SCOPE
This course and its contents are based on the S.C.V. Code (Small Commercial Vessel Code). The course is designed for mariners who operate open vessels in protected waters. The students will develop skills in seamanship, boat handling, basic navigation, meteorology, communication, emergency procedures and small engine repairs.
DURATION & DELIVERY
Ten (10) days. Classes are from 08:00 to 16:00 hrs.
OBJECTIVES
This course and its contents are based on the S.C.V. Code (Small Commercial Vessel Code). The syllabus and model training course has been prepared by the I.M.O. (International Maritime Organization) for vessels in the Caribbean. Some modification to the model has been included in order to present the best training possible. The course is designed for mariners who operate open vessels in protected waters.
The students will develop skills in seamanship, boat handling, basic navigation, meteorology, communication, emergency procedures and small engine repair.
Duration of this course is 10 days and includes 2 days of outboard engine trouble shooting and maintenance. A combination of lectures, demonstrations, models, videos and practical training onboard an open vessel is used in order to deliver this course.
Upon completion of training and successful examination the candidate will receive a certificate of completion from the Institute and will be eligible to receive a License of Boat Master Grade III from Maritime Services.
COURSE OUTLINE
This course is modular and consists of the following:
- Local Knowledge and Regulations
- Seamanship
- Boat Handling
- Emergency Situations
- Passenger Safety
- Prevention of Pollution
- Electronic Aids to Navigation
- Weather
- Regulations for Preventing Collision at Sea
- Chartwork
- Legal Responsibilities towards Passengers and Seafarers
- Basic Knowledge of Vessel Construction and Stability
- Engineering Knowledge
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Working knowledge of English and basic numeracy
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
– All participants must complete full course hours in order to receive certificate of completion.
– PLEASE WALK WITH A COMPLETE CHANGE OF CLOTHING AND SNEAKERS EVERY DAY ALONG WITH A HAT AND PAIR OF SUNGLASSES. IF POSSIBLE PLEASE WALK WITH YOUR OWN PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE OR LIFE JACKET. IF NOT ONE WILL BE PROVIDED FOR YOU.
COURSE CERTIFICATE
Upon successful completion of all training requirements you will receive a certificate of completion from the Institute and will be eligible to receive a License of Boat Master Grade III from Maritime Services Division.
COURSE EVALUATION
After completion of this course, a written evaluation will be administered to ascertain feedback for all participants. Your comments are greatly appreciated as they can help us improve our service.
