EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
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To prepare men and women for entry into the
field of yacht and small craft surveying.
- To impart to them the needed technical
knowledge and the highest sense of ethical, business and
professional honesty.
- To provide others in the marine industry,
such as insurance adjustors and underwriters as well as corporate,
government and military personnel with in-depth knowledge of boat
systems and values.
A competent marine surveyor requires in-depth technical and
market knowledge. Involved is the knowledge of hull design,
construction methods & materials and what happens to them under
various conditions of use and service. The same applies to
vessel propulsion, navigation, communication, electrical and
waste disposal systems.
The course is designed to equip the student to recognize, evaluate and
communicate findings in such a manner as to leave no doubt as to the
condition of the vessel at the time of survey. Instructional methods
include classroom lecture and on board demonstration, field trips to
boatyards, guest lecturers noted for their expertise in the field,
practice surveys and report preparation.
Our goal is to provide a balanced curriculum developing technical
knowledge coupled with high business integrity.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Yacht & Small Craft Surveying - Total: 180 hours
Hull Design, Construction and Materials (53 hours) -
The hull is a
boat’s essential element, and hull integrity is the result of proper
design and construction. Students will study design and give
consideration to fiberglass, wood, steel, aluminum, ferro cement and
other boat building materials and methods. Special emphasis is given
to the detection of deficiencies.
Propulsion &
Support Systems (54 hours) - An examination of sail and
engine powered propulsion systems, including all components and
test methods. Navigation, communication, fresh water, galley,
heating, venting, air conditioning, waste disposal, running
rigging, electrical and fuel systems are also studied.
Business,
Professional & Legal Considerations (29 hours) - An exploration of marine surveying as a business and its professional,
ethical and legal aspects.
Surveys
& Survey Reports (44 hours) - A professional surveyor follows a step-by-step procedure that begins
with an assessment of the hull’s seaworthiness and a detailed
inspection of the vessel’s systems. Each student will conduct three
(3) complete surveys and prepare Reports of Survey.
American
Boat & Yacht Council (Credential Option Available) - Graduates of the Yacht & Small Craft
Surveying program will be eligible to obtain accelerated ABYC Standards
Accreditation. This Accreditation will be earned by passing a 100
question examination based on the comprehensive information included in
the Yacht & Small Craft Surveying course. The exam will include
specific compliance issues relevant to marine surveyors and the
accreditation earned will be a valuable credential for any surveyor.
This exam will be administered to interested graduates on the last day
of class. The fee is $175.00 and the certification will be issued by
ABYC.
ADMISSION
To qualify for admission, the student must be 18 years of age or older
and in overall good health. The successful student must be able to use
mathematical skills and the English language in order to fully benefit
from the program. Foreign students should score at least 500 in the TOEFL exam or its equivalent.
A high school graduation, state secondary equivalency diploma (GED)
or evidence of student's ability to benefit from instruction is
required. Please have a copy of your high school, college or
previous training transcript sent to the Registrar.
The review process takes into consideration the applicant’s
prior education, experience and an expressed desire to learn.
Previous training and education will be evaluated and
appropriate credit given. With this in mind, it is desirable for
the applicant to be a graduate of the Professional Mariner Training
Program at the Chapman School or have survey related marine
industry experience.
The Enrollment Agreement must be completed and signed
(by the parent or guardian if the applicant is younger than 18) and
returned to the School along with the $150 registration fee. Class
starting dates are listed in the program schedule. Students may
enroll in this course through the second
day of class. Students must have an
official photo ID at the start of class.
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Average class size is 10 students, maximum class size
is 15 students. Early registration is encouraged for the January and
March classes which generally fill early.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance
Requirements -
A student must attend at least 153 hours (85%) of the
180-hour program. An accumulation of 27 hours of absences from
classes is considered excessive and may result in dismissal from
School. Veteran’s benefits are interrupted at this point.
Class
Schedule -
Classes meet daily, Monday through Friday from 8:30 to 3:30.
Lunch is from 12:30 to
1:30.
Tardiness
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Lateness for any part of an hour will be counted as a full hour of
absence.
Leaves
- A
student who must take extensive leave beyond the allowed attendance
policy limits due to special circumstances such as prolonged illness,
family emergency, etc., will be permitted to re-enter at the phase of
training that is identical to the one he or she left. Earlier phases
of training may be repeated at no additional tuition cost as
determined by the School. Veteran students must be terminated for pay
purposes.
Re-Admittance
Policy - If
a student has been terminated for attendance reasons and can give
evidence that the cause for poor attendance has been eliminated, the
student may be re-admitted on a probationary basis for a three week
period. Six hours or one full class day of unexcused absence during
this period will result in termination. Veterans benefits may be
resumed during the probationary period.
GRADING POLICY
Tests
& Examinations - Periodic tests will be
given throughout the 6 weeks as a measure of each student’s
progress. These will include practice surveys. A comprehensive final
exam will be given at the end of the course.
Final
Grade - A minimum
final grade average of 80% must be achieved in order to qualify for a
graduation certificate. The final grade will be based on a weighted
average of all test and exam scores as follows:
Periodic
Test Scores . . . 50%
Final
Examination . . . . . 50%
Student
Progress -
All
student records will be kept on file for the viewing by the student
and authorized parties.
Student
progress will be carefully monitored on a regular basis. If a
student’s average falls below 80, he or she will be considered on
academic probation until the average is brought up to passing. If
grades are not brought up to passing within two weeks, the student
will be terminated for unsatisfactory progress. At this point,
veterans benefits may be interrupted. Re-entry will be at the
discretion of the School’s administration.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Students are required to observe proper standards of personal
conduct. Justification for dismissal from the School would include
any action that would be considered offensive by the faculty, the
student body or community at large. Student conduct is taken into
consideration for employment recommendations.
Proper dress, including shoes, shirt and pants or shorts must be
worn in the classroom and Administration Building. Work clothes are
recommended for shop and boat maintenance lab work. To safeguard
against infection from minor scrapes or punctures, we suggest
obtaining a current tetanus booster before arrival on the campus.
The School requires that all student survey reports be typed. In
order to comply with this requirement, students must supply a
personal computer or typewriter, or be prepared to hire a local
typing service.
There is one overnight field trip requiring motel
accommodations, restaurant meals and transportation. The cost of
the trip should not exceed $100.00.
GRADUATION & JOB SEARCH ASSISTANCE
Requirements
for Graduation - The
Chapman School awards a certificate. All attendance requirements must be
met and any financial obligations to the School satisfied. A final
average of 80% or better is required.
Job
Search Assistance - Most
surveyors are self-employed individuals who have worked to gain the
recognition of marine insurers, influential yacht dealers, brokers and
owners. Through its influence in the marine industry, the Chapman
School is building its contacts with the same clientele in order to
assist successful graduates in gaining entry into the profession. The
School cannot guarantee job placement.
Complimentary resume preparation is
offered to graduating students.
CLASS SCHEDULE - 2007/2008
| Course No. |
Start Date |
Ending Date |
Holidays |
| 11/07 |
10/29 |
12/11 |
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| - |
- |
- |
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| 01-08 |
01/07 |
02/15 |
- |
| 03-08 |
03/03 |
04/11 |
- |
| 05-08 |
05/05 |
06/13 |
05/26 |
| 07-08 |
06/30 |
08/08 |
07/04 |
| 09-08 |
09/02 |
10/10 |
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| 11/08 |
11/03 |
12/12 |
11/27 & 11/28 |
TUITION & FEES
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Registration
Fee....$150.00 Books &
Materials....$150.00
Tuition Dep....$1500.00
Tuition Bal....$2850.00 Tuition
Total....$4650.00
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The Enrollment
Agreement must be completed and signed (by a parent
or guardian if the applicant is younger than 18) and
returned to the Chapman School along with the $150
non-refundable registration fee.
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Tuition deposit and
fee for Books & Materials are due
45 days prior to the start of class.
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Tuition balance is due
in full 10 days prior to the start of class.
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Tuition does not
include housing, board, or transportation.
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All costs are payable
in U.S. currency only.
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REFUND POLICY
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If the application is
not accepted by the Chapman School, all payments made by the
applicant will be refunded.
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If cancellation is
requested within three (3) business days after signing the
Enrollment Agreement, all payments made by the applicant
will be refunded in accordance with the Buyer's Right to
Cancel.
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If cancellation is
requested more than three (3) business days after signing the
Enrollment Agreement, but before the beginning of
classroom instruction, the applicant is obligated for the
non-refundable registration fee,
which may be applied to a future boating course within one
year.
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If classes have already begun, and the
student wishes to withdraw, the School must receive written
notice. The refund will be based on the last actual date of
class attendance. Students terminating training after the
beginning of the course are obligated to pay on a prorated
basis up to 40% of course completion. Thereafter, the
student is obligated for the full amount of the contract
price.
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Applicable refunds are made within thirty
(30) days after the student fails to enter or terminates
training.
Veteran’s
Refund Policy - The VRP is in accordance with the Federal
Code of Regulations Chapter 38 Section 21.4254. The pro-ration will
be determined on the ratio of the number of days or hours of instruction
completed by the student to the total number of instructional days in
the program.
STUDENT HOUSING
Description
Campus housing consists of dormitory apartments. Each unit
contains a bedroom, convertible living room/bedroom, bath,
kitchenette and a screened porch. The number of students per
unit during this program is a maximum of three. All units are
air-conditioned, fully furnished and equipped with refrigerator,
countertop range and cooking utensils. Housing is offered on a
space available basis. Sorry, no pets.
Housing
Fees
Security Deposit....$300.00 Housing
Fee....$1050.00 Housing Total....$1350.00
Housing fee includes utilities.
Housing Security
Deposit & Refund
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Security deposit is
due with the Enrollment Agreement and the housing fee is
due 45 days prior to the start of class to reserve
accommodations.
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If a student cannot
attend the class in which he or she is registered, housing
fees and deposits are refundable.
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Once a student moves
into the facilities, no fees will be refunded except the
$300 security deposit, and that within 30 days after the
inspection of the vacated room.
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In the event any
student does damage to the accommodations, he or she will
be responsible for the replacement cost and labor required
to repair the damaged Chapman School property.
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In the event the
damage exceeds $300, the student will be responsible for the
additional costs of repair.
FINANCIAL AID
The School
offers, depending upon availability and need, supplemental
scholarships to qualified students who are eligible for employment
in the United States. Other opportunities to consider in planning
for financial aid assistance are:
Veteran’s Education Benefits
- If
you are a U.S. military veteran, you may be eligible for education
benefits.
Rehabilitation
Benefits - You
may be eligible for education benefits due to job-related injuries
that preclude continued employment in your present trade or
profession.
Retirement
Benefits - You
may be eligible for education benefits offered by some firms upon
retirement.
Retraining
Opportunities - You
may be able to secure retraining benefits if you are a dislocated
worker or eligible for programs offered by other retraining agencies.
ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT
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Download the Enrollment Agreement
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Complete, Print, and Sign
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Fax to us at (772) 283-2019
Enrollment
Agreement (pdf)
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