Land Navigation by Map Compass Unit 10 Unit

Land Navigation by Map & Compass Unit 10 & Unit 35 Miss Rowsell

Aim and Purpose Acquire knowledge in relation to land navigation with map, compass and route card, demonstrating these skills practically, in a safe manner. Learning Outcomes: 1. Know how to read a map accurately 2. Know how to use a compass 3. Be able to develop route planning skills 4. Be able to undertake a route safely

1. Map reading • • Ordnance Survey maps Conventional signs Contours Grid references Orienting map to ground Relating ground to map Understanding scale Calculation of time & distance • Planning a route with a map

2. Compass Work • • • Compass points Features Use and care Taking bearings from a map Magnetic bearings & variation • Mils and degrees • Direction without a compass • Night use & poor visibility • Direction without a compass

3. Route Planning Route card details: • Group • • • Day, date, times Route legs Grid references Height & distance Rest stops & timings Group capabilities Weather information Escape routes Effects of gradient Types of terrain

4. Undertake a Route travelling: • Safety issues, consent forms, risk assessments, equipment, clothing/footwear, carrying kit, fitness, teamwork, communication, leading, decision & problem solving, navigating Environmental issues: • Access laws, CRo. W Act 2000, Countryside Code, impact on environment Review: • Strengths (individual & group), areas for improvement, future planning

Assessment

Assignment Task 1 The use of map and compass for land navigation Assessment Method: Two posters submitted You are required to produce a poster to demonstrate how maps are read for a new recruit. Produce a follow-up poster to demonstrate how to read a compass effectively. Personal report (selfassessment) on map reading and compass use Teacher observation record for practical demonstration P 1, P 2, M 1, M 2, D 1

Assignment Task 2 Effective use of a route card for a planned journey Assessment Method: Complete a detailed route card covering the unit content for learning outcome 3. Undertake the journey using the route card, map and compass. Completed route card Photo report of route P 3, P 4, P 5

Assignment Task 3 Route planning review and recommendations Review your choice of route during the planning and participation stages. Make recommendations for future route planning exercises. Assessment Methods: Presentation of your route card and expedition Personal report on route planning exercise M 3, D 2

Links • Duke of Edinburgh Award http: //www. dofe. org • Ordnance Survey https: //www. ordnancesurve y. co. uk/educationresearch/teachingresources/ • British Army http: //www. army. mod. uk/do cuments/general/Navigatio n_jun 11. pdf