(3) Algebra, simple equations.
(4) The first book of Euclid.
(5) Plane trigonometry and its application to the solution of easy problems.
A knowledge of drawing is recommended.
VI. A cadet on passing will be appointed to a training ship at Portsmouth or Devonport for at least three months.
VII. Quarterly examinations will be held on board the training ship, and any cadet who considers that he is competent may present himself for examination in sheet No. 1 and seamanship. If found qualified, he will be sent to a sea-going ship.
VIII. Any cadet who fails to pass his examination within the periods stated below will be rejected:—
| 14 years 6 months on joining | The second quarterly examination. |
| 14 years and under 6 months | The third quarterly examination. |
| Under 14 years | The fourth quarterly examination. |
Any cadet of indifferent conduct will be reported by the captain to the Lords Commissioners of the Admiralty, who may dismiss him summarily.
IX. No cadet will be allowed to count more than three months in the training ship towards sea-time.