STCW Global Maritime Distress and Safety Systems (GMDSS)
Course
In Glasgow
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
Glasgow (Scotland)
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Start date
Different dates available
This AMERC (MCA) approved course provides theoretical and practical training for anyone wishing to operate GMDSS radio systems. It is a mandatory requirement for the issue of an Officer of the Watch Certificate of Competency (COC).
Using GMDSS Transas simulation, each candidate has their own virtual radio station. You will also undertake a variety of interactive activities, supported by our MyCity virtual learning environment (VLE).
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
Reviews
Subjects
- Systems
- Radio
- Global
Course programme
- Use of VHF, MF, HF R/T & DSC.
- Use of Satellite Equipment.
- Use of EPIRB & SART.
- Use of NAVTEX.
- How to Send and Receive Calls and Messages.
Candidates are not expected to have any prior knowledge of radio systems. A general understanding of geography and measurements of latitude / longitude scales is helpful, but not essential.
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