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* directed the seamanship and navigation departments (Professional Maritime program). * trained in the classroom and on the water on power and sailing vessels up to 50 feet. * developed curriculum for classroom and underway evaluations. * created MS power point audio visual presentations on maritime topics. * demonstrated "hands-on" live survival-flare demonstrations to students and to the public. * certified by USCG to teach and test master level licenses up to 100 gross tons.
* Chief Quartermaster (navigation specialist). * ship's navigator and underway deck watch officer. * search and rescue coxswain, certified USCG rescue coxswain trainer. * master training specialist, professional maritime instructor. * taught coastal and celestial navigation aboard USCG cutters, including tall ship "Eagle". * search and rescue senior assistant coordinator for US Pacific coast. * trained thousands of Coast Guard and Navy in seamanship, navigation, and boat handling.