiotelephony or radiotelegraphy, meaning "Calling All Ships".

a. CQ
b. AS
c. CA
d. TT

23. What letter is represented by this flag and what is it's meaning when displayed by a vessel in port?

a. P - All persons should report on board as the vessel is about to proceed to sea.
b. S - I am operating astern propulsion.
c. P - I require a pilot.
d. W - All persons should report on board as the vessel is about to proceed to sea.

24. What will you do if you are helmsman and the OOW (officer on watch) gives you the order: ”Starboard ten”
 a. Repeat the command back and then turn the wheel to make the rudder turn 10 degrees to
starboard of amidships
b. Repeat the command back and then change course 10 degrees to starboard of present course
c. Repeat the command back and then allow the vessel to drift 10 degrees to starboard of original
course
d. Repeat the command back and then put the wheel over sufficiently for the ship to swing at a
rate of 10 degrees per minute to starboard.

25. What will you do if you are helmsman and the OOW (officer on watch) gives you the order: “Port 20” and after a while the
order: "Ease to 10"?

a. Apply 20 degrees of rudder towards port and then after the second command reduce the wheel
to 10 degrees of helm.
b. Change the compass course to a new heading which is 20 degrees to port of original heading
and then after the second command reduce it to only 10 degrees to port of original heading
c. Turn the wheel until the rate of swing of the ship is 20 degrees per minute and then after the
second order, reduce the wheel to make it swing at only 10 degrees per minute
d. Apply the wheel to alter the course 20 degrees to port and then after the second command
change the heading a further 10 degrees

26. When acting as helmsman would you expect the reading of the gyro compass to be the same as the magnetic compass?

a. Very seldom would they be the same

b. They would always be the same
c. They would always be within 1 or 2 degrees of each other
d. They would never be the same

27. When you are on watch during a stay in port, what should you always ensure is ready at the head of the gangway?

a. Life buoy with line.

b. Notice board stating the sailing time of the ship
c. A telephone to contact shore terminal control
d. Notice Board giving name of ship and company

28. You are approaching the port entrance. What do these lights mean?

a. A vessel may proceed only when she has received specific orders to do so.
b. Vessels may proceed - one-way traffic.
c. Vessels may proceed - two-way traffic.
d. A vessel may proceed only when she has received specific orders to do so, except that vessels
which can safely navigate outside the main channel need not comply with this message.

29. You are proceeding up a river, with berths on both banks. You see this flag hoist on a vessel moored on a berth ahead. What
does it mean?

a. You should proceed at slow speed when passing me.

b. Caution! I have an anchor down.
c. My engine is disabled.
d. I am about to depart the berth.

30. "Overshoot" is an expression related to a ship's steering ability. What is the correct understanding of this expression?

a. It is how many degrees of the compass a ship continues to turn after applying counter-rudder
b. It is the way a ship turns when putting the helm in a hard over position
c. It is the way a ship continues to turn when the helm is put amidships
d. It is the amount a ship moves forward after the engines are stopped
 Competency Manoeuvre The Ship
Package Code N3.1.09-A

1. What is the correct understanding of the term "a ship with good Directional Stability"?

a. A ship which when the rudder is left amidships, it will continue on approximately a straight
course
b. A ship which will maintain its course unless large rudder angles are applied
c. A ship which when a rudder angle is applied and the ship starts to swing, will continue to swing
even after the rudder is returned to amidships
d. A ship where the amount of positive transverse stability (GM) will vary with the direction of the
ship's head

2. Which of the following hull shapes would normally provide a directionally stable ship?

a. A long ship with a narrow beam

b. A short ship with a narrow beam
c. A short ship with a wide beam
d. A long ship with a wide beam

3. On the figure there are four (4) possible definitions of the term "AIR DRAUGHT" given. Which one is the correct one?

a. Air draught is given by C on the figure

b. Air draught is given by B on the figure
c. Air draught is given by A on the figure
d. Air draught is given by D on the figure

4. Ships vary considerably in design and underwater shape, but does the ship's trim ever have any influence on its steering
abilities?

a. Yes, the ship often steers better if trimmed by the stern

b. No, the ship will have the same steering ability and is unaffected by trim
c. Yes, a ship often steers better if trimmed by the bow
d. Yes, it is usually best to be on an even keel and have no trim at all

5. The engines are going astern and the ship is making sternway of about 1.5 knots with the rudder hard to starboard. What
effect will this have on the ship's progress?

a. This will give the stern a lift force to starboard

b. The rudder will have no effect when the ship is making sternway, it should be in the amidships
position when going astern
c. This will give the stern a lift force to port
d. There will be no lift force and the ship will go straight astern

6. The maximum rudder angle on your ship is 35 degrees. Do you think this is the angle that the rudder is most effective?

a. No, the most effective rudder angle is about 25 to 30 degrees, this is because the rudder is
"stalling" at 35 degrees angle
b. No, the rudder is most effective at angles between 10 and 20 degrees
c. Yes, the rudder is most effective at max angle
d. No, the rudder is most effective at small rudder angles

7. The rudder is in the hard over position with the propeller stopped and the ship turning slowly. On a ship with a single fixed
 pitch right handed propeller and no thrusters, what can be done to make the ship increase the speed of turn without
significantly increasing the forward speed of the ship?

a. Give the engines a short kick ahead

b. Give full astern on the engines until ship has stopped and then full ahead on the engines with
rudder hard over
c. Give dead slow ahead on the engines and leave the rudder in the hard over position.
d. Give half astern on the engines as this will increase the rate of turn

8. The ship has a right-handed propeller and is swinging to starboard when the engines are slow ahead and the rudder is to
starboard. The engines are stopped and the rate of swing rapidly slows down. How could the swing to starboard be
maintained without the ship making much headway.

a. Astern on the engines will allow Transverse Thrust to continue the swing
b. By applying the rudder hard over to starboard and going ahead on the engines.
c. Transverse Thrust will reduce the swing and therefore a kick ahead is necessary with full
starboard helm applied.
d. The only effective method is by using the bow thruster to push the bow to starboard.

9. The ship has completed a 360 degree turn at full speed in deep water. The ship is now to repeat the turn at full speed in
shallow water. What will be the difference in the turning circle diameter?

a. The turning diameter will be increased in shallow water

b. The turning diameter will be smaller in shallow water
c. The turning diameter will be the same for all depths
d. It will be the same provided the UKC is 25%-50%

10. The ship is required to be stopped in the water as quickly as possible, but without major changes to the ship's heading. What
is the most effective method to achieve this?

a. The use of the rudder hard over both sides combined with reducing engine power, a method
known as "high frequency rudder cycling"
b. Put the engine full astern and keep the rudder amidships
c. Make a complete turn while reducing the engine power.
d. Make a zig zag manoeuvre while reducing the engine power.

11. The ship is sailing in shallow water with reduced Under Keel Clearance. If the ship is steaming with the engines at full RPM,
what would be the speed in comparison to the speed achieved in deep water?

a. Slower than deep water

b. Faster than deep water
c. The same as deep water
d. It would be very difficult to maintain full deep sea RPM on the engines and therefore difficult to
assess the speed.

12. The ship is starting to slow down after steaming at full ahead speed. What will happen to the position of the "pivot point"?

a. It will move aft as the ship slows down

b. Same position as when the ship is steaming at full speed ahead
c. The "pivot point" will move towards the bow of the ship
d. It will move to the side of the centre line
13. The ship is steaming at Full Ahead when the engines are reversed to "Full Astern" to stop the ship. The ship has a single,
right-handed fixed pitch propeller. What would be the anticipated reaction of the ship, if there is no wind or current?

a. The ship will probably sheer to starboard and gradually lose headway
b. The ship will probably continue on a straight course, but lose forward speed.
c. It is unpredictable and could be any of the other alternative answers.
d. The ship will probably sheer to port and gradually lose headway.

14. The ship is to berth alongside a quay in calm conditions of no wind or current. The ship has a single fixed pitch right handed
propeller. Which angle of approach would be considered the most favourable?

a. No. 2
b. No. 1
c. No. 3
d. The decision should be left to the pilot who is in charge of the manoeuvre.

15. The ship's rudder is full over when the ship's engines are full ahead. Will the turning effect (lift force) of the rudder be
changed when the engine is stopped?

a. Yes, the lift force will be dramatically reduced when the engines are stopped
b. Yes, the Lift or turning force will be reduced to about 50% of the original lift force when the
engines are stopped
c. No, the turning force applied by the rudder will be maintained within about 90% of the lift force
when going full ahead
d. No, the lift force is unaffected by the speed of the propeller

16. The ship's engine is going astern and the ship is picking up sternway. The rudder is amidships and the ship has a single, right-
handed, fixed pitch propeller. What would be expected to happen?

a. The ship will probably start to change heading to starboard and stern speed will increase
b. The ship will probably start to change heading to port and stern speed will increase
c. The ship will probably go straight astern without a change in heading and the stern speed will
increase
d. The ship will move astern at an increasing speed and the stern start to swing off to starboard

17. The vessel is in a 360 degrees turn with engine full ahead. If the engine speed is reduced during the turn, will there be any
change in the turning diameter

a. Yes, the turning diameter will increase if the speed is reduced

b. Yes, the turning diameter will be smaller if the speed is reduced
c. No, the turning diameter will not change if the speed is reduced
d. No, the turning diameter will only change if the rudder angle is reduced

18. Two ships are meeting in a restricted channel as illustrated. Which of the following actions would be the most suitable to take
on both vessels as they approach and pass each other?

a. Slow down if possible without losing steerage and be prepared for prompt application of rudder
to counteract any swing as they approach and pass each other
b. Maintain speed and a straight course on the starboard side of the channel
c. Keep as far as possible on the starboard side of the channel and maintain speed to retain
effective steerage
d. Increase speed slightly to pass each other as quickly as possible and thereby reduce the effects
of "ship to ship" interaction
19. Two ships travelling in opposite directions are to pass each other in a narrow river, as illustrated. Explain what is likely to
happen as they pass each other?

a. Due to interaction, the bows will repel each other, and then when alongside each other the two
ships will be sucked together and finally the sterns will be repelled as they start to pass clear
b. Due to interaction, the bows will attract each other as they approach, then they will repel each
other alongside and as they pass clear, the sterns will be attracted.
c. As they approach, rudder should be applied quickly to avoid sheering into the path of each
other. Then as they are alongside they will be attracted and finally repel each other as they
pass clear
d. There will be very little effect between the two ships as they pass.

20. Two vessels are meeting each other in confined waters. What would be the effects of interaction between the two vessels as
they approach each other?

a. The bows of the ships will be pushed away from each other
b. The bows of the ships will be sucked together
c. Each vessel will experience an increase in speed
d. There will be no effects in these circumstances

21. What depth of water would be considered as "Shallow Water" in relationship to a change of the ships manoeuvring
characteristics?

a. When the "Under Keel Clearance" is less than 50% of the draught of the ship
b. When the "Under Keel Clearance" is equal to the draught of the ship
c. When the "Under Keel Clearance" is less than 15% of the draught of the ship. When the "Under
Keel Clearance" is less than a quarter of the draught of the ship

22. What is the correct understanding of the term "bank effect"? If a ship was approaching the bank at an angle, what would be
the effect on the ship?

a. The vessel's bow is pushed away from the bank

b. The vessel's stern is pushed away from the bank
c. The vessel’s bow is attracted by the bank
d. The whole vessel would continue straight towards the bank and would require a large helm
order to avoid going aground

23. What would be the correct definition of the term "Squat"?

a. Squat is the reduction of underkeel clearance and the possible change of trim of a ship when it
moves through shallow water due to a reduction in water pressure
b. Squat is the reduction of underkeel clearance of a ship when it moves through shallow water
due to a reduction in water pressure
c. Squat is the loss of effectiveness of the rudder and propeller as a ship moves through shallow
water due to the reduction of water pressure
d. Squat is the reduction of underkeel clearance due to increase of water flow under the keel and
an increase in the water pressure

24. What would be the effects of a ship passing into shallow water?

a. The ship is less responsive to both rudder and propeller

b. There is no noticeable difference in performance of the ship
c. The speed is not affected, but more rudder is required to steer the ship
d. The vessel has a tendency to swing to port with a single fixed-pitch right-hand turning propeller

25. When a ship is lying at anchor in a tidal area using both forward anchors, to what particular aspect should the officer of the
watch be paying special attention?
 a. When the ship swings to the tide the direction of swing should be controlled to avoid the anchor
cables becoming wrapped round each other
b. The tension on both cables should be similar, to avoid one dragging and all the weight of the
ship remaining on the other anchor only
c. The two anchors will restrict the ships swing with the tide and the ship may not lie to the
prevailing current and wind
d. The ship will become controlled by the tide and the wind will not be allowed to have any effect
on the direction the ship lies at anchor

26. Where would the "pivot point" be considered to be located when the ship is proceeding at full speed ahead and there is no
wind or current?

a. At about 1/6 of the ship's length from the bow

b. At amidships
c. At a position near the stern of the ship
d. At about 1/6 of the ship's length from the stern

27. Which of the following answers correctly specify the following most common rudders? a) UNBALANCED, b) BALANCED, c)
SEMI-BALANCED and d) UNDERHUNG BALANCED. i.e. The number in the picture is related to the letter adjacent to the name
of the rudder

a. 1 = a, 2 = b, 3 = c and 4 = d
b. 1 = b, 2 = c, 3 = d and 4 = a
c. 1 = c, 2 = d, 3 = a and 4 = b
d. 1 = d, 2 = a, 3 = b and 4 = c

28. Which type of vessel suffers from the greatest squat effects?

a. Vessel with a high Block Coefficient

b. Vessel with a low Block Coefficient
c. Vessel with a large length to beam ratio
d. Vessel with a small length to beam ratio

29. Who is responsible for the number and the position of any tugs to be used during a mooring operation?

a. The Master, with consideration of the advice of the pilot

b. The Pilot is fully responsible for the number and use of tugs within the port area
c. It will be only the wind speed that will determine the required number of tugs and how they are
used
d. The Port Authority will dictate the tug requirements and their use within the port limits

30. You are sailing in shallow water with a 15% Under Keel Clearance. Turning the ship around, what space do you need
compared to deep water?

a. Need more space than normal

b. Need less space than normal
c. The turning diameter of your ship is the same for all water depths
d. To port less, to starboard more space