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NCETM | Checking a ship is on course
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admin » 7pm - Jan 21, 2012
Overview:
Thomas McAuley is Navigation Officer on the P & O ferry Pride of Hull. He discusses the importance of mathematics for anyone wishing to work as a pilot on a ship. In this clip, he demonstrates how he uses a fixed object such as an oil-rig, to find out if he is on-course. The mathematics used, involves formulae, angles, isoceles triangles, distance and bearings.
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Category: Maths and Careers
Overview:
Thomas McAuley is Navigation Officer on the P & O ferry Pride of Hull. He discusses the importance of mathematics for anyone wishing to work as a pilot on a ship. In this clip, he demonstrates how he uses a fixed object such as an oil-rig, to find out if he is on-course. The mathematics used, involves formulae, angles, isoceles triangles, distance and bearings.
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