Basic Navigation I

The intent of the Basic Navigation I Certification is to ensure that members of Vanguard have basic knowledge of how to Navigate and Operate their ships effectively and safely ensuring safety and efficiency for all Vanguard members. A Proctor is required for this Certification and both occasional events as well as informal ad hoc opportunities can fulfill the requirement. This Certification can be done with a small group and is in fact preferred, to both save time for the instructor and provide camaraderie during the class.

The class will take the student through a series of quantum and spline jumps, using both map and OM-POI marker navigation techniques. The candidates will be instructed on the details of a jump process before demonstrating it. The class must stay together, performing one maneuver at a time, waiting for instruction before moving to the next.

Topics covered:

Plotting courses with the Star Map and understanding the hot keys.

Summary of SCM vs QTM modes (Master Modes)

Discussion about distances Gigameters, Megameters, Kilometers etc.

Navigation, Route & Course plotting with Orbital Markers only, no maps.

What is an indirect jump (or dogleg) and when to use it.

Difference between a straight line and spline travel.

Safe straight-line and spline Quantum Marker travel to party members.

Tips, tricks and work-arounds to the map and quantum travel system.

Requirements

Understanding of how to get to the hangers and recall your ship.

Make sure health is at max hydration-nutrition before pulling ships.

Ships should be small to medium-small. No large ships, smaller than a 600i.

Ship must have a quantum drive.