Seamanship and Navigation
USCG - Approved OUPV License Training
Presented by CAPT Skip Anderson

If you missed out on April's offering of this class, you have another chance in the summertime to take advantage of the best training for seamanship and navigation. Check below for new dates.

> Program Overview
> Course Descriptions
> Frequently Asked Questions
> Certificates of Completion
> About the Instructor
> Testimonials - What students say about this training

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Whether you want to operate your boat as a business, better position yourself against climbing insurance rates, or simply wish to expand and refresh your afloat knowledge base as a recreational boater, this course will challenge you and in the long run, benefit the entire boating community. For those mariners ready to earn their USCG license, getting your OUPV license is an important step in earning industry-wide distinction as a maritime professional, and for many pursuits afloat, is also a legal requirement. This straightforward and rewarding class is suitable for various water-based businesses, including, for example, fishing and river guides, commercial ecological tours, sailing charters and instruction, and parasail operations. License candidates will receive either inland or near-coastal routing based on their sea time and experience. This is an USCG-approved training course satisfying the examination requirements of 46 CFR 10.205(i) for original license issuance, 10.209(c)(iii) for renewal, and 10.209(f) for re-issuance of an OUPV license.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Operator of Un-inspected Passenger Vessels (OUPV) Near Coastal
The OUPV training is scheduled for sixty-three hours of classroom instruction. Four USCG-approved examinations, each required to meet appropriate deck license subject requirements set forth in 46 CFR 10.910, are administered during the course of the class. The following topics are covered in detail:

Navigation and Charting
Navigation publications, charts, aids to navigation, magnetic and gyro compasses, weather and oceanography.
Two examinations: Navigation Charting (10 questions) and Navigation General (20 questions).

International and Inland Rules of the Road
Steering and sailing rules, conduct of vessels in restricted visibility, lights and shapes, sounds and light signals.
One examination: Rules of the Road (30 questions)

Deck Seamanship, Safety and Environmental
Code of Federal Regulations, pollution and sanitation, marlinspike seamanship, anchoring and ground tackle, ship handling and maneuvering, fire fighting and prevention, emergency procedures and lifesaving, marine radiotelephone, and small marine engines. One examination: Deck General (70 questions)

Reference Materials and Navigation Aids - these materials will be provided in-class.
Chart 12221 TR [student keeps]
Universal Plotting Sheets [student keeps]
Navigation, Deck General and Rules of the Road Study Guides [student keeps]
COMDTINST M16672.2D Navigation Rules International - Inland [student keeps]
COMTPUB P16721.6A Merchant Marine Deck Exam Illustration Book
Relevant Code of Federal Regulations (CFR's)
Navigation reference book - Light Lists and Coast Pilots excerpts

Lead Instructor	Class meets	Location	Fee	Credit/Contact hours
Skip Anderson	Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 7/21 - 8/ 28/2008	TBA	$799	63 Clock Hours or 6.3 CEUs
Course Information

Lead Instructor	Class meets	Location	Fee	Credit/Contact hours
Skip Anderson	Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings 9/30 - 11/06/ 2008 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.	TBA	$799	63 Clock Hours or 6.3 CEUs
Course Information

Recommended Textbook: Chapman Piloting and Seamanship , ISBN-13: 978-1-58816-232-8 /
ISBN-10: 1-58816-232-X

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ's)

Click here for FAQ's. Contact the instructor directly at skip@zenithmaritime.com for questions or concerns beyond the scope of the FAQ's.  

CERTIFICATES OF COMPLETION

Participants who complete the entire course earn a Certificate of Completion. For license candidates, this certificate attests to the US Coast Guard Regional Exam Center (REC) that the applicant has completed a USCG-approved licensing course and successfully passed each of the four required USCG-approved examinations. Thus, no further testing will be required at the REC for the candidate to apply for their OUPV license. In addition to the training certificate awarded at the completion of the course, each applicant must provide the following in their submittal package to the USCG REC, within one year of course completion:

•  Minimum age 18 years
•  Proof of US citizenship or legal resident
•  Sworn attestation to 360 days on Inland waters, counted from your 15th birthday
•  Of the 360 days, 90 days must be within the last 3 years
•  Near Coastal endorsement requires 90 days of the 360 days in near coastal waters.
•  Social Security card
•  Three character references
•  Current within 12 months First Aid/CPR card
•  Current within 12 months medical examination
•  Current within 6 months approved drug screening
•  Birth certificate
•  Current photo identification card

The instructor will provide detailed coaching for the completion of your submittal package.  

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

CAPT Skip Anderson
USCG Licensed Master #2762203, Chief Instructor, Zenith Maritime Tacoma

A graduate of the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, Anderson earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Operations Analysis. Anderson was also a letter-winner on the USNA Varsity Sailing Team. He earned his Master of Science degree in Command, Control and Communications from the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California. His naval career spanned twenty-four years, including service aboard three destroyers, one frigate, three aircraft carriers, and a battleship. In addition to founding ZENITH MARITIME TACOMA, he is the founder and director of the FLAGSHIP DEVELOPMENT GROUP, founder of the TACOMA TALL SHIPS SOCIETYT, and founder and director of TACOMA COMMUNITY SAILING. He is a certified AMERICAN SAILING ASSOCIATION sailing instructor, and is certified by US SAILING as a Club Race Officer. His current activities include tug boat skipper, sailing charter skipper, and local competitive sailing. He formerly served as dockmaster, harbormaster and yacht club commodore in a variety of locales.  

TESTIMONIALS

 "The class was well worth my time and effort. It was one of the most rewarding experiences I have ever undertaken. The instructor was first class, and his real world experience made the class come alive. Skip, thanks for helping me set a new course." Steve Hansen, Boeing engineer, Milton

"Every mariner should take this course." Bruce Banfield, doctor, Lakewood

"We're all a lot smarter about being on the water than we were before CAPT Anderson entered our lives. Sometimes I wish I'd entered into these pursuits earlier in life, like flying and sailing, but family and responsibilities and jobs and my own self-imposed boundaries got in the way. Now is my time." Dave Moorehead, retired, Onalaska

"Skip's tips, knowledge and experience were valuable beyond words and fully worth the tuition by himself." Charlene Carpenter, retired, Bremerton

"I was very impressed with the organization and presentation of the materials, as well as Skip as the instructor. I would highly recommend this course. At the outset of our first 3 hour class, Skip outlined the schedule of the course and the materials. He offered an opportunity for a break halfway through the evening, but indicated that typically his classes in the past have not requested the break and usually just worked straight through. I found this hard to believe, but Skip demonstrated an ability to present the materials as an instructor and coach with a method that created such enthusiasm that no break was requested in any of the classes. Even facing a class with large differences in experience and education, Skip was able to keep the attention of all and instill confidence in everyone to develop their maritime skills successfully. All of the students gained valuable knowledge from the materials as well as the intriguing stories from Skip's lifelong background on the water. Regardless of your experience level, if you have an interest in gaining knowledge regarding navigation, charting, and maritime rules, I would highly suggest that you take this course. Skip will keep you fully engaged and entertained while you gain a vast amount of information that will serve to enhance your degree of professionalism on the water." John Long, attorney, University Place

"Skip is an incredible instructor. I have taken many university courses from professors who knew their subject less. Skip is engaging, personable, and willing to meet outside of class if necessary." Eric Helpenstell, Gig Harbor "

Very intense." Anton Sullivan, logger, Roy