Navigation 6 - OTEP
ECDIS Navigation Quiz
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- 85 thought-provoking questions
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Which IMO regulation ensures that master and mates are knowledgeable in using ECDIS?
Colregs
STCW Code
UNCLOS
SOLAS Convention
What are direct copies or a scan of the paper charts? It looks identical to a paper chart as all the information shown is directly printed.
ECDIS charts
Vector Chart (ENC)
One-layer Charts
Raster Charts ( RNC)
How does ECDIS assist in complying with port traffic management regulations during arrival?
By displaying real-time traffic updates from nearby vessels
By integrating with the port's vessel traffic management system
By providing access to the local port's radio frequency
By monitoring the crew's adherence to the vessel's speed limits
How does ECDIS assist in complying with port traffic management regulations during arrival?
By displaying real-time traffic updates from nearby vessels
By integrating with the port's vessel traffic management system
By providing access to the local port's radio frequency
By monitoring the crew's adherence to the vessel's speed limits
How does ECDIS enhance navigational safety?
By predicting weather patterns
By • providing automatic collision avoidance
By displaying real-time AIS data
Displaying nearby marine wildlife
What does the term "ENC" refer to in the context of ECDIS?
Efficient Navigational Control
Electronic Network Connector
Electronic Navigation Chart
Enhanced Navigation Controller
How can ECDIS assist in assessing the vessel's position accuracy during passage planning?
By monitoring the vessel's maximum speed and maneuverability
By calculating the crew's fatigue level based on their activities
By measuring crew response times during emergencies
By displaying the vessel's position relative to GPS satellites
What does ECDIS stand for?
Efficient Chart Display and Information System
Electronic Chart Data and Information System
Electronic Chart Display and Information System
Enhanced Computerized Data and Information System
What is a raster chart?
A raster chart is a computerized chart
A raster chart is a chart made by giving analogue values to each and every object on the chart
A raster charts is a chart made by giving digital values to each and every object on the chart
A raster chart is a digital facsimile of the paper chart
How does ECDIS assist in determining the vessel's safe navigational depth during arrival at port?
By calculating the ship's draft and trim
By providing live updates on tidal movements
By monitoring the crew's fatigue level
By displaying real-time underwater video feeds
What is the first step in preparing an ECDIS system before departure?
Updating the electronic charts
Checking the radar settings
Verifying the GPS position
Calibrating the AIS system
The accuracy of data on a raster chart is exactly is exactly the same as?
The traverse Mercator chart
Paper chart
The computerized chart
The Mercator chart
It also incorporates and displays information contained in other nautical publications such as Tide Tables and Sailing Directions and incorporates additional maritime information such as radar information, weather, ice conditions, and automatic vessel identification.
ADC
RADAR
ARPA
ECDIS
Which of the mandatory sensors of ECDIS are not included?
ECDIS is required to connect to Radar (video and ARP information)
ECDIS is required to connect the SART
ECDIS shall be supplied by an emergency source of electrical power
AIS as well as gyro compass, speed log, and GPS receiver
Refers to an offset that is intentional or expected, as caused by wind pressure on sails, turning, or other crew actions.
Heel
Rolling
Pitching
Keel
Which IMO regulation ensures that master and mates are knowledgeable in using ECDIS?
SOLAS CONVENTION
COLREGS
STCW CODE
UNCLOS
Who studies the entire route, suggests improvements, and eventually approves the final plan?
Third Mate
Chief Mate
Master
Second Mate
How can ECDIS contribute to the safe execution of mooring operations during port arrival?
By integrating with the vessel's dynamic positioning system
By providing real-time updates on the availability of tugboats
By displaying the captain's certificate of competency
By monitoring the ship's ballast and cargo loading conditions
Which of the following should be checked during an ECDIS system function test?
The vessel's maximum speed and maneuverability
The crew's fitness and health conditions
The functionality of alarms, sensors, and display settings
The availability of life jackets and immersion suits
What is the purpose of the safety contour feature in ECDIS?
To calculate fuel consumption
To provide real-time traffic updates
To display nearby ships
To indicate shallow areas
What is ENC?
All of the above
ENC means the database, standardized as to content, structure and format issued to use with ECDIS on the authority of government-authorized Hydrographic Office.
Use of ENC in an approved and certified ECDIS and with appropriate backup arrangements is the only paperless option for vessel navigation.
It contains all the chart information useful for safe navigation
What is the purpose of the "route monitoring" feature in ECDIS during port arrival?
To track the vessel's speed against the speed limit within the port
To record the cargo loading and unloading activities
To ensure the vessel is following the planned route for port approach
To monitor the crew's compliance with port security regulations
What is the primary purpose of using ECDIS during a voyage?
To record ship's performance data
To enhance situational awareness and navigation safety
To control onboard entertainment systems
To monitor crew activities
What is the primary function of ECDIS?
Safe Communication
Contribute to Safe Navigation
Watchkeeping
Fast Search and Rescue
How can ECDIS assist in determining the vessel's position accuracy during arrival at port?
By displaying nearby vessel positions obtained through radar
By measuring the vessel's speed against tidal currents
By comparing the vessel's GPS position with the charted position
By providing real-time traffic updates from nearby ships
How does ECDIS assist in route planning during a voyage?
By providing real-time weather updates
By suggesting the most scenic routes
By calculating crew rest hours
By displaying navigational hazards and traffic information
How does ECDIS assist in monitoring navigational warnings and alerts?
By monitoring radio frequencies for safety messages
By sending automated distress signals to nearby vessels
By displaying relevant notices and updates on the chart display
By activating onboard foghorn signals
A steady angle of the heel created by an external force, such as ___________.
Speed of ship
Angel of the keel
Angle of line
Wind or Waves
Which of the following is a key benefit of using ECDIS?
Real-time satellite imagery
Automatic steering control
Advanced radar detection
Reduced risk of grounding
What updates to the ECDIS charts may reach the ship in various ways, depending upon the capabilities of the service provider and the onboard communication facilities?
On data distribution media (DVD)
All of the above
As a broadcast message via SATCOM plus additional communication hardware
As an email attachment (SATCOM)
What information can ECDIS provide regarding port approach and navigation aids?
Live video feed from the harbor master's office
Detailed information on buoys, lights, and landmarks
The availability of berths and dockside facilities
Real-time weather updates for the port area
What is a geographic information system used for nautical navigation that complies with International Maritime Organization (IMO) regulations?
Radar
GPS
ECDIS
ARPA
When did the mandatory carriage of ECDIS implemented?
01 January 2011
01 January 2010
01 January 2009
01 January 2012
How can ECDIS assist in assessing the vessel's position accuracy during a voyage?
By measuring crew response times during emergencies
By displaying the vessel's position relative to GPS satellites
By calculating the crew's fatigue level based on their activities
By monitoring the vessel's maximum speed and RPM
What is the purpose of the "notices to mariners" feature in ECDIS during passage planning?
To provide important updates and corrections to electronic charts
To monitor the vessel's maximum speed and RPM
To display live updates from nearby marinas
To calculate the vessel's ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival)
How can ECDIS assist in assessing the vessel's position in relation to port infrastructure and berths?
By integrating with the port's VTS (Vessel Traffic Service)
By providing live video feeds from the shore cameras
By activating onboard alarm systems
By displaying real-time AIS data from nearby vessels
What should be done if any discrepancies or alarms are found during the ECDIS system test?
Report the issues to the flag state administration
Ignore the discrepancies and proceed with the voyage
Wait for the next scheduled maintenance period
Switch to manual navigation methods and procedures
Why is it important to update electronic charts before departure?
To ensure accurate and up-to-date navigational information
To enhance satellite communication
To increase the vessel's speed
To improve radar performance
What is the primary function of ECDIS?
Safe Communication
Fast Search and Rescue
Contribute to Safe Navigation
Watch keeping
What is the purpose of the "port information" feature in ECDIS during arrival?
To monitor the crew's compliance with port health regulations
To display live webcam feeds from the port area
To provide details on port services, facilities, and regulations
To calculate the vessel's arrival and departure times
Which of the following electronic charts is approved by IMO as replacement of paper charts?
RNC
ENC
SENC
All of these are approved
What action should be taken if there is a discrepancy between ECDIS information and visual observations during port arrival?
Trust ECDIS and disregard visual observations
Adjust the electronic chart to match the visual observations
Record the discrepancy in the ship's logbook and investigate further
Switch off ECDIS and rely solely on visual navigation methods
What information can be obtained from ECDIS regarding navigational aids?
Virtual reality simulations of channel markers
Detailed information about buoy characteristics and positions
Real-time video feed from nearby lighthouses
Audible warnings when approaching buoys
Which organization regulates the standards for ECDIS?
International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
International Maritime Organization (IMO)
What is the purpose of the "own ship safety contour" setting in ECDIS?
To display nearby marine life and habitat conservation zones
To provide real-time AIS data from nearby vessels
To measure the ship's current speed and heading
To indicate the maximum safe depth for the vessel
How can ECDIS contribute to the safe execution of pilotage plans during passage planning?
By integrating with the pilot's own navigation equipment
By activating onboard emergency evacuation procedures
By providing real-time updates on the pilot's location
By displaying the pilot's license and qualifications
Which document should be consulted to verify the validity of electronic charts?
International Load Line Certificate
Admiralty Notices to Mariners (NMs)
International Safety Management (ISM) Code
International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
What action should be taken if an ECDIS system malfunctions during navigation?
Switch to manual steering and navigation
Continue using paper charts until repaired
Ignore the malfunction and proceed with the voyage
Stop the vessel immediately and seek technical support
What do you call the global datum system based on many points fixed with the great accuracy?
GNSS
ECDIS
WGA
WGS
What is the term commonly used to define the distance between the lowest point on the ship's keel (or hull) and the highest point on the channel bottom beneath the ship?
Decrease Depth
Increase Depth
Squat
UKC
What is IMO Performance Standard for ECDIS?
All of the above
ECDIS complies with IMO Regulation V/19 & V/27 of SOLAS convention as amended
ECDIS should emphasize soundings equal to or less than the safety depth.
ECDIS utilizes the feature of the Global Positioning System (GPS) to successfully
What is the role of the ECDIS alarm system?
To alert the crew to potential navigational hazards
To provide updates on port arrivals
To monitor the ship's engine status
To detect marine pollution
What action should be taken if there is a discrepancy between ECDIS and visual observations during a voyage?
Trust ECDIS and disregard visual observations
Adjust the electronic chart to match the visual observations
Switch off ECDIS and rely solely on visual navigation methods
Record the discrepancy in the ship's logbook and investigate further
What maritime convention covers the carriage requirements of ECDIS?
SOLAS
MARPOL
IMSBC
STCW
What is the primary purpose of ECDIS?
To display weather information
To monitor engine performance
To provide real-time traffic updates
To display electronic navigational charts
How can ECDIS assist in managing critical areas and potential hazards during passage planning?
By providing access to local emergency services contact information
By calculating the crew's workload based on the route complexity
By displaying real-time traffic updates from nearby ships
By displaying navigational warnings and cautionary notes
How can ECDIS assist in avoiding grounding during port arrival?
By providing early warning of shallow areas and hazards
By measuring the crew's fatigue level and response time
By activating onboard emergency evacuation procedures
By displaying real-time images from underwater cameras
How can ECDIS assist in avoiding grounding during port arrival?
By providing early warning of shallow areas and hazards
By measuring the crew's fatigue level and response time
By activating onboard emergency evacuation procedures
By displaying real-time images from underwater cameras
Do not rely solely on automatic alarms. A prudent navigator should always seek to prove the ECDIS wrong, rather than assuming it is correct. Which of the following describes the statements?
Planning
Monitoring
Execution
Crosscheck
The principles of good seamanship and maintaining a proper lookout apply when navigating electronically. Plan to use all available sources of information. Which of the following describes the statements?
Execution
Monitoring
Crosscheck
Planning
What is the primary source of data for ECDIS?
Radio signals from nearby ships
Sonar depth readings
Satellite imagery
Electronic navigational charts
What are computer-generated charts? The details can be turned on and off depending on the requirement of the user.
Vector Chart (ENC)
Raster Chart (RNC)
ECDIS Chart
One-layer Chart
What is the purpose of the "anchorage area" feature in ECDIS during arrival at port?
To calculate the vessel's fuel consumption while at anchor
To monitor the crew's rest hours during anchor watch
To indicate designated areas for safe anchoring within the port
To display the location of nearby shipyards and repair facilities
What is the primary purpose of using ECDIS during arrival at port?
To record ship's performance data
To enhance situational awareness and navigation safety
To control onboard entertainment systems
To monitor crew activities
What is the purpose of the "route monitoring" feature in ECDIS?
To track the vessel's fuel consumption
To ensure the vessel is following the planned route
To record the crew's daily activities
To monitor the ship's engine performance
Who created the draft plan?
Chief Mate
Second Mate
Master
Third Mate
When planning a route on ECDIS, always consider ENC ________ settings.
Display
Data Target
Great Circle
Rhumbline
What is the draft when the vessel is making way and subject to squat, sea, and swell state and increase of draft due to heel when turning?
Aft Draft
Med ship Draft
Dynamic Draft
Forward Draft
When a route is on ECDIS, always consider ENC display settings and, as with paper, use the best scale. Take time to check and scan routes. Which of the following describes the statements?
Planning
Monitoring
Execution
Crosscheck
What is the stage of passage planning?
Execution
All of the above
Planning
Appraisal
What means the chart content as listed in Appendix 2 and which cannot be removed from the display?
Display Base
Display Charts
Display Minor
Display Major
How can ECDIS assist in collision avoidance during a voyage?
By displaying information about marine mammals
By providing early warning of potential collisions
By activating onboard fire suppression systems
By automatically changing the ship's course
How often should ECDIS operators undergo refresher training?
Once every Five years
Once every Voyage
Once every Two years
Once in a lifetime
What is the purpose of conducting an ECDIS system power failure drill?
To measure the vessel's draft and trim
To test the ship's emergency lighting system
To practice manual chart plotting techniques
To ensure the availability of backup power sources
Why is it important to verify the availability and functionality of backup ECDIS equipment?
To avoid potential system failures and disruptions
To comply with international maritime regulations
To improve crew coordination and communication
To enhance the vessel's stability and buoyancy
How does ECDIS assist in fuel efficiency during passage planning?
By providing real-time updates on fuel prices at nearby ports
By calculating the optimal vessel speed for fuel consumption
By activating onboard fuel management systems
By suggesting detours to avoid high fuel consumption areas
What maritime convention covers the carriage requirements of ECDIS?
STCW
SOLAS
MARPOL
IMSBC
What action should be taken if there is a discrepancy between ECDIS information and visual observations during passage planning?
Adjust the electronic chart to match the visual observations
Trust ECDIS and disregard visual observations
Switch off ECDIS and rely solely on visual navigation methods
Record the discrepancy in the ship's logbook and investigate further
When verifying the GPS position on the ECDIS system, what should be checked?
The availability of life-saving equipment
The vessel's position against physical landmarks
The accuracy of the electronic compass
The vessel's fuel consumption
What is the purpose of the "safety contour" feature in ECDIS during arrival at port?
To calculate the vessel's fuel consumption within the port area
To display the location of nearby navigational hazards
To indicate the minimum safe depth for the vessel within the port
To monitor the crew's rest hours during port operations
Which of the following is not included in the elements that compose ECDIS?
Course
Target
Display
Software
What should be checked to ensure the correct installation of electronic charts in the ECDIS system?
The performance of the autopilot system
The licensing and permit details of the vessel
The vessel's speed and course
The presence of radar reflectors
What is the first step to broadly consider the routing and consider factors affecting the voyage?
All of the above
Are ENC appropriate scale/up to date?
Admiralty Information Overlay available
All deck officers require a briefing on the plan.
What is TRUE about RCDS?
All of the above
A vessel is permitted to sail in RCDS mode if approved by their flag state for geographical areas where there are no ENC’s available but vessel must also carry paper up to date paper charts for these areas.
Using RCDS mode in ENC available geographic areas is forbidden • a. RCDS is an acronym for Raster Chart display system.
RCDS is an acronym for Raster Chart display system.
• What is the purpose of the "safety contour" feature in ECDIS during passage planning?
To measure the ship's current speed and heading
To provide real-time AIS data from nearby vessels
To display nearby marine life and habitat conservation zones
To indicate the maximum safe depth for the vessel
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