ECDIS + AIS + VDR Flashcards
What instruments can be found on the bridge for Navigation?
Gyro & Magnetic Compass Radar + ARPA Echo Sounder GPS ECDIS Sextant Speed Log Relevant Publications.
What data does AIS provide?
Ships ID, Type, Position, Speed, Navigational Status.
What message information types does AIS provide?
Static information, Dynamic Information, Voyage Related information.
At what time intervals are these message types updated?
Static – 6 minutes, Dynamic – Depends on speed course alteration, Voyage Related – 6 minutes.
What ships must have a VDR installed?
All passenger ships and all ships over 3000 GRT.
What time period should VDR’s be operational?
24/7
Will VDR’s continue to operate in the event of a power failure?
Yes the VDR should operate for at least 2 hours.
How will you know if the VDR has malfunctioned?
An alarm will sound.
What does ECDIS stand for?
Electronic Chart Display Information System
What is the difference between an ENC and RNC chart?
An ENC is a vector chart that has been digitally layered so that data can be more easily added and amended, it does not lose resolution. A raster chart is a digital scan of a paper chart
What navigational instruments directly input data into the ECDIS system?
Gyro, GPS, Echo Sounder, Doppler Log, Radar.
What are the Primary Functions of ECDIS?
Part 1: Appraisal, Planning / Part 2: Execution, Monitoring
What is the standard which ECDIS systems must meet?
IHO – S57
How are ENC’s constructed for ECDIS? list the “Usage Bands” associated.
Overview General Coastal Approaches Harbour Berthing
What will the ENC construction format code provide for ECDIS?
The chart will be provided with a code, for example GB30132B where GB= Issuing HO, 3= usage band and 0132B = individual cell identifying number.