Celestial Navigation (Operational Level)

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Providers 2
Upcoming dates 4
From $3,500
WHAT IS THIS COURSE?

Course Overview

An operational/management-level course in celestial navigation using sun, moon, stars, and planets for ocean-going navigation. Trainees learn sight reduction, fix-finding, and backup navigation independent of GPS.

Prerequisites

  • Officer of the Watch (OOW) or higher
  • Basic navigation and mathematics
  • Prior ECDIS experience

What You'll Learn

  • Celestial observation and sight-taking techniques
  • Sight reduction and ephemeris tables
  • Fix-finding methods and error correction
  • Great circle sailing principles
  • Navigational astronomy and almanac use
COURSE AT A GLANCE

Key Facts

Duration
10–15 days
Typical Cost
USD 3500 / 2860
Issuing Body
STCW
Certificate
Celestial Navigation (Operational/Management Level)
UPCOMING DATES

Available Course Dates

Date School Location Price
13 Jul 2026 – 31 Jul 2026 Maritime Institute (Training Resources Maritime Institute / TRLMI) San Diego, United States $3,500 Book →
5 Oct 2026 – 23 Oct 2026 Maritime Institute (Training Resources Maritime Institute / TRLMI) San Diego, United States $3,500 Book →
2 Nov 2026 – 20 Nov 2026 Maritime Institute (Training Resources Maritime Institute / TRLMI) San Diego, United States $3,500 Book →
30 Nov 2026 – 18 Dec 2026 Maritime Institute of Technology & Graduate Studies (MITAGS West) Seattle, United States $2,860 Book →
WHERE TO STUDY

Schools Offering This Course

Maritime Institute (Training Resources Maritime Institute / TRLMI)
San Diego, United States
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Maritime Institute of Technology & Graduate Studies (MITAGS West)
Seattle, United States
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