ENABLING OBJECTIVE(S): 405.01: The Compass and Its Parts

REFERENCE(S): A. CCP-119/PH-001 Red Star Course Training Plan; Chapter 4, Page 63/64.

B. CCP-119/PT-001 Red Star Handbook; Chapter 5, Arts 1-5.

SUPPLEMENTARY REFERENCE(S): CFP-A-PD-318-008/PT-001 Map and Compass; Chapter 8, Section 2, Arts 804-805.

TRG AID(S): A. Compasses (1 per cadet)

STUDENT AID(S): A. Red Star Handbook

DATE: March 24, 2000-march 26, 2000

WHAT: During this period of instruction you will be introduced to the compass. You will become

familiar with its components and their functions.

WHY: A. The compass is the most important navigational tool you will use as a cadet.

B. To become proficient in navigation you should have a good knowledge and

WHERE: A. You will use a compass as an aid to map reading, while orienteering, and during

navigational exercises in the field.

I STAGE 1: THE PARTS OF THE COMPASS

1. The components of the compass and their related functions;

C. This information is necessary in order to move on to your next lesson in

1. The Parts of the Compass: The compass has many parts. It is important to know what they are and what their functions are in order to use the compass properly. a. Sight: Used to take a bearing to a distant object. b. Sighting Mirror: Used in conjunction with the sight to read the bearing (reflection). c. Sighting Line: Used to help take a bearing. d. Declination Adjusting Screw: Applies local declination to the compass. e. Screwdriver: Turns the declination adjusting screw. Note: Briefly demonstrate. f. Safety Cord: Secures the compass around your neck or wrist. g. Adjustable Wrist Lock: Shortens the cord so it fits snugly around your wrist. h. Magnetic Needle: Indicates (points to) north. j. Orienting Arrow: A reference point for the floating magnetic needle when taking and following a bearing. k. Luminous Orienting Points: Used to line up the orienting arrow and th!

3. How should you care for your compass?

career, so get comfortable with it!

I Cadets will list, without error, the components of the compass and their related functions.

damaged compass will lead you astray.

rince of Wales Island in the Canadian Arctic. (2000 km south of true north.) 3. Declination: Because True and Magnetic North are not in the same place, the difference between the two can be seen as a type of error. This error must be corrected if we are to accurately navigate, no matter where we are. This correction is called declination.

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