stcw modular courses administration approved courses
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STCW Modular Courses
Administration Approved Courses
S. N. Name Of The Course Conducted At Abbreviation Duration in Days
1 Specialized Training Programme On
Chemical Tanker Operation
Mumbai, Lonavala,
Chennai & Delhi CHEMCO 12
2 Chemical Tanker Familiarization Lonavala & Mumbai CHEMFAM 5
3 Electronic Chart Display and Information
Systems Lonavala ECDIS 5
4 Engine Room Simulator - Management
Level Lonavala ERS - ML 5
5 Engine Room Simulator - Operational
Level Lonavala ERS - OL 3
6 Free Fall Life Boat Lonavala FFLB 2
7 Specialized Training Programme On
Liquefied Gas Tanker Operations Lonavala & Mumbai GASCO 11
8 Liquefied Gas Tanker Familiarization Lonavala & Mumbai GASFAM 5
9 LPG Cargo and Ballast Handling
Simulator - Management Level Lonavala LGSC - ML 5
10 LPG Cargo and Ballast Handling
Simulator- Operational Level Lonavala LGSC - OL 3
11 Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (Oil) -
Management Level Mumbai LCHS - ML 5
12 Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (Oil) -
Operational Level Mumbai LCHS - OL 3
13 Oil Tanker Familiarization Lonavala & Mumbai OILFAM 5
14 Ship Manoeuvring Simulator Mumbai SMS 5
15 Ship Security Officer Mumbai SSO 3
16 Security Training for Seafarers with
Designated Security Duties
Mumbai, Lonavala,
Chennai & Delhi STSDSD 2
17 Specialized Training Programme On Oil
Tanker Operation
Mumbai, Lonavala,
Chennai & Delhi TASCO 12
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1. Specialized Training Programme on Chemical Tanker Operations
(CHEMCO)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 12-day course approved by the Indian Administration, Maritime & Port
Authority (MPA), Singapore and Liberia.
Conducted at: Mumbai, Lonavala, Chennai & Delhi
Objective:
This course provides understanding of safety on chemical tanker, pollution prevention, operational practice and
obligation under applicable laws and regulations for masters, chief engineers, officers and any other person with
immediate responsibility for the loading, discharging and care in transit or handling of cargo. It comprises of a
specialized training programme appropriate to their duties. The course takes full account of section A-V/1 of the
STCW Code adopted by the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch Keeping
for Seafarers 1978, as amended in 1995.
Subject Areas:
A. Regulations and codes of practice
B. Hazards and safety measures
C. Design and equipment of chemical tankers
D. Cargo characteristics
E. Ship operations
F. Repair and maintenance
G. Emergency Operations
USP:
1 Exact replica of Stainless Steel Chemical Tank with operational FRAMO pumps and all other fittings
2 Chemical Laboratory to conduct Wall Wash Test post tank cleaning
3 Shower room
4 Liquid Cargo Handling simulators
Eligibility:
This course is open to seafarers who have completed a shore based Advanced Firefighting course approved by
the administration, and who have relevant experience appropriate to their management level duties on chemical
tankers, as stipulated in STCW.
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2. Chemical Tanker Familiarization(CHEMFAM)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 5-day course approved by the Indian administration.
Conducted at: Mumbai & Lonavala
Objective:
On Successful completion of this course, trainees will be able to serve on chemical tankers in an operational
capacity (that is other than master, chief engineer, chief mate or second engineer), and to perform specific duties
and responsibilities related to those duties in connection with cargo and cargo equipment, provided that they are
not immediately responsible for the loading, discharging, care in transit or handling of cargo.
Subject Areas:
Properties and Hazards of Cargoes
Ship Types and Arrangements
Cargo Equipment and Instrumentation
General Chemical Tanker Operation
Safety Precautions and Measures
Ship/Shore Interface
Emergency Operations
USP:
1 Exact replica of Stainless Steel Chemical Tank with operational FRAMO pumps and all other fittings
2 Chemical Laboratory to conduct Wall Wash Test post tank cleaning
3 Shower room
4 Liquid Cargo Handling simulators
Eligibility:
This course is open to seafarers who intend to serve on board chemical tankers at operational level and have
completed an administration approved firefighting and first aid course.
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3. Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 5-day course approved by the Indian administration. This course is also
approved by the following administrations/recognized organizations:
• Maritime & Port Authority (MPA) Singapore
• Marshall Islands
• Republic of Liberia
• Det Norske Veritas (DNV)
Conducted at: Lonavala
Objective:
This 5 day course is based on IMO Model Course 1.27 and is specifically aimed to provide generic training to
officers as required under STCW convention.
Subject Areas:
Electronic Chart Display and Information System is new concept in the direction of paperless chart bridge. This
course is to familiarize the officers with this system, the basic theory as well as hands on training in the operation
of an actual ECDIS system.
USP:
Actual situations simulated for real situation training
Five days course based on IMO 1.27
Eligibility:
Deck Officers
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4. Engine Room Simulator – Management Level (ERS - ML)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 5-day course approved by the Indian administration.
Conducted at: Lonavala
Objective:
The trainees who successfully complete this course will gain experience in handling engine room equipment
under various conditions and will make a more effective contribution to the engine room keeping team during
various conditions.
Subject Areas:
Operation of main engine including emergency operation
Operation of electricity generation plant including emergency generator
Operation of turbo-generator and shaft generator
Operation of steam generating plant
Operation of various pumps
Operation of valves
Tracing pipelines
Operation of oil purifiers
Abnormal condition settings for various marine machineries
Operation of fresh water hydro-phore systems
USP:
1 Full Mission Simulator
2 Highly qualified and experienced Instructors
3 High faculty members to candidate ratio
4 Actual systems& Machineries available in the campus
Eligibility:
Trainees should have CLASS IV certificate of competency, a minimum 12 months of sea time with watch keeping
experience as engineer officer in charge of an engine room watch with at least one hundred eighty days of
propelling time and should also have completed course of training which meets or exceeds the standard set out
in IMO Assembly resolution A483 (XII).
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5. Engine Room Simulator – Operational Level (ERS - OL)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 3-day course approved by the Indian administration.
Conducted at: Lonavala
Objective:
The trainees who successfully complete this Course will have gained experience in handling engine room
equipment under various conditions and will make a more effective contribution to the engine room keeping
team during various conditions.
Subject Areas:
Operation of main engine including emergency operation
Operation of electricity generation plant including emergency generator
Operation of turbo-generator and shaft generator
Operation of steam generating plant
Operation of various pumps
Operation of valves
Tracing pipelines
Operation of oil purifiers
Abnormal condition setting for various marine machineries
Operation of fresh water hydro-phore systems
USP:
1 Full Mission Simulator
2 Highly qualified and experienced Instructors
3 High faculty members to candidate ratio
4 Actual systems & Machineries available in the campus
Eligibility:
Trainees wishing to enter this course should have CLASS IV certificate of competency, a minimum 12 months of
sea time with watch keeping experience as engineer officer in charge of an engine room watch with at least one
hundred eighty days of propelling time and should also have completed course of training which meets or exceeds
the standard set out in IMO Assembly resolution A483 (XII).
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6. Free Fall Life Boat (FFLB)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 2-day course approved by Indian administration and DNV.
Conducted at: Lonavala
Objective:
The course syllabus covers the competencies as required in element/s related to Free Fall Lifeboat in STCW 1995
Section A – VI / 2 Table A – VI / 2-1 and section 5.4 of the IMO Model Course 1.23.
Trainees who successfully complete this course shall be able to undertake tasks, duties and responsibilities
related to launch and recovery of a Free Fall Lifeboat and take charge of a boat as a Coxswain and for other
related duties as Designated Persons.
Subject Areas:
Introduction
SOLAS requirement, Case Study (Maersk Pomor)
Specification, Equipment and General Arrangement of Boat
Maintenance, Air Supply and Sprinkler system
Procedures and Safety precautions
Survival Techniques / Emergency procedures
Actual Launching and recovery (practical exercises)
USP:
1 Only one of its kinds in India
2 Fully operational davit launched Lifeboat
Eligibility:
This course is open to those seafarers who are holders of a valid certificate of training in Basic Safety or
Personal Survival Techniques.
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7. Specialized Training Programme on Liquefied Gas Tanker Operations
(GASCO)
Duration & Recognition: This is an 11-day course approved by the administration of India, Maritime & Port
Authority (MPA) Singapore and Liberia.
Conducted at: Mumbai & Lonavala
Objective:
This course provides understanding of safety on liquefied gas tanker, pollution prevention, operational practice
and obligation under applicable laws and regulations for masters, chief engineers, officers and any other person
with immediate responsibility for the loading, discharging and care in transit or handling of cargo. It comprises of
a specialized training programme appropriate to their duties. The course takes full account of section A-V/1 of
the STCW Code adopted by the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch
Keeping for Seafarers 1978, as amended.
Subject Areas:
Regulations and codes of practice
Fire fighting
Chemical and Physical properties of gas cargoes
Health Hazards and Pollution
Cargo Containment and Cargo-handling systems
Safety practices and equipment operational requirement
Emergency Procedures
General principles & precautions of cargo operations
Transportation losses and commercial aspects of gas tanker operations
Compressor operations
Tank atmosphere monitoring
Requirement of cargo condenser, evaporator & heater
Cargo measurement
Cargo change over procedures
Case studies
USP:
1 Practical on tank fittings at Lonavala
2 Supported by liquid cargo handling simulator
Eligibility:
This course is open to seafarers who have completed a shore based Advanced Firefighting course approved by
the administration. The seafarers should be holding a certificate of management level competency and has a
TANKFAM course certificate or 3 months sea service on liquefied gas tankers as an officer, as stipulated in STCW.
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8. Liquefied Gas Tanker Familiarization (GASFAM)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 5-day course approved by the administration of India.
Conducted at: Mumbai & Lonavala
Objective:
This course is intended for support level officers (that is other than master, chief engineer, chief mate or second
engineer) who have not previously served on board liquefied gas tankers as part of the regular complement. It
covers the mandatory minimum training requirement prescribed in STCW.
On Successful completion of this course, trainees will be able to serve on gas tankers in an operational capacity,
and to perform specific duties and responsibilities in connection with cargo and cargo equipment, provided that
they are not immediately responsible for the loading, discharging, care in transit or handling of cargo.
Subject Areas:
Properties and hazards of liquefied gas
Cargo containment systems
The liquefied gas tankers
Cargo Equipment and instrumentation
Tank environment control
Safety precautions
Ship/Shore interface
Emergency Operations
USP:
1 Practical on tank fittings at Lonavala
2 Supported by liquid cargo handling simulator
Eligibility:
This course is open to any existing or prospective seafarer, who has completed an administration approved
firefighting and first aid course.
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9. LPG Cargo and Ballast Handling Simulator– Management Level (LGSC –
ML)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 5-day course approved by Indian administration and DNV.
Conducted at: Lonavala
Objective:
This course is essentially a practical one and consists of a series of exercises structured around the operation of
the cargo and ballast installation of a liquefied gas tanker and carried out in conjunction with a simulator. The
exercises are controlled by an instructor and, initially, allow the trainees to become familiar with the layout of
the cargo tanks, hold (void) spaces and ballast tanks forming the system and the instrumentation and controls
that are used.
Subject Areas:
Tank top fittings,
Operations for the cargo handling system,
Instrumentation system, compressors,
Auxiliary systems for cargo handling,
Tank cool down,
Loading and discharging of cargo,
Use of inert gas,
Change of grade,
Ballasting, de-ballasting and gas freeing
Hazards, safety procedures
Firefighting systems
USP:
First of its kind in the world
Eligibility:
Second mate (FG) certificate of competency or NCV certificate of competency or MEO Class IV certificate of
competency, in addition has preferably completed specialized training programme on LPG tanker operations.
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10. LPG Cargo and Ballast Handling Simulator- Operational Level (LGSC –
OL)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 3-day course approved by Indian administration and DNV.
Conducted at: Lonavala
Objective:
This is a practical course consisting of series of exercises structured around the operation of the cargo and ballast
installation of a liquefied gas tanker and carried out in conjunction with a simulator. The exercises are controlled
by an instructor and, initially, allow the trainees to become familiar with the layout of the cargo tanks, hold (void)
spaces and ballast tanks forming the system and the instrumentation and controls that are used.
Subject Areas:
Tank top fittings
Operations for the cargo handling system,
Instrumentation system, compressors,
Auxiliary systems for cargo handling,
Tank cool down,
Loading and discharging of cargo,
Use of inert gas,
Change of grade,
Ballasting, de-ballasting and gas freeing
Hazards, safety procedures
Firefighting systems
USP:
First of its kind in the world
Eligibility:
Requisite sea service for appearing for second mate (F.G) certificate of competency or NCV certificate of
competency or for Class IV MEO certificate of competency, in addition has preferably completed liquefied gas
tanker familiarization course or specialized training programme on LPG Operations.
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11. Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator – Management Level (LCHS -ML)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 5-day course approved by the Indian administration.
Conducted at: Mumbai
Objective:
The LCHS is undoubtedly one of the most important teaching aids for a seafarer. The LCHS installed at SIMS
simulates the processes and systems used in a vast range of operations ranging from the routine cargo work to
emergencies with a catastrophic potential.
The LCHS presently installed at SIMS is a PC based version which consists of an instructor’s station and 3 trainee
stations with a potential of adding 3 more trainee stations in future. The 3 trainee stations can either carry out
independent operations or be a part of a single ship where they can practice the communication and coordination
required on a real ship. The simulator is equipped with 2 different ship models based on Crude oil tanker and
Chemical Tanker with FRAMO pumping system.
The course objective is to provide hands-on experience on a simulator dealing with cargo operations on an Oil
Tanker. The candidate will be able to plan, execute, monitor and keep records of various cargo activities
conducted on a tanker. The officer will also be able to diagnose problems occurring normally during operations
along with dealing with certain simulated emergencies.
Subject Areas:
Familiarization
Special Operation & Procedures
Ballast Operation
Cargo Operation
Inerting operation – oil tanker
COW operation – oil tanker
Cargo calculation
Gas freeing
Tank cleaning
ODME operation
USP:
1 Practical in tank room
2 Supported by liquid cargo handling simulator
Eligibility:
Mandatory for Deck Officers holding Certificate of Competency 2nd Mate and above, working and or intending
to work on Oil Tankers at management level
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12. Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator – Operational Level (LCHS -OL)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 3-day course approved by the Indian administration.
Conducted at: Mumbai
Objective:
The LCHS is undoubtedly one of the most important teaching aids for a seafarer. The LCHS installed at SIMS
simulates the processes and systems used in a vast range of operations ranging from the routine cargo work to
emergencies with a catastrophic potential.
The LCHS presently installed at SIMS is a PC based version which consists of an instructor’s station and 3 trainee
stations with a potential of adding 3 more trainee stations in future. The 3 trainee stations can either carry out
independent operations or be a part of a single ship where they can practice the communication and coordination
required on a real ship. The simulator is equipped with 2 different ship models based on Crude oil tanker and
Chemical Tanker with FRAMO pumping system.
Subject Areas:
Familiarization
Special Operation & Procedures
Ballast Operation
Cargo Operation
USP:
1 Practical in tank room
2 Supported by liquid cargo handling simulator
Eligibility:
Deck cadets and junior deck officers intending to work on oil tankers
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13. Oil Tanker Familiarization(OILFAM)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 5-day course approved by the Indian administration.
Conducted at: Mumbai & Lonavala
Objective:
On Successful completion of this course, trainees will be able to serve on oil tankers in an operational capacity
(that is other than master, chief engineer, chief mate or second engineer), and to perform specific duties and
responsibilities related to those duties in connection with cargo and cargo equipment, provided that they are not
immediately responsible for the loading, discharging, care in transit or handling of cargo.
Subject Areas:
Types of oil tanker
Hazards of the cargoes carried on oil tankers
Operations and maintenance of centrifugal cargo pumps
Purpose of a stowage plan& cargo plan
Procedures & safety precautions during all cargo operations on an oil tanker
Procedures & precautions during tank cleaning / gas freeing operations on oil tankers
Purpose of ship / shore safety check list
IG system, various alarms / trips
Operation / limitation / calibration of portable gas meters
USP:
1 Exposure to tank room and actual system
2 Candidates updated on latest regulations
3 Supported by liquid cargo handling simulator
Eligibility:
Any junior officer
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14. Ship Manoeuvring Simulator (SMS)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 5-day course approved by the Indian administration.
Conducted at: Mumbai
Objective:
This is an intense 5 day course based on IMO Model Course 1.22 covering theory coupled with exercises on a full
mission Ship Manoeuvring Simulator to get the real feel of ship handling.
Subject Areas:
Knowledge about the principles of ship handling in various conditions and their practical application
Passage planning including planning for any contingencies
Navigational watch keeping practices, procedures and collision avoidance
USP:
1 2400 Full mission bridge simulator
2 Chart room for actual practice for chart work
3 Instructor to participant communication
4 Chart room stocked with chart and publication for real practice
5 Mooring station
6 Radar station
7 VHF
8 Sound effect
9 Simulator upgraded to ice navigation class
Eligibility:
This course is for management level officers. Ratings may assist in the course for steering purposes only during
bridge simulator exercise.
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15. Ship Security Officers Course (SSO)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 3-day course approved by the Administrations of U.K., Liberia and Marshall
Islands.
Conducted at: Mumbai
Objective:
Those who successfully complete this course are considered qualified to undertake the duties and responsibilities
as Ship Security Officer on board a ship, as defined in section A/12.2 of the International Ship & Port Security
Code.
Subject Areas:
Introduction
Maritime Security Policy
Security Responsibilities
Ship Security Assessment
Security Equipment’s
Ship Security plan
Threat Identification, Recognition, and Response
Ship Security Actions
Emergency Preparedness, Drills, and Exercises
Security Administration
Security Training
USP:
Course is recognized internationally by-
1 United Kingdom
2 Marshall Island
3 Liberia
Eligibility:
Any officer with designated security duties can join this course.
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16. Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties
(STSDSD)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 2 day course approved by the Indian administration.
Conducted at: Mumbai, Lonavala, Chennai & Delhi
Objective:
This course is mainly focused to train the ship’s personnel with designated duties on anti-piracy measures at sea
and anti-terrorist measures at sea and in port. By the end of the course the candidate will gain sufficient
knowledge and confidence to take preventive and counter measures in sailing through piracy and terrorism
affected areas of the world.
Subject Areas:
Introduction to Piracy, definitions and recent global piracy trends
Introduction to terrorism, definitions and recent global trends
Security Levels and their significance
IMO Best Management Practices to deal with piracy.
Preventive Measures when entering High Risk Areas
Planned Responses to Pirate Boat / Ship Attacks
Evasive Maneuvers
Communication in case of an Attack
Company assistance
Hostage / Captive Situations
USP:
The course provides training and confidence amongst officers to sail even in pirate infested areas.
Various aspects of safety, security, commercial and legal requirements are dealt.
Eligibility:
This course is intended for all officers and ratings with designated security duties.
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17. Specialized Training Programme on Oil Tanker Operations (TASCO)
Duration & Recognition: This is a 12-day course approved by the administration of India and Maritime & Port
Authority (MPA) Singapore.
Conducted at: Mumbai, Lonavala, Chennai & Delhi
Objective:
This course provides understanding of safety on oil tanker, pollution prevention, operational practice and
obligation under applicable laws and regulations for masters, chief engineers, officers and any other person with
immediate responsibility for the loading, discharging and care in transit or handling of cargo. It comprises of a
specialized training programme appropriate to their duties. The course takes full account of section A-V/1 of the
STCW Code adopted by the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watch Keeping
for Seafarers 1978, as amended.
Subject Areas:
Regulations and codes of practice
Design and equipment of oil tankers
Cargo characteristics
Cargo operations
Repair and maintenance
Emergency operations
Boiler combustion control
Helicopter tanker operations
Double hull tankers
Oil pollution liabilities and compensation
Cargo calculation
Crude oil washing
Transportation losses and commercial aspects of tanker operations
USP:
1 Exposure to tank and actual system
2 Candidates updated on latest regulations
3 Actual case studies discussed
4 Supported by liquid cargo handling simulator
Eligibility:
Any seafarer who have completed an approved firefighting course and holding A certificate of competency of
any level + has a TANKFAM course certificate or 3 months sea service on tanker as an officer OR A Management
level certificate of competency.