Z-Drive/ASD Tug Training

Length3 Days
Pre-requisiteMate or Master of Towing Vessels

Course Description

This course is primarily for experienced workboat officers that have little or no experience with ASD Z-Drives. This course combines lecture, simulation, and a comprehensive Z-Drive Workbook over a two-day period.

Course Subjects:

Principles of Z-Drive Tug Design
Z-Drive Mechanical Systems
Principles of Z-Drive Tug Maneuvering
Fundamentals of Light Tug Handling
Communications
Troubleshooting
Fundamental Barge Maneuvers
Light tugs Maneuvers - with or without current
Z-Drive Competency Evaluation

This course may be customized to incorporate company policies and procedures and / or combined with other training. It may also be taught offsite. For more information on how MITAGS can develop a “turn-key” training solutions for your organization, please call 1-866-656-5569 or e-mail Admissions@mitags.org.

Suggested Courses/Skills- None.

What You Will Learn

Theory and use of tractor tugs in the escort mode
Theory, use, and operation of Kamewa joystick steering

Available Dates - BALTIMORE

No available course sessions at this time. Please check back at a later date.

Available Dates - SEATTLE