Maritime Transportation (NAUT)

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NAUT 1230  Marine Engineering Familiarization  2 Credits   (1 Lec, 2 Lab)  

This course is for entry-level mariners to perform basic maintenance and minor repairs aboard vessels.
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 1255  Maritime Law and Regulations  2 Credits   (2 Lec, 0 Lab)  

This course an in-depth coverage of the laws and regulations surrounding the maritime transportation industry and how the industry responds and manages.
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 1305  Introduction to Ships and Shipping  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 1 Lab)  

This course is a presentation of the maritime industry and ships used in the transportation of goods and services. Maritime nomenclature, and types, missions, and construction of vessels.
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 1315  Basic Safety  3 Credits   (2 Lec, 2 Lab)  

This course contains the fundamentals of the four modules of Standards for Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping (STCW) Basic Safety Training: Basic Firefighting, Personal Safety and Social Responsibility, Personal Survival, and First Aid CPR. It is designed to teach new skills to the entry-level mariner with minimal sea-going experience and serves to increase awareness and promote safety in maritime.
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 1320  Seamanship I  3 Credits   (2 Lec, 2 Lab)  

This course is a study of seamanship designed to introduce students to the vessel operations and prepare them for employment. It is designed to teach new skills to the entry-level mariner with minimal sea-going experience and serves to increase awareness and promote safety in maritime.
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 1345  Marine Cargo Operations  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 1 Lab)  

This course is an overview of modern cargo principles and handling, including loading, stowage, and discharge operations.
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 2205  Basic Stability and Vessel Construction  2 Credits   (2 Lec, 1 Lab)  

This course is an overview of the calculation for marine vessel stability and construction, including features, terminology, and principles of stability. Includes an analyses of case studies involving loss of stability.
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 2301  Able Bodied Seaman and Lifeboatman  3 Credits   (2 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course develops skills, knowledge, understanding and proficiency to meet US Coast Guard Able Bodied Seaman and Lifeboatman certificate requirements.
Prerequisite(s): NAUT 1315 and NAUT 1320
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 2310  Seamanship II  3 Credits   (2 Lec, 2 Lab)  

This course is an introduction to vessel handling characteristics.
Prerequisite(s): NAUT 1320
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 2330  Radar Observer Unlimited  3 Credits   (2 Lec, 2 Lab)  

This course covers advanced concepts of the proper use of radar for risk assessment, collision avoidance, and navigation.
Prerequisite(s): NAUT 2415
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 2364  Practicum  3 Credits   (0 Lec, 30 Lab)  

This course is a practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, College, and student.
Prerequisite(s): NAUT 1315
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 2365  Practicum  3 Credits   (0 Lec, 30 Lab)  

This is a practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, College, and student.
Prerequisite(s): NAUT 1315
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 2415  Terrestrial Navigation  4 Credits   (2 Lec, 4 Lab)  

This course is a presentation of technical and practical concepts of Terrestrial Navigation. It provides the background introductory knowledge in planning a voyage, and supporting the tasks, duties, and responsibilities in navigating vessels.
Course Type: Technical

NAUT 2475  Master 100 ton  4 Credits   (3 Lec, 3 Lab)  

This course examines subjects pertaining to a mariner becoming a 100-ton master.
Prerequisite(s): NAUT 2415
Course Type: Technical