1049 – ECDIS System & Electronic chart types

Category: COMMON

Code: 1049

Who should attend: Deck Officers – Management and Operational Level

Objectives and benefits: Navigational Safety is a priority. The aim of this course is to provide learners with the required information in order to introduce them to the normal configurations of ECDIS and the various chart types.

Highlights:

• Understand the basic information you should be aware of when navigating with ECDIS.
•  Outline the basic characteristics and advantages of ECDIS.
•  Understand the requirements for installing and operating ECDIS.
•  Comprehend how to use the safety functions of ECDIS, how to update and protect ECDIS charts and how to record and back up ECDIS operations.

Legislation & References:

• SOLAS Chapter V
• STCW as amended
• IMO model course 1.27 and Resolutions

Duration: 5h