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Clew. The aft lower corner of the sail (between the leech and the foot) Close-hauled. The upwind point of sail where a boat sails as close to the wind as possible. Close reach. The upwind point of sail between close-hauled and a beam reach. Cockpit. The area of the boat, usually recessed into the deck, from which the boat is steered or sailed.
Course. (1) The intended steering direction; (2) a series of specific learning experiences such as lectures or training sessions focused on a specific topic. A course is designed to accomplish the acquisition of a defined level of knowledge and skills associated with the specific topic. A course contains a framework of specific goals and objectives for learning experiences individuals will engage in to transfer knowledge and/or skills. It may stand on its own or be part of a larger curriculum. Multiple courses are used when the goals and objectives of a curriculum are too large in scope to be accomplished by one course.
Crew. People who have duties aboard or assist in the operation of a vessel.
Cruising speed. The speed at which the boat is operating for optimum performance, safety, and efficiency. The actual speed is dependent upon the design of the hull. Speed for a particular boat, usually below the maximum, that is comfortable and economical and not necessarily at wide open throttle. NOTE: Three quarter throttle often provides an acceptable balance of speed and fuel efficiency.
Cunningham. A type of downhaul used to tension the luff of a sail.
Curriculum. A high-level plan or overarching framework for all the experiences individuals will engage in as part of their education. A curriculum identifies WHAT is to be learned and takes into account the needs of the individual learner, the domain of knowledge and skill, and the needs of society overall.
Daggerboard. A device that lowers vertically down from the bottom of the boat to provide lateral resistance. Deck. Generally horizontal surface that encloses the top of the hull. Downhaul. A line used to tension the luff of the mainsail by pulling down the boom at the gooseneck. Downwind. In the direction toward which the wind is blowing.
Emergency Action Plan. An emergency action plan (EAP) is a written document required by particular OSHA standards. The purpose of an EAP is to facilitate and organize employer and employee actions during workplace emergencies. (Source:
https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/etools/evacuation/eap.html)
Emergency mode (stop). To stop a boat quickly for safety reasons. Synonymous with “panic stop” or “immediate stop.”
Entry-level. The proficiency reached by a person who has successfully completed an appropriate amount of beginner instruction, or has achieved a sufficient level of experience, to be ready to pursue (or “enter” safely into) recreational boating.
Equipment. All items that are not fixed or permanently attached to the boat including fenders, boathook, anchor, and other items useful for departure, operation, arrival, or safety.
Erratic. Uneven, irregular, or unpredictable movement.
Essential Eligibility Criteria (EEC). The requirements a student needs to meet to participate in a learning experience. Examples of EEC include weight, height, ability to follow instructions, capacity to independently communicate, etc.
Experiential education. An approach to education that involves students engaging in the process of learning through hands-on activity and direct experience, followed by focused reflection, to develop knowledge, skills, attitude, judgment, values, etc., associated with the learning goals and objectives.
Foot. The bottom edge of a sail.
Formative feedback. The act of providing students with feedback during instruction about their current level of skills acquisition and to target additional learning needs. It provides opportunities to adjust learning while there is still time to redirect toward a more successful outcome.
Forward. Toward the bow. Furl. To stow a sail on a spar or a stay.
Give-way vessel. Under the Navigation Rules, the vessel obligated to adjust its course or speed to avoid collision with another vessel.
65 This Technical Support Document was produced in part through USCG grant funds to develop National On-Water Skills Standards. ©2022 United States Sailing Association. Facilitated by Think First Serve.
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