Morse code: The one merchant marine class I came close to failing. Fortunately I have not needed to use it in an emergency.
How many license programs still require a demonstration of competence? I do believe long distance voyaging vessels should have Morse Code capability for emergencies but a reference guide or book (paper not electronic) would suffice. Be sure potential assistance crews also know how to communicate in Morse Code or it would be like shouting in Klingon. Martin Calypso 1970 C&C 43 Seattle ________________________________________ From: CnC-List [cnc-list-boun...@cnc-list.com] on behalf of Indigo [ind...@thethomsons.us] Sent: Monday, December 24, 2012 9:34 AM To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Subject: Re: Stus-List Captain's License It is a real shame that the British Yachtmaster program / certificate is not more widely offered / accepted here. While I am not familiar with the current curricular, it used to comprise a rigorous class room component with test ( including morse code!!) , documented practical experience, and a practical examination ( several days at sea with an examiner) I did once enquire about an offering of the course in Newport RI but it had been cancelled Jonathan Indigo - 35mk III _______________________________________________ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com _______________________________________________ This List is provided by the C&C Photo Album http://www.cncphotoalbum.com CnC-List@cnc-list.com
