Transas Marine has launched its ECDIS Computer Based
Training course certified by Germanischer Lloyd. With
ECDIS becoming a significant part of maritime navigation, it is
vital that your crew has appropriate knowledge in the use of
navigational equipment and charts. Transas ECDIS CBT is based on
IMO Model Course 1.27 considering the requirements for ECDIS
training in accordance with the Manila Amendments of STCW. The
course provides knowledge and skills necessary to utilize
all-important ECDIS features. Completing the course gives an
understanding of both the benefits and limitations of ECDIS,
together with an understanding of how it can be used for
navigation, route planning and monitoring, display of navigation
data, performing updates etc.
Transas ECDIS CBT consists of 17 chapters and tests split by
themes: ECDIS Theory, Basic functions of ECDIS, Operational Use of
ECDIS, Errors and Malfunctions in ECDIS.
The combination of theoretical and practice parts enables
trainees to gain necessary knowledge about the system they operate.
A trainee receives a certificate proving the successful completion
of the CBT in order to prove equipment specific familiarisation.
With this certificate the trainee may join a time reduced (2-days)
course in a Transas approved training centre to gain a full GL
certified IMO Model Course 1.27 certificate in accordance with the
Manila Amendments of STCW.
Transas ECDIS CBT is supplied together with free ECDIS Demo
software developed to demonstrate the main ECDIS functionality and
for training purposes. It includes simulation of navigational data
(own ship and target motion, radar pictures and ENCs) and pre-set
scenarios that display full-scale navigation situation.
The course is available in English on DVD or online via Transas
partner ShipGaz
Training (Sweden). The course is designed for shipboard
personnel who need to gain or refresh their knowledge on ECDIS
operation and route planning. The course can be undertaken on-board
a vessel or ashore and is for individual self-study.
Related links: ShipGAz
Training
(Source: Transas)
