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celestial navigation

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natural sciences, mathematics and statistics

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physics

celestial navigation

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Description

Understand the science of celestial navigation and position fixing by using specialised measuring equipment.

Alternative Labels

astronavigation

celestial navigation

navigation by celestial bodies

navigation through observation of celestial bodies

navigation through observing celestial bodies

navigation through position fixing

navigation via celestial bodies

navigation via position fixing

navigation via the stars

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knowledge

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sector specific skills and competences

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ESCO is a Europe 2020 initiative.

DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.1.2 (Last update 22/02/2024)