This course is designed to provide training in the basic theory and use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) for those who will be in charge of a navigational watch on vessels equipped with ECDIS. You will gain the knowledge and skills required for a safe navigational watch including; the characteristics of ECDIS data and display, setting up and maintaining an ECDIS display, planning and monitoring a route, using basic navigational functions and equipment in a real-time navigational environment and activating updates. The training is delivered with a functional approach to ensure all safety-relevant aspects and potential problems are covered.
Entry requirements
The minimum expected entry requirements are: minimum six months bridge watchkeeping testimonials oorstudent is a candidate on an MNTB/MCA approved training programme leading to a first Certificate of Competency (CoC). All students must have knowledge and understanding on passage planning and Electronic Navigational Equipment which includes Radar, ARPA, GNSS, Echo Sounder etc.
