| Vessel Damage Control |
- Transverse Stability: Center of gravity ($G$), center of buoyancy ($B$), vessel equilibrium, initial stability, transverse righting arm.
- Movement experienced by $G$ when loading, shifting, or discharging a weight.
- Longitudinal Stability: Longitudinal righting arm, longitudinal metacentre.
- Stability inclining experiment.
- Trim: Change of trim when loading, shifting, or discharging a weight.
- Master frame (midship section), longitudinal center of flotation.
- General knowledge of hydrostatic tables and curves.
- Free Surface: Effects of free surface and its calculation.
- Vessel Motions: Rolling motion, rolling period.
- General concepts regarding wave characteristics and their relationship with wind.
- Parametric synchronism.
- Vessel behavior in waves.
- Flooding: Types of flooding, calculations, characteristics of a flooded compartment.
- Vessel efficiency and energy consumption.
- Grounding: Types of grounding, dry-docking, stresses, effects, planning, and precautions.
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Maintain the seaworthiness of the vessel. |
| Electronic Navigation and Primary Systems |
- Voyage and navigation planning under all conditions, utilizing generally accepted track-plotting methods on the high seas, taking into account: restricted waters, meteorological conditions, ice, reduced visibility, traffic separation schemes (TSS), Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) zones, and areas with severe tidal effects.
- Bridge Procedure Guide.
- Digital Nautical Publications (weekly updates), Electronic Navigational Chart (ENC) corrections.
- Content of IMO Model Course 1.27 – Operational use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS): Navigation with ECDIS. Knowledge of the capability and limitations of ECDIS operations… [including ENC data, accuracy, presentation rules, and the use of integrated AIS/Radar functions].
- Meteorology.
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Employ ECDIS and other navigational aid equipment to conduct safe navigation. |
| Meteorology and Oceanography |
- Prevailing winds in the region. Clouds: classification.
- Atmospheric pressure: barometers, types, and readings.
- Temperature: thermometers, types.
- Weather interpretation using a barometer and thermometer.
- Oceanography: Ocean current systems, ocean currents, currents in national waters.
- Tides: Definition, characteristics, and use of nautical publications on currents and tides.
- Ability to interpret information obtained from shipboard meteorological instruments.
- Knowledge of various weather systems, reporting procedures, and recording systems.
- Ability to apply available meteorological information.
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Take decisions in adverse meteorological conditions. |
| Vessel Maneuvering, Operations III, and Radio Medicine |
- International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs): purpose and application. Annexes regarding the safety of navigation.
- Maneuvering and shiphandling operations under all conditions: approaching a vessel or pilot station…
- Shiphandling in rivers, taking into account the effects of currents, wind, and restricted waters.
- Maneuvering in shallow waters.
- Berthing and unberthing under various wind and tidal conditions.
- Entering dry dock with or without damage.
- Shiphandling and management during storms, rendering assistance to a vessel in distress, and conducting towing operations.
- Maneuvering an unhandy (difficult to manage) vessel.
- Reducing leeway and making proper use of oil.
- Precautions when launching lifeboats or liferafts in bad weather.
- Emergency measures: precautions when grounding a vessel; refloating; actions after a collision; temporary plugging of leaks (water ingress).
- Content of IMO Model Course 1.15 – Medical Care (Radio Medicine).
- Use of the IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP).
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Maneuver the vessel and operate propulsion machinery in minor vessels. Respond to emergencies. Participate in coordination plans for medical assistance to vessels. |
| Technical Maritime English II |
- Vessel management procedures. Certifications.
- Communication with Port Authorities.
- Vessel-to-tugboat interface (Maneuvers).
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Employ written and spoken English. |
| Cargo Handling and Stowage |
- Principles of stowage. Stowage factors. Broken stowage volume and weight.
- Broken stowage loss.
- Protection of the vessel and cargo.
- Direct relationship between vessel stability and cargo stowage.
- Securing or lashing of cargo.
- Cargo planning: cargo plans and final stowage.
- International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG Code).
- Prevention of pollution (MARPOL Annex III): Regulations for the Prevention of Pollution by Harmful Substances Carried by Sea in Packaged Form.
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Plan a safe stowage strategy and maintain care during the voyage. |
| Maritime Safety and Security |
- Port State Control.
- National Aquatic Administration.
- National and International Standardization Regulations.
- International Maritime Organization (Maritime Safety Committee).
- International Safety Management (ISM) Code.
- Statutory Documents required by the aquatic administration.
- International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.
- Shipboard work organization: structure, functions, schedules, and rest periods.
- Emergency Procedures: Contingency Plan, actions following a collision, grounding, fire, or loss of steering.
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Contribute to vessel management and personal safety. |
