Explain the working of course recorder.

Explain the method of steering change over procedures from hand to auto and vice-versa.

2. List six entries for each which are required to be made in the following logs:

Movement Log

Mates Log Book

GPS Log

Explain the procedure of testing controls.

List the duties associated with preparing the vessel to proceed to sea.

List the factors to be taken into account in determining safe speed by all vessels.

Describe the various actions which can be taken to avoid collision as per Rule 8 of ROR.

5. Describe the following with reference to Rule

Narrow channel

Procedure for overtaking

How to proceed along the course of a narrow channel

Action to be taken on nearing a bend in a narrow channel

6. Define the following:

Condensation

Fog

Smog

7. Explain pressure gradient and name seven isobaric systems.

8. Explain the formation of surface currents and list any five important currents.

9. A vessel steaming due East at 19 kts in open sea, observes the sea surface and estimates the wind force to be the lower limit of force 6 (22 knots). A handkerchief held up was observed to blow towards South. State what entry is to be made in the weather report regarding wind direction and speed.