Sea Aids to navigation Trial

The United States Coast Guard (USCG) aids to navigation (ATON) exam is a test administered by the USCG to assess the knowledge and competency of individuals involved in the operation, maintenance, and management of ATON systems. This exam is typically required for positions such as Aids to Navigation Specialist or for individuals who work directly with ATON equipment.

The ATON exam covers various topics related to the USCG`s ATON program, including:

1. Navigation aids: Understanding the purpose, types, and characteristics of different aids to navigation such as buoys, beacons, lighthouses, daymarks, and electronic aids.

2. ATON systems: Knowledge of the design, installation, and operation of ATON systems, including understanding the various components and how they function together.

3. Charting and navigation: Familiarity with nautical charts, chart symbols, and how to interpret them for safe navigation. This may also include understanding the use of electronic navigation systems.

4. Maintenance and repair: Understanding the maintenance and repair procedures for ATON equipment, including troubleshooting common issues and performing routine inspections.

5. Regulations and standards: Knowledge of the relevant regulations and standards that govern ATON operations, such as the International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) guidelines and the USCG`s Aids to Navigation Manual.

6. Safety and environmental considerations: Awareness of safety protocols and best practices when working with ATON equipment, as well as understanding the environmental impact of ATON systems and how to mitigate potential risks.

It`s important to note that specific exam content and requirements may vary, and it is advisable to consult the USCG or the relevant authority for the most accurate and up-to-date information on the ATON exam.

Exam trial is divided into 10 parts, each of which has more than 25 questions

Application features :
- Includes charts and diagrams that can be zoomed in/out to make it easier to answer related questions
- Multiple-choice exercise
- There are Hint or Knowledge.
- Review the answers for the topic`s learning materials.
- Pause the answering timer by touching it.
- Setting delay time to answer the questions and it can be on/off.
- Setting for the total number of questions that will appear per topic/ exam, the actual number of questions will be selected by the system if it is less than what has been set.
- It can be running Offline.
- On the topic selection screen, you can see the score percentage of the exam per topic