Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS)
MCA-approved, Full-time, School of Marine Operations
Course overview
ECDIS training programme to meet the specific interests of the following types of users:
• Commercial shipping
• Tug operators
• Fishery fleets
• Naval fleets
• Research vessels and other specialised applications
• Coast Guard, Police and Customs vessels
Course entry qualifications
No Pre-Requisites
Start date
TBA
Duration
3 Days
Course content
Understanding of the basic principles governing ENC data and its proper display in ECDIS.
Use of navigational functions associated with route planning and monitoring; the ability to select, display, and interpret relevant information, and knowing what proper action to take in case of malfunction.
ECDIS-related limitations
Errors of interpretation, overreliance, and complacency.
Contact
Lyndsey Rossborough / Ian Cheshire. Tel: 0141 565 2711. Email: marine.short.courses@gcns.ac.uk
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