National AIDS to Navigation and Chart Updating Study Guide 2003

One of the many important steps in scheduling a U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Aids to Navigation and/or Chart Updating (ATON/CU) Program patrol or mission is PREPARATION. Several adverse conditions/occurrences could affect the successful performance of an ATON/CU patrol or mission, i. e., crew proficiency (state of crew training and qualification), insufficient or improper equipment, weather conditions, etc. Participating Auxiliary members must be properly trained and equipped to conduct successful ATON/CU patrols and missions. OBJECTIVE: 1. To acquire a general knowledge of the responsibilities of the Auxiliary in the conduct of ATON/CU PATROLS and MISSIONS. 2. To become familiar with the preparation for an ATON/CU PATROL or MISSION. 3. To become familiar with the use of the tools and equipment required to support ATON/CU operations.