RYA Short Range Radio Certificate (DSC Certificate)

RYA qualification, Evening, School of Marine Operations

Course overview

This course covers the use of a VHF Radio equipped with Digital Selective Calling (DSC). This replaces the previous VHF Radio Operators Certificate and is part of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). All VHF Radio users need to obtain this certificate to operate their radios safely and legally.

Course entry qualifications

RYA VHF/DSC Radio – Certificate

Start date

This course runs throughout the academic year subject to demand

Duration

3 Evenings
Evenings: by arrangement
Times: 6pm-9pm

Course content

Radio rules and regulations
Operation of Marine VHF/DSC equipment
Basic Radio Language
Making calls to other stations
Sending a Distress Message
Routine Alerts and other calls
Knowledge of Phonetic Alphabets
Use of different VHF Channels

Course leaders

Asad Gilani

Contact

Rena Dewart. Tel: 0141 565 2700. Email: maritime@gcns.ac.uk

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