Gain professional knowledge of marine communication, GMDSS, radar, AIS, ECDIS, satellite communications, and shipboard electronic systems.
Course Content
Fundamentals of Marine Electronics
Lesson Introduction
Modern ships depend heavily on electronic systems to communicate, navigate, monitor machinery, and respond to emergencies. Understanding these systems requires a basic knowledge of electrical and electronic principles as well as an appreciation of how different systems exchange information.
This lesson introduces the fundamental concepts behind marine electronics and explains how electronic equipment supports safe shipboard operations.
What Is Marine Electronics?
Basic Electrical Concepts
Digital and Analog Signals
Sensors and Transducers
Data Processing and Displays
Quiz 1
Marine Communication Systems
Reliable communication is essential for safe ship operations. Vessels must be able to exchange information with other ships, shore stations, ports, maritime authorities, and emergency services.
This lesson introduces the main communication technologies used aboard ships, including marine VHF, MF/HF radio, satellite communications, antennas, and related communication procedures.
