About Course:
This course covers the training recommendations in annex 3 to the IMO Assembly resolution A. 703 (17) - Recommendation on Training of Radio Operators related to the General Operator’s Certificate (GOC).
Course Type:
Simulator Course
Course Objectives:
At the end of the course, trainee should be able to:
• Efficiently operate the GMDSS equipment required to be fitted in areas A1.A2.A3 and A4.
• Have primary responsibility to radio communications during distress-, urgency-, safety and routine
incidents.
• Given the number of severe problems being experienced in the GMDSS as a result of the large amount
of false Distress alerts that sometimes occur, training will also be provided in techniques to avoid the
unintentional transmission of false Distress alerts and the procedures to use in order to mitigate the
effects of false Distress alerts following unintentional transmission.
Course Information:
• Statutory framework of the Maritime Mobile Service
• Identification of radio stations
• Service publications
• Technical
• GMDSS components
• Systems used on board
• Search and Rescue (SAR) operation
• Role and method of use of ship reporting systems
• Miscellaneous skills and operational procedures for general communications
• Examination (Theoretical & Practical)
Course Assessment Method:
• Written exam.
• Practical exam.
Delivery Method:
The course training will be a blend of:
• Classroom lectures.
• Simulator Training.
Duration:
14 Days
Course Date:
07 April 2025
Prerequisites:
Every candidate for certification shall not be less than 18 years of age, and have completed an approved
education and training and shall meet the standard of competence specified in section A-IV/2 of the STCW
Code.