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

2. 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:
Know how to read a map accurately
Know how to use a compass
Be able to develop route planning skills
Be able to undertake a route safely

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 4. Undertake a Route 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, CRoW Act 2000, Countryside Code, impact on environment
Review:
Strengths (individual & group), areas for improvement, future planning

7. Assessment

8. Assignment Task 1
The use of map and compass for land navigation 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.
Assessment Method:
Two posters submitted
Personal report (self- assessment) on map reading and compass use
Teacher observation record for practical demonstration
P1, P2, M1, M2, D1

9. Assignment Task 2
Effective use of a route card for a planned journey Complete a detailed route card covering the unit content for learning outcome 3. Undertake the journey using the route card, map and compass.
Assessment Method:
Completed route card
Photo report of route
P3, P4, P5

10. 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
M3, D2

11. Links Duke of Edinburgh Award http://www.dofe.org
Ordnance Survey - vey.co.uk/education- research/teaching- resources/
British Army - /documents/general/Nav igation_jun11.pdf