Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS)
Course Description
This course equips students with the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to keep a safe navigational watch using Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), interfaced with other onboard equipment to maintain safety of navigation.
Eligibility
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Minimum six months bridge watchkeeping sea time supported by bridge watchkeeping testimonials; or
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Candidates on MNTB/MCA approved training programmes leading to a first Certificate of Competency
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All students shall have knowledge and understanding of passage planning and Electronic Navigational Equipment which includes Radar, ARPA, GNSS, Echo-Sounder, etc. (i.e., candidates en route to OOW Yacht <3,000GT and other relevant CoCs issued by the MCA).
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Students shall verbally confirm on the day that they are fit and well enough to participate in practical exercises.
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Non-Indian participants are required to hold a Valid Student Visa to India to attend the course. For students from countries where embassies do not issue Student Visas for short courses, a Business or relevant visa may be submitted, provided it includes the endorsement: "Maritime Training at HIMT Offshore." Additionally, HIMT will also provide the Visa Letter, if required, upon successful booking of the course.
Documents Required
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Company Letter/ Master’s Testimonial Confirming Minimum six months bridge watchkeeping sea time has been completed (OR) UK CoC
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2 Passport size Photos
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Student Visa (for foreign candidates)
Details
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Candidates need to carry their original passport and CDC on the first day of the course for Identity verification.
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Dress Code : Collarless T.Shirts, Shorts, Sandals, Bathroom slippers are not permitted for Physical Classes
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Batch will be confirmed subject to meeting a minimum of 3 participants.