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Licence 30Minimum age 18

Mashit 30 - Skipper licence

Mashit 30 (skipper) covers vessels up to 24 m and 100 tons in coastal waters. Minimum age 18. Four theory exams: Seamanship C, Navigation A (coastal), Navigation B (instruments) and Engineering.

In short: Mashit 30 - Skipper licence - minimum age 18, 4 theory exams (Seamanship C, Navigation A (coastal), Navigation B (instruments), and Engineering).

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Theory exams required

1

Seamanship C

Details

Seamanship exam for the Mashit 30 (skipper) licence: full rules of the road, lights, buoyage, safety, weather and procedures.

Questions
50 questions
Time
90 minutes
Pass mark
80%
Type
Computerized
2

Navigation A (coastal)

Details

Coastal chart navigation: latitude/longitude, bearings, distances, magnetic variation and fixing position. The official exam is done on a paper chart.

Questions
20 questions
Time
90 minutes
Pass mark
80%
Type
Paper / chart
3

Navigation B (instruments)

Details

Electronic navigation instruments: GPS, radar, AIS, echo sounder and radio communication.

Questions
30 questions
Time
90 minutes
Pass mark
80%
Type
Computerized
4

Engineering

Details

Marine engines: diesel and petrol engines, cooling, fuel and electrical systems, common faults.

Questions
30 questions
Time
60 minutes
Pass mark
80%
Type
Computerized

Mashit 30 - Skipper licence FAQ

What is the minimum age for the Mashit 30 - Skipper licence?

The minimum age for the Mashit 30 - Skipper licence is 18.

Which theory exams do I need for the Mashit 30 - Skipper licence?

The Mashit 30 - Skipper licence requires 4 theory exams: Seamanship C, Navigation A (coastal), Navigation B (instruments), and Engineering.

How many questions are in the Seamanship C exam and what is the pass mark?

The Seamanship C exam has 50 questions, lasts 90 minutes and the pass mark is 80%.

How many questions are in the Navigation A (coastal) exam and what is the pass mark?

The Navigation A (coastal) exam has 20 questions, lasts 90 minutes and the pass mark is 80%.

How many questions are in the Navigation B (instruments) exam and what is the pass mark?

The Navigation B (instruments) exam has 30 questions, lasts 90 minutes and the pass mark is 80%.

How many questions are in the Engineering exam and what is the pass mark?

The Engineering exam has 30 questions, lasts 60 minutes and the pass mark is 80%.