Operational use of ECDIS(MCA approved)

Course information:
Operational use of ECDIS(MCA approved)

Course summary:
3 day course

Dates and course fees -

EU £550 - non-EU £550

26/01/2010 - fully booked
23/02/2010
02/03/2010
09/03/2010
16/03/2010
23/03/2010

This course is intended for Masters and Officers in charge of a navigational watch on a bridge fitted with, or about to be fitted with, ECDIS equipment

Course content:
This course follows the guidelines as laid down in IMO Model Course 1.27.
The modules are:
Principal Types of Electronic Charts
Legal Aspects
Basic Navigational Functions and Settings
Display and Function of Other Navigational Equipment
ECDIS Data
Presentation of ECDIS Data
Specific Functions for Route Planning
Specific Functions of Route Monitoring
Status Indicators and Alarms
Sensors
Errors of Displayed Data
Errors of Interpretation
Risk of Over Reliance on ECDIS
Documentation and Voyage Recording
Updating Electronic Charts
Integrity Monitoring
Back Up Systems

Qualifications achieved:
On successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a certificate approved by the MCA.