Higher National Integrative Assessment Specification General Information for centres This Integrative Assessment has been validated as part of the HND Nautical Science. Centres are required to develop the assessment instrument in accordance with this validated specification. Centres wishing to use another method of integrative assessment or assessment instrument are required to submit proposals detailing the justification for change for validation. Title: Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 Code: D78R 35 Method: Written Examination Assessment Instrument: CLOSED BOOK Credit Value: 1 HN credit at SCQF level 8: (8 SCQF credit points at SCQF level 8) SCQF (the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) brings Scottish qualifications into a single framework of 12 levels ranging from SQA Access 1 to doctorates. The SCQF includes degrees; HNC/Ds; SQA National Qualifications; and SVQs. Each SQA Unit is allocated a number of SCQF credit points at a specific level. 1 SCQF point = 10 hours of learning. HN candidates are normally expected to input a further number of hours, matched to the credit value of the Unit, of non-contact time or candidate-led effort to consolidate and reinforce learning. SCQF level 1 = SQA Access 1 and SCQF level 12 = Doctorates; 1 SCQF point = 10 hours of learning. Purpose: This Integrative Assessment is designed to provide evidence that the candidate has achieved the following aims and objectives of the HND Nautical Science: The main aim and objective of the HND Nautical Science is to provide a candidate with the underpinning knowledge for both the SVQs in Merchant Vessel Operations and UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency Deck Officer Certificates of Competency. This Integrative Assessment aims to ensure that a candidate can draw together the information gained from the HN Units listed below with respect to the management of safe navigation of a vessel and both analyse and process it at a level appropriate for the Chief Mate Unlimited Certificate of Competency. Recommended Prior Knowledge and Skills: It is recommended that the candidate should have completed or be in the process of completing the following Units relating to these specific aims and objectives prior to undertaking this Integrative Assessment: D78F 35 Passage Planning D78G 35 Bridge Management D78H 35 Meteorology 2 Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 1
Core Skills: There are no core skills embedded in this Integrative Assessment specification. Assessment: This written examination-based Integrative Assessment is Closed Book. It will consist of a written examination of three hours. An exemplar instrument of assessment and marking guidelines have been produced to provide examples of the specific evidence required to demonstrate achievement of the validated aims and objectives of the group award covered by this integrative assessment and to indicate the national standard of achievement required at level 8. Administrative Information Code: D78R 35 Title: Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 Date of publication: August 2001 Source: SQA Special Needs: This Integrative Assessment specification is intended to ensure that there are no artificial barriers to learning or assessment. Special needs of individual candidates should be taken into account when planning learning experiences, selecting assessment instruments or considering special alternative assessment arrangements. For information on these, please refer to the SQA document Guidance on Special Assessment and Certification arrangements for Candidates with Special Needs/Candidates for whom English is an additional language (SQA, 2000. (2 nd edition Publication code: A0645/2). Scottish Qualifications Authority This publication may be reproduced in whole or in part for educational purposes provided that no profit is derived from reproduction and that, if reproduced in part, the source is acknowledged Additional copies of this Integrative Assessment specification if sourced by the Scottish Qualifications Authority can be purchased from the Scottish Qualifications Authority. The cost of each specification is 2.50 (minimum order 5.00). Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 2
Higher National Integrative Assessment specification: Instructions for designing the assessment task and assessing candidates Title: Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 Code: D78R 35 Conditions of Assessment The assessment is based on a Closed-book examination. It will be a written examination lasting three hours. The grade given will reflect the candidate s achievement on the first assessment. A candidate may wish to retake the integrative assessment but this should be based on a significantly different examination. The examination should be unseen and the assessment should be conducted in controlled and invigilated conditions. The candidate will be expected to answer examination questions without the aid of reference and/or source materials with the exception of marine publications and data sheets readily available on board ships as listed below and as specifically indicated for each assessment. Candidates are also permitted to use only non programmable calculators List of Marine Publications: Nautical Tables Nautical Almanac Tide Tables Navigational Charts Compass Deviation Cards Ships Manoeuvring Data Sheet Trim and Stability Data Sheets Instructions for designing the assessment task: The written examination should be designed to assess the candidates critical knowledge and understanding of the topics relating to the specific aims and objectives of the HND Nautical Science listed in the table below. The questions and corresponding marks should be designed in accordance with the validated ranges indicated below. However, the overall total mark for the examination is 100. Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 3
Higher National Integrative Assessment specification: Instructions for designing the assessment task and assessing candidates (cont) Topic Graphical or numerical solution of problems involving vessels having to rendezvous with each other. (Could involve search and rescue scenarios, sunrise/sunset rendezvous, fastest time to rendezvous) Solution and evaluation of astronomical observations including resolution of the systematic errors involved. (Could involve calculation/evaluation of azimuths vs amplitudes, resolution of sights (including Polaris), criteria for selection of stars for star sights, plotting and evaluation of star sights, resolution of the, cocked hat, problem) Analysis, evaluation and action to be taken on receiving meteorological/climatological data relevant to the safety of the vessel. (Could include warning signs of a TRS, determination of vessels position in relation to centre of TRS, action to be taken to avoid TRS. Alternatively question could cover operating procedures in areas of dangerous ice/ice acretion.) Use, evaluation and benefits of Weather Routeing Services and Shipboard Weather Routeing procedures Level of knowledge/ understanding Analysis calculation, graphical presentation Analysis, evaluation, calculation and graphical presentation Analysis, evaluation, and graphical presentation Weighting/Mark Allocation 20-25% 15-20% 20-30% Explaining 20-15% Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 4
Topic Promulgation and reporting of Navigational Information and Warnings. (Could include Navtex, Worldwide Navigation Warning Service, use of Hydrographic Notes, Navigational Warnings Regulations, contents of Routeing Charts, Notice to Mariners, Merchant Shipping Notices, Channel Navigation Information Service, use of Mariners Routeing Charts, use of Nautical Publications) Tidal Stream problems and use of Co-Tidal/Co-Range Charts Level of knowledge/ understanding Recalling, explaining, interpreting Weighting/Mark Allocation 10-15% Interpreting, analysing 10% Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 5
Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 Units Sampled: D78F 35 Passage Planning D78G 35 Bridge Management D78H 35 Meteorology 2 Materials supplied: Extracts from Admiralty Tide Tables Volume 4 Chartlet of the Caribbean Sea Radar Plotting sheet Date Answer all questions Duration 3 hours 1. On the 23 rd January 1999, at 0430 LMT, a bulk carrier in position 01 18 S, 179 24 E, receives a distress call from a fishing vessel, in position 02 24 N, 178 18 W. The fishing vessel is in heavy weather and taking on water. The vessel is, maintaining a course of 124 (T) at a speed of six knots, to make the vessel s motion more comfortable and reduce the rate of water coming on board. It is agreed that the bulk carrier will rendezvous with the fishing vessel as soon as possible, with the Fishing Vessel maintaining the course and speed detailed above. Given the weather conditions, the maximum speed the bulk carrier expects to make is 14 knots. Using the plotting sheet provided or other acceptable method, determine (a) the course to steer to make the rendezvous (6) (b) the steaming time required to reach to rendezvous position (6) (c) the rendezvous position (10) Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 6
2. At civil twilight on the morning of the 12 th March the following observations were obtained from a vessel steering 076(T) at 18.0 Knts in DR Position 48 13 N, 172 35 W. Time Star True Brg True Alt Calc Alt 0530 Deneb 070 50 29.3 50 32.2 0535 Altair 120 38 40.0 38 41.5 0540 Rasalhague 163 56 12.0 56 10.0 Calculate the vessel s Most Probable Position at 0545 hrs (15) 3. A vessel on Passage from Cristobal to Rotterdam, via the Mona Passage, receives the following Hurricane advisory broadcasts regarding Hurricane Fidel. At 0000Z on the 17 th August the vessel is in position 13 45 N, 074 05 W, steaming at 14 knots on a course of 053(T). Time Position of Eye Projected Track Speed of Advance Forecast Wind Speed 161000Z 15 10 N 64 12 W 285 (T) 13 knts 90 knts 161800Z 15 21 N 65 28 W 278 (T) 14 knts 100 knts 170000Z 15 46 N 66 40 W 275 (T) 13 knts 110 knts The forecast for the 12 hours to 171800Z is for the storm to move along a track of 295 (T) at 16 knots with wind speeds increasing to 140 knots within 50 miles of the eye and gale force 8 winds within 270 miles. (a) (b) (c) (d) Explain how on board observations would assist in both ascertaining the vessels position relative to the storm centre and whether it is developing. (6) Explain how a vessel should be manoeuvred if she finds herself within 200 miles of the centre of a TRS. (10) State the courses of action open to the Master to avoid the vessel encountering the worst of the storm. (6) On the attached chartlet, indicate the past positions of the TRS and the vessels proposed route. Show the imminent danger areas for the next 24 hours and a possible course of action to avoid the storm. (5) Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 7
4. Shore based routeing services can give a number of different types of routeing, depending on the specific requirements of the vessel. (a) List the different types of routeing. (6) (b) (c) State which types of vessel will use each of the different types of route. (5) State the general areas of the world in which it is an advantage to use weather routeing, either shipboard or shore bases. (5) 5. (a) Describe the principle features of the NAVTEX system. (6) (b) List the types of warnings that may be transmitted by the NAVTEX system. (6) (c) Which categories of warnings cannot be rejected by the operator. (3) 6. Using the worksheet provided to determine the rate and direction of the tidal stream at Hammond Rock Lighthouse at 0320 ST on the 14 th April 1999. (5) End of Integrative Assessment Nautical Science: Integrative Assessment 1 8