MARA A157 - Radar Observer

    Recent Professors
    Ron Mealey
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    10 students
    Credits
    2
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of MARA A157
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    Students will learn fundamentals of marine Radar, its uses, limitations, and how to interpret data from a radar system. Primary focuses will be on Radar Navigation and Collision avoidance. Students with satisfactory level of completion will be qualified for a Certificate of Completion for U.S. Coast Guard Radar Observer license endorsement, establishing competency in the operation and utilization of marine radar equipment. This endorsement may be added to any U.S. Coast Guard Deck Officer License.
    Usually Held
    Mon 9:00am–1:50pm, Wed 9:00am–1:50pm, Mon 9:00am–2:30pm, Tue 4:00pm–8:50pm