NEW Blended Learning Courses

In this blended (Online and on campus) course, trainees will gain the knowledge, understanding and proficiency to work safely and efficiently aboard today’s merchant vessels as a mariner with an AB Unlimited, AB Limited or AB Special license. Marlinspike seamanship proficiency is demonstrated by actually tying various knots, bends, hitches and splices.

The online portion of this course will consist of four days (28 hours) then students will complete  two days (14 hours) on campus with review, questions, practical assessments, and examinations.

This blended (Online and on campus) course satisfies the STCW competencies for Meteorology as defined in Table A-II/2 and as outlined in the U. S. Coast Guard’s NVIC 10-14. The course meets the meteorological training and learning objectives to Plan and Conduct a Passage and Determine Position, and the assessment requirements for Chief Mate and Master licenses applicable to vessels greater than 3000 gross tons. The course satisfies the following Tasks of NVIC 10-14 (Ch 2) & NVIC 11-14 (Ch 2 : 7.1.A, 7.2.A, 7.3.A, 7.4.A, 7.4.B, and 7.4.C. The course provides the training required for an attendee to demonstrate the knowledge and skill in weather forecasting, including tropical weather systems, wave motion theory, weather interaction with vessel dynamics, major weather phenomena, tide and current predictions, and the use of facsimile and computer programs for minimizing the destructive effects of weather on ship operations.

The online portion of this class will consist of four days (28 hours) then students will complete their final day (7 hours) with review and examinations.

Prerequisite: This is a Chief Mate/Master course. Basic marine weather knowledge equivalent to that taught in a U. S. Coast Guard certified basic marine weather course must be documented.

In this blended (Online and on campus) course is designed to train seafarers in minimizing risk, maintaining state of readiness, and extinguishing shipboard fires. It combines both classroom and practical fire-field exercises in full turnout gear with live burns. This course is also part of the Basic Safety Training course. This module is one of the four elements (fire-fighting, personal survival, personal and social responsibility) necessary for STCW 2010 Basic Training (BT). BT is required for all mariners with safety or emergency duties sailing on vessels 200 GRT tons or greater on near coastal or ocean voyages.

The online portion of this course will consist of one day (8 hours) of interactive lecture, discussion. Students will complete the final 8 hours on campus completing practicals, review, and exam.

This course satisfies the following STCW 2010 and CFR training requirements:

• Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting per STCW Code Section A-VI/1; Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting per 46 CFR 11.302(a)(2) and 46 CFR 12.602(a)(2); Basic Fire Fighting per 46 CFR 11.201(h)(2) [Basic only] and 46 CFR 11.201(h)(3); AND The firefighting requirements for a national tankerman endorsement in 46 CFR 13.201(c)(3), 13.301(c)(3); 13.401(d); and 13.501(c)(3).
• NVIC 08-14 Tasks: 2.1.A, 2.2.A, 2.3.A, 2.4.A, 2.5.A, 2.5.B, 2.5.C, 2.6.A, 2.7.A, 2.8.A, 2.8.B, 2.8.C, 2.9.A, 2.9.B, 3.1.A, 3.2.A, 3.2.B, 3.3.A, 3.4.A, 3.4.B, 3.5.A, 3.6.A, 3.7.A, 3.8.A, 3.8.B, 3.8.C, and 3.8.D.
• NVIC 12-14 Task 19.2.A
• 46 CFR 12.602(a)(2)
• 46 CFR 11.201(h)(2)[Basic Only]
• 46 CFR 11.201(h)(3)
• 46 CFR 13.201(c)(3), 13.301(c)(3), 13.401(d), or 13.501(c)(3) for any tankerman endorsement

Prerequisites- There are no entry requirements other than general good health and the physical ability to safely carry out rigorous activities during “live” fire fighting exercises. Fire-field safety rules require all students to be clean shaven in order to ensure a proper seal with the self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Each student will be required to complete a screening questionnaire prior to training.

Suggested Courses/Skills- None.

This blended (Online and on  campus) course is designed to provide professional mariners with basic maritime personal survival techniques, personal social and safety responsibilities, first aid, and fire prevention and firefighting skills, which fulfills the 2010 Amendments to STCW Code, as amended.

The student who successfully completes this course will understand the use of firefighting equipment, SCBA, survival craft and other equipment normally carried aboard U.S. commercial vessels. They will also know how to react properly during maritime emergency situations and take appropriate measures to enhance his/her own survival, that of shipmates, and their vessel.

The online portion of this course will consist of two days (14 hours) of lecture on Basic Firefighting, Personal Survival Techniques, and Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities. Students will complete the final three days (21 hours) completing First Aid & CPR lecture and exams, Firefighting practicals & exam, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities’ exam, and Personal Survival Techniques practicals & exam.

This course satisfies the following STCW 2010 and CFR training requirements:

• 46 CFR 11.302(a)(3),46 CFR 12.602(a)(3), 46 CFR 11.201(i)(1), 46 CFR 11.302(a)(2), 46 CFR 12.602(a)(2), 46 CFR 11.201(h)(2) [Basic only] 46 CFR 11.201(h)(3), 46 CFR 13.201(c)(3), 46 CFR 13.301(c)(3), 46 CFR 13.401(d), 46 CFR 13.501(c)(3), 46 CFR 11.302(a)(4), 46 CFR 12.602(a)(4), 46 CFR 11.302(a)(1), 46 CFR 12.602(a)(1)

• 46 CFR 11.205 (l) (4) Formerly 10.205(i)(4)

• 46 CFR 11.202 (b) (1) .Formerly 10.202(b)(1)

• 46 CFR 11.202(b)(2) Formerly 10.202 (b)(2)

• 46 CFR 11.202(b)(3) Formerly 10.202 (b)(3)

• 46 CFR 11.205(d) Formerly 10.205 (d)

• 46 CFR 11.205(e)(l)(ii) Formerly 10.205 (e)(i)(ii)

• 46 CFR 11.205(e)(2)(iii) Formerly 10.205 (e)(2)(iii)

• 46 CFR 11.401(g)(1) Formerly 10.401 (g)(1)

• 46 CFR 13.201(e)

• 46 CFR 13.301(e)

• 46 CFR 13.401(e)

• 46 CFR 13.501(e)

Please note for the PST section (On Campus):  If the participant is unable to swim, tread water, or has a fear of water they will be dis-enrolled from the course until such time the participant can provide evidence of successfully completing swimming lessons.  MITAGS will accept the equivalent of the YMCA's adult beginner (level 1).  If the participant indicates at the beginning of or prior to the start of the BT-PST portion that they are unable to swim, tread water, or has a fear of water they will be refunded the price of the BT-PST portion.  Note: NO refund will be provided if the participant does not indicate to the staff prior to the pool session.

Prerequisites- Ability to tread water for 1-minute without assistance

Suggested Courses/Skills- See NVIC 08-14.

This blended (Online and on campus) course is designed to provide the student with a refresher of basic maritime personal survival techniques. It also reviews personal social and safety responsibilities, first aid, and fire prevention and firefighting skills, which fulfills the 2010 Amendments to the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) Code, as amended.

This STCW refresher course is for mariners who do not have one year of sea time within the last five years.

The online portion of this course will consist of one day (8 hours) of lecture on Basic Firefighting and Personal Survival Techniques, and Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities. Students will complete  two days (16 hours) on campus completing First Aid & CPR lecture, discussion, demonstration and exams, Firefighting practicals & exam, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities’ exam, and Personal Survival Techniques practicals & exam.

In this blended (Online and on campus) course, provides students with a refresher of basic maritime personal survival and fire prevention/firefighting skills, which fulfills the 2010 Amendments to the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) Code, as amended, training requirements as listed in CG-CVC Policy Letter No. 12-07.

If you complete this STCW revalidation course, you will satisfy the minimum standard of competence in personal survival techniques and fire prevention and firefighting of Table A-VI/1-1 and Table A-VI/1-2 of the STCW Code, as amended. You must, however, have been previously certified per Section VI/1 of the STCW Code, as amended, and present evidence of one year of service within the past five years to the United States Coast Guard (USCG).

The online portion of this course will consist of one day (8 hours) of lecture on Basic Firefighting and Personal Survival Techniques. Students will complete the final day (8 hours) on campus completing Firefighting practicals & exam and Personal Survival Techniques practicals & exam.

BT Revalidation Class Requirements:

As well as providing proof of your service as a mariner, you must also meet the following requirements to take part in BT revalidation classes:

• General good health
• Physical ability to safely carry out rigorous activities during “live” firefighting exercises
• Clean-shaven appearance to comply with fire-field safety rules

Each attendee will be required to complete a screening questionnaire before beginning the STCW basic training revalidation course.

This course has been accepted by the American Pilots Association and is required by all pilot groups. This 2-day course provides the principles and practices of Bridge Resource Management. Topics covered include an overview of Bridge Resource Management, Situational Awareness, Communications, and Risk Management. While the course is directed primarily to BRM from a pilot’s perspective, pilot’s must interact with masters and watch officers who work under regulations and guidance developed by international bodies, national administrations and company policies. Pilot’s should be made aware of the demands placed on bridge personnel by reviewing BRM requirements for ships in international trade, while also understanding that best local practices may differ from such generalized guidance addressed to masters and watchofficers.

This course satisfies the following STCW and CFR training requirements

• 33 CFR 157.415 and §Part 164

Prerequisites- APA membership and either Qualification as or Applicant to a maritime ships pilot association

Suggested Courses/Skills- None.

This blended (Online and on  campus) course prepares the student for undertaking deck watch duties while loading and discharging cargo in port and care of cargo in transit. The goal of this 35-hour training course, “Cargo Handling & Stowage”, is to provide trainees with knowledge, understanding and proficiency in monitoring the loading, stowage, securing and unloading of cargoes. It includes procedures for safe entry into confined spaces and handling dangerous goods but does not include specialized cargo operations. (E.g. LNG/LPG or chemical tanker operations).

The online portion of this course will consist of four days (28 hours) then the final day (7 hours) on campus  with review and examinations.

This course is designed to satisfy the following STCW and CFR training requirements:

• Cargo Handling training requirements for certification as OICNW on vessels of 500 or more gross tonnage (ITC)
• NVIC 12-14 Tasks:10.1.A; 10.2.A; 10.3.A; 11.1.A; 11.2.A; 11.4.A; 11.5.A; 11.6.A; and 11.7.A
• 46 CFR 11.309(a)(4)(x)

Prerequisites- Ship Construction & Stability (MITPMI-449).

Suggested Courses/Skills- See NVIC 12-14 & 13-14.

This one-day online seminar will assist attendees in understanding how medications, sleep patterns / disorders decrease situational awareness. Basic information on the sleep and fatigue will be discussed. Participants will review the effects of prescription and over-the-counter medications on piloting performance and fatigue. Additionally, positive and negative utilization of caffeine / energy drinks as a stimulant will be discussed.

This blended (Online and on campus) course  will cover all pertinent areas of senior leadership concepts, techniques and skills as currently reflected in academic writings and as collected from "real life" experiences of individuals who have been in positions of leadership.  Course instructors have been or are responsible for the success of the ships and/or maritime organizations and the individuals who work to support those organizations.  Additionally, the course provides communication, interpersonal conduct, and meeting/group interaction techniques and skills that assist and augment the attendee's efforts to be a successful, safe, and effective leader.

The online portion of this course will be 4-days (28 hours) of lecture, discussion, and exercises led and moderated by a National Maritime Center approved instructor. Upon reopening of campuses, students will spend the remaining 1- day (7 hours) completing in class review, questions, and examinations.

This course satisfies the following:

• STCW 2010 Leadership and Teamworking Skills within 46 CFR 11.309; 46 CFR 11.319; 46 CFR 11.321, 46 CFR 11.329.
• Leadership and Managerial Skills within:
  • NVIC 12-14 (Ch 3) Tasks: 17.1.A, 18.1.A – 18.5.A.
  • NVIC 10-14 (Ch 2) & NVIC11-14 (Ch 2) Tasks: 18.1.A – 18.2.A, of 11-14: 18.1.A – 18.3.A
  • NVIC 15-14 Tasks: 7.1.D, 11.1.A, 14.1.A
  • NVIC 16-14 Task: 14.1.A

Prerequisites- None

Suggested Courses/Skills- See NVIC 10-14 (Ch 2), 11-14 (Ch 2), 12-14 (Ch 3) & 13-14.

This 1-day online refresher workshop  will provide Designated Persons Ashore (DPA) with tools they can use during this changing time to help manage their company’s risk. Through a holistic and systematic approach, we will review key functions/processes, like: roles, responsibilities, and authority; management of change; risk management; effective action; documents and recordkeeping; and, employee morale and engagement. This course is part of the QSE Solutions Continual Improvement Workshop Series™. This facilitated workshop is limited to 10 participants.

Date & Time:

May 26, 2020 07:00 AM in Pacific Time (US and Canada)

This 2-day online facilitated workshop covers sound leadership principles with interwoven case studies, robust discussions, and practical examples of proven business applications to achieve zero incidents and operational excellence. Some of the topics covered include socio-technical approach, organizational dynamics/development, interpersonal communication, collaboration, critical thinking, employee engagement, and evidence-based decision making. This course is part of the QSE Solutions Continual Improvement Workshop Series™. This workshop is limited to 10 participants.

Date & Time:

May 19, 2020 07:00 AM
May 20, 2020 07:00 AM

Time shows in Pacific Time (US and Canada)

This blended (Online and on campus) course is designed to train all seafarers in complying with emergency procedures, preventing pollution of the marine environment, observing safe work practices, fostering clear and effective communications aboard the ship, and maintaining good working relationships. This course is also part of the Basic Safety Training course. This module is one of the four elements (first aid and CPR, fire-fighting, personal survival, personal and social responsibility) necessary for STCW 2010 Basic Training (BT).  BT is required for all mariners with safety or emergency duties sailing on vessels 200 GRT tons or greater on near coastal or ocean voyages.

The online portion of this course will consist of one day (6 hours) and students will complete the remainder of the course on campus completing  review and exam.

This course satisfies the following STCW 2010 and CFR training requirements:

• Section A-VI/1 and Table A-VI/1-4 of the STCW Code, as amended 2010
• 46 CFR 11.302(a)(4) and 12.602(a)(4)
• The following Tasks from NVIC 08-14: 5.1.A, 5.2.A, 5.2.B, 5.3.A, 5.3.B, 5.4.A, 5.5.A, 5.6.A, 5.6.B, 5.6.C, 6.1.A, 6.2.A, 6.2.B, 7.1.A, 7.1.B, 7.2.A, 7.2.B, 7.3.A, 7.4.A, 7.5.A, 7.5.B, 8.1.A, 8.1.B, 8.2.A, 8.3.A, 8.3.B, and 9.1.A;
• The following Task from NVIC 12-14: 19.4.A

This blended (Online and on campus) course is designed to provide mariners with basic maritime personal survival techniques. The attendee, who successfully completes this course will understand the use of survival craft, will know how to react properly during maritime emergencies, and will know what measures to take to enhance his/her personal survival and that of his/her shipmates. This course is also part of the Basic Training course. This module is one of the four elements (first aid and CPR, fire-fighting, personal survival, personal and social responsibility) necessary for STCW 2010 Basic Training (BT).  BT is required for all mariners with safety or emergency duties sailing on vessels 200 GRT tons or greater on near coastal or ocean voyages.

The online portion of this course will consist of one day (7 hours) then students will complete the final 7 hours on campus completing practicals, review, and exam.

This course satisfies the following STCW 2010 and CFR training requirements:

• STCW 2010 Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-1.
• 46 CFR 11.302 (a)(1) and 46 CFR 12.602(a)(1).
• NVIC 08-14 Tasks: 1.1.A, 1.2.A, 1.3.A, 1.3.B, 1.3.C, 1.4.A, 1.5.A, 1.6.A, 1.7.A, 1.8.A, 1.9.A, 1.10.A, 1.11.A, 1.12.A, 1.12.B, 1.13.A, 1.14.A, 1.14.B, 1.14.C, 1.14.D, 1.14.E, 1.14.F, 1.14.G, 1.14.H, 1.14.I, 1.14.J, 1.14.K, 1.14.L, 1.14.M, and 1.14.N.
• NVIC 12-14 Task 19.1.A.

Prerequisites- There are no entry requirements other than general good health, however all students must be in good physical condition and capable of moderate swimming exertion (Ability to tread Water for 1-minute without assisstance).

If the participant is unable to swim, tread water, or has a fear of water they will be dis-enrolled from the course until such time the participant can provide evidence of successfully completing swimming lessons.  MITAGS will accept the equivalent of the YMCA's adult beginner (level 1).  If the participant indicates at the beginning of or prior to the start of the BT-PST portion that they are unable to swim, tread water, or has a fear of water they will be refunded the price of the BT-PST portion.  Note: NO refund will be provided if the participant does not indicate to the staff prior to the pool session.

Suggested Courses/Skill- See NVIC 08-14.

In this blended (Online and on campus) course, trainees will become proficient in Terrestrial and Coastal Navigation as well as the use and correction of magnetic and gyro compasses. This course is a prerequisite to basic watchkeeping and acts as a great refresher for anyone interested in tuning their coastal navigation skills. This course satisfies the following Tasks of NVIC 12-14 (Ch 3): 1.2.A, 1.2.B, 1.2.C, 1.3.A, 1.3.B, 1.3.C, 1.6.A, 1.6.B, 1.6.C, 1.6.D, 1.7.A, 1.7.B, 1.7.C, 1.7.D, 1.7.E, and 1.7.F.

The online portion of this course will be seven days (49 hours) then students will complete 10 days (70 Hours) on campus  completing in class instruction, exercises, practical, and examinations.

Prerequisites- Basic Math Pre-Test: https://themaritimeacademy.com/

Suggested Courses/Skills- See NVIC 12-14 (Ch 3)

This course presents a systemic approach to implementing and managing effective information security in contemporary highly networked Maritime system. Students will learn about the security challenges faced by individuals and organizations in the information age and introduces the complex and dynamic state of information assurance in cyberspace. It is intended to sensitize Maritime stakeholders to the pitfalls and dangers of doing business in a cyber-ecosystem, and to familiarize the student with various organizations and materials that can be turned to for assistance in understanding how to operate and use modern Maritime systems and networks securely with the maritime community and system vendors to the community. Shipboard and shoreside technology and management issues related to managing the elements of Cybersecurity will be addressed.

The course will run 1200 EDT to 1600 EDT.

An advance option for a project/ exercise will also be offered when onsite instruction is available.

These courses are also approved for Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) continuing education credits. GIAC grants approval for continuing education for certification maintenance. Attendance will count for one Continuing Professional Experience (CPE) per hour. There may be some limitations as to how many CPEs that may be counted towards for one course. Anyone interested, should check with GIAC for details at: https://www.giac.org/certifications/renewal
This course is not Eligible for the MATES Program.