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Electronic Chart Display & Instrumentation System (ECDIS)

This 5 day course covers the theory and practical components of using and IMO approved ECDIS. This course utilizes the MPT SMART™ Simulation Center. Trainees use ECDIS Equipment and Ship Simulators. This course will satisfy the ECDIS Training Requirements of STCW A-II/2 and A-II/1 for deck officers standing watch on an ECDIS equipped vessel.

Subjects Include:

• Use, Installation and Correction of Electronic Charts


• Validity of sensor data (including radar overlay)


• Potential Errors or Interpretation


• Selecting Operating Settings and Alarms for Route Monitoring


• Navigational Calculations
  
• Route Planning and Scheduling


• Accessing Ship’s Log and Data Playback Functions


• ARPA, and AIS Trial Maneuver Functions