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Science helps in study for a career at sea
Deirdre O'Neill is studying for something she says is "a pretty big job". That role is chief mate / master on a ship, one rank below captain. During her course at the National Maritime College of Ireland (NMCI) in Cork, Deirdre learns about many aspects of ships and sailing. A lot involve science and technology, such as:
It's not all about the classroom, though. Sometimes Deirdre and her classmates use a simulator, which is an accurate replica of a ship's bridge. The simulator is very flexible. It can be programmed, for instance to:
Career So where did Deirdre's nautical career begin? She says: "This is what I've always wanted to do, probably since I was about 12 when I joined the sea scouts. Then I took it a step further. I went on the Asgard II when I was 16. After that trip I decided to make a career of it." Deirdre began her studies in the Cork Institute of Technology (CIT) where she studied nautical science. This is a three-year course, two years in college and one at sea. "At that stage I was sailing as a cadet so I was basically learning everything on a ship," she says. Tall ships Sailing tall ships is Deirdre's favourite part of the job. She says: "It's fun and you meet new people all the time. When I finish here I'll be qualified to work on all kinds of ships - tall ships, tankers, container ships..." But first of all, Deirdre needs to find a space in Sydney Harbour to park that liner. Learn more: Check out nautical studies at the NMCI Learn about the science of yachts Read how SCOPE series 2 went to Cork Week regatta |
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