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Mate to Master - ECDIS



Length
5 Days
Approval
USCG/STCW/Transas Marine
Location
MITAGS/PMI
Training Method         
Lecture/Demo
Simulation
Blind Bridge and Desk Top
Equipment
Transas Navi-Sailor 3000

 Mate to Master - ECDIS Image
 
 

    Electronic Chart Display and Information System

 
Course Description:                                 
This 35-hour course is designed to enhance the safety of navigation by providing the knowledge and skills necessary to fully utilize the features of ECDIS.  The requirements of the course meet the ECDIS training requirements of Table A-II/2 of the STCW Code.  This course (in combination with VPEN) satisfies the Advanced Navigation Requirements of STCW for Chief Mates and Masters on vessels over 3000 ITC.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Course Subjects:                                 
  • Use, Installation and Correction of Electronic Charts
 
  • Validity of Sensor Data (including radar overlay)
 
  • Potential Errors of Interpretation
 
  • Selecting Operation Settings and Alarms for Route Monitoring
 
  • Navigational Calculations
 
  • Route Planning and Scheduling
 
  • Accessing Ship's Log and Data Playback Functions
 
  • ARPA, AIS and Trial Maneuver Functions
 
 
 
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MITAGS/PMI are the primary training facilities of the International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots (IOMM&P)