Course aim
The overall aim of the Ship Handling Course is to provide further knowledge of how to safely and efficiently handle larger vessels under influence of various met-ocean conditions (wind, waves and current) and in the port. Furthermore, the course aims to enhance pilot skills through practical exercises in the simulator in normal as well as in emergency conditions (loss of propulsion, thrusters etc.).
The course didactic materials are written in English and the course will be held in English unless otherwise agreed.
Course objectives
On completion of the course, the trainees are expected to be able to:
- To become familiar with, and get a thorough understanding of, physical elements influencing the maneuvering of the vessel;
- Describe the operation of computers;
- To recognize situations in which tugs are used for maneuvering the ship;
- To know details about Bernoulli, pivot point, propulsion, rudders, bow and stern thrusters and Constant Rate of Turn techniques;
- To perform specific maneuvers, anchoring and emergency operations under the influence of wind and current, bank effect, ship-ship interaction, squat and shallow water.
Entry requirements for enrollment
You have to fulfill one of the following conditions
- Valid CoC according to STCW including 2010 Manila amendments, 2017 edition. Table A-II/1 and A-II/2.
Register online
You will receive by email the confirmation of your registration and an application form
After you fill out the application form please send it to one of the following e-mail
tc.registration@cmu-edu.eu
After you fill out the application form please send it to one of the following e-mail
tc.registration@cmu-edu.eu
Certificate
On successful completion of Ship Handling Course, the trainees will receive the Certificate for course completion.