Electronic Navigation & VHF – Online

What are my electronic instruments, and what are they really telling me? This introductory class covers the essential electronic tools that support safe navigation, including depth sounders, GPS, chart plotters, AIS, radar, and VHF radios.

You’ll learn the strengths and limitations of each system, as well as the most common user errors and how to avoid them. The class also includes a Pilothouse simulator video and hands-on practice with making a mayday call.

Course Details:

February 25–25, 2026
6:30–8 PM | Cost: $95 non-member, $86 member

• Prerequisites: None
• Platform: Online; a Zoom link is provided one week before class
• Teaching style: This class consists of a presentation followed by interactive discussions and a Q&A session.
• Duration: Two consecutive evenings (1.5 hours each session)
• Materials: Supplementary materials and resources will be provided for further reading and reference one week prior to the class.
• Notes: Please watch for the Zoom link to be sent via email one week before class. This class has a four-person minimum.