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NAV 1 – Terrestrial and Coastal Navigation 1

Course
NAV 1 – Activity 2
Activity Code
Briefing 30 minutes
Execution 2 hours
Duration
Debriefing 30 minutes

Total Time 3 hours

Table A-II/1
STCW Table Specification of minimum standard of competence for officers in charge of a
navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more
Navigation at the operational level
Function
C1. Plan and conduct passage and determine position
Competence
Thorough knowledge of and ability to use nautical charts, and publications, such
as sailing directions, tide tables, notices to mariners, radio navigational warnings
KUPs and ships’ routeing information

Different chart projections

Activity Title
Obtain topographical, hydrographical and navigational aids and services
Course outcome information from the nautical charts and publications for voyage planning

Compare and contrast the different types of chart projections in relation to their
Learning outcome practical uses and features

Chart Room
Activity Area
Plates containing world map of different projections:
 Robinson
 Mercator
Materials Needed
 Orthographic (Polar)
 Lambert Conformal Conic (Standard parallels at 20°N and 60°N)
 Gnomonic
Equipment ratio 1:5
Description You are going to examine plates containing different map projections in order to
compare and contrast their properties with regards to their use and features. A
matrix is expected to be produced using a format provided by the instructor. The
presentation of the observations follows.

Briefing Items to be discussed during briefing:

 Objective of the activity (Relate prior discussion)
 Description of the activity and any general instructions
 Evaluation of performance

Instructor’s Action INSTRUCTOR’S COPY ONLY (In the event that the class size exceeds 20
students, a secondary instructor is required.)
1. Form the class into groups with 3-4 members each.
2. Relate the activity with prior discussion on map projection.
3. Brief the class with regards to the activity.
4. Facilitate the class in their group session in examining the chart projections.
5. Supervise the presentation of output for each group. Encourage interaction
between the students.
6. Wrap-up activity by presenting a prepared matrix summarizing the differences

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and similarities for the different map projections.

Student’s Action 1. Within the group, discusses the differences and similarities between map
projections. Use the given matrix format for guided discussion.
2. Fill-up the matrix for presentation.
3. Present the group’s observation to the class.

Debriefing Items to be discussed during debriefing:

 Summary of differences and similarities of different map projections

Performance Criteria Performance Standards Score

1. Evidence of preparation Shows organized presentation, presentation/ discussion flows
well, no awkward pauses or confusion from the group 3

2. Content The group presented fairly accurate and relevant information,

use of prior knowledge from previous discussions and assigned
5
reading is evident

3. Delivery Clear and logical organization, effective introduction and

conclusion, creativity, transition between speakers (if presented
by multiple speakers), evident oral communication skills—eye 5
contact

4. Discussion The group initiates and maintains class discussion

2

Total Score 15

Marking guide
Scoring Method

Re-sit
Appeals and
Objections

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Lambert Conformal
Robinson Mercator Orthographic (Polar) Gnomonic
Conic

Type of map projection

Lines of longitude
(meridians)

Lines of latitude
(parallels)

Graticule spacing

Linear spacing

Uses

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