Refresh Maritime
Video Legacy

Course Alterations

Back to Manual Radar Plotting

Overview

Manual Radar Plotting can be used to determine what change in course is required to result in passing another vessel at a safe distance.

This advanced plotting technique involves determining a new CPA and TCPA after applying a course alteration to your own vessel.

Where This Applies

Learning how to complete a manual radar plot is an essential part of any maritime training, whether you are learning to navigate a supertanker or a sailing yacht. Knowing how the electronic equipment performs its calculations is vital so that you can understand its limitations.

About This Work

This video was originally created for the YouTube channel Casual Navigation before later being republished under Refresh Maritime.

We regularly receive feedback that the Manual Radar Plotting series is used by professional and recreational maritime students worldwide.

Do you like what you see?

For licensing enquiries, bespoke projects, or general messages, feel free to get in touch.