License Exam Preparation
Chesapeake Marine Training Institute offers USCG Deck License Exam Preparation for mariners at various levels of their careers. Since 1992, CMTI has established an outstanding record of assisting mariners by successfully preparing them for their license examinations. All of our instructors are professional mariners skilled in sharing their knowledge and experience in order to prepare you for testing.
To start your training,
Contact Melissa at 800-642-CMTI
or email her at melissa.johnson@chesapeakemarineinst.com
We look forward to working with you!
License Preparation Unit 1
The 5 day License Preparation Unit 1 includes an in-depth review of material required in each testing module listed. During this type of instruction, you will receive training on each examination applicable to your testing requirements generally: Rules of the Road, Navigation Problems: Chart Plot, and Navigation General. Some topics include but are not limited to: Rules of the Road, Publications, Charts, Plotting techniques, Tides and Currents, Aids to Navigation, Hurricanes, Echo Principle, True Wind, Weather. Training also includes a review of the applicable publications and how to use reference materials for these exams located in the testing room.
Modules in this unit include:
Q100, Q105, Q106, Q107, Q113, Q114, Q115, Q123, Q124, Q125, Q130, Q138, Q139, Q140, Q152, Q153, Q162, Q163, Q171, Q171, Q182, Q183, Q184, Q190, Q191, Q192, Q203, Q204, Q205, Q211, Q212, Q213, Q300, Q301, Q304, Q305, Q310, Q311, Q322, Q323, Q329, Q330, Q342, Q343, Q349, Q350, Q357, Q358, Q361, Q371, Q372, Q373, Q382, Q383, Q388, Q389, Q393, Q397, Q398, Q402, Q403, Q412, Q413, Q414, Q420, Q421, Q426
The pace of the course is based on students prior experience with the material covered in these modules. Click here to sign up for License Prep (Unit 1)
License Preparation Unit 2
During the 5-day license preparation, focus will be geared towards the information required on the Navigation Problems for Near Coastal / Oceans examinations. Some of the topics include Chronometer Error, ETA, Fuel Consumption, Slip/Pitch, Deviation Table Construction, Sunrise/Sunset, Amplitude, Azimuth, Sailings, Distance Abeam, and more. This license preparation should be taken after the Unit 1 or when you want to focus on the Navigation Problems: Near Coastal examination topics. Students preparing for Navigation Problems: Oceans topics should sign up for Unit 2.5. The Oceans exams includes various topics beyond the Near Coastal exam. Click here to sign up for License Prep (Unit 2) Navigation Problems: Near Coastal
or Click here to sign up for License Prep (Unit 2.5) Navigation Problems: Oceans
Modules in this unit include:
Q108, Q116, Q126, Q134, Q141, Q154, Q185, Q193, Q214, Q206
License Preparation Unit 3
During the 5-day License Preparation Unit 3, focus will be geared toward the information required on the Deck General / Safety / Environmental Protection. Some of the topics include Marlinespike Seamanship, Block and Tackle, Nautical Terms and Construction, Anchoring, Trim and Stability (basic stability found on the Deck Safety exam), Vessel Handling, Maritime Law (CFR), Fire and Emergencies, Dew Point/Humidity, Cargo Loading, Broken Stowage, Advance and Transfer tables, Pub 102, Pub 117, Chemical Data Guide and more. This license preparation should be taken after the Basic License Preparation or when you are prepared for most exams and want to focus on the Deck General / Safety examinations. Click here to sign up for License Prep (Unit 3)
Modules in this unit include:
Deck General
Q111, Q112, Q120, Q121, Q132, Q136, Q137, Q150, Q151, Q160, Q161, Q170, Q180, Q181, Q188, Q189, Q200, Q201, Q209, Q210, Q302, Q303, Q308, Q309, Q320, Q321, Q327, Q328, Q340, Q341, Q347, Q348, Q356, Q360, Q370, Q386, Q387, Q391, Q410, Q411, Q418, Q419, Q423, Q424
License Preparation Unit 3.5
During the 4-day License Preparation Unit 3.5, focus will be geared toward the information required on the Deck Safety: Stability examination. Click here to sign up for License Prep (Unit 3.5)
Modules in this unit include:
Stability
Q122, Q131, Q133, Q202
License Preparation Unit 4
Unit 4, Exam Preparation Only is a 3 day program for mariners who are preparing to test and want to ensure they have the knowledge level necessary to successfully pass all examinations. During the 3 days, mariners will be tested on all topics required as shown on their approval to test letter. Once the mariner completes the practice examinations, considering time is available, our instructors will provide tutoring / guidance on topics that are necessary to review at home prior to testing. This unit should be planned at a time close to the testing date to ensure material is retained and / or give the mariner time to review material as directed by the instructor. This is not an instructional preparation course; please refer to our other license preparation options for instructional needs. Click here to sign up for License Prep (Unit 4)
* Additional days of tutoring can be scheduled as needed.
To start your training,
Contact Melissa at 800-642-CMTI
or email her at melissa.johnson@chesapeakemarineinst.com
We look forward to working with you!