This listing contains classes currrently offered by the St. Paul Squadron and known classes scheduled throughout District 10. Most are being offered online; however, classroom participation is always recommended.
To Register for a St. Paul class, simply click on the Registration button.
To Register for a D10 Class:
- Email the course instructor to confirm your participation in the class; include your contact information.
- Copy the St. Paul Educational Officer or send a separate message to education@stpaulsquadron.org.
You will be contacted regarding cost and process for ordering materials.
Marine Electrical Systems
Materials Fee: $75.00
Dates: Wednesdays, October 11 through December 6, 2023 (9 weeks - orginally scheduled to begin October 4)
Time: 7:00 to 9:00
Location: Bayport Marina Clubhouse (200 5th Ave So, Bayport)
The Marine Electrical Systems course begins with a basic explanation of what electricity is, followed by discussions on boat electrical wiring, DC and AC electrical systems, galvanic and stray current corrosion and lightning protection. Final sessions focus on troubleshooting typical boat electrical problems.
The course includes detailed instructions on how to use a multimeter, how to solder and crimp electrical wiring circuits, and how to read electrical wiring diagrams. This course can be used as a reference guide for all who are interested in properly maintaining their boats' electrical systems.
Because there will be many visual demonstrations and some hands-on opportunity, it is strongly recommended to take this class in person. However, it will be available online as well. The link will be published weekly to registered participants.
For more information, please contact the St. Paul Squadron Education Officer: education@stpaulsquadron.org
Weather
Materials Fee: $75.00
Dates: Mondays, November 27, 2023 through February 12, 2024
(10 weeks, excludingChristmas and New Year's Days)
Time: 7:00 to 9:00
Location: Online via your computer
Hosted by: District 10
Instructor: Wes Koplitz
This new (2021) edition of the Weather Course covers the dramatic technological advances that have changed the ways weather forecasts are produced and disseminated. Subject material is unique because it not only deals with modern weather forecasting – what are the different types of forecasts , when to use them, and how to get and interpret them; it also deals with the fundamental atmospheric dynamics underlying the weather events being forecast.
Class sessions will focus on how weather systems form, behave, move, and interact with one another and discuss the availability of all sorts of weather reports and forecasts on the Internet. Knowledge gained from this coure will benefit those sitting in their living rooms as much as those standing behind the helm.
For more information, please contact District Education Officer Wes Koplitz at wkoplitz@aol.com
To Register for this class:
* Email wkoplitz@aol.com to confirm your participation in the class; include your contact information.
* Click below to register. Be sure to indicate how you'd like to receive course materials - Hard Copy or Ebook. (Note: This is an important step. Your course materials must be ordered by our squadron.)
Boat Handling (Formerly Seamanship)
Materials Fee: $75.00
Dates: Wednesdays, May 1 through June 12, 2024 (7 weeks)
Time: 7:00 to 9:00
Location: Bayport Marina Clubhouse (200 5th Ave So, Bayport) or Online via your computer
Boat Handling, which replaces Seamanship, is the next course to take if you’ve already taken an introductory boating class such as America’s Boating Course. The class is conducted in six sessions:* Rules of the Road
* Confidence in Docking
* Handling Your Boat Underway
* Anchoring
* Emergencies on Board
* Knots and Line Handling
The seventh week (June 12), there will be a written test. Members who complete the course and pass the test will be granted the advanced grade of "Seaman."
We strongly recommend taking this class in person to maximize your investment of time and resources. However, it will be available online as well. The link will be published weekly to registered participants.
For more information, please contact the St. Paul Squadron Education Officer: education@stpaulsquadron.org
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