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Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs

The actual path of a vessel over the ground, as determined by position fixes, regardless of set or drift.

Quick answer: The actual path of a vessel over the ground, as determined by position fixes, regardless of set or drift.

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Quick answer

The actual path of a vessel over the ground, as determined by position fixes, regardless of set or drift.

Why it matters

Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs matters because it supports clear communication in Nav contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs?

In this glossary, Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs refers to: The actual path of a vessel over the ground, as determined by position fixes, regardless of set or drift.

How is Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Navigationsoffizier an Kapitän: Unser über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs in der letzten Stunde war zweihundertzehn Grad, mit Versatz aus Südwest."

Why does Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs matter in maritime?

Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs matters because it supports clear communication in Nav contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs?

Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs belong to?

In this glossary, Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs is grouped under Nav. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

The actual path of a vessel over the ground, as determined by position fixes, regardless of set or drift.

Operational example

Navigation officer to captain: Our course made good over the last hour is two one zero degrees, with set and drift from the southwest.

Localized term

Über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs

Localized example

Navigationsoffizier an Kapitän: Unser über Grund zurückgelegter Kurs in der letzten Stunde war zweihundertzehn Grad, mit Versatz aus Südwest.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Nav

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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