Curriculum for the Degree Programme in Maritime Management 162 + 108 credits ECTS

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Novia University of Applied Sciences Aboa Mare School of Maritime Studies

Curriculum

for the Degree Programme in Maritime Management 162 + 108 credits ECTS

Date: 21/05/2014

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i Curriculum for the Master Mariner (Sea Captain) Degree 162 + 108 credits ECTS.

According to the Finnish Board of Education’s decision on the Degree Programmes at the Novia University of Applied Sciences, the Degree Programme in Maritime Management comprises 270 credits ECTS (hereafter referred to as "credit") which include 108 credits of onboard training.

The name of the degree is Master Mariner.

The Degree Programme in Maritime Management shall in regard to the Master Mariner degree meet the requirements set in the STCW Convention 1978 (International Conven- tion on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers). The convention was modified in 2010 (the Manilla Amendments) and came into force on

01.07.2013. The training shall also comply with the Commission’s directive 94/58/EG on the minimum requirements for the education and training of seafarers.

The Degree Programme in Maritime Management is officially audited in accordance with the STCW year 2012, and is authorized to train Master Mariners. The Degree Programme in Maritime Management has a quality system which meets the STCW requirements.

After completing their studies, the students are qualified to work as officers on both Finn- ish and foreign merchant vessels in worldwide international traffic or in leading positions in the land-based fields of shipping.

The aim is that the student completes the theoretical studies and the onboard training which leads to the Watchkeeping Rating’s Competency during the first year of studies.

The Watchkeeping Officer competency is acquired after approximately 3 years of studies and the Master Mariner Degree after 4.5 years of studies.

The curriculum for the Master Mariner degree 162 + 108 credits follows the requirements set in the STCW-95 Convention.

The curriculum is in accordance with the STCW Convention structured into the following levels:

 Support Level

 Operational Level

 Management Level

In addition to the STCW-modules, common core studies and optional studies are also included in the curriculum.

The curriculum for Master Mariner 162+108 credits consists of extensive study modules.

The modules form the basic units for the contents and structure of the studies. The scope of the study modules is expressed in credits.

According to the ECTS definition, a study year consists of 60 credits and requires an ap- proximate study effort consisting of 1,600 hours from the student. The study year comprises 40 calendar weeks. A working week requires approximately 40 hours of work from

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the student, and it can consist of both classroom teaching, independent studies and project-based learning.

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

The teaching in sustainable development must be demonstrable in the curricula. This is made apparent by using the ant symbol at the beginning of each part module and course description.

In this curriculum, subjects such as navigation, manoeuvring, etc. are considered to be associated with sustainable development because their objectives include the avoiding of environment consequences of grounding and collisions.

ATTENDANCE OBLIGATION

The following rules are applied regarding attendance and non-attendance:

6.11.1 Non-attendance (translation of an excerpt from the Quality Manu- al)

The STCW-subjects have obligatory attendance. Absence from working teams, exercises and simulator training means that the non-attendance must be compensated for, i.e. the student must attend the parts he/she has missed. The student shall compensate for the non-attendance from the theoretical parts of the part modules which are evaluated on the basis of a written exam by corresponding work for the specialist teacher.

In the curriculum the STCW-subjects have been divided into practical and theoretical modules, which are marked with the colour-code RED for the practical and BLUE for the theoretical modules.

STCW practical courses (RED)

Mandatory attendance is required in a red course to its whole or to a part. The extent of mandatory attendance is stated in the timetable.

As to the absence from a red course, the student shall retake the whole course or applicable part of it, in order to get the permission to take the examination for the course in question, or otherwise compensate his/her absence, as agreed upon with the specialist teacher.

STCW theoretical courses (BLUE)

As to the absence from a blue course, the student shall according to the quality system compensate for his/her non-attendance by demonstrating corresponding skills and knowledge pertaining to the course (e.g. by written assignments).

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iii Non-attendance is recorded on the registration form for the course enrolment

which is monitored in connection with the part course evaluations.

Other subjects which in the curriculum have the colour-code RED or BLUE have the same status as a STCW-subject with the corresponding notation.

STCW-subjects (and corresponding subjects with the equivalent status) are subjects which have a reference to the STCW Convention in the curriculum. The references refer to the STCW edition from 2010, including the Manila Amendment

Subjects which in the curriculum have the colour-code BLACK require that the require- ments set in the examination of the subject in question, must be completed before the course can be considered to be passed.

THE OBJECTIVE OF THE EDUCATION

The objective of the education is to train competent and versatile captains for the national, European and international traffic. The main tasks of a captain include being responsible for and manoeuvring a vessel, and transporting cargo in such a way which is safe for both people and the environment. The education also offers bases for functioning in leading positions in land-based organizations within the maritime field.

The training fulfils the requirements set in the international Convention on the Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW Convention).

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CURRICULUM CONTENTS

FOUNDATION STUDIES 39 credits

Common Core Studies 39 credits

PROFESSIONAL STUDIES 103 credits

Support Level 17,5 credits

Operational Level 51 credits

Management Level 34,5 credits

ELECTIVE STUDIES 5 credits

ONBOARD TRAINING 108 credits

DEGREE THESIS 15 credits

IN ALL 270 credits

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LIST OF CONTENTS

SUPPORT LEVEL ... 1

NAVIGATION FUNCTION 1 ... 1

Onboard Community and Watchkeeping Duties ... 2

Terrestrial Navigation and Collision Regulations ... 4

English 1 ... 5

Ships Machinery ... 6

CARGO FUNCTION 2 ... 7

Ship Types and Cargo Handling... 8

Tanker Familiarization Course ... 9

OPERATION FUNCTION 3 ... 10

Ship Maintenance and Seamanship 3, deckmachinery ... 11

Watchkeeping Duties, Engine ... 12

Ship Maintenance and Seamanship 1, workshop ... 13

Ship Maintenance and Seamanship 2, corrosion ... 14

Metal works ... 15

Law and legislation 1 ... 17

Occupational Safety ... 19

Basic Safety ... 20

Basic Fire Fighting ... 21

Medical Care 1, First Aid ... 22

Lifeboatman ... 23

ONBOARD TRAINING SUL ... 24

OPERATIONAL LEVEL ... 27

Terrestrial Navigation A ... 28

Terrestrial Navigation B ... 30

Terrestrial Navigation C ... 32

Terrestrial Navigation D ... 33

Route planning 1... 35

Meteorology and Oceanography ... 36

Tidal Calculations ... 37

Navigational Aids; Radar ... 38

Navigational Aids; GNSS, compasses and steering ... 39

Navigational Aids; ECDIS... 41

Celestial Navigation 1 ... 42

Watchkeeping Duties 1: Collision Regulations ... 45

Watchkeeping Duties 1 B: Bridge routines... 47

Radar Plotting 1: Manual plotting ... 49

Radar Plotting 2: ARPA ... 51

Manoeuvring 1 ... 53

MRM ... 54

Radio Communication GOC ... 55

Cargo Handling 1 ... 57

Advanced Tanker Safety ... 60

ISM + Conventions ... 62

Environmental Protection... 63

SSO (Ship Security Officer) ... 64

Stability 1 ... 65

Stability 2 ... 66

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Ship Theory 1 ... 67

Safety for Officers ... 69

Advanced Fire Fighting ... 70

Law and Legislation 2 ... 71

Occupational Safety ... 72

Watchkeeping Duties 2: Bridge routines, simulator ... 73

Medical Care 2 ... 75

ONBOARD TRAINING ... 77

MANAGEMENT LEVEL ... 80

Metheorology 2 ... 81

Search and Rescue (SAR) ... 82

Navigational Aids: Compasses ... 83

Navigational Aids: INS ... 85

Watchkeeping Duties 3 ... 86

Route Planning 2 ... 88

Manoeuvring 2 ... 90

Mechanical Engineering... 92

Damage Control ... 101

Ship Theory 2 ... 103

Law and Legislation 3 ... 104

Maritime Economics ... 106

International legislative requirements and Environmental Management Systems ... 107

Safety Management ... 108

Medical Care 3 ... 110

COMMON STUDIES ... 112

NATURAL SCIENCE 21 CR ... 112

Mathematics 1 ... 113

IT Studies 1 ... 115

Physics 1 ... 116

Physics 4 ... 117

Physics 2 ... 119

Physics 3 ... 120

Mathematics 3/4 ... 121

Maritime Chemistry ... 122

LANGUAGES 10 CR ... 125

Professional English 3 ... 126

Professional Swedish ... 127

Professional English 1 ... 129

English ML E1 ... 130

English ML E2 ... 131

GENERAL STUDIES 9 CR ... 132

Swedish 1 ... 133

Basic Finnish 1 ... 134

Sustainable development ... 135

Research methodology ... 136

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Support Level

Navigation Function 1

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Support Level Onboard Com- munity

STCW-Code:Table A-II/4 STCW-Code:Table B-VI/6

Course description

Code MM14S101 Attendance obligation Red

Course Onboard Community and Watchkeeping Duties

Prerequisites No prerequisites Competences The student

 Is familiarised with the vessel as a social environment and work place

 knows the onboard community and how it functions

 knows the watchkeeping arrangements onboard vessels at sea and in port

 knows how to keep a navigational watch according to the principles of good seamanship

 knows how to steer the vessel and how to follow helm orders also when given in the English language

 knows how to steer using magnetic and gyro-compasses

 understands helm orders

 knows how to change-over from automatic pilot to hand steering and vice versa

 knows the decisions on manning of ships, certification of seafarers and watchkeeping onboard

 gains a thorough knowledge of different communication systems onboard

 gains a thorough knowledge of alarm systems onboard and one's personal duties in connection with these

 is able to understand orders and to use seafaring terminology and definitions with the officer of the watch, and to handover watch according to the watchkeeping routines, and knows the responsibilities of a look-out

 is familiar with the preparations before arrival, taking a pilot onboard, anchoring operations and mooring

 is familiar with the basic principles of the protection of the marine environment

 Familiarisation and security awareness

Scope 1,5 credits

Contents  organization onboard a vessel

 watchkeeping routines

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 compasses

 automatic pilot

 helm orders

 exercises in steering the vessel

 courses and bearings

 manoeuvring signals

 using the vessel’s internal communication systems

 terminology and information in connection with watchkeeping duties

 regulations in connection with watchkeeping as applicable

 environmental protection in connection with watchkeeping duties

 Adequate security training for seafarers Method of in-

struction

Lectures and exercises in the classroom and/or project-based learning.

Practical exercises onboard a vessel and in the workshop; simulator exercises also possible.

Evaluation STCW-Code:Table A-II/4 Column 4:

 A steady course is steered within acceptable limits having regard to the area of navigation and the prevailing sea state. Al- terations of course are smooth and controlled.

 Communications are clear and concise at all times and orders are acknowledged in a seamanlike manner.

 Sound signals, lights and other objects are promptly detected and their appropriate bearing in degrees or points is reported to the officer of the watch.

 Communications are clear and concise and advice/clarification is sought from the officer of the watch when watch information or instructions are not clearly understood.

 Maintenance, handover and relief of the watch confirm with accepted practices and procedures

 is able to prepare for arrival and departure, duties in connection with anchoring, embarkation of pilot and mooring, taking into account the occupational safety.

 is familiar with and follows the garbage management plan of the ship.

Examination Written examination. Steering examination in a simulator or onboard a vessel. Possible assignments completed.

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Operational Lev- el

Terrestrial Navi- gation

STCW-Code:Table A-II/1

Course description

Code MM14S102 Attendance obligation

Red Course

Terrestrial Navigation and Collision Regulations

Prerequisites None Competences The student

 has the skills in navigation and seamanship required for the competency for functioning as a look-out on the bridge.

 knows how to use the International Code of Signals.

Scope 1,5 credit

Contents The student knows

 nautical charts, their characteristics and symbols.

 the buoyage system, coordinate system, conversion of courses and easier bearings in connection with chart work.

 the deviation and variation of a magnetic compass

 the International Code of Signals

 Visual Signalling Method of in-

struction

Lectures and exercises in the classroom and/or project-based learning. Practical exercises onboard a vessel can also be used as a method of instruction.

Evaluation The primary method of determining the ship’s position should be the most appropriate one in relation to the prevailing circumstances and conditions.

The position is determined within the limits of acceptable in- strument/system errors.

The reliability of the information obtained from the primary method of position fixing is checked at appropriate intervals.

Calculations and measurements of navigational information are accurate.

Examination Written examination or a practical test onboard a vessel. Pos- sible assignments completed.

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5 Support Level

Safety

Course description

Red

Course English 1

Prerequisites None

Competences The course introduces the student with Maritime English and its range of use.

The student knows the most important vocabulary in connection with radio communication in distress situations and in routine radio traffic.

Scope 1.0 credits

Contents Exercises in radio communication, the most important maritime vocabulary and reading of maritime-related texts.

Method of instruction

Exercises and lectures

Introduction to web-based studies.

Literature: Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP):

General, Glossary, Distress Communication

Articles (approximately 10 pages) in connection with the importance of communication in different situations at sea.

Evaluation A passed examination and a written assignment.

Examination Written examination.

Written assignment (an essay, about 150 words).

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Support Level Ship Machinery

STCW-Code:Table A-III/4

Course description

Code MM14S104

Attendance obligation

Blue

Course Ships Machinery

 knows the main parts of the diesel engine and its purpose.

 knows the different fields of application of diesel engines.

 knows the environmental effects of diesel engines.

 realises the importance of maintenance for safe navigation and minimised environmental consequences.

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Scope 1.0 credits

Contents  the most important parts of a diesel engine and their functioning mechanisms

 fuels

 lubricating oils

 cooling water

 starting air

 maintenance and overhaul of a diesel engine

 the effects of a diesel engine on the environment

 occupational safety Method of in-

struction

Classroom lectures and/or project-based learning. Exercises in the workshop or onboard a vessel; study excursions are also a possible method of instruction.

Evaluation A-III/4

 Knows various types of diesel engines and their functioning mechanisms.

 observes safety issues when working in an engine room.

Examination Written examination and possible assignments passed.

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Course description

Code MM14S201

Blue

Course Ship Types and Cargo Handling

 knows how to make the vessel ready for sea and duties in port in connection with loading and discharging, cargo handling and handling of hazardous cargoes.

 knows the structure of a merchant ship and the most common vessel terms.

 has thorough knowledge of the objectives of environmental protection and occupational welfare.

 knows the characteristics and functioning of mooring equipment and lifting devices and cargo securing methods.

Scope 1,5 credits

Contents  Different vessel types, their areas of usage

 Ship construction, the names of various vessel parts and their use

 Vessel equipment, main dimensions and form, load lines and markings for draught (draught-marks)

 Handling and securing of general cargoes

 Handling of dangerous goods according to the IMDG Code and the risks connected with hazardous cargoes

 Environmental protection and occupational welfare

 The vessel’s mooring equipment, lifting devices and cargo securing methods

 can perform duties of a watchman safely in connection with loading and discharging

Practical exercises in the workshop and onboard a vessel possible.

Evaluation STCW-Code:Table A-II/4 Column 4

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9 Support Level

Safety

STCW-Code:A-V/ 1-1-1 STCW-Code :B-V/1 Course description

Code MM14S202

Red

Course Tanker Familiarization Course

Prerequisites Vessel Types and Cargo Handling

Competences The aim of the Tanker Familiarization Course is that those who intend to start working on a tanker, others than officers or crew having responsibility for cargo transport or handling, will get ac- quainted with tanker cargoes, cargo handling equipment, cargo shipments and tanker operations.

After passing the course the student gets a certificate which entitles him/her to apply for an official certificate from the Finnish Mari- time Administration.

Scope 0,5 credits

Contents

 Regulations and application codes

 Tankers, types, construction, the names of the various parts and equipment

 Operations on a tanker

 Loading and discharging, sea transportation, purging, washing and cleaning of tanks, ballast and ballast passage

 The physical and chemical characteristics of oils, chemicals and gases

 Cargo characteristics

 Health hazards, poisonousness, risk of explosion and fire, and risks which are a threat to the marine environment

 Minimizing the risks and risk factors, risk of explosion and fire and poisonousness, and protection of the marine environment

 Safety appliances and equipment and personal protection

 Emergency measures

Classroom lectures.

Evaluation STCW-Code:A-V/ 1-1-1 Examination Written examination.

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Operation Function 3

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11 Support Level

Onboard Com- munity

STCW-Code:Table A-VI/1-4

Course description

Code MM14S301

Blue

Course Ship Maintenance and Seamanship 3, deckmachinery

 has thorough knowledge of deck machinery, its construction, usage and maintenance.

 knows the maintenance of cargo handling equipment and lifting devices.

 learns to observe safe occupational safety routines.

Scope 1.0 credits

Contents  Deck machinery, its characteristics and safe methods of application

 Maintenance of deck machinery

 Maintenance of cargo handling gear, ramps, hatches, lifts and lifting devices

 Lubricants

 Maintenance programme and planning

 Occupational safety and environmental protection onboard Method of in-

struction

Classroom lectures and/or project-based learning. Practical exercises in a workshop and onboard a vessel are also possible methods of instruction.

Evaluation  Maintaining expected professional norms and behaviour at all times

 The working methods used in maintenance and overhaul work as well as cleaning and washing meet the requirements set by good seamanship; tools are chosen correctly.

Examination Written examination. Possible assignments completed.

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STCW-Code:Table A-III/4

Course description

Code MM14S302

Red

Course Watchkeeping Duties, Engine

Prerequisites None

Competences The student must be familiar with the watchkeeping routines in accordance with the STCW Convention and understand their significance when it comes to good and safe seamanship and minimised environmental effects. Furthermore, the student must be able to understand and use the correct terms referring to the different parts of the engine room and its general organization.

Scope 1,0 credits

Contents STCW Code Section A-III/4 with reference to the duties of an engine-room watch

Classroom lectures and/or practical exercises onboard a vessel or in a simulator and/or project-based learning.

Evaluation A-III/4

Initial action on becoming aware of an emergency or abnormal situation conforms to established procedures and practices.

Communications are clear and concise at all times and orders are acknowledged in a seamanlike manner.

Communications are clear and concise and advice or clarification is sought from the officer of the watch when watch information or instructions are not clearly understood.

Maintenance, handover and relief of the watch confirm with accepted practices and procedures.

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13 Support Level

Seamanship

STCW-Code:Table A-II/4 STCW-Code:Table A-VI/1-4 Course description

Code MM14S303

Red

Course Ship Maintenance and Seamanship 1, workshop

 knows the basics in ship maintenance

 knows the handling, storing, overhauling and maintaining of ropes, hawsers and cables, and is aware of the breaking load of the ropes.

 is familiar with the securing of equipment and necessities.

 is familiar with the waste disposal management onboard.

 learns to observe safe occupational protection routines.

Scope 1.5 credits

Contents  Basics in ship maintenance

 Securing of equipment

 Mooring, mooring equipment

 The basic knots, the structure of ropes and hawsers, splic- ing, whipping and seizing, and the structure, handling and maintenance of a cable

 Occupational safety and environmental protection onboard

 Waste disposal management Method of in-

struction

Practical exercises in a workshop and lectures and/or project- based learning. Practical exercises onboard a vessel can also be used as a method of instruction.

 The working methods used in maintenance and overhaul work as well as cleaning and washing meet the requirements set by good seamanship; tools are chosen correctly

 The knots and splicings must fulfil the occupational safety requirements

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Support Level Seamanship

Code MM14S304

Blue

Course Ship Maintenance and Seamanship 2, corrosion

 has thorough knowledge of the objectives of ship maintenance and protection against corrosion.

 is familiar with the corrosion process and protection against corrosion.

 is familiar with the cleaning methods and agents.

 learns to observe safe occupational safety routines.

Scope 1 credit

Contents  Ship maintenance and protection against corrosion

 Cleaning and preparation of surfaces to be painted and painting works and colours

 Cleaning methods, cleaning agents and other chemicals - their characteristics and safe and environmentally sound methods of application.

 Occupational safety and environmental protection onboard Method of in-

struction

Classroom lectures and/or project-based learning.

Practical exercises in a workshop and onboard a vessel can also be used as methods of instruction.

 The working methods used in maintenance and overhaul work as well as cleaning and washing meet the requirements set by good seamanship; tools are chosen correctly.

Examination Written examination. Possible assignments handed in/completed.

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15 Support Level

Ship Machinery

Course description

Code MM14S305

Red

Course Metal works

 gets familiar with the most usual cutting and welding methods common onboard modern vessels.

 gets familiar with the safety measures to be taken when performing work with cutting and welding equipment.

 gets to know the most common tools used in metal work, their functioning and areas of use.

 is able to apply occupational safety instructions when using tools and machine-tools.

 knows how to perform minor overhaul and maintenance related tasks.

 is able to take environmental aspects into consideration in connection with welding and metal work.

Scope 1.0 credits

Contents  Gas cutting

 Welding using covered electrodes

 MIG/MAG welding

 Tools

 Measuring, marking, cutting, filing, grinding, drilling and threading

 Pipes, pipe parts and packings Method of in-

struction

Practical exercises and theoretical teaching integrated in them and/or project-based learning.

Evaluation The performed tasks must fulfil the valid norms for welding.

Examination Assignments completed.

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17 Support Level

Onboard Com- munity

STCW-Code:Table A-II/4 STCW-Code:Table A-VI/1-4

Course description

Blue Course Law and legislation 1

 has thorough knowledge of the legislation regulating the duties and occupational protection onboard as well as the effects seafaring has on the environment.

 is able to undertake precautionary measures to prevent the pollution of the maritime environment.

 understands orders and is understood in regard to onboard duties.

 is able to contribute towards meaningful interpersonal rela- tions onboard a vessel.

 is aware of the existence of international safety conventions regarding maritime environment and ship safety.

Scope 1,0 credits

Contents  Basics in the Merchant Shipping Act, maritime labour legislation and maritime law

 Decree on watchkeeping onboard and the signing-on procedures

 Regulations governing loading and discharging

 Legislation on the safety in onboard work

 Environmental legislation

 The organizational structure of a vessel, the shipping company and the authorities concerned

Evaluation  Continuously observing the organizational procedures drawn up to protect the marine environment (A-VI/1-4)

 Observing expected professional norms and the actors at all times

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Examination Litteratur

Written examination and possible assignments passed.

A number of Act and Decrees available on Moodle.

K. Van dokkum: "Ship Knowledge-A modern encyklopedia"

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19 Operational Level

Safety

Code MM14S307

Blue

Course Occupational Safety

Prerequisites

Competences  Safety routines

 is familiar with the accident and health risks onboard, the occupational safety organization and legislation.

 has knowledge and skills to manage and organise work onboard taking occupational safety into account.

Scope 1.0 credits

Contents  Vessel environment from the occupational safety perspec- tive (accident and health risks)

 Accidents, accident statistics

 The objectives and organization of and legislation with reference to occupational safety

 ILO 1996-Accident prevention onboard ship at sea and in port.

 IMO Conventions Method of in-

struction

Classroom lectures and /or project based learning

Evaluation A-II/1

Relevant knowledge and requirements referring to personal safety onboard are identified correctly.

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Support Level Safety

STCW-Code:A-VI/1-1 STCW-Code :A-VI/1-4 STCW-Code:B-VI

Course description

Red

Course Basic Safety

Prerequisites Medical certificate

Competences The student is provided with the basic safety skills required in the STCWConvention from all persons who intend to work onboard a vessel, in accordance with STCW-Code:A-VI/1-1 and A-VI/1-4.

Scope 0,75 credits

Contents  Maritime safety in theory and practice, equipment, safety techniques ad appliances, safety responsibilities, organization, physical and psychological preparedness, authority requirements, rescuing methods and practical exercises, and regulations for preventing environmental damages Method of in-

struction

Lectures, independent studies, practical exercises and group work.

Evaluation A-II/1

In accordance with STCWCode: A-VI/1-4, A-VI/1-1 column 4 and A-VI/2-1 column 4.

Examination All practical exercises passed and a written examination.

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21 Support Level

Safety

STCW-Code:B-VI STCWCode: A-VI/1-2

Course description

Code MM14S309

Red

Course Basic Fire Fighting

Competences The student familiarizes him-/herself with the fire-fighting equipment onboard, its operational aspects and areas of usage, and is able to perform common fire-fighting measures onboard the vessel in accordance with STCWCode: A-VI/1-2.

Scope 0,5 credits

Contents  Combustion theory

 Flammable substances

 Alarm systems

 Fire-fighting appliances and equipment

 Fire-fighting agents

 Exercises

 Basic Fire Fighting Course according to the course plan of the Fire Training Unit of the Maritime Safety Training Centre. The course Evaluation takes place at a STCW- audited fire training unit

Lectures and exercises

Evaluation A-VI/1-2

 In accordance with STCWCode: A-VI/1-2 Column 4.

Examination A practical test. A written examination is also possible.

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Support Level Safety

STCW-Code:A-VI/1-3 STCW-Code:A-VI/2 STCW-Code:B-VI/4 Course description

Code MM14S310

Red

Course Medical Care 1, First Aid

Prerequisites None

Competences The student gains basic knowledge and skills in first aid as to various kinds of accidents and illnesses onboard a vessel, in accordance with STCWCode: A-VI/1-3 and A-VI/2-1.

Scope 0.75 credits

Contents  first aid principles

 first aid onboard vessels, the contents of the first aid kit

 elementary knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the vital functions

 resuscitation

 first aid in the following situations:

o the most common attacks of illness: chest pains, stroke, diabetes and epilepsy

o wounds and major bleeding o shock

o fractures, joint and muscle injuries o burns and scalds

o hypothermia and frost-bites o poisonings

o examination and moving of an injured person Method of in-

struction

Lectures and exercises

Evaluation A-VI/1-3

In accordance with STCWCode: A-VI/1-3 column 4 and A-VI/2-1 column 4.

Examination A written examination and exercises.

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23 Support Level

Safety

STCW-Code:A-VI/2-1 STCW-Code:B-VI/2

Course description

Red

Course Lifeboatman

Competences The student is provided with the skills and knowledge needed for the issuance of the certificate Course in Survival Crafts and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats in accordance with STCW-Code:A-VI/2 –1.

Scope 1,0 credits

Contents  Maritime safety in theory and practice, equipment, safety techniques ad appliances, safety responsibilities, organization, physical and psychological preparedness, authority requirements, rescuing methods and practical exercises, and regulations for preventing environmental damages Method of in-

struction

Lectures, independent studies, practical exercises and group work.

Evaluation In accordance with STCW Code: A-VI/2-1 column 4

Examination All practical exercises passed.

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Support Level MM10S

STCW: Reg. II/4 STCW.95: Reg. III/4

Statsrådets förordning (166/2013) Study module description

Code MM14OT1

Red

Study Module Onboard Training SuL

Prerequisites Basic Safety, Basic Fire Fighting, First Aid

Competences The student gets an insight into how the tasks in navigation, mechanical engineering and safety, which belong to the foun- dations studies, are carried out in a vessel environment.

Scope 18 credits

Contents Navigation

 manoeuvring the vessel with the help of landmarks or fairway marks, magnetic and gyro compasses, helm orders, changing from manual steering to autopilot and vice versa, and handing-over and taking helm

 the duties of a look-out, fire and safety rounds, steering and navigational regulations to the extent they are relevant for a look-out, bearing to a target or source of sound and reporting to the officer of the watch

 ship construction, terminology in connection with the vessel and work routines onboard, the reporting done by a watchman and protecting the marine environment

 the duties of a watchman in an emergency situation, the pyrotechnic distress signals, SART, EPIRB, avoiding unin- tentional distress signals and measures to be taken when raising a false alarm

 duties connected with the embarkation and disembarkation of a pilot, casting off, mooring and anchoring

Mechanical Engineering

 terms used for the various parts of the engine room, instruments and tools, and their placing or storage

 storing, moving and handling fuel, lubricating agents, water and other liquids as well as dry materials

 arrangements for watchkeeping, keeping contact, the safety plan of the engine room, emergency exits, alarm signals, alarm and fire-fighting appliances and equipment, portable fire-fighting equipment, occupational safety and handling of substances which are dangerous or harmful for the environment

 maintenance and cleaning tasks in the engine room, clean-

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25 ing and washing, the main engine, the auxiliary engine, boilers, daily maintenance chores, electricity generation, and cleaning tasks caused by handling of fuels, lubricating agents or water

Safety-related duties

 Introduction to vessel-specific (A-VI/1.1) alarm lists, division into compartments, emergency exits, operational safety drills and exercises and participating in them

Cargo handling, maintenance and overhaul of the vessel

 hatches, port-holes, ramps, entrance ramps, lifts, cranes;

lashing equipment, lashing and unlashing of cargo, con- trolling the lashing of the cargo and other materials; tasks in relation to loading, discharging and cleaning of tanks on a tanker; preventive measures and supplementary work in connection with departure and arrival

 the duties of a watchman in port; moorings, passage ways, illumination and hoisting the flag

 overhaul of cables, hawsers and other running rigging, hatches, ramps, lifts and cranes

 cleaning of the cargo holds and accommodation and other spaces

 overhauling the life-saving equipment Method of in-

struction

The onboard training is followed-up with the help of an Onboard Training Manual, which includes precise instructions for the onboard training as well as a detailed list of the learning tasks, and/or project-based learning (portfolio).

Follow-up of the onboard training

The shipping companies and the Degree Programme agree upon how the onboard training is arranged. The trainee compen- sation paid to the shipping companies, and the division of ex- penses for subsistence, insurance coverage and other similar issues are settled in the training agreement. During the onboard training the student is usually not employed by the shipping company, and thus receives the usual social benefits for students unless otherwise stipulated.

The onboard training is arranged on such vessels which traffic for ISM-certified¹ shipping companies. The shipping company, the vessel and the Degree Programme choose persons who are responsible for the instruction during the onboard training period.

Evaluation The tasks and duties of the student are recorded in an approved Onboard Training Record Book which is filled in by the student, and the separate tasks are signed by the onboard instruc- tor after they have been acceptably completed. The form master assesses the student’s onboard training based on the contents of the Onboard Training Record Book.

The student assesses each onboard training period through fill-

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ing in an evaluation form.

Examination The Onboard Training Record Book is approved.

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Operational Level

Navigation Function 1

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Operational Level Terrestrial Naviga- tion

Course description

Code MM14O101

Red

Course Terrestrial Navigation A

Prerequisites Terrestrial Navigation and Collision Regulations 1 Competences The student

 must have a command of basic terrestrial navigational theory.

 is able to determine the vessel’s position with means of of landmarks, lighthouses, navigation marks and buoys.

 is able to determine the vessel´s position by means of numerical values from electronic positioning devices.

 is able to draw a route plan.

Scope 1.5 credits

Contents  Absolut and relative navigation principles

 The earth’s system of coordinates, latitude and longi- tude/repetition

 Definition of difference in Lat/Long and departure

 Definition of rhumb line and the great circle

 Nautical miles and knots

 Definition of courses, bearings and relative bearings

 Definition of different course systems.

 Compass errors; course and bearing conversion/repetition

 Tha basics of route planning

 Reading and plotting positions in a chart/repetition

 Chart work Method of in-

struction

Lectures and exercises in the classroom and/or project-based learning, possibly homework.

Evaluation A-II/1

The primary method of determining the ship’s position is the most appropriate in relation to the prevailing circumstances and conditions.

The position is determined within the limits of acceptable instrument/system errors.

The reliability of the information obtained from the primary

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29 method of position fixing is checked at appropriate intervals.

Calculations and measurements of navigational information are accurate.

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Course description

Code MM14O102

Red

Course Terrestrial Navigation B

Prerequisites Terrestrial Navigation A, Mathematics 1 Competences The student

 obtains knowledge of geodetics and chart projections.

 has command of the standardised buoyage systems and of the theory of lines of position.

 is able to project the earth’s coordinate system and its projection on even surfaces.

 has thorough knowledge of and ability to use nautical charts and publications such as sailing directions, no- tices to mariners, radio navigational warnings and ships’ routeing information.

Scope 1.0 credit

Contents  Geodetics and navigational chart production

 Geodetic datum

 Different types of chart projections and their areas of usage

 Different types of nautical charts and chart terms/electronical charts

 Presentation of nautical charts, various methods

 Interpreting the information taken from nautical charts and related publications

 Managing nautical charts and related publications onboard vessels

 The reliability of a nautical chart

 Defining of the buoyage system and navigation aids to navigation (IALA) and their reliability

 Theory of lines of position Method of in-

struction

Lectures and exercises in the classroom.

Evaluation A-II/1

The information obtained from nautical charts and publications is relevant, interpreted correctly and applied properly.

All potential navigational hazards are accurately identified.

The charts selected are of the largest scale suitable for the area

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Course description

Code MM14O103

Attendance obligation Red

Course Terrestrial Navigation C

Prerequisites Terrestrial Navigation B, Mathematics 2 Competences The student is able to

 perform chart plotting through marking courses on a navigational chart and making position controls and course corrections on the basis of current and drift.

 make entries into the ship´s logbook

 perform rhumb line calculations

Scope 1 credit

Contents  Leeway and corrections caused by it

 Drift

 Construction of and calculating drift angles

 Rhumb line calculations/`average latitude´ method

 Ship’s log and other relevant bridge documentation Method of in-

struction

 Lectures and exercises in class and/or project-based learning. Written assignment is also a possible method of instruction.

Evaluation A-II/1

The information obtained from nautical charts and publications is relevant, interpreted correctly and properly applied. All potential navigational hazards are accurately identified.

The charts selected are of the largest scale suitable for the area of navigation, and charts and publications are corrected in accordance with the latest information available.

Examination Practical test included in Terrestrial Navigation D.

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Terrestrial Naviga- tion

Course description

Code MM14O104 Attendance obligation Red Course Terrestrial Navigation D

Prerequisites Terrestrial Navigation C Navigational Aids: Radar

Navigational Aids: GNSS, compasses and steering.

Competences The student can

 perform chart plotting through marking courses on a nautical chart and making position controls and course corrections on the basis of current and drift.

 make entries to the ship’s logbook.

 draw, assess and realise a route plan.

Scope 2 credits

Contents  Introduction to ship simulator

 Route planning

 Leeway and corrections caused by it

 Drift

 Construction of and calculating drift angles

 Simulator exercises

 Rhumb line calculations

 Ship’s log and other relevant bridge documentation

 Weather information Method of in-

struction

 Simulator exercises

Evaluation A-II/1

 The information obtained from nautical charts and publications is relevant, interpreted correctly and properly applied. All potential navigational hazards are accurately identified.

 The primary method of fixing the ship’s position is the most appropriate in relation to the prevailing circumstances and conditions.

 The position is determined within the limits of acceptable instrument/system errors.

 The reliability of the information obtained from the

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primary method of position fixing is checked at appropriate intervals.

 Calculations and measurements of navigational information are accurate.

 The charts selected are of the largest scale suitable for the area of navigation, and charts and publications are corrected in accordance with the latest information available.

Examination Practical test in simulator.

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Celestial Navigation

STCW-Code:Table A-II/1 STCW-Code:Table A-II/1 Course description

Code MM14O105

Blue

Course Route planning 1

Prerequisites Terrestrial Navigation C Mathematics 5

Competences To provide the student with skills to use great circle calculations in practical route planning work.

To provide the student with skills to draw up a route plan.

Scope 1.5 credits

Contents  Great circle theory

 Great circle calculations

 The reliability of the Dead Reckoning position

 Planning a route plan

 Drawing up a route plan

 Realising a route plan Method of in-

struction

Lectures and exercises in the classroom. The students draw a route plan as group-work.

Evaluation A-II/1

STCW-Code:Table A-II/1 column 4

The information obtained from navigational charts and publications is relevant, interpreted correctly and properly applied.

All potential navigational hazards are accurately identified.

Examination Written examination and assignments passed.

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Course description

Code MM14O106

Blue

Course Meteorology and Oceanography

Prerequisites

Competences The student understands the basics of meteorology and oceanography and their effect on vessel operations.

The student knows how to use the meteorological instruments onboard and how to interpret the information obtained from them.

The student has knowledge of the characteristics of different weather systems and the procedures for reporting and record- ing.

The student is able to apply the available meteorological information.

Scope 1.0 credits

Contents  The origins of the earth and the seas, geological development

 The composition and qualities of sea-water

 The composition and structure of the atmosphere

 The meteorological elements

 The physical qualities of air

 Clouds, precipitation, visibility, fog

 Heat balance

 Characteristics of various winds

 The circulation system of the atmosphere

 Air masses, fronts and frontal depressions

 Meteorological services for seafarers

 Tropical cyclones

 Weather-related information in the ship’s log Method of in-

struction

Lectures and demonstrations in the classroom.

Evaluation A-II/1

Measurements and observations of weather conditions are accurate and appropriate for the passage.

Meteorological information is correctly interpreted and applied

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Course description

Code MM14O107 Attendance obligation

Blue

Course Tidal Calculations

Prerequisites Meteorology and Oceanography

Competences The student knows the basics of tide theory. The student is provided with skills to calculate the height of the tide at a certain point of time and the exact time for a certain height of the tide and knows how to calculate the course and speed of tidal currents.

Scope 1 credit

Contents  Tide theory

 Tide publications and tables

 Tide calculations

 Tidal current calculations Method of in-

struction

Evaluation A-II/1

STCW-Code:Table A-II/1 column 4

The information obtained from nautical charts and publications is relevant, interpreted correctly and properly applied. All potential navigational hazards are accurately identified.

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Operational Level Navigational Aids

Course description

Code MM14O108

Red

Course Navigational Aids; Radar

Prerequisites Terrestrial Navigation A

Competences The student knows the operational aspects, reliability and limitations of radar equipment and the basics of determining the position and monitoring the traffic situation with the help of radar.

Scope 2.0 credit

Contents  International regulations and technical requirements on radar equipment

 The operational aspects of radar equipment

 Technical definitions

 Radar construction and performance qualities

 Meteorological, technical and physical factors which have an effect on the radar performance

 Different types of radar picture mode and their differences

 Basic radar functions for optimal position and traffic situation determination

 Radar overhaul and maintenance onboard the vessel

 Practical exercises in the use of radar Method of in-

struction

Lectures and demonstrations in the classroom and practical exercises in the simulator.

Evaluation A-II/1

Information obtained from the radar is correctly interpreted and analysed, taking into account the limitations of the equipment and prevailing circumstances and conditions.

Examination Written examination and a practical test in the simulator and possible assignments passed.

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Navigational Aids

Course description

Code MM14O109

Red

Course Navigational Aids; GNSS, compasses and steering

Prerequisites Terrestrial Navigation A Competences The student

 knows how to use electronic aids, and he/she knows about their reliability and limitations as complementary means to ensure safe navigation.

 is able to determine the vessel’s position with the help of electronic navigational aids.

 understand the principal structure of satellite positioning systems (GNSS).

 is aware of limitations and errors of GNSS systems and their level of position accuracy.

 knows how to use the echo-sounder and how to apply the information correctly.

 has knowledge of the functioning of the magnetic and gyro-compasses.

 is able to determine errors in magnetic and gyro- compasses using celestial and terrestrial methods and to take such errors into account.

 has knowledge of the steering control systems, operat- ing instructions and change-over from manual steering to autopilot and vice versa. He/she knows how to ad- just the controls for optimal performance.

Scope 1,5 credits

Contents  Various satellite positioning systems and electronic sea charts.

 The accuracy level of the systems.

 Limitations and errors.

 Autopilot for the steering of the vessel

 Compass studies with reference to the gyro and magnetic principles.

 Echo-sounders for determining the depth; their operational aspects.

 Different types of logs for speed determination.

Lectures and/or project-based learning and demonstrations in the classroom.

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Evaluation A-II/1

Performance checks and tests to navigation systems comply with the manufacturer’s recommendations and good navigational practice.

Errors in magnetic and gyro-compasses are determined and correctly applied to courses and bearings.

The selection of the mode of steering is the most suitable in relation to the prevailing weather, sea and traffic conditions and intended manoeuvres.

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Navigational Aids

STCW-Code:Table A-II/1 STCW-Code :Table A-II/2

STCW-Code : section B-1/12.36-66 Course description

Code MM14O110

Red

Course Navigational Aids; ECDIS

Prerequisites Navigational Aids: GNSS, compasses and steering Terrestrial Navigation B

Competences The student

 is able to determine the vessel’s position with the help of electronic navigational aids.

 understands the structure of ECDIS.

 knows the errors and limitations of the ECDIS systems as well as their levels of accuracy in giving positions

 knows different kinds of electronic navigational charts, their configuration and pros and cons.

 has skills in using satellite positioning systems and electronic navigational charts.

 knows the operational aspects of AIS.

 knows the operational aspects of VDR.

Scope 1.5 credits

Contents  Different satellite positioning systems and electronic navigational charts

 Levels of accuracy of the systems

 Deficiencies and errors

 The configuration of electronic navigational charts

 AIS and VDR

 Exercises in using the instruments Method of in-

struction

Exercises in using the instruments.

Evaluation A-II/1

STCW-Code:Table A-II/1 column 4; page 28 as applicable including:

Performance checks and tests to navigation systems comply with the manufacturer’s recommendations and good navigational practice.

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Operational Level Celestial Navigation

STCW-Code:Table A-II/1 STCW-Code :Table A-II/2 Course description

Red

Course Celestial Navigation 1

Prerequisites Terrestrial Navigation B, Mathematics 2

Competences The student understands the basics of celestial position determination.

The student is provided with skills in using the sextant.

The student is provided with skills in calculating the height to various celestial bodies.

The student is provided with skills in calculating the hour angle and declination of celestial bodies.

Scope 1.0 credits

Contents

 The basics of celestial navigation

 The height method

 The system of co-ordinates

 The Nautical Almanac (NA) and height tables

 Sextant and corrections for heights

 Height calculations

 Time, time calculations

 Calculations in determining the local time angle and declination of celestial bodies

Demonstrations in the planetarium.

Exercises in using the instruments.

Evaluation STCW-Code:

Table A-II/1

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STCW-Code:Table A-II/1 STCW-Code : Table A-II/2 Course description.

Blue

Prerequisites Celestial Navigation 1, Mathematics 5

Competences The student is provided with skills in determining the position by the means observing the sun and the stars.

The student is provided with skills in determining compass errors by means of observing celestial bodies.

Scope 1.0 credits

Contents  Calculations using height tables and formulae adapted to the calculator

 Calculations in determining the position by means of the height of the sun and stars

 Identifying celestial bodies

 Compass control with the help of celestial bodies

 Daily routines onboard Method of in-

struction

Table A-II/1

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Operational Level Celestial Navigation

STCW-Code:Table A-II/1 STCW-Code : Table A-II/2 Course description

Blue

Prerequisites Celestial Navigation 2

Competences The student is provided with skills in determining the position by means of observing the sun and the stars.

Scope 1.0 credits

Contents  Midday latitude, calculation

 Calculations in determining the position by means of height measurements of celestial bodies

 The reliability of the line of position Method of in-

struction

Table A-II/1

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Operational Level Watchkeeping Duties

Course description

Code MM14O114

Red

Course Watchkeeping Duties 1: Collision Regulations

Prerequisites Terrestrial Navigation and Collision Regulations 1 Competences The student

 has a thorough knowledge of the contents and objectives of the International Collision Regulations for Pre- venting Collisions at Sea and regulations for inland waters.

 is provided with skills in using various kinds of signals at sea.

Scope 1.5 credits

Contents  The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

 Regulations for inland waters 1978 (30.3.1978/252) Method of in-

struction

Classroom lectures and/or project-based learning. Exercises using a computer programme can also be used as a method of instruction.

Evaluation A-II/1

STCW-Code:Table A-II/1 column 4; pages 30, 31 as applicable including:

A proper look-out is maintained at all times and in such a way as to conform to accepted principles and procedures.

Lights, shapes and sound signals conform to the requirements contained in the International Regulations for Preventing Col- lisions at Sea and are correctly recognized.

The frequency and extent of monitoring the traffic, the ship and the environment conform to the accepted principles and procedures.

Information obtained from radar and ARPA is correctly interpreted and analysed, taking into account the limitations of the equipment and prevailing circumstances and conditions.

A proper record is maintained of the movements and activities relating to the navigation of the ship.

Communications within the operator’s area of responsibility are consistently successful.

Action taken to avoid a close encounter or collision with other vessels is in accordance with the International Regulations for

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Preventing Collisions at Sea.

Decisions to amend course and/or speed are both timely and in accordance with good seamanship.