arrangements for: hnc nautical science group award code

Arrangements for: HNC Nautical Science

Group Award Code: G8F5 15

HND Nautical Science Group Award Code: G8E8 16

Validation date: June 2006

Date of original publication: October 2007

Version: 01

Acknowledgement SQA acknowledges the valuable contribution that Scotland’s colleges have made to the development of Higher National qualifications.

History of changes It is anticipated that changes will take place during the life of the qualification, and this section will record these changes. This document is the latest version and incorporates the changes summarised below. Version number Description Date Authorised by

Contents 1 Introduction...................................................................................................... 1 2 Rationale for the development of the Group Awards ...................................... 1 2.1 Consultation and market research.................................................................... 2 3 Aims of the Group Awards.............................................................................. 5 3.1 General aims of the Group Awards ................................................................. 6 3.2 Specific aims of the Group Awards................................................................. 7 3.2.1 Specific aims of the HNC Nautical Science .................................................... 7 3.2.2 Specific aims of the HND Nautical Science .................................................... 7 3.3 Target groups ................................................................................................... 7 3.3.1 Non-seafarers................................................................................................... 9 3.4 Employment Opportunities within the wider maritime sector......................... 9 4 Access to Group Awards ............................................................................... 10 4.1 Entry guidelines ............................................................................................. 10 4.1.1 Standard Grade entrants................................................................................. 10 4.1.2 Higher/A Level entrants (less than 120 UCAS points).................................. 10 4.1.3 Higher/A Level entrants (more than 120 UCAS points) ............................... 10 4.1.4 Mature serving seafarers................................................................................ 11 4.1.5 Non-seafarers................................................................................................. 11 4.2 Progression from HND Year 1 to HND Year 2............................................. 11 4.3 Recommended Core Skills entry levels ......................................................... 12 5 Group Award structure .................................................................................. 13 5.1 Framework of HNC and HND Nautical Science........................................... 13 5.1.1 Framework of HNC Nautical Science ........................................................... 13 5.1.2 Framework of HND Nautical Science ........................................................... 14 5.1.3 Graded Units.................................................................................................. 15 5.1.4 Link Between Graded Units and MCA Safety Examinations ....................... 16 5.1.5 Core Skills Entry and Exit levels................................................................... 16 5.2 Mapping information ..................................................................................... 17 5.2.1 Mapping of the aims of the Group Award to individual Units ...................... 17 5.2.2 Mapping of National Occupational Standards to individual Units ................ 17 5.3 Articulation, professional recognition and credit transfer ............................. 18 5.3.1 Articulation and progression.......................................................................... 18 5.3.2 Credit Transfer arrangements ........................................................................ 18 6 Approaches to Delivery and Assessment....................................................... 19 6.1 Content and Context ...................................................................................... 19 6.2 Core Skills ..................................................................................................... 21 6.3 Assessment .................................................................................................... 22 6.4 Graded Units.................................................................................................. 26 6.4.1 Management of Graded Units........................................................................ 27 6.4.2 Suggested approaches to assessment ............................................................. 28 6.5 Open Learning ............................................................................................... 28 6.6 Indicative training programmes for target groups ......................................... 29 6.6.1 Officer Trainees following the route to ‘OOW Unlimited’ Certificate Level and then progressing to ‘Chief Mate Unlimited’ by either VQ or non-VQ routes ............................................................................................................. 29 6.6.2 Officer Trainees holding a UK MCA ‘OOW’ Unlimited Certificate or non UK equivalent progressing to a ‘Chief Mate Unlimited’ Certificate............. 32 6.6.3 Experienced seafarers following the non-VQ route to 'OOW Unlimited' Certificate Level ............................................................................................ 33 7 General information for centres..................................................................... 34 7.1 Candidates with disabilities and/or additional support needs ........................ 34 7.2 Internal and external verification................................................................... 34

7.3 The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency requirements ............................. 34 7.4 Merchant Navy Training Board requirements ............................................... 35 8 General information for candidates ............................................................... 35 9 Glossary of Terms.......................................................................................... 36 10 Appendices .................................................................................................... 37 Appendix 1: The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency Requirements ............................ 38 Appendix 2: MGN 8 (M).................................................................................................... 42 Appendix 3: MGN 91 (M).................................................................................................. 43 Appendix 4: MGN 92 (M).................................................................................................. 44 Appendix 5: MNTB Working Schedule............................................................................. 45 Appendix 6: Credit Transfer Arrangements HNC.............................................................. 46 Appendix 6a: Credit Transfer Arrangements HND.............................................................. 48 Appendix 7: Exemplar Questionnaire ................................................................................ 51 Appendix 7a: Exemplar Questionnaire ................................................................................ 54 Appendix 8: Mapping of Aims of the HNC to individual Units ........................................ 61 Appendix 9: Mapping of Aims to HND Units.................................................................... 63 Appendix 10: Professional Diploma Programme................................................................. 66 Appendix 11: Main Stream/Alternative Route Programme ................................................. 68 Appendix 12: Core Skills Mapping to HNC Nautical Science............................................. 71 Appendix 14: Mapping of Old NOS to new NOS................................................................ 77 Appendix 15: NOS Mapping of HNC Nautical Science ...................................................... 80 Appendix 16: NOS Mapping of HND Nautical Science ...................................................... 82 Appendix 17: STCW 95 Mapping of HNC Units ................................................................ 85 Appendix 18: STCW 95 Mapping of HND part 2 Units ...................................................... 96

Arrangements Document: HNC Nautical Science (G8F5 15) and HND Nautical Science (G8E8 16)

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1 Introduction

This is the Arrangements Document for the revised HNC and HND in Nautical Science which were validated in 2006. This document includes: background information on the development of the Group Award, its aims, guidance on access, details of the Group Award structure, and guidance on delivery. The document also includes details on the Graded Units and their relationship to the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) safety examinations, administered by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA). These newly revised awards replace the previous Nautical Science HNC (G5VW15) and HND (G5VX 16).

2 Rationale for the development of the Group Awards

The HNC and HND Nautical Science have been developed to deliver the underpinning knowledge required for Merchant Navy Certificates of Competence as defined in the IMO convention on the Standards of Training and Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW 95). This underpinning knowledge is clearly defined in STCW 95 and has been further clarified by both the UK Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) and the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). The knowledge and skills developed in the suite of Units within the HND match the underpinning knowledge required for Chief Mate Certification and those of the HNC match the underpinning knowledge required for Officer of the Watch (OOW) Certification. (However, candidates aspiring to OOW certification will be required to undertake additional HN Units, see section 5.1.1). For the safety of life at sea and the protection of the marine environment, it is essential that seafarers have a level of competence that enables them to carry out their duties safely and effectively. Accordingly it is a requirement of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) that merchant vessels are operated by seafarers who hold a ‘Certificate of Competency’ which attests to their competence at the level or rank for which they are employed. The current requirements are detailed in the IMO ‘Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping’ convention as amended in 1995, commonly referred to as ‘STCW 95’. As a signatory to IMO, the UK Government is responsible for ensuring compliance with STCW 95 on board UK registered merchant vessels and by seafarers seeking to gain UK Certificates of Competency. This task is undertaken by the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), which is part of the Department of the Environment, Transport and the Regions (DETR). See Appendix 1 for details of the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency requirements.


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2.1 Consultation and market research

The consultation phase of the revision

Under the supervision of the MNTB, the UK maritime sector, undertook a major review in 2004/2005 of the arrangements for training and certification of UK seafarers and cadet training in particular. The review took the form of a major consultation exercise, involving UK shipping companies and employers, port authorities, the Maritime Skills Alliance, training establishments, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), union representatives from the main seafarers unions and many other interested parties. The remit of the review was to determine the type of future officer that the shipping industry required and the mechanisms required to deliver the necessary training and certification structures. As a result of consultation it was decided that there was a need to attract Officer Trainee entrants with higher academic qualifications than those at present, and that there was a definite additional need for more management and soft skills than the present system afforded. This resulted in the introduction of a Foundation Degree-based training programme in England and Wales, coming into effect in session 2006/2007. In Scotland however, providers of HNC and HND Nautical Science in consultation with the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) formed a Qualifications Design Team (QDT) in 2005, with a view to developing a suitable single award that would provide the respective underpinning knowledge for STCW 95 as required by the MNTB in Scotland. This was reflected in the development of the revised HND. Evidence of consultation Extensive consultation between the QDT, MNTB, MCA, SQA and the UK shipping industry has been carried out in developing these Group Awards. The MNTB in their role of overseeing the review of cadet training throughout the UK have held various consultation meetings with which the QDT have been involved. These meetings took the form of a steering group, which had representatives from the marine colleges’ senior management team and also working groups at which both colleges, shipping companies, seafarers unions and other interested parties attended. A copy of the working plan is attached as Appendix 5. The reports of each of the meetings are available from the MNTB. Market research The MNTB employed consultants to carry out extensive market research into the perceived training needs of employers within the marine industry and how this training could be delivered.


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The market research identified the need to: ♦ raise the levels of management skills in the workforce in particular the

management of health, risk and safety ♦ increase the attractiveness of the sector by ensuring there are attractive career

paths that provide compatible qualifications that are viable ♦ provide good communications between people working in often dangerous

environments ♦ develop a coherent qualifications framework for the sector ♦ develop a Foundation Degree or Scottish equivalent ♦ address management skills issues and attract a higher standard of entry. An open seminar was also attended by all the major UK shipping companies, plus representatives for the SQA and MCA. The purpose of this seminar was to explain the proposed training of Officer Trainees, in Scotland. There was broad agreement for the proposals of the HNC and HND in Nautical Science and that it would continue to be highly effective means of delivery of the underpinning knowledge required by STCW 95. Management and leadership skills which were identified by the MNTB consultation are contained within the HND Nautical Science, but may be supplemented by a Professional Development Award at SCQF level 9, which will also include elements of work based learning. It was agreed that a combination of the HNC and HND Nautical Science and a Professional Development Award at SCQF level 9 would certainly meet, if not exceed, the overall requirements of the marine industry. The QDT also carried out two rounds of market research. The first consisted of a questionnaire sent out to 40 companies. The questionnaires focussed on the requirement for Core Skills within the awards and copies of these are given in Appendices 7 and 7a. Analysis of the results can be summarised as follows: Communication All respondents thought that the three strands of reading, writing and oral communication were very important. All respondents indicated that development of these skills was a requirement, whilst the majority considered that assessment was necessary. Numeracy All respondents thought that of the skill’s components, Using Number was essential and Using Graphical Information was very important. It was felt by all respondents that both required development within the HNC/HND and a majority felt the need Using Number to be assessed. Information Technology There was some variance on the perceived value of IT skills ranging from views that they were very important, were quite important and only fairly important. However, all thought that the opportunity should be available to develop IT skills within the awards.


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Problem Solving All respondents felt that Critical Thinking was very important and a majority felt that it should be assessed within the Units comprising the award. Planning and Organisation and Reviewing and Evaluating were views by all respondents as components that should be developed within the awards. Working with Others All respondents felt that this particular skill was very important, given the nature and importance of ships’ crews in the modern marine industry. A majority felt that this skill should be assessed within the awards.

Additionally the following comments/views on Core Skills were expressed: Communication: Officer Trainees must be able to interpret technical

reports and manuals, compile reports, give clear instructions, and communicate within a group.

Numeracy: Numeracy is essential for calculations involving

navigation and stability, and trainees must be capable of rapid manual calculations. Numeracy is required for interpretation of diagrams and computer generated data and diagrams, plus statistics.

Information Technology: There is a need for Officer Trainees to be proficient

in using software applications. The use of IT in navigation systems was also highlighted.

Problem Solving: Decision making ability was underlined as a major

requirement, together with being able to consider safety requirements when undertaking a task. Planning of work and maintenance was also emphasised, as was the importance of learning from debrief sessions and reports.

Working with Others: It was considered that this was an essential quality

with modern multinational crew. As well as the need for teamwork, respect for personal values was highlighted.

It was agreed by the QDT to adopt a Core Skills strategy that would provide opportunities for the development of Core Skills throughout the Group Awards. This strategy focuses on signposting opportunities for skills development in the core Units of the award. The Graded Units integrate the knowledge and skills developed, and provide further opportunities for candidates to enhance their transferable skills. The second round of market research consisted of questionnaires and was targeted at marine employers. The purpose of this research was to obtain views on the proposed content of the HNC and HND and its relevance to the shipping industry. Whilst there was a relatively low response rate, the areas covered by the questionnaire had been covered at length within the consultation process organised by the MNTB, and also in the GCNS seminar.


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On the question of the title, the majority of respondents agreed that it reflected the content of the qualification, that it reflected the demands of the vocational area and that it related well to professional bodies in the maritime sector. On the content of both HNC and HND, all respondents felt that this reflected the aspirations of employers. Comments on additional aims in Questions 2 and 3, which were taken into account during development, included the following: Cross cultural communications and management of multinational crews should be included in the HNC Nautical Science. Increased expertise in management and leadership would be required within the industry and this should be taken into account when developing awards. A summary of the Unit content and aims had been included with each questionnaire and all respondents agreed with the proposed content and Units. Each of the noted skill areas were identified as ‘very relevant’ by all respondents.

3 Aims of the Group Awards

The HNC and HND Nautical Science comprise an important component in the requirements for UK Officer Trainees Certificates of Competency, to the extent that they are quoted in paragraph 9.0 of MGN No 8 from the MCA (see Appendix 2; note: HNC is referred to as ‘HND part 1’ in this guidance note). The use of the HNC and HND Nautical Science to provide the academic knowledge underpinning MCA Certificates of Competency has worked very successfully since 1984, including during and since the introduction of SVQs in the mid 1990s. There is no reason to suggest that this will not continue for the extended future. The use of the HNC and HND Nautical Science with its wide range of nautical subjects providing the academic requirements for Certificates of Competency has long been recognised for several reasons as follows: ♦ An HNC and HND commands respect among young people, their parents and

careers advisors. ♦ As part of the overall training scheme the HNC and HND works well and

produces an outcome which matches the needs of employers, in that it provides officers who are adaptable to change, flexible in their roles and attitudes and able to move from ship to ship, having a thorough understanding of their duties.

♦ An HNC and HND provide the type of officer who is in great demand worldwide. Currently this demand exceeds supply and all successful candidates obtain immediate employment.

♦ An HNC and HND used as the means of delivering the UPK of a SVQ, automatically ensures the academic rigour of the vocational qualification through the use of existing internal and external moderation systems. This will continue for the immediate future as explained above.

♦ An HND is recognised by Higher Education Institutions to the extent that in many cases it enables direct progression into the 2nd year or above of many degree programmes.

♦ The HNC and HND provide status and are seen by the industry as a valuable base for progression to shore-based employment within the individual company structure.


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♦ The HNC and HND are recognised internationally and there remains a high demand for the qualifications as part of an MN Certificate of Competency from numerous foreign nationals at all levels.

♦ The HNC and HND Nautical Science also provide the skills and knowledge relevant to many shore-based careers in the operational aspects of shipping, including ship management, cargo handling, pilotage, towage, pollution control, surveying, port control and other marine related occupations.

♦ The HNC and HND awards allow for great flexibility in delivery to wider range of entry qualifications.

The HNC and HND Nautical Science will ensure that the provision of seafarer training in the Scotland matches similar training elsewhere in the UK and also allows for a diverse entry and exit profile within the industry. It is expected that the HNC and HND will allow for easy progression to higher qualifications for those seafarers not enrolled on Officer Trainee training schemes, and in addition, those seafarers from overseas who wish to progress towards a first UK Certificate of competency and beyond. The development of new higher level awards such as the Professional Development Award in Marine Management should allow holders of a Nautical Science HND to obtain employment ashore at later stages in the seagoing career. Employers and the Merchant Navy Training Board have been consulted on the content of the proposed award and all fully support changes in this revision of the Group Awards. The Group Awards have been rewritten, particularly the HND, in order that they comply with the SQA 2003 design principles. As part of this rewrite both awards now also detail the proposed Core Skills exit profile which ties in with the MNTB Core Skills mapping for the Industry National Occupational Standards (NOS).

3.1 General aims of the Group Awards

The HNC and HND have a number of general aims which can be summarised as follows: ♦ To develop the ability to analyse and plan tasks commonly encountered in the

work place ♦ To develop approaches to problem solving and critical thinking ♦ To develop an evaluative and reflective approach to work and studies ♦ To develop the ability to work and communicate effectively with others ♦ To develop the ability to plan and organise studies and research ♦ To develop skills for employability and progression to higher qualifications ♦ To enable the candidate to consolidate knowledge and skills to enhance career

progression. ♦ To enable the candidate to develop skills to enhance their own personal

development. ♦ To develop Core Skills which are capable of being transferred to any type of

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3.2 Specific aims of the Group Awards

3.2.1 Specific aims of the HNC Nautical Science

1 To enable candidates to obtain a Certificate of Competency as an Officer Trainee.

2 Prepares candidates for the responsibility of keeping a watch at sea and in port. 3 Develops skills to enable candidates to effectively navigate a vessel by

traditional and modern means. 4 Develops skills to enable candidates to operate a vessel in a safe and effective

manner. 5 Develops skills to enable candidates to work with others in a safe and effective

manner. 6 Develops skills to deal with emergency situations. 7 Develops awareness of current maritime legislation. 8 Prepares candidates for the MCA written and Oral examinations at Officer of

the Watch level. 3.2.2 Specific aims of the HND Nautical Science

9 Develops the skills required to manage and control the safe navigation of the vessel in all conditions.

10 Develops the skills required to manage and control vessel operations in compliance with current legislation.

11 Develops a sound understanding of shipboard management issues and techniques. 12 Develops a sound understanding of the ship Masters role with respect to the legal

aspects of managing the navigation and operation of the vessel. 13 Develops an understanding of the vessels propulsion maintenance and engineering

requirements. 14 Prepares candidates for the MCA written and Oral examinations at both Officer of

the Watch level and, in the case of mature seafarers, Chief Mate Level.

Other differences between the HNC and HND Group Awards can be summarised as follows: ♦ Entry requirements ♦ Depth of knowledge and understanding required for HND Units compared with

HNC Units ♦ The level of responsibility as defined under STCW 95 ♦ Possible progression routes into higher education The links between the above aims and the individual HN Units, for both the HNC and the HND are shown in Appendix 8 and 9.

3.3 Target groups Access onto both the HNC and HND programmes are at the discretion of the centre however the following guidelines should be borne in mind. Candidates for the HNC and HND Nautical Science fall into the following two categories: new entrants and mature entrants.


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New entrants to the Merchant Navy

These candidates will be new entrants to the shipping industry who hold the requisite school leaving qualifications detailed below. They will all follow one of a number of programmes of planned training which are described below which uses the HNC and HND as the mode for delivery of the underpinning knowledge required by STCW 95. Officer Trainee entrants Candidates can be broadly split into three main groups: Group (1) Entrants with basic Standard Grade/GSCE qualifications. Group (2) Entrants with Higher Grade/Advanced Higher/A Level qualifications below a threshold of 120 UCAS points. Group (3) Entrants with Higher Grade/Advanced Higher/A Level qualifications above a threshold of 120 UCAS points. The distinction between 2 and 3 is a result of the review carried out by the MNTB as detailed in Appendix 1. Basically, those candidates identified in Group (3) above, will follow a fast track programme similar to that developed in England, which will have, ‘added value’, in the form of additional management studies. Group (3) will also complete a programme of work based learning as opposed to the current SVQ/NVQ programmes. It is intended that this group of candidates will take the optional HN Unit Marine Engineering Systems in Part 2 of the HND Nautical Science. Initially it is intended that Groups (1) and (2) above, will follow similar programmes to those that Officer Trainee entrants complete at the present time. The exact structure of such programmes is currently under review by the MNTB/MCA and the eventual future of the SVQ/NVQ in these programmes has yet to be decided. Candidates who are Standard Grade entrants may enrol on either the HNC or HND, depending on the final outcome of consultations between the MNTB, MCA and major stakeholders in the maritime sector. It is expected that Higher and A Level candidates who have less than 120 UCAS points would follow a similar programme to that which already exists. It is unlikely that these candidates will be exempted from the safety papers at either OOW or Chief Mate level, therefore it is recommended that these two groups of candidates would take the Safety Management Systems Unit instead of the Marine Engineering Systems Unit if progressing to HND Part 2. Both groups would initially complete a Marine Foundation Course prior to entry on the main HNC and HND Nautical Science course. Candidates currently enrolled on level 2 and 3 SVQ will retain the option of progression by achieving the level 4 SVQ in Merchant Vessel Operations or opting for the non-VQ route.


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Mature serving seafarers

This group of candidates will comprise mature serving seafarers who are undertaking either the HNC or HND Nautical Science in order to progress their professional qualifications to either ‘Officer of the Watch Unlimited’ or ‘Chief Mate Unlimited’ level respectively. Access can be via either the VQ or non-VQ routes to MCA Certification. The entry requirements are fully detailed by the UK MCA in their ‘Marine Guidance Notes’ (MGNs) and comprise minimum levels of relevant industrial experience and existing marine certification. The current MGNs form Appendices 2, 3 and 4 of this document.

3.3.1 Non-seafarers

To date there has been no demand from non-seafarers to enrol on the HNC or HND in Nautical Science. However, there may eventually be a demand for some of the new HN Units from shore based concerns within the overall maritime base, following review of the wider maritime sector.

3.4 Employment Opportunities within the wider maritime sector The HNC Nautical Science can provide an excellent understanding of the operation of a marine vessel for a candidate who does not intend to go to sea as a serving Officer Trainee. It can be utilised by anyone wishing to obtain employment in a shore based position within the wider maritime sector. Examples of possible career paths are: ♦ Ship Management ♦ Port and Harbour Operations ♦ Freight and Transportation Operations ♦ Marine Insurance Industry ♦ Ship Broking and Chartering ♦ The wider Maritime Safety Industry, eg Safety Equipment Manufacturers,

Meteorological Services, Pollution Prevention Services etc. As well as UK Officer Trainees, the qualifications can be used for overseas candidates wishing to obtain a UK Certificate of Competency. They can also be used by mature seafarers who are either progressing towards an OOW Certificate of Competency or who already possess their OOW qualification and wish to progress to the Chief Mate Unlimited Certificate. In this respect both awards proved to be extremely versatile. The award of an HND Nautical Science allows even for candidates perhaps not wishing to progress to a seagoing career, to gain an overall understanding of both shipboard operations and the legal requirements regarding transportation of goods by sea. In addition to the career paths mentioned above, the HND will allow candidates to enter the following career paths: ♦ Personal Management within the marine industry ♦ Naval Architecture and Ship Building ♦ Hydrographic Surveying


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4 Access to Group Awards 4.1 Entry guidelines

Access onto both the HNC and HND programmes are at the discretion of the centre however the following guidelines for minimum entry standards should be borne in mind:

4.1.1 Standard Grade entrants Standard Grade passes at a minimum of Grade 3 or GCSE passes at a minimum of Grade C or a pass at Intermediate 2 in: (i) Mathematics (Standard Grade at Grade 2) (ii) English, or a subject involving the use of English (iii) A science subject with a significant content of a physical science (iv) One other subject OR: Completion of a Marine Foundation Course which includes at least the following: (i) All mandatory STCW 95 Elementary Courses (ii) Mathematics — Numeracy, Algebra, Spherical and Plane Trigonometry, Geometry to a standard to allow smooth progression into the HNC/HND Nautical Science. (iii) HN Unit D75X 34 IT Applications Software 1 or equivalent. (iv) Six months industrial experience.

4.1.2 Higher/A Level entrants (less than 120 UCAS points)

Standard Grade passes at Grade 3 or better (Mathematics to Grade 2) or GCSE passes at Grade C or better or a pass at Intermediate 2 in: (i) Mathematics. (ii) English or a subject involving the use of English. (iii) A Science subject with a significant content of a Physical Science. (iv) One other subject. AND: At least two Higher Level passes, of which one should be either Mathematics or a Physical Science subject, or at least one ‘A’ Level pass in Mathematics or a Physical Science.

4.1.3 Higher/A Level entrants (more than 120 UCAS points)

Standard Grade passes at Grade 3 or better (Mathematics to Grade 2) or GCSE passes at Grade C or better or a pass at Intermediate 2 in: (i) Mathematics. (ii) English or a subject involving the use of English. (iii) A Science subject with a significant content of a Physical Science. (iv) One other subject.


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AND: At least two Higher Level passes, of which one should be either Mathematics or a Physical Science subject, or at least one ‘A’ Level pass in Mathematics or a Physical Science. The grades achieved in the above must be such that the total UCAS tariff for the Highers, A Levels or Advanced Highers is in excess of 120. Consideration would be given to candidates with alternative subjects at Higher, A Level or Advanced Higher provided that the grades at Standard Grade/GCSE were of an acceptable standard. Enrolment on the programme would be at the discretion of individual centres, but the overriding criteria should be that the candidate has sufficient mathematical ability to successfully complete the programme. Consideration will also be given to postgraduate entrants with a degree in a relevant discipline.

4.1.4 Mature serving seafarers

This group of candidates will comprise mature serving seafarers who are undertaking either the HNC or HND Nautical Science in order to progress their professional qualifications to either ‘Officer of the Watch Unlimited’ or ‘Chief Mate Unlimited’ level respectively. Access can be via either the VQ or non-VQ routes to MCA Certification.

The entry requirements are fully detailed by the UK MCA in their ‘Marine Guidance Notes’ (MGNs) and comprise minimum levels of relevant industrial experience and existing marine certification. The current MGNs form Appendices 2, 3 and 4 of this document. There is no requirement for an English subject as an entry requirement. This is because the language used for communication at sea is English and all of the above group will already have substantial periods of seagoing experience. However it may be advisable for centres to screen any candidates who are not confident English speakers, in order that they can be given appropriate support within the college environment.

4.1.5 Non-seafarers Access for this group is at the discretion of the centre and consideration will be given to candidates’ past academic and employment history.

4.2 Progression from HND Year 1 to HND Year 2 Normally candidates who pass 15 HN Unit credits (120 SCQF points) including all the HNC Nautical Science mandatory Units will gain access to the HND Nautical Science year 2. In addition mature entrants must have previously been awarded an STCW 95 Officer of the Watch Unlimited Certificate of Competency by a National Administration.


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4.3 Recommended Core Skills entry levels The table below gives the recommended Core Skills entry level for the first year of HND Nautical Science. The same entry level would be recommended for the HNC Nautical Science.

Core Skills Recommended Entry Profile

Communication SCQF 4 Information Technology SCQF 4 Numeracy SCQF 4 Problem Solving SCQF 4 Working With Others SCQF 4


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5 Group Award structure 5.1 Framework of HNC and HND Nautical Science

5.1.1 Framework of HNC Nautical Science

Summary of design principles — HNCs will: ♦ be at SCQF level 7 and have 96 SCQF credit points (12 HN credits) ♦ have a minimum of 48 SCQF credits (6 HN credits) at level 7 ♦ have one Graded Unit of 8 SCQF points at SCQF level 7 ♦ have a mandatory section with a minimum of 48 SCQF credit points

(6 HN credits), including the Graded Unit For a candidate to achieve the HNC in Nautical Science, they would require to attain all of the mandatory Units of 96 SCQF credit points (12 SQA credits). These mandatory Units are also required for certification under STCW 95. Mandatory Units

Unit title Code SCQF credit points

SCQF level

SQA credit value

Chartwork and Tides F0LV 34 16 7 2 Navigational Mathematics and Science

F0M0 34 8 7 1

Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

F0LH 34 8 7 1

Bridge Watchkeeping F0LR 34 12 7 1.5 Marine Cargo Operations F0LM 34 12 7 1.5 Ship Stability: An Introduction F0LD 34 12 7 1.5 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction

F0LF 34 8 7 1

Celestial Navigation F0LS 35 12 8 1.5 Nautical Science Graded Unit 1 F13B 34 8 7 1 Total 96 12

Additionally for candidates who require an Officer of the Watch Certificate of Competency the following additional Units would be required: ♦ F0LK 34 Marine Emergency Response and Communication ♦ F0LJ 34 Marine Law and Management


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5.1.2 Framework of HND Nautical Science Summary of design principles — HNDs will: ♦ be at SCQF level 8 and have 240 SCQF credit points (30 HN credits) ♦ have a minimum of 64 SCQF credit points (8 HN credits) at level 8 ♦ have one Graded Unit of 8 SCQF points at level 7, plus 16 SCQF credit points ♦ of Graded Units at level 8 ♦ have a mandatory section with a minimum of 96 SCQF credit points, including ♦ the Graded Units For a candidate to achieve the HND in Nautical Science they would require to attain all of the mandatory Units of 232 SCQF credit points (29 SQA credits) and one optional Unit worth 8 SCQF credit points (1 SQA credit). These mandatory Units are also required for certification under STCW 95. Mandatory Units


SCQF level

SQA credit value

Chartwork and Tides F0LV 34 16 7 2 Navigational Mathematics and Science

F0M0 34 8 7 1

Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

F0LH 34 8 7 1

Bridge Watchkeeping F0LR 34 12 7 1.5 Marine Cargo Operations F0LM 34 12 7 1.5 Ship Stability: An Introduction F0LD 34 12 7 1.5 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction

F0LF 34 8 7 1

Celestial Navigation F0LS 35 12 8 1.5 Nautical Science Graded Unit 1 F13B 34 8 7 1 Marine Emergency Response and Communication

F0LK 34 8 7 1

Marine Law and Management F0LJ 34 8 7 1 Information Technology: Applications Software 1

D75X 34 8 7 1

Marine Passage Planning F0LG 35 12 8 1.5 Management of Bridge Operations F0LW 35 12 8 1.5 Applied Marine Meteorology F0LP 35 12 8 1.5 Ship Stability: Theory and Practical Application

F0LC 35 12 8 1.5

Marine Vessels: Structures and Maintenance

F0LY 35 8 8 1

Management of Vessel Operations F0LX 35 16 8 2 Shipmasters Business F0LN 35 16 8 2 Shipboard Management F0LB 35 8 8 1 Nautical Science Graded Unit 2 F13C 35 8 8 1 Nautical Science Graded Unit 3 F13D 35 8 8 1 Total 232 29


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Optional Units


SCQF level

SQA credit value

Marine Engineering Systems D78P 35 8 8 1 Safety Management Systems D5VR 35 8 8 1

5.1.3 Graded Units Graded Units are a means of ensuring that candidates have achieved the overall aims and objectives of the HNC/D by assessing the integration of knowledge and skills. There are three distinct Graded Units in the HND Award, the first of which also features in the HNC award. Nautical Science Graded Units 1 and 3 assess that candidates have been able to assimilate sufficient information across a range of Units to operate a vessel safely with regards to the stability, cargo and legislative requirements laid down by international law. ♦ Graded Unit 1 assesses the above at the level of operational responsibility as

defined in STCW 95.

♦ Grade Unit 3 assesses the above at the level of management responsibility as defined in STCW 95

Nautical Science Graded Unit 2 assesses that candidates have been able to assimilate sufficient information form a range of Units to navigate a vessel safely at the level of management responsibility as defined in STCW 95. Nautical Science Graded Unit 1 has been designed to meet the following specific aims of the HNC Nautical Science; Specific Aims 1, 2, 4, 8 Nautical Science Graded Unit 2 has been designed to meet the following specific aims of the HND Nautical Science; Specific Aims 9, 11, 12, 14 Nautical Science Graded Unit 3 has been designed to meet the following specific aims of the HND Nautical Science; Specific Aims 10, 11 ,12, 14

All Graded Units take the form of open-book examinations under supervised conditions. Candidates will have access to materials which have the approval by the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency. developed in the individual Units.


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5.1.4 Link Between Graded Units and MCA Safety Examinations The Graded Units all take the form of examinations, with the reasoning that they can help prepare candidates to sit the MCA safety examinations. These Units will always be taken prior to the MCA written examinations and can be used by candidates and teaching staff as a diagnostic tool to discover areas where candidates are weak or strong. This enables revision to be managed more effectively. As detailed in Appendix 1, the UK MCA requires candidates following a non-VQ route to certification to undertake safety examinations. Currently at both ‘OOW Unlimited’ and ‘Chief Mate Unlimited’ level, the safety examinations comprise two closed-book written examinations each of approximately 3 hours duration. The syllabus for each is set by the MCA with the pass criteria generally set at 60%. The production, moderation and marking of the examinations is administered throughout the UK by SQA Testing Services, on behalf of the MCA. The main intent of these is to draw together in a holistic way, the knowledge requirements of a certificate whilst providing a reliable independent assessment of candidate’s abilities. Clearly therefore, their purpose is similar to that of the SQA Graded Units. In view of the close similarity between Graded Units 2 and 3, and the MCA/SQA safety examinations at Chief mate level, candidates who achieve a pass in the appropriate safety examination will be given credit for the relevant Graded Unit as detailed in the table below. The grade awarded to the Graded Unit will be proportionate to the grade of pass in the Safety Examination, a copy of which is sent to all centres putting candidates forward. In the case of Graded Unit 1 there will be no equivalence to either of the two safety papers taken at Officer of the Watch level.

MCA Certificate Level

MCA/SQA Safety Examination

HNC/HND Nautical Science Graded Unit

Chief Mate Unlimited

Navigation HND Nautical Science Graded Unit 2

Chief Mate Unlimited

Stability HND Nautical Science Graded Unit 3

With respect to candidates currently following the VQ route to certification, whilst the MCA gives exemption from the appropriate level safety examinations upon successful completion of the appropriate SVQ in Merchant Vessel Operations, this exemption will not be extended to the proposed HNC and HND Nautical Science Graded Units.

5.1.5 Core Skills Entry and Exit levels There are opportunities in both Group Awards to develop the five Core Skills. Information Technology at SCQF level 6 is embedded in the HN Unit D75X 34 which is included in the HND Nautical Science.


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A matrix mapping Core Skills to individual Units can be found in Appendices 12 and 13. Table of Core Skills entry and exit levels:

Core Skills Recommended entry level

Recommended HNC exit level

Recommended HND exit level

Communication SCQF 4 SCQF 5 Signposted SCQF 6

Signposted Information Technology

SCQF 4 SCQF 5 Signposted SCQF 6 Embedded and

Signposted Numeracy SCQF 4 SCQF 5 Signposted SCQF 6

Signposted Problem Solving SCQF 4 SCQF 5 Signposted SCQF 6

Signposted Working With Others

SCQF 4 SCQF 5 Signposted SCQF 6 Signposted

Transferable skills and Core Skills have been built into the awards to allow easy progression between HNC and HND and onto further study or degree programmes. Information Technology has been included into the HND Nautical Science in order that the requirements of ship owners, can be met. Centres should wherever possible develop opportunities to integrate Core Skills within their teaching and learning programmes.

5.2 Mapping information 5.2.1 Mapping of the aims of the Group Award to individual Units

A mapping matrix of the aims of the HNC to the individual Units can be found in Appendix 8. A mapping matrix of the aims of the HND to the individual Units can be found in Appendix 9.

5.2.2 Mapping of National Occupational Standards to individual Units

In 2005/2006 a major review of the National Occupational Standards (NOS) within the Maritime sector was undertaken. The review was carried out as a consultation exercise instigated by the Merchant Navy Training Board and involved all the major shipping companies, training institutions and port and associated authorities plus representatives from the UK fishing industry.


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As a result of the review, a new set of NOS was devised which was more generic in nature than the previous NOS. These covered the wider maritime sector, rather than the mainstream Merchant Navy. The new NOS have been aligned to the HNC and HND in Nautical Science. The MNTB has reviewed the NOS mapping of the HNC/HND and confirmed that all the requirements have been met. A mapping matrix between the new and old NOS plus a mapping matrix of the new NOS to individual HNC/HND Units is contained in Appendices 14, 15 and 16 respectively.

5.3 Articulation, professional recognition and credit transfer 5.3.1 Articulation and progression

♦ Successful candidates who achieve the HND Nautical Science Group Award will

be eligible to apply for 2nd or 3rd year entry to a number of marine related degree programmes offered by a variety of higher education institutions. These include Glasgow, Strathclyde, Newcastle, Liverpool John Moores, Cardiff, Southampton and Plymouth Universities.

♦ Candidates successfully completing the HND Nautical Science may also articulate to an MSc programme in Marine Operations delivered at the City of London University.

♦ Successful candidates who achieve the HNC Nautical Science Group Award as a means of gaining a UK MCA ‘Officer of the Watch’ Unlimited Certificate, will be eligible to progress to complete the full HND Nautical Science Group Award at Chief Mate Unlimited level once they have gained the relevant Industrial Experience specified by the MCA.

♦ In addition those candidates who wish to change career and work ashore may, depending on academic performance in the HNC, be allowed to proceed directly onto Part 2 of the HND Nautical Science. These candidates whilst eligible for Certification at OOW level would not be able to use HND Part 2 as a route to Certification at Chief Mate level without first gaining the relevant industrial experience.

5.3.2 Credit Transfer arrangements

Credit transfer can be given where there is broad equivalence between the subject related content of the Unit (or combination of Units). It is recommended that centres consult current SQA Credit Transfer Arrangements and the guidance in Appendix 6/6a on credit transfer for mandatory Units within HNC/HND Nautical Science developed using 1988 design rules and the HNC/HND Nautical Science developed using the 2003 design principles. The credit transfer matrices in Appendices 6 and 6a have been verified by the External Verifier. Candidates who are given credit transfer between HN Units must still satisfy all other conditions of HNC/HND in Nautical Science developed using the 2003 design principles, including the mandatory Units and Graded Units, and the correct number of credits at the correct SCQF level.


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6 Approaches to Delivery and Assessment 6.1 Content and Context

The HNC and HND Nautical Science are designed to allow candidates to develop appropriate technical and practical skills, which will meet the requirements of employers, prepare candidates for the level of responsibility on board ship and allow future progression to higher rank within the industry or to enter higher education. It is not possible to quantify such technical and practice skills in exact detail. However, the best way to prepare candidates to meet the changing technical and practical requirements of the modern maritime industry is to ensure candidates have a solid foundation of theory and practice upon which they can build new knowledge, understanding and skills. Transferable skills and Core Skills have been built into the awards to allow easy progression between HNC and HND and thence onto higher education. Information Technology has been included into the HND Nautical Science in order that the requirements of ship owners can be met. Due to the fact that both Group Awards may be used as a vehicle to obtain a MCA Certificate of Competency, the majority of Units are mandatory. There is a choice of two optional Units in the HND Nautical Science, however within individual candidate groups, only one of these Units will be available. This is due to the Group Awards being used for exemptions from MCA Written examinations. This is discussed below in the section on Indicative Training Programmes. When centres are planning the delivery of the HNC or HND Nautical Science, the following guidance is worthy of note: HND Nautical Science Year 1 All Units at SCQF level 7 should be delivered prior to delivery of Units at SCQF level 8, preferably in year 1 of the HND by centres wishing to gain MNTB approval to award Certificates of Competency. The exception to this is Unit F0LS 35 Celestial Navigation. This should be included in the group of Units delivered in year 1 as it is a requirement for the award of an Officer of the Watch Certificate of Competency under STCW 95. It should also be noted that Unit F0M0 34 Navigational Mathematics and Science should be delivered either before or in conjunction with the Celestial Navigation Unit. F0M034 contains all the basic mathematical knowledge and concepts required for completion of F0LS35. The content of the Units complement each other and a firm understanding of the navigational concepts in F0M034 should enable candidates to pick up the theoretical concepts of F0LS35 much more quickly. Prior to undertaking to Graded Unit 1, F13B 34. It is recommended that candidates have completed or are in the process of completing the following Units:

F0LD 34 Ship Stability: An Introduction F0LR 34 Bridge Watchkeeping F0LF 34 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction


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F0LM 34 Marine Cargo Operations F0LJ 34 Marine Law and Management Year 2 Centres are strongly recommended to deliver the following Units in conjunction with one another: F0LP 35 Applied Marine Meteorology F0LG 35 Marine Passage Planning F0LW 35 Management of Bridge Operations The content of all three are complementary to each other and each will have some common teaching strands. eg Visibility/ice/severe weather and its effect on both passage planning and bridge manning and routines. Likewise the following Units are complementary to each other and would benefit from being delivered in conjunction with one another. F0LX 35 Management of Vessel Operations F0LN 35 Shipmasters Business F0LC 35 Ship Stability: Theory and Practical Application Prior to undertaking to Graded Unit 1, F13C 35. It is recommended that candidates have completed or are in the process of completing the following Units: F0LG 35 Marine Passage Planning F0LW 35 Management of Bridge Operations F0LP 35 Applied Marine Meteorology Prior to undertaking to Graded Unit 1, F13D 35. It is recommended that candidates have completed or are in the process of completing the following Units: F0LC 35 Ship Stability: Theory and Practice F0LX 35 Management of Vessel Operations F0LN 35 Shipmaster’s Business HNC Nautical Science Prior to undertaking to Graded Unit 1, F13B 34. It is recommended that candidates have completed or are in the process of completing the following Units: F0LD 34 Ship Stability: An Introduction F0LR 34 Bridge Watchkeeping F0LF 34 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction F0LM 34 Marine Cargo Operations F0LJ 34 Marine Law and Management The comments regarding HND Nautical Science year 1 above apply equally to the HNC Nautical Science.


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A more complete explanation of how Units relate to one another may be found in individual Unit descriptors which can be downloaded directly from the SQA website. Officer Trainee Training Programmes Institutions wishing to deliver the HNC/HND as part of an MNTB approved training scheme should see Appendix 10 if intending to deliver the Professional Diploma in Marine Operations and for those delivering training via the, ‘Alternative Route’, to certification please see Appendix 11. Both of these give indicative training programmes which may lead to MNTB approval to deliver such courses.

6.2 Core Skills Centres should also seek opportunities to integrate Core Skills within their teaching and learning programmes. Such opportunities may include the following: Communication ♦ Providing candidates with opportunities to develop their communication skills

by allowing them to give full answers to questions asked by the lecturer and by giving responses to certain assessment situations.

♦ Develop complex, vocationally specific reading skills (eg Nautical Publications, Statutory Instruments, Nautical tables )

♦ Develop report writing skills in a number of Units (eg Marine Law and Management (F0LJ 34), Marine Passage Planning (F0LG 35), Management of Bridge Operations (F0LW 35) etc.)

♦ Allowing candidates to develop their Communication skills in group work activities (eg Marine Emergency Response and Communications (F0LK 34), Management of Vessel Operations (F0LX 35), Shipboard Management (F0LB 35))

Numeracy ♦ Developing and reinforcing Numeracy and Mathematical skills when teaching

navigation and stability topics (eg Navigational Maths and Science (F0M0 34), Celestial Navigation (F0LS 35) and stability Units (F0LD 34 and F0LC 35))

♦ Developing Using Graphical information skills by use of a range of graphical representations (eg Chartwork and Tides(F0LV 34), Marine Passage Planning (F0LG 35), Ship Stability Units (F0LD 34 and F0LC 35), Naval Architecture: Ship Construction (F0LF 34) and both Meteorology Units (F0LH 34 and F0LP 35))

Information Technology ♦ Develop Information Technology skills through the application of IT within a

Maritime context (eg Chartwork and Tides (F0LV 34), Celestial Navigation (F0LS 35), Ship Stability Units (F0LD 34 and F0LC 35), IT Software Applications 1( D75X 34))


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Problem Solving Skills ♦ Develop Critical Thinking Skills through the application of navigational,

stability and management principles and technologies to solve typical problems encountered on board a ship

♦ Develop Planning and Organisational skills (eg Marine Passage Planning (F0LG 35), Marine Vessels: Structures and Maintenance (F0LY 35))

♦ Develop reviewing and evaluation skills through, for example, the review and evaluation of the problems and solutions to typical shipboard situations (Marine Passage Planning (F0LG 35), Shipmasters Business (F0LN 35), Management of Bridge (F0LW 35) and Vessel operations (F0LX 35), Shipboard Management (F0LB 35))

Working with Others ♦ Develop Working with Others skills through group discussion on the solution to

management and operational procedures (e.g. Shipboard Management (F0LB 35) — role play scenario: eg personnel management roles and conflicts, collaboration for Passage Planning (F0LG 35); collaboration in search and rescue scenarios in Management of Bridge Operations (F0LW 35); identifying risk factors in Management of Vessel Operations (F0LX 35))

6.3 Assessment

The suggested assessment strategy for the HNC and HND in Nautical Science is to adopt a holistic approach to Unit assessment. Units have been designed to sample Knowledge and/or Skills. A single instrument of assessment is recommended, but where this is not possible centres should avoid over-assessing. Formative assessment Formative assessment should be used throughout the delivery of Units to reinforce learning, build candidates’ confidence and prepare them for summative assessment. Re-assessment Re-assessment should operate in accordance with a centre’s assessment policy and the professional judgement of the assessor. SQA advises that there should normally be at least one re-assessment opportunity. Please refer to SQA’s Guide to Assessment and Quality Assurance for Colleges of Further Education, (www.sqa.org.uk). Developing alternative assessments The design of original assessments should inform the re-assessment process to a large extent, as the original determines the type of assessment instruments used and the purpose of the assessment. It may be useful for centres to build up a bank of assessments which can be used in whole or in part for re-assessment purposes.


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Assessment writers should always refer to the Unit specification when developing an alternative assessment to ensure that it is of equal demand to the original assessment and that it covers all the necessary criteria. Where candidates have not provided satisfactory evidence for Knowledge and/or Skills items which have been sampled, they should be reassessed on a different sample. Re-assessing Graded Units Re-assessment of the HNC and HND Nautical Science: Graded Units should be based on a substantially different assessment. Opportunities for assessment integration The following table indicates the proposed assessment strategy for the Group Awards and also indicates opportunities for assessment integration.


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HNC Nautical Science and HND Year 1

Unit No Name Credit value

SCQF credit points

Suggested assessment

F0LS 35 Celestial Navigation

1.5 12 O1 — Practical Demonstration and Questioning. O2 and 3 Combined into a 3 hour Examination — 65% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

F0LV 34 Chartwork and Tides

1.5 16 O1 Questioning or Assignment. O2, 3 and 4 Combined into a 3 hour Examination — 65% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

F0M0 34 Navigational Maths and Science

1.5 12 O1, 2 and 3 assessed each by a 3 hour Examination — 65% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

F0LH 34 Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

1.0 8 O1 — Practical and Questioning O2/3/4 combined into a 2 hour Examination — 50% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

F0LR 34 Bridge Watchkeeping

1.5 12 O1 — Multi Choice Test — 65% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria O2/3 —Test

F0LM 34 Marine Cargo Operations

1.5 12 O1/2/3 – 2hr Examination — 50% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria O4 — 1hr Examination using Multiple Choice Questions

F0LD 34 Ship Stability: An Introduction

1.5 12 O1 — 2 hour Examination —Examination on Hydrometer — 60% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria O2/3/4 — 3 hour Examination — 60% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

F0LF 34 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction

1.0 8 2hr examination — 50% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

F13B 34 HNC Nautical Science Graded Unit 1

1.0 8 As detailed in Unit Specification

HND Year 1 and requirements for those who possess an HNC Nautical Science who wish to obtain STCW 95 at OOW level F0LK 34 Marine Emergency

Response and Communications

1.0 8 O1/2 — Short Answer Questions — 50% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria O3/4 — Standard Signals Examination.

F0LJ 34 Marine Law and Management

1.0 8 O1/2 Questioning O3 — Assignment/ Presentation


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HND Nautical Science Year 2

Unit No Name SQA credits

SCQF points

Suggested assessment

F0LG 35 Marine Passage Planning

1.5 12

F0LW 35 Management of Bridge Operations

1.5 12

Units combined for assessment purposes. 7 assignments OR two 3 hour Examinations plus one exam PLUS one Coastal Passage Plan Assessment (open-book) conducted under supervised conditions — 65% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

F0LP 35 Applied Marine Meteorology

1.5 12 O1 Practical Forecasting Exercise — 50% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria O2/3/4 examination — 50 % Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

F0LC 35 Ship Stability: Theory and Practical Application

1.5 12 O1/2 — 3 hour Examination — 60% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria O3 — 1.5hr Examination — 60% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

F0LY 35 Marine Vessels: Structures and Maintenance

1.0 8 O1/2 and 3 — 3 hour Examination — 60% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

F0LX 35 Management of Vessel Operations

2.0 16 O1/2/3 — 3 hour Examination comprising Extended Response Questions — 50% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria O4 — 1 hour Examination of Short Answer questions 60% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

F0LN 35 Shipmaster’s Business

2.0 16 O1, 2 and 3 assessed by individual closed-book examinations or by short answer questions.

F0LB 35 Shipboard Management

1.0 8 Case Study

D78P 35 Marine Engineering Systems

1.0 (Opt)

8 1 hour final exam comprising Multiple Choice Questions — 60% Pass required by MCA/MNTB approvals criteria

D5VR04 Safety Management Systems

1.0 (Opt)

8 Case Studies.

F13C 35 Nautical Science: Graded Unit 2

1.0 8 As per Unit Specification

F13D 35 Nautical Science: Graded Unit 3

1.0 8 As per Unit Specification


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6.4 Graded Units The purpose of the Graded Units in the qualifications is to assess the candidate’s ability to integrate and apply the Knowledge and/or Skills in the individual Units in order to demonstrate that they have achieved the principal aims of the qualifications. For the HNC, one single credit Graded Unit at SCQF 7 must be achieved. For the HND, two single credit Graded Units at SCQF level 8 in addition to the SCQF 7 Graded Unit is required. Graded Unit 1 and Graded Unit 3 also benefit from including a practical ship loading problem which has to be dealt with using information which would normally be found on board a merchant ship. All Graded Units should make use of extracts of tabular data which are commonly found on board ships and which are now supplied as MCA approved extracts for use in all HND/HNC examinations within the UK. These extracts have been promulgated to all UK Nautical Colleges and can be obtained from any of these institutions. The understanding required in interpreting and using such tables is essential for the safe operation of any vessel. Additionally, the use of the extracts in Graded and other Units gives candidates the opportunity to practice with them prior to MCA written examinations. Centres devising Graded Units may find the following advice useful. Centres in the past have found it very useful to select a ship type and an ocean/coastal passage around which to devise the assessment instrument. eg A fully loaded bulk carrier is to make a passage from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to the Panama Canal in September. This scenario would allow candidates to demonstrate knowledge of cargo operations in terms of preparations for loading and securing the cargo. It would also enable questions on shipmasters business with regard to documentation for cargo and cargo carriage regulations. A question regarding stability calculations during or after loading could be devised to meet all the requirement of the Graded Unit descriptor. The area of the voyage and the time of year would allow navigation questions to be devised with regard to Tropical Revolving Storms in the Caribbean Sea, sailing problems to determine courses and distances, navigational problems in determining the vessels position, etc. This type of problem will also assist in determining whether the trainee has a good overall grasp of all the necessary skills required to make a successful passage.


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6.4.1 Management of Graded Units The timing of the delivery of Graded Units will vary from centre to centre and also depending on the group taking the award, but and will most likely be focused on the second half of the academic year towards the end of a cadet trainee phase. It is recommended that candidates study the key contributing HN Units prior to sitting the Graded Unit examinations. However, it is in the best interest of candidates to introduce the concept of Graded Units as early as possible. It is best practice and also in the best interest of candidates for course teams as a whole to take responsibility for the Graded Units and to introduce the relevance of the individual nautical science Units to the Graded Units. This should include keeping candidates advised of where each nautical science Unit lies in relation to the Graded Units, including the different knowledge and skills that the Graded Units integrate. Tutors can aid this by making reference to and comparison with practical solutions to problems likely to be encountered whilst on a ship. Dates for Graded Unit examinations should be set at the start of each course/phase and these dates should be clearly indicated to candidates. Centres should consider planning in advance for the following where appropriate:

♦ Identification of course team ♦ Identification of assessment panel members (internal centre process) ♦ Identification of internal verifier ♦ Setting of question papers and marking instructions ♦ Vetting of question papers and marking instructions ♦ Prior verification from SQA ♦ Production of question papers and marking instructions ♦ Proofing of question papers and marking instructions ♦ Security of question papers ♦ Distribution of question papers ♦ Invigilation of examinations ♦ Identification of markers/marking team ♦ Marking/Cross marking ♦ Marking check/internal verification ♦ Marker reports (internal centre process) ♦ Finalisation of grades (internal centre process) ♦ Issue of results (internal centre process) ♦ Appeals (internal centre process) ♦ Forwarding results to SQA and maintaining assessment records NB: as indicated above, prior verification of assessment instruments is available from SQA. More detailed guidance can be found in the publication Guidance on Group Award Graded Units: Using the Design Principles for Higher National Certificates and Diplomas (www.sqa.org.uk).


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6.4.2 Suggested approaches to assessment Graded Unit 1 (F13B 34) This assessment should include a practical ship loading problem suitable for OOW level, using MCA stability data sheets. In designing the assessment centres would do well to take the approach of using a particular type of vessel and designing the assessment around the operational, stability and legislative requirements for a vessel of that type. For example an oil tanker is chosen as the type of vessel in which case questions could be asked about operational requirements relevant to loading, carriage and discharging of oil cargoes. The stability section could include a full loading problem including free surface effects, ballasting and deballasting and determination of final vertical centre of gravity (KG), the final metacentric height (GM) and intact stability criteria. Legislative questions could cover pollution requirements, carriage of dangerous goods in bulk etc. Graded Unit 2 (F13C 35) As well as the Graded Unit specification, centres may wish to bear in mind the MCA safety papers when setting questions. Guidance for the level at which these assessments are set may be gained from past MCA/SQA written examinations at Chief Mate level. Centres may obtain past papers from either the SQA or MCA. Graded Unit 3 (F13D 35) Again consideration should be given to setting a practical ship loading problem as the instrument of assessment. Questions should be set to demonstrate understanding at the management level as required by STCW 95. Candidates should be required to demonstrate how to determine whether the subject vessel complies with the MCA Intact Stability criteria. In all Graded Units questions should make full use of the current MCA examination extracts that are available to all FE institutions delivering Nautical Courses. If centres have difficulty in obtaining sets of the extracts then advice can be obtained from the Faculty of Maritime Studies, at Glasgow College of Nautical Studies.

6.5 Open Learning All nautical science Units within these Group Awards could be delivered by open or distance learning. However, it would require planning by the centre to ensure sufficiency and authenticity of candidate evidence. Arrangements would have to be made to ensure that closed-book assessments were conducted under supervision. Centres should be aware that if the HNC/HND are used to deliver the underpinning knowledge required for STCW 95, leading to the award of a UK Certificate of Competency via open/distance learning, then their programmes may require further approval by the Merchant Navy Training Board.


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6.6 Indicative training programmes for target groups Centres wishing to use the HNC/HND Nautical Science as a vehicle for delivering the Underpinning Knowledge required for MCA certification should consider contacting the Merchant Navy Training Board when designing programmes as these will be subject to MNTB approval, especially in the case of cadet training programmes. Indicative training programmes which have been granted MNTB approval are given below. The suggested sequence for the delivery of Units where training programmes are phased can be found in Appendix 10 for the Professional Diploma and Appendix 11 for the Mainstream (Standard Grade) /Alternative route.

6.6.1 Officer Trainees following the route to ‘OOW Unlimited’ Certificate Level and then progressing to ‘Chief Mate Unlimited’ by either VQ or non-VQ routes Candidates will comprise new entrants as Officer Trainees and entry requirements are detailed in Appendix 1. All will be following a programme of training which includes achieving both levels 2 and 3 SVQ in Merchant Vessel Operations or equivalent Work Based Learning Units with the HNC and HND Nautical Science as the Underpinning Knowledge (UPK.) Beyond level 3 SVQ, candidates will have the option of either progression by achieving the level 4 SVQ in Merchant Vessel Operations or opting for the non-VQ route.


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6.6.1.1 Standard Grade entrants/Higher/A Level entrants (less than 120 UCAS points) Phase College/

Sea Programme

1 College Induction which may include 1 week at an Outdoor Centre Level 2 UPK and STCW 95 Elementary Courses Mathematics for the Marine Foundation Course

2 Sea Sea service for level 2 SVQ. Completion of GCNS Distance Learning Marine Mathematics Programme

3 College SVQ level 2 Assessment CPSC and EDH Courses Medical First Aid Course Selected HNC/HND Part 1 Units

4 Sea Sea service for level 3 SVQ 5 College Remaining HNC/D Part 1 Units:

GMDSS NaRasT (Operational) 4 Day Fire Fighting

6 Sea Sea service for level 3 SVQ 7 College HND Part 2

SVQ level 3 Assessment and Orals Preparation ‘OOW’ Certificate of Competency

8 Sea Sea Service as a Watchkeeping Officer 9 College Level 4 VQ Assessment or MCA examination preparation

HN Unit Emergency Planning MCA Orals preparation NaRasT (Management) Medical Care Course Chief Mate Unlimited Certificate of Competency HN Unit Marine Engineering Systems

10 Sea Watchkeeping Officer 11 College Master’s Certificate preparation Course (Orals only)

Notes ♦ The majority of candidates will be sponsored or employed by ship

owners/managers from Phases 1 to 7 inclusive. Phases 8 to 11 will be completed whilst candidates are employed as Watchkeeping Officer Trainees.

♦ Candidates who need to undertake a Marine Foundation Course to fulfil the entry requirements will have to undertake a longer Phase 1 and a Distance Learning Marine Mathematics Programme during Phase 2. Coupled with a minimum of 12 months for Phases 1 and 2, this will ensure these candidates are able to cope adequately with the rigour of the HNC and HND Nautical Science from the commencement of Phase 3.

♦ Candidates who prior to Phase 1 have achieved the full HND entry requirements will undertake the shorter Phase 1 and will not be required to complete a full 12 month period prior to Phase 3.

♦ The HN Units forming the HNC or HND part 1 Nautical Science will be completed during Phases 3 and 5. The remaining HND Nautical Science Units will be completed during Phase 7.


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♦ Beyond Phase 7, candidates have the option of progressing either via the non-VQ or VQ routes. Those who opt to follow the VQ route will need to prepare a Level 4 SVQ portfolio during Phase 8, but will gain an exemption from the MCA for 6 months of the sea service requirements for a Chief Mate Unlimited Certificate.

♦ Those who opt to follow the non-VQ route will have to complete a full 18 months sea service as a Watchkeeping Officer during Phase 8. During Phase 9 they will be required to undertake the two MCA/SQA Safety Examinations at Chief Mate level.

6.6.1.2 Higher/A Level entrants (more than 120 UCAS points)

Phase College/

Sea Programme

1 College Induction which may include a weekend at an Outdoor Centre STCW 95 Elementary Courses HNC/HND Part 1 Units Introduction to Work Based Learning via PDA

2 Sea Sea service including work based learning 3 College Assessment of Work Based Learning completed in Phase 2

CPSC and EDH Courses Medical First Aid Course HND Part 2 Units Delivery of Outstanding PDA Units

4 Sea Sea service including completion of work based learning 5 College Assessment of Work Based Learning and PDA

GMDSS NaRasT (Operational) MCA Orals Preparation Advanced Fire Fighting

6 Sea Sea Service as a Watchkeeping Officer 7 College MCA Orals preparation

NaRasT (Management) Medical Care Course Signals (if Required) Chief Mate Unlimited Certificate of Competency

8 Sea Watchkeeping Officer 9 College Master’s Certificate preparation Course (Orals only)

Notes ♦ The majority of candidates will be sponsored or employed by ship

owners/managers from Phases 1 to 5 inclusive. Phases 6 to 9 will be completed whilst candidates are employed as Watchkeeping Officer Trainees.

♦ The HN Units forming the HND part 1 Nautical Science will be completed during Phases 1 and 3. The PDA and work based learning will be completed in Phase 5.

♦ Beyond Phase 5, candidates have the option of progressing either via the non-VQ or VQ level 4 routes. Those who opt to follow the VQ route will need to prepare a level 4 SVQ portfolio during Phase 6, but will gain an exemption from the MCA for six months of the sea service requirements for a Chief Mate Unlimited Certificate.


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Those who opt to follow the non-VQ route will have to complete a full 18 months sea service as a Watchkeeping Officer during Phase 6. During Phase 7 they will be exempted from undertaking the two MCA/SQA Safety Examinations at Chief Mate level provided they have successfully completed Phases 1 and 3 with the requisite pass marks in Navigation and Stability related subjects.

6.6.2 Officer Trainees holding a UK MCA ‘OOW’ Unlimited Certificate or non UK equivalent progressing to a ‘Chief Mate Unlimited’ Certificate These candidates will comprise mature serving officers all of whom must have achieved the MCA entry requirements and therefore already hold equivalence to the HNC Nautical Science or HND part 1 Nautical Science (plus HN Units Emergency Response and Communications and Marine Law and Management). All will be attending college to progress their qualifications to Chief Mate Unlimited level.

Phase College/ Sea

Programme

8 Sea Sea Service as a Watchkeeping Officer 9 College HND Part 2 Units (with the exception of Emergency Response and

communications and Marine Law and Management) MCA/SQA examination preparation MCA Orals preparation NaRasT (Management) Medical Care Course Chief Mate Unlimited Certificate of Competency

10 Sea Watchkeeping Officer 11 College Master's Certificate preparation Course (Orals only)

Notes ♦ The Phase numbers commence at 8 to illustrate alignment with indicative

programme in 6.6.1.1. The main difference with this group being that HND Part 2 is completed during Phase 9 instead of Phase 7.

♦ As detailed earlier, the HND Part 1 Nautical Science has always represented the academic knowledge requirements of the 'OOW' Unlimited Certificate of Competency or its equivalent predecessors. Therefore these candidates will be credited with the Units comprising HNC or HND part 1 Nautical Science (plus HN Units Emergency Response and Communications and Marine Law and Management) by the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process.

♦ During Phase 9 candidates will complete the HND Part 2 Nautical Science. As all these candidates will be following the non-VQ route they will be required to undertake the two MCA/SQA Safety Examinations at Chief Mate Level.

♦ Holders of Pre 1987 MCA Class 2 Certificates or non-UK Equivalents who have completed the required sea service for issue of a Master Unlimited Certificate will be required to complete Phase 9 in its entirety except they will undergo a 'Masters' Orals examination in lieu of Chief Mate. If successful this will lead to the issue of an Unlimited Masters Certificate.

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6.6.3 Experienced seafarers following the non-VQ route to 'OOW Unlimited' Certificate Level These candidates will comprise mature serving seafarers who are currently employed within the industry as Deck Ratings, Uncertificated Officers or Radio Officers. All must have achieved the entry requirements specified by the MCA and in this indicative instance all will be following a non-VQ programme which includes the HNC Nautical Science.

College/ Sea

Programme

Sea Sea Service as specified by the MCA and must include 6 months bridge watch keeping time within final 12 months of sea service. Completion of GCNS Distant Learning Marine Mathematics Programme

College CPSC and EDH Courses Medical First Aid Course GMDSS NaRasT (Operational) 4 day Fire Fighting HNC Nautical Science (plus HN Units Emergency Response and Communications and Marine Law and Management) Computing HN Unit D75X 34 IT Apps 1 or equivalent. MCA/SQA ‘OOW’ Safety Examinations MCA Orals OOW Unlimited Certificate of Competency.


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7 General information for centres

7.1 Candidates with disabilities and/or additional support needs The additional support needs of individual candidates should be taken into account when planning learning experiences, selecting assessment instruments, or considering alternative Outcomes for Units. Further advice can be found in the SQA document Guidance on Assessment Arrangements for Candidates with Disabilities and/or Additional Support Needs (www.sqa.org.uk).

7.2 Internal and external verification

All instruments of assessment used within this/these Group Award(s) should be internally verified, using the appropriate policy within the centre and the guidelines set by SQA. External verification will be carried out by SQA to ensure that internal assessment is within the national guidelines for these qualifications. Further information on internal and external moderation can be found in SQA’s Guide to Assessment and Quality Assurance for Colleges of Further Education (www.sqa.org.uk).

7.3 The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency requirements

Centres should be aware that when the HND Nautical Science is being used in conjunction with the Scottish Professional Diploma the following will be required by the MCA for certification purposes. The Chief Examiner of the MCA has advised that exemption from the OOW and Chief Mate Written examinations will be given, provided the following criteria have been met: Following MNTB consultation, the Chief Examiner of the MCA advises colleges that when the new HNC/HND are used to deliver a Foundation Degree (or the Scottish Equivalent) then the following applies, should candidates wish to be exempted from sitting MCA written examinations at OOW and Chief Mate levels: ♦ Any Unit which contained elements of vessel navigation related content would

require a minimum pass mark of 65%. ♦ Any Unit which contained elements of Ship Stability related content would

require a minimum pass mark of 60% ♦ All other Units in an award would require a minimum pass mark of 50% ♦ Candidates not achieving the above will not be exempted from any MCA

written examination at either OOW or Chief Mate level. It should be noted however that this will not affect the award of the HNC or HND, assuming the minimum Evidence Requirements have been met for each Unit and Graded Unit.


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7.4 Merchant Navy Training Board requirements Centres using the HNC/HND to deliver the underpinning knowledge for either an OOW or Chief Mate Certificate of Competency will have to ensure that programmes receive MNTB approval. Part of the approval process will involve mapping the content of Units to the requirements of STCW 95 at both the Operational and Management levels. To assist centres in this task mapping matrices for both of the above are included as Appendices 17 and 18.

8 General information for candidates The knowledge and skills provided by the Group Awards The revised HNC and HND in Nautical Science are specifically designed to equip you to enter employment in the Merchant Navy in the capacity of a Deck Officer. They have also been designed to enable you to develop the skills required to gain employment within the wider UK maritime sector including shore based positions. Both the HNC and HND in Nautical Science aim to develop your practical, interpersonal and social skills which have been identified in our research as important requirements for a career in the maritime sector. The structure of the awards The HNC and HND in Nautical Science are designed to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills to allow you to gain employment in the maritime sector, gaining professional qualifications en route or to progress to further studies or degree programmes. The HNC Nautical Science is made up of 12 credits (96 SCQF points), all of which are mandatory. The award provides you with all the underpinning knowledge that is required for obtaining a Certificate of Competency at the Operational level ie at Officer of the Watch level. The HND is made up of 30 credits (240 SCQF points), 29 of which are mandatory. In addition to the topics covered in the HNC, the mandatory section also covers areas such as, passage planning, bridge and vessel operations, ship stability and structure and shipmasters business and management skills. To achieve the award you will need to complete the 29 mandatory credits and 1 optional credit, which can be either Marine Engineering Systems or Safety Management Systems. Candidates using the HND as means of obtaining a Chief Mate Certificate of Competency will take Marine Engineering Systems. Both Group Awards include at least one Graded Unit. These Units are designed to assess your ability to retain and integrate the knowledge and skills gained in the award and also to grade your achievement. There are three grades: ‘A’ if you achieve 70% or over; ‘B’ if you achieve between 60% and 69% and ‘C’ if you achieve between 50% and 59%


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For both the HNC and HND the assessment instrument for the Graded Unit takes the form of an examination. Possible employment pathways The HNC and HND in Nautical Science aim to equip you with the skills to gain employment at both the operational and management level in the following vocational areas: ♦ Ship Management ♦ Port and Harbour Operations ♦ Freight and Transportation Operations ♦ Marine Insurance Industry ♦ Ship Broking and Chartering ♦ The wider Maritime Safety Industry, eg Safety Equipment Manufacturers,

Meteorological Services. Pollution Prevention Services etc. Progression to university The HN Nautical Science awards offer you a wide range of articulation routes to higher education. Depending on the HE institution, candidates with HNC awards can obtain up to 2nd year entry and HND awards up to 3rd year entry to degree programmes. Entry to these programmes is usually dependent on a satisfactory UCAS reference and specific conditions of either HNC or HND Graded Units. Candidates should approach individual centres regarding possible articulation options.

9 Glossary of Terms SCQF: This stands for the Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework, which is a new way of speaking about qualifications and how they inter-relate. We use SCQF terminology throughout this guide to refer to credits and levels. For further information on the SCQF visit the SCQF website at www.scqf.org.uk SCQF credits: One HN credit is equivalent to 8 SCQF credit points. This applies to all HN Units, irrespective of their level. SCQF levels: The SCQF covers 12 levels of learning. HN Units will normally be at levels 6–9. Graded Units will be at level 7 and 8. Subject Unit: Subject Units contain vocational/subject content and are designed to test a specific set of knowledge and skills. Graded Unit: Graded Units assess candidates’ ability to integrate what they have learned while working towards the Units of the Group Award. Their purpose is to add value to the Group Award, making it more than the sum of its parts, and to encourage candidates to retain and adapt their skills and knowledge. Embedded Core Skills: This is where the development of a Core Skill is incorporated into the Unit and where the Unit assessment also covers the requirements of Core Skill assessment at a particular level.


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Signposted Core Skills: This refers to the opportunities to develop a particular Core Skill at a specified level that lie outwith automatic certification. Qualification Design Team: The QDT works in conjunction with a Qualification Manager/Development Manager to steer the development of the HNC/D from its inception/revision through to validation. The group is made up of key stakeholders representing the interests of centres, employers, universities and other relevant organisations. Specialist single centre and specialist collaborative devised HNCs and HNDs are those developments or revisions led by a single centre or small group of centres who provide knowledge and skills in a specialist area. Like consortium-devised HNCs and HNDs, these developments or revisions will also be supported by SQA. STCW 95: Standards of Training and Certification for Watchkeepers: This is an internationally accepted standard use for training and certification of deck officers and ratings on board all merchant vessel regardless of country of origin. MCA: The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency This is the UK regulatory authority regarding the issue of Certificates of Competency for ships Officers. The MCA also regulate the survey of UK and Overseas vessel when within UK territorial waters. MNTB: Merchant Navy Training Board This organisation is responsible for the approval and monitoring of all Officer training programmes within the United Kingdom. MGN Marine Guidance Note: These are published by the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency and contain guidance on matters related safety and training of seafarers.

10 Appendices

Appendix 1: The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency Requirements Appendix 2: MGN 8 (M) Appendix 3: MGN 91 (M) Appendix 4: MGN 92 (M) Appendix 5: MNTB Working Schedule Appendix 6: Credit Transfer Arrangements HNC Appendix 6a: Credit Transfer Arrangements HND Appendix 7: Exemplar Questionnaire Appendix 7a: Exemplar Questionnaire Appendix 8: Mapping of Aims of the HNC to individual Units Appendix 9: Mapping of Aims to HND Units Appendix 10: Professional Diploma Programme Appendix 11: Main Stream/Alternative Route Programme Appendix 12: Core Skills Mapping to HNC Nautical Science Appendix 13: Core Skills Mapping to HND Nautical Science Appendix 14: Mapping of Old NOS to new NOS Appendix 15: NOS Mapping of HNC Nautical Science Appendix 16: NOS Mapping of HND Nautical Science Appendix 17: STCW 95 Mapping of HNC Units Appendix 18: STCW 95 Mapping of HND part 2 Units


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Appendix 1: The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency Requirements


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Appendix 1 The UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency Requirements In their Marine Guidance Notes (MGNs), the MCA publish the necessary requirements that must be achieved by seafarers for the issue of a ‘Certificate of Competency’ (COC). This information can be found on the MCA website www.mcga.gov.uk under the heading of Guidance and Regulations. Copies of all the relevant notes can be downloaded directly from the site. The current relevant MGNs are numbers 8, 91 and 92. Copies of these form Appendices 2, 3 and 4 of this Arrangements Document. With respect to Merchant Navy Officers there are three levels of Certificate of Competence, namely: (i) Officer of the Navigational Watch (OOW) (ii) Chief Mate (iii) Master For each level, certificates can be obtained for use with or without limitation with respect to size of vessel or the area of operation. The vessel size thresholds are <500 Gross Tons (GT), <3000GT and Unlimited. The area limitations are near coastal (generally within 150 miles of a safe port in the UK) or ‘Unlimited’ (Worldwide). This document is primarily concerned with Unlimited certificates. To attain a certificate, seafarers have to prove their competence and ability by satisfactory completion of each of the following: (i) Ancillary short courses (ii) MCA oral examinations (iii) Academic/Vocational Qualifications The ancillary short courses vary for each level. These are generally aimed at discrete specific areas of training such as First Aid, Fire Fighting etc. The course content of each is specified by the MCA and generally does not form part of the academic/vocational qualifications that are the main subject of this document. Similarly, the oral examinations are conducted by the MCA to syllabuses specified by them and are intended to be undertaken once all other criteria for the certificate have been completed. The syllabus for each of the oral examinations can be found in MGN 69. The Academic/Vocational qualifications also vary for each certificate level and it is these components with which this document is primarily concerned. Currently seafarers are able to gain these requirements by what are known as either the VQ or non-VQ routes.


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VQ and non-VQ routes to Certification The VQ route requires successful completion of a specified amount of sea service whilst completing the appropriate level of Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) 'Merchant Vessel Operations' (MVO). The underpinning knowledge for these SVQs can be achieved by a number of methods including the satisfactory completion of the appropriate group of HN Units from the HND Nautical Science as follows:

Certificate of Competency VQ level Academic Level

Officer of the Watch (Unlimited)

SVQ Level 3 HND Nautical Science Part 1

Chief Mate (Unlimited) SVQ Level 4 HND Nautical Science Part 2 Master (Unlimited) Not Applicable HN Unit 'Emergency Planning'

Note: In the previous Group Award the HND Nautical Science Part 1 equated directly to the HNC Nautical Science Group Award. In the current award the requirements for an Officer of the Watch (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency would entail trainee officers completing the HNC Nautical Science plus two additional HN Units as indicated below: Marine Emergency Response and Communications (F0LK 34) Marine Law and Management: An Introduction (F0LJ 34). The non-VQ route requires seafarers to achieve the same requirements with respect to the HND Parts 1 and 2. However in lieu of the SVQ requirement, additional service at sea is required and two written examinations, commonly referred to as ‘Safety Papers’ must be passed at each level. Irrespective of the route followed to Chief Mate Unlimited level, progression to Master Unlimited only requires completion of an additional HN Unit, ancillary courses and an oral examination, once the additional sea service required by the MCA has been completed. The purpose of two routes is firstly to allow as much flexibility as is practical into the system and enable access to the qualifications by all seafarers, regardless of nationality or the flag state operating the vessels on which they serve. Since SVQs were introduced, many seafarers including most new entrants, have utilised these qualifications as a route to attaining their Officer of the Watch (OOW) Unlimited Certificate. Nevertheless, demand for a non-VQ route at this level remains. At ‘Chief Mate’ Unlimited level there is much less demand for the VQ route and there continues to be significant demand for the non-VQ route, including from those achieving OOW Unlimited by the VQ route. The retention of a non-VQ route at all levels also permits access by foreign nationals who are unable to fulfil the requirements for the VQ route. This demand continues as UK Certificates of Competency are highly respected and accepted by the Marine Industry worldwide.


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Recent Developments During 2004/2005 the Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) reviewed the requirements for cadet entry into the industry with a view to attracting entrants with a higher academic ability than had previously been sought. The results of this review, which included a major consultation exercise with all the relevant stakeholders across the wider maritime sector has led to several profound changes to the way Officer Trainees will be trained in future. From August 2006 new entrants with suitable academic qualifications will be offered a new training scheme, which will not involve the use of either SVQs or NVQs as part of the training programme. These will be replaced by work based learning Units which will be devised by educational establishments delivering training to Officer Trainee entrants. The SVQ/NVQ programme will continue for the foreseeable future until all those currently enrolled in cadet programmes have obtained an OOW Certificate of Competency. Thereafter the role of SVQ/NVQs is still somewhat uncertain, as no firm decision has yet been taken as to the exact training programme for those cadet entrants who do not comply with the academic entry profile under the new training scheme. Recent developments within the MNTB have indicated that the alternative route to the Scottish Professional Diploma, will utilise the HNC Nautical Science as the main academic award at OOW level, but with the option of articulating to HND Nautical Science Part 2 at a later stage. In light of the above, the requirement for the delivery of the underpinning knowledge as per that laid down in STCW will remain and hence the role of/demand for the HNC and HND Nautical Science will remain largely unchanged.


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Appendix 2: MGN 8 (M)

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MARINE GUIDANCE NOTE

MGN 8 (M)

1 SI 1997/348 as amended by SI 1997/1911

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE – PART 8Education and Training SchemesNotice to Owners, Masters, Deck and Engineer Officers and Ratings of Merchant Vessels and thoseconcerned with Maritime Training.

This Note should be read in conjunction with Merchant Shipping Notice No MSN 1692(M) (or subsequentamendments) and Parts 1–3 of this series of Guidance Notes

Summary

This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the applicationof the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations 19971.

In order for the guidance to be easy to use and to keep up-to-date, the individual Parts will retain thesame Part number but the MGN number may change if and when revisions are necessary. The frontsheet of any revised Part will list the latest MGN numbers. Any reference to “Part” in this Noterelates to this series of Guidance Notes as listed below.

Key Point

This Part gives information and guidance on the education and training schemes available toseafarers wishing to obtain merchant navy certificates of competency by either the VocationalQualification (VQ) or traditional written examination routes.

LATEST INDEX TO PARTS

Part No. Subject Latest MGN Issue DateNumber

1 General requirements for certification MGN 91(M) April 2000and medical fitness

2 Certificates of competency – MGN 92(M) April 2000deck department

3 Certificates of competency – MGN 93(M) April 2000engine department

4 Certificates of competency – MGN 94(M) July 1999radio personnel

5 Special training requirements for personnel MGN 95(M) April 2000on certain types of ship

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6 Emergency, occupational safety, medical MGN 96(M) April 2000care and survival functions

7 Alternative certification – MGN 7(M) April 2000dual certification

8 Education and training schemes This note

9 Procedure for the issue and revalidation of MGN 9(M) April 2000certificates of competency, marine engineoperator licences and tanker endorsements

10 Ratings MGN 97(M) April 2000

11 Conduct of MCA oral examinations MGN 69(M) April 2000

12 Safety training for concessionaires working MGN 120(M) April 2000on passenger ships

13 Use of fishing vessel certificates of MGN 121(M) April 2000competency in standby, seismic survey andoceanographic research vessels –revised arrangements

14 STCW 95 application to certificates of service MGN 116(M) April 2000

15 Certification of inshore tug personnel MGN 117(M) April 2000

16 Certification of inshore craft personnel MGN 126(M) Not yet issued(other than tugs)

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Tel 02380 329231Fax 02380 329252E-Mail : exams [email protected]

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1.0 Introduction

1.1 The Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations 1997 (the Regulations)implement in the United Kingdom some of the requirements of the International Convention onStandards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers 1978, as amended in 1995(STCW 95)2, and its associated Code (STCW Code).

1.2 Under the Regulations, every candidate for an STCW 95 certificate of competency as deck orengineer officer must complete MCA-approved education and training and meet standards ofcompetence laid down in the STCW Code.

1.3 Since September 1997, all new entrant deck and engineer officer cadets have been enrolled onapproved training programmes which achieve these standards of competence by the attainmentof a Vocational Qualification (VQ) based on continuous assessment of knowledge andperformance.

1.4 Existing seafarers and others not enrolled on such approved cadet training programmes will beable to meet the required standards for all levels of certification by following either a VQ routedescribed in paragraphs 4–7 below, or a traditional non-VQ route based on written examinationsand assessment described in paragraphs 8–11 below.

1.5 Both routes involve an oral examination conducted by an MCA examiner, details of which aregiven in Part 11.

2.0 Certificates of Competency

2.1 The following STCW 95 certificates of competency are available:

Deck department – unlimited

• Officer in charge of a navigational watch-OOW (STCW Reg II/1)

• Chief Mate (STCW Reg II/2)

• Master (STCW Reg II/2)

Deck department – ships of less than 3,000 gt

• Chief Mate (STCW Reg II/2)

• Master (STCW Reg II/2)

Deck department – ships on near-coastal3 voyages

• Officer in charge of a navigational watch (OOW) on ships of less than 500 gt (STCW Reg II/3)

• Master on ships of less than 500 gt (STCW Reg II/3)

• Chief Mate on ships of less than 3,000 gt (STCW Reg II/2)

All references to ”Parts” in this document are to other Parts of this series of Training and CertificationGuidance Notes

2Available from the Publications Department, the International Maritime Organization, 4, Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SR3Defined in the UK as within 150 miles from a safe haven in the UK and 30 miles from a safe haven in Eire

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• Chief Mate on ships of over 3,000 gt (STCW Reg II/2)

• Master on domestic passenger ships of less than 3,000gt operating within 30 miles of a nominated safe haven (STCW Reg II/3)

• Master on ships of over 500 gt (STCW Reg II/2)

Engine department – unlimited

• Officer in charge of an engineering watch (OOW) or designated duty engineer in a periodically unmanned engine-room (STCW Reg III/1)

• Second Engineer officer (STCW Reg III/2)

• Chief Engineer officer (STCW Reg III/2)

Engine department – ships of less than 3,000 kW registered power on near-coastal voyages

• Second Engineer officer (STCW Reg III/3)

• Chief Engineer officer (STCW Reg III/3)

Engine department – ships of less than 6,000 kW propulsion power on near-coastal voyages

• Second Engineer officer (STCW Reg III/2)(also Second Engineer on ships of less than 3,000 kW on unlimited voyages)

• Chief Engineer officer (STCW Reg III/2)(also Chief Engineer on ships of less than 3,000 kW on unlimited voyages)

2.2 Engineer officers on ships of below 750 kW are not required to hold certificates of competency.However, Marine Engine Operator Licences (MEOL) and Senior Marine Engine OperatorLicences (SMEOL) for personnel serving on ships of between 350 and 750 kW will be available,although these will not carry an STCW 95 endorsement.

3.0 Transitional Arrangements for Pre-STCW 95 Certificates

3.1 Until 31 July 1999 (except as indicated below), candidates who commenced sea service orapproved education and training programmes prior to 1 August 1998 under either theexamination or VQ route were awarded the following STCW 78 certificates of competency,endorsements or licences, which were provided for in the Merchant Shipping (Certification ofDeck Officer) Regulations 1985 and the Merchant Shipping (Certification of Marine EngineerOfficers and Licensing of Marine Engine Operators) Regulations 1986:

Deck Officer Engineer Officer

Class 5 Class 4 (available until 31 December 1999)

Class 4 Class 3

Class 3 Class 2

Class 2 Chief Engineer Service Endorsements

Command Endorsements Class 1

Class 1Licences

Marine Engine Operator

Senior Marine Engine Operator

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3.2 Any candidate who was not successful at obtaining an STCW 78 certificate of competency before31 July 1999 will be allowed a further period for second or subsequent attempts, until December2000.

3.3 Candidates who obtain certificates of competency under this transitional arrangement will beissued with a certificate that complies with STCW 78. For continued use beyond 31 January 2002,such certificates will require revalidation to comply with STCW 95 in accordance with thearrangements set out in Part 9 and MSN 1692 (M).

THE VQ ROUTE TO STCW 95 CERTIFICATES

4.0 General

4.1 Merchant Shipping Notice No. M1634 introduced the concept of Vocational Qualifications (VQs)for merchant navy certificates. Essentially, a candidate for a certificate of competency who:

.1 obtains an appropriate National Vocational Qualification (NVQ), Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) or a specified group of units;

.2 completes the required sea service;

.3 is medically fit; and

.4 pays the appropriate fee;

will be granted entry to the MCA oral examination, success in which will result in the issue of thecertificate of competency.

4.2 Candidates for an unrestricted certificate of competency as Navigating Officer of the Watch orEngineer Officer of the Watch must achieve a VQ at level 3 in Marine Vessel Operations orMarine Vessel Engineering, respectively.

4.3 Candidates for an unrestricted certificate of competency as Chief Mate or Second EngineerOfficer must achieve a VQ at level 4 in Marine Vessel Operations or Marine Vessel Engineering,respectively.

4.4 Candidates for an unrestricted certificate of competency as Master or Chief Engineer Officermust achieve additional units at level 4. The additional units may be credited towards a level 5VQ, which is currently under development.

4.5 Candidates for an unrestricted certificate of competency as Chief Mate or Second EngineerOfficer who complete the underpinning knowledge required by VQ level 4 in Marine VesselOperations or Marine Vessel Engineering respectively, may opt to complete specified units at thislevel. Such candidates would also be required to sit the MCA/SQA papers from the examinationroute specified below in paragraph 9.2.3.2 (deck) or 10.2.4.3 (engineer). Candidates will be eligiblefor the reduced sea service detailed in Part 2, Table 3.

4.6 Candidates for an unrestricted certificate of competency as Master or Chief Engineer Officerwho have completed all requirements in paragraph 4.5 above will be required to complete theunderpinning knowledge for the VQ level 4 units specified in paragrah 4.4 above. In addition,candidates for Chief Engineer officer certification will be required to take the MCA/SQA papersfrom the written examination specified in paragraph 10.3.3.3 below.

4.7 Also under development are alternative combinations of units at VQ levels 3 and 4, catering forother, restricted certificates of competency.

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4.8 All the requirements relating to approved education and training and ancillary training in safetyand technical subjects are subsumed within the VQ units, although separate certificates will beissued for the mandatory short training programmes.

5.0 How it Works

5.1 The key features of the VQ system are:

.1 the accumulation of evidence that a candidate possesses relevant knowledge and skills tothe standards laid down in the VQ and can apply them in practice;

.2 the provision of a mechanism known as Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) whereby prior learning and experience can be taken into account, thus avoiding unnecessary repetition of previous training.

5.2 Achievement of the VQ involves:

.1 approved education and training which includes the knowledge, understanding and proficiencies listed in the STCW Code;

.2 tuition in basic principles and underpinning knowledge;

.3 completion of mandatory short training programmes;

.4 on-board training, closely monitored and supervised by certificated officers and documented in a Record Book or Portfolio, whilst completing the necessary sea service;

.5 assessment of evidence by specially trained and appointed staff at an approved assessment centre; currently, approved assessment centres are located at nautical and marine engineering colleges in the United Kingdom.

5.3 Award of the qualification is entirely dependent on the assessor being satisfied that the standardshave been achieved.

5.4 The assessment process is verified as part of the quality standards systems operated by the bodieswhich award the qualification. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland the awarding body isEdExcel (formerly BTEC); in Scotland it is the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA)(formerlySCOTVEC).

5.5 As well as classroom teaching, some assessment centres may be able to offer other means ofstudy, including distance learning and guided self study.

6.0 Structure

6.1 The structure of the system will typically involve the following stages:

Stage 1 Pre-entry: prospective candidates contact an assessment centre and are provided withinformation and guidance. If they already hold a certificate of competency or haveexperience which could be credited towards the qualification being sought, they may beinvited to complete a questionnaire to help the centre prepare for initial assessment andthus speed up the administration process;

Stage 2 Assessment centre: completion of mandatory pre-sea training (new entrants only) andinitial education and training. Preparation for further development through the VQsystem, including the development of an individual training plan agreed between thecandidate and the assessment centre;

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Stage 3 Ship-board training and experience: applying principles in practice and gathering andrecording evidence in a structured manner in a Record Book or Portfolio;

Stage 4 Assessment centre: assessment of knowledge, skills and ship-board performanceevidence against the standards in the VQ units; further education and training asrequired; award of any VQ units where standards have been achieved; if appropriate,award of VQ and preparation for the MCA oral examination. Otherwise;

Stage 5 Further ship-board training and experience: consolidation and application of educationand training; gathering and recording evidence for further units as required to achieveVQ;

Stage 6 Assessment centre: final assessment of knowledge, skills and ship-board performanceevidence against the standards in the VQ units; award of additional VQ units wherestandards have been achieved; if appropriate, award of VQ and preparation for theMCA oral examination;

Stage 7 MCA Oral examination: award of a certificate of competency to successful candidates.

6.2 The above is for guidance only. The precise structure of the shore-based and sea-going stages mayvary from centre to centre, and some of the stages may be combined, depending on thecandidate’s previous qualifications and prior experience. However, most centres will offerprogrammes of education and training which, together with training aboard ship, will cover allthe requirements for a certificate of competency.

6.3 It is expected that the majority of candidates will undertake VQ based training within a stucturedframework of standard blocks of training and study, under the auspices of an employingcompany or other sponsoring organisation.

7.0 Watchkeeping and Sea Service

7.1 Sea service requirements are summarised below under each certifcate. Further details are set outin Part 1(general),Part 2 (deck) and Part 3 (engineer) .

NON-VQ ROUTE TO STCW 95 CERTIFICATES

8.0 Revised Arrangements for Written Examinations

8.1 The traditional system of service at sea, mandatory short training programmes and approvededucation leading to written examinations will be maintained for some time for the certificatesreferred to below, as an alternative to the VQ route. Arrangements for other certificates may bedeveloped if there is sufficient demand.

8.2 A pass in each part of every examination ie written, MCA oral and, where appropriate, signals,will remain valid for a period of 3 years. Passes in examinations for Higher National Diplomas(HND) and Ordinary National Diplomas (OND) and Certificates of Achievement will remainvalid for certification purposes for 7 years.

8.3 Other requirements concerning eligibility for the issue of a certificate of competency are set out inParts 2, 3 and 9.

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9.0 DECK OFFICER CERTIFICATES

9.1 Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch – OOW (STCW Reg II/I)

9.1.1 Deck officer candidates who are not following approved cadet training programmes will berequired to comply with one of the following:

.1 Cadets not following MNTB approved programmes, and ratings with 36 months sea service in the deck department (48 months if service was as a General Purpose rating) must have spent at least 6 of the last 12 months sea service on duties associated with bridge watchkeeping under the supervision of a certificated deck officer.

.2 Certificated radio officers with at least 36 months service on merchant vessels will be required to complete either:

.1 a further 18 months undertaking duties in both deck and radio departments or

.2 a further 12 months as a deck rating or trainee deck officer

whilst maintaining a record of training in an approved Training Record Book obtainable from the Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB). In both cases at least 6 months must be spent on duties associated with bridge watchkeeping under the supervision of a certificated deck officer.

.3 Royal Navy officers (Warfare Branch) with more than 36 months RN sea service will be required to complete a minimum of 3 months sea service on merchant vessels.

.4 Holders of Deck Officer (Fishing Vessel) Class 1 or Skipper (Full) certificates of competency will be not required to undertake sea service on merchant ships prior to undertaking an STCW 95 Reg II/1 certificate of competency.

.5 Holders of Deck Officer (Fishing Vessel) certificates of competency, other than those described above, will be required to complete 3 months sea service on merchant vessels.

.6 Persons who have served on fishing vessels or RN ships in the deck department (other than those described above) with more than 36 months sea service will be required to complete a minimum of 6 months sea service in the deck department on merchant ships, which must be spent on duties associated with bridge watchkeeping under the supervision of a certificated deck officer.

.7 Certificated engineer officers will be required to complete 12 months sea service as a trainee deck officer whilst maintaining a record of training in an approved Training Record Book obtainable from the MNTB. At least 6 months must be spent on duties associated with bridge watchkeeping under the supervision of a certificated deck officer.

9.1.2 Sea service must be recorded/endorsed in the seafarer’s discharge book and/or certificate(s) ofdischarge and be supported by testimonials signed by the Master.

9.1.3 Candidates will also be required to:

.1 follow an approved programme of education and training which includes:

.1 knowledge, understanding and proficiencies listed in the STCW Code;

.2 ancillary training and other requirements listed in Part 2 of this series of guidance notes;

.3 the award of a Signals Certificate (valid for 3 years);

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.4 the award of Part 1 of a Higher National Diploma in Nautical Science (or Certificates of Achievement in individual units), awarded by EdExcel (BTEC) or the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA); then

.2 pass external written examinations administered by the SQA in the following subjects:

.1 coastal navigation

.2 operational safety; and

.3 pass the MCA oral examination.

9.1.4 Ex-RN officers and holders of fishing vessel deck officer certificates of competency may qualifyfor exemption from some of the HND and SQA examinations (see Part 9).

9.1.5 Holders of a Deck Class 5 certificate of competency may obtain an Officer of the Watch(unlimited) STCW 95 Reg II/1 certificate by gaining an HND Certificate of Achievement in“Ocean and Offshore Navigation” from HND Part 1 (currently part of the Deck Class 4 writtenexaminations) or the relevant unit from VQ level 3 in Marine Vessel Operations. The Chief Matecapacity of the Deck Class 5 certificate will be carried forward as valid for ships less than 3,000 gtin the Limited European Area.

9.1.6 Holders of Deck Class 1 (Fishing Vessel) certificates of competency may obtain an Officer of theWatch (unlimited) STCW 95 Reg II/1 certificate of competency by producing evidence of havingcompleted one of the following:

.1 MCA/SQA Cargo Operations and Stability paper from the OOW written examinations ;

.2 the appropriate unit on Marine Vessel Operations in VQ level 3 (currently Unit C2);

.3 the Cargo Handling modules from the Standby Ship Operators Association and the endorsement.

9.1.7 All candidates will also have to meet ancillary course requirements including GMDSS, EDH,PSC&RB, Advanced Fire Fighting, Medical First Aid and Signals. Navigation, Radar and ARPAsimulator (NARAS) certificates at the operational level will not be required for those who alreadyhold ENS and NCC (Fishing) certificates.

9.2 Chief Mate – Unlimited (STCW Reg II/2)

9.2.1 Candidates will be required to complete 18 months sea service whilst holding either a certificateof competency as watchkeeping officer issued in accordance with Regulation II/1 of STCW 95, aClass 3 or Class 4 deck officer certificate of competency issued under the 1985 Merchant Shippingregulations or an equivalent certificate of competency issued under the 1894 Merchant ShippingAct.





.2 ancillary training and other requirements listed in Part 2;

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.3 the award of a Signals Certificate (valid for 3 years – only required when that awarded for the II/1 certificate of competency has expired);

.4 the award of Part 2 of a Higher National Diploma in Nautical Science (or Certificates of Achievement in individual units), awarded by EdExcel (BTEC) or the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA); then

.2 pass external written examinations administered by the SQA in the following subjects:

.1 navigation

.2 stability; and


9.2.4 Ex-RN officers may qualify for exemption from certain of the SQA examinations (see Part 9).

9.3 Master – Unlimited (STCW Reg II/2)

9.3.1 Candidates will be required to complete 36 months sea service as a watchkeeping officer,including 18 months whilst holding a Chief Mate (unlimited) or Deck Officer Class 2 certificate ofcompetency.


9.3.3 Candidates who possess:

• a Chief Mate certificate issued in accordance with Regulation II/2 of STCW 95, obtained by following the route described at 9.2 above, or

• a Chief Mate certificate issued in accordance with Regulation II/2 of STCW 95, obtained byrevalidating a Class 2 Deck Officer certificate of competency issued after 1 January 1988 under the 1985 Merchant Shipping regulations, or

• a Class 2 Deck Officer certificate of competency issued after 1 January 1988 under the 1985Merchant Shipping regulations

will be required to pass the MCA oral examination.

9.3.4 Candidates who possess:

• a Chief Mate certificate issued in accordance with Regulation II/2 of STCW 95, obtained byrevalidating either a Class 2 Deck Officer certificate of competency issued prior to 1 January1988 under the 1985 Merchant Shipping regulations or an equivalent certificate of competency issued under the 1894 Merchant Shipping Act, or

• a Class 2 Deck Officer certificate of competency issued prior to 1 January 1988 under the 1985 Merchant Shipping regulations or an equivalent certificate of competency issued under the 1894 Merchant Shipping Act

will be required to:

.1 follow an approved programme of education and training and obtain a Certificate of Achievement in the following subjects:

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.1 navigation instrumentation

.2 engineering and control systems

.3 business and law

.4 ship construction and stability

.5 navigation– passage planning; or

.2 hold a UK Higher National Diploma in Nautical Science awarded by EdExcel (BTEC) or the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA); or

.3 hold a UK degree in Nautical Science or Maritime Technology which is deemed at least equivalent to an HND in Nautical Science; and

.4 follow an approved programme of education and training and pass external written examinations administered by the SQA in:

.1 ship stability

.2 navigation; and


9.3.5 All candidates must submit a valid Proficiency in Medical Care certificate and a GMDSS (GOC)certificate

10.0 ENGINEER OFFICER CERTIFICATES

10.1 Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch – OOW (STCW Reg III/1)

10.1.1 Engineer officer candidates who are not following approved cadet training programmes or theapproved engine-room rating to engineer officer scheme (details of which are available from theMNTB) are required to have completed one of the following forms of initial training in the UK:

.1 shore-based training in engineering craft practice, following a recognised Modern Apprenticeship in engineering or other scheme involving three years craft training, to the satisfaction of the MCA; or

.2 engineer graduate, having satisfactorily completed a full time course of study to at least the standard of the EdExcel (BTEC) or SQA Higher National Diploma in engineering, together with training in engineering workshop skills and practice to the satisfaction of the MCA in accordance with MNTB standards and recommendations. For candidates with no relevant engineering training or experience, achievement of the desired standard will typically involve around 6 months approved workshop training; or

.3 Royal Navy; commissioned officers who have specialised in marine engineering, Marine Engineering Artificers, Marine Engineering Mechanicians and certain Marine Engineering Mechanics, on active service or retired.

10.1.2 Prior to commencing merchant navy employment, the above candidates must apply to theExaminer of Engineers in the Seafarer Standards Branch of the MCA, at the address given at thebeginning of this MGN, for an assessment of the suitability of their initial training. The reply willbe in the form of a Letter of Initial Assessment which must be produced by candidates whenapplying for a first certificate of competency. Those whose initial training is not consideredsuitable must follow the VQ route to certification.

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10.1.3 Candidates will be required to complete the following qualifying sea service on ships of not lessthan 350 kW registered power:

.1 motor certificate: 6 months, of which at least 4 months must have been spent in watchkeeping or duties associated with the Unmanned Machinery Space (UMS) on the main propelling machinery of motor ships;

.2 steam certificate: 6 months, of which at least 4 months must have been spent in watchkeeping or UMS duties on the boilers and main propelling machinery of steam ships;

.3 combined certificate: 8 months, of which at least 4 months must have been spent in watchkeeping or UMS duties on the main propelling machinery of motor ships and at least 4 months must have been spent in watchkeeping or UMS duties on the boilers and main propelling machinery of steam ships.

10.1.4 Sea service must be recorded/endorsed in the seafarer’s discharge book and/or certificate(s) ofdischarge and be supported by testimonials signed by the Chief Engineer.

10.1.5 Sea service performed in ships of the Royal Navy will be assessed as if it had been performed inmerchant ships.


.1 follow an approved programme of education and training on board ship and ashore which includes:


.2 ancillary training and other requirements listed in Part 3; then

.2 pass a single external written examination paper administered by the International Association of Maritime Institutions (IAMI), divided into the following professional subjects:

.1 General Engineering Knowledge;

.2 Motor and/or Steam Engineering Knowledge; and


10.1.7 On-board training will be documented in an approved Training Record Book, obtainable from theMNTB or one of the MCA-approved training providers.

10.2 Second Engineer Officer – Unlimited (STCW Reg III/2)

10.2.1 Candidates will be required to complete the following qualifying sea service on ships of not lessthan 750 kW registered power whilst holding a certificate of competency as watchkeeping officerissued in accordance with Regulation III/1 of STCW 95, a Class 3 or Class 4 engineer officercertificate of competency issued under the 1986 Merchant Shipping regulations or, for RoyalNavy candidates with suitable initial training, a Royal Navy Marine Engineer Officer of theWatch Certificate4:

.1 motor certificate: 18 months, of which at least 9 months must have been spent in watchkeeping or UMS duties on the main propelling machinery of motor ships;

.2 steam certificate: 18 months, of which at least 9 months must have been spent in watchkeeping or UMS duties on the boilers and main propelling machinery of steam ships;

4Holders of this Royal Navy certificate are not entitled to be issued with a certificate of competency as watchkeeping officer issued in

accordance with Regulation III/1 of STCW 95, unless all other requirements are met.

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.3 combined certificate: 18 months, of which at least 9 months must have been spent in watchkeeping or UMS duties on the main propelling machinery of motor ships and at least 9 months must have been spent in watchkeeping or UMS duties on the boilers and main propelling machinery of steam ships.


10.2.3 Sea service performed in ships of the Royal Navy will be assessed as if it had been performed inmerchant ships; however, RN candidates must perform at least 3 months merchant vesselfamiliarisation sea service in the engine-room department.




.2 ancillary training and other requirements for certification under Regulation III/1 listed in Part 3 (unless completed previously); then

.2 pass external written examinations administered by the SQA in the following academic subjects: (it may be possible to gain exemption from these on the basis of past achievements in national examinations as described in Part 9)

.1 applied mechanics;

.2 applied heat;

.3 mathematics;

.4 engineering drawing;

.5 marine electrotechnology;

.6 naval architecture; and

.3 pass external written examinations administered by the SQA in the following professional subjects:

.1 general engineering knowledge;

.2 motor and/or steam engineering knowledge; and


10.3 Chief Engineer Officer – Unlimited (STCW Reg III/2)

10.3.1 Candidates will be required to complete the following qualifying sea service on ships of not lessthan 1,500 kW registered power whilst holding a certificate of competency as Second Engineerofficer issued in accordance with Regulation III/2 of STCW 95, a Class 2 Engineer Officercertificate of competency issued under the 1986 Merchant Shipping Regulations or a Second ClassEngineer certificate of competency issued under the 1894 Merchant Shipping Act:

.1 motor certificate: 18 months, of which 9 months must have been spent in charge of a watch or UMS duties on motor ships of 3,000 kW or more;

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.2 steam certificate: 18 months, of which 9 months must have been spent in charge of a watch or UMS duties on steam ships of 3,000 kW or more;

.3 combined certificate: 18 months, of which 9 months must have been spent in charge of a watch or UMS duties on motor ships of 3,000 kW or more and 9 months must have been spent in charge of a watch or UMS duties on steam ships of 3,000 kW or more.


10.3.3 Candidates will be required to:



.2 ancillary training and other requirements for certification under Regulation III/1 listed in Part 3 (unless completed previously); then

.2 pass external written examinations administered by the SQA in the following academic subjects: (it may be possible to gain exemption from these on the basis of past achievements in national examinations as described in Part 9):

.1 applied mechanics;

.2 applied heat;

.3 marine electrotechnology;

.4 naval architecture; and

.3 pass external written examinations administered by the SQA in the following professional subjects:

.1 general engineering knowledge;

.2 motor and/or steam engineering knowledge; and


11.0 Training Providers

11.1 Candidates wishing to follow either the VQ or the non-VQ route to STCW 95 certification shouldcontact their nearest MCA Marine Office (listed at Annex 1) for details of local colleges and otherorganisations approved by the MCA to deliver education and training schemes and short trainingprogrammes to meet the requirements of STCW 95.

12.0 Further Information

12.1 Further information, if required, is available from the MCA at any MCA Marine Office or at the address given at the beginning of this MGN.

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ANNEX 1

MCA MARINE OFFICES

1. Aberdeen Marine Office Tel: 01224 574 122Blaikies Quay Fax: 01224 571 920Aberdeen AB11 5EZ

2. Belfast Marine Office Tel: 02890 562 962Queens Square Fax: 02890 562 960Belfast BT1 3ET

3. Beverley Marine Office Tel: 01482 866 606Crosskill House Fax: 01482 869 989Mill Lane, BeverleyNorth Humberside HU17 9JB

4. Cardiff Marine Office Tel: 02920 229 556Oxford House Fax: 02920 229 017Hills StreetCardiff CF1 2TD

5. Dover Marine Office Tel: 01304 227710Langdon Battery Fax: 01304 241124SwingateDover CT15 5NA

6. Falmouth Marine Office Tel: 01326 312761Pendennis Point Fax: 01326 314331Castle DriveFalmouthCornwall TR11 4WZ

7. Glasgow Marine Office Tel: 0141 427 94006000 Academy Park Fax: 0141 427 9401Gower StreetGlasgow G51 1TR

8. Great Yarmouth Marine Office Tel: 01493 3304335th floor Fax: 01493 330489Yarmouth House45 Yarmouth WayGreat YarmouthNorfolk NR 30 2QZ

9. Leith Marine Office Tel: 0131 554 54881, John’s Place Fax: 0131 554 7689LeithEdinburgh EH6 7EL

10. Liverpool Marine Office Tel: 0151 471 1142Graeme House Fax: 0151 471 11432nd Floor, Derby SquareLiverpool L2 7SQ

11. London Marine Office Tel: 01689 890 400Central Court, Fax: 01689 890 4461B Knoll Rise, OrpingtonKent BR6 0JA

12. Milford Haven Marine Office Tel: 01646 693272Gorsewood Drive Fax: 01646 697852HakinMilford HavenPembrokeshire SA 73 3HB

13. Newcastle Marine Office Tel: 0191 285 7171Government Buildings Fax: 0191 284 7464Broadway West, GosforthNewcastle upon Tyne NE3 2JL

14. Plymouth Marine Office Tel: 01752 266 211New Fish Market Fax: 01752 225 826Baylys WharfFish QuayPlymouth PL4 0LH

15. Shetland Marine Office Tel: 01595 696712The Knab Fax: 01595 692160Knab RoadLerwickShetland ZE 1 0AX

16. Southampton Marine Office Tel: 02380 329 329Spring Place, Fax: 02380 329 351105 Commercial RoadSouthampton SO15 1EG

17. Stockton on Tees Marine Office Tel: 01642 6110403rd floor Victoria House Fax: 01642 614048Pearson CourtPearson WayTeesdale ParkStockton on Tees TS 17 6PT

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TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE – PART 1Certificates of Competency – General Requirementsfor Certification and Medical Fitness

Notice to Owners, Masters, Deck and Engineer Officers and Ratings of Merchant Vessels andthose concerned with Maritime Training

This Note supersedes Marine Guidance Note MGN 1(M) and should be read in conjunction withMerchant Shipping Notices Nos MSN 1692(M), MSN 1746(M), MSN 1745(M&F), MSN 1750(M) and MSN 1742(M) (or subsequent amendments)


MGN 91 (M)



1 General requirements for certification and This Notemedical fitness

2 Certificates of competency - deck department MGN 92 (M) April 2000

3 Certificates of competency - engine MGN 93 (M) April 2000department

4 Certificates of competency - radio personnel MGN 94(M) July 1999

Summary

This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the applicationof the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations 19971 .

In order for the guidance to be easy to use and to keep up-to-date, the individual Parts will retain thesame Part number but the MGN number may change if and when revisions are necessary. The frontsheet of any revised Part will list the latest MGN numbers. Any reference to “Part” in this Noterelates to this series of Guidance Notes as listed below.

Key Point

This Part gives an introduction to the requirements of STCW 95 and general guidance on therequirements for the certification of officers and ratings in both the deck and engine departments; italso describes the sight testing and the medical standards which apply to candidates for certification.

1 SI 1997/348 as amended by SI 1997/1911.

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5 Special training requirements for personnel MGN 95 (M) April 2000on certain types of ships

6 Emergency, occupational safety, medical care MGN 96 (M) April 2000and survival functions

7 Alternative certification - dual certification MGN 7 (M) April 2000

8 Education and training schemes MGN 8 (M) April 2000

9 Procedure for the issue and MGN 9 (M) April 2000revalidation of certificates of competencymarine engine operator licences and tankerendorsements

10 Ratings MGN 97 (M) April 2000

11 Conduct of MCA oral examinations MGN 69 (M) April 2000

12 Safety training for concessionaires MGN 120 (M) April 2000working on passenger ships

13 Use of fishing vessel certificates of competency MGN 121 (M) April 2000in standby, seismic survey and oceanographicresearch vessels – revised arrangements

14 STCW 95 application to certificates of service MGN 116 (M) April 2000

15 Certification of inshore tug personnel MGN 117 (M) April 2000

16 Certification of inshore craft personnel MGN 126 (M) Not yet issued(other than tugs)



Tel 02380 329 231Fax 02380 329 252E-mail: [email protected]

April 2000

MC124/1/020


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1.0 Introduction

1.1 The Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations 1997 (the Regulations)implement in the United Kingdom some of the requirements of the International Convention onStandards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping 1978 as amended in 1995 (STCW 952) andits associated Code (STCW Code). The Regulations specify the conditions to be satisfied for theissue of certificates of competency and endorsements to those certificates, for service in theMerchant Navy. The remaining amendments to the Convention are implemented by TheMerchant Shipping (Safe Manning, Hours of Work and Watchkeeping) Regulations 19973.

1.2 STCW 95 prescribes mandatory minimum requirements for certification of deck and engineerofficers and watch ratings including requirements relating to age, medical fitness, seagoingservice and standards of competence. To satisfy these, candidates for UK certificates ofcompetency have to meet certain medical standards (including eyesight); satisfactorilycomplete the minimum period of seagoing service; reach the required vocational and academicstandard; undertake ancillary technical training, and in the case of officer candidates, oncompletion of programmes of education and training approved by the Maritime andCoastguard Agency (MCA), pass an oral examination conducted by an MCA examiner. Furtherinformation on the various requirements is detailed in other parts of this series of GuidanceNotes.

1.3 STCW 95 requires Administrations to establish its own near-coastal voyage limits and for theUK this is within 150 miles from a safe haven in the UK and 30 miles from a safe haven in Eire.

1.4 For the purposes of this MGN, “sea-going” means any voyage beyond Category C and Dwaters (as set out in Merchant Shipping Notice MSN 1569 (M)).

2.0 Certificates of Competency

2.1 Deck Department – The Regulations provide for the following certification for masters anddeck department personnel involved in bridge watchkeeping and navigational duties as shownbelow in Table 1. Additional flexibility is however provided by further limitations andrestrictions on certification for specific ship types or trades, as appropriate.

2Available from the Publications Department, The International Maritime Organization, 4 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SR.

3SI 1997/1320 as amended by SI 2000/484.

All references to “Parts” in this document are to other Parts of this series of Training and CertificationGuidance Notes

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Capacity Propulsive Power STCW 95 RegulationLimitation

OOW unlimited III/1

Second engineer less than 3,000kW III/3 *unlimited III/2

Chief engineer less than 3,000kW III/3 **unlimited III/2

Engine-room watch unlimited III/4rating

Table 1 Deck Department Certificates of Competency

Capacity Area Limitation Tonnage Limitation STCW 95 Regulation

OOW near-coastal less than 500 gt II/3none none II/1

Chief mate near-coastal less than 3,000 gt II/2near-coastal none II/2none less than 3,000 gt II/2none none II/2

Master near-coastal less than 500 gt II/3near-coastal less than 3,000 gt II/3

local domestic domestic passengervessels

near-coastal none II/2none less than 3,000 gt II/2none none II/2

Navigational none none II/4watch rating

2.2 Engine Department - The Regulations also provide for the following certification for chiefengineers and engine department personnel involved in watchkeeping and associated engine-room duties. Additional flexibility is however provided by further limitations and restrictionson certification for specific ship types, propulsion systems, or trade as appropriate.Engineer officers serving on ships of less than 750 kW are not required to hold certificates ofcompetency.

Table 2 Engine Department Certificates of Competency

* This certificate will be endorsed for service in vessels up to 6,000kW in the near-coastal area** This certificate may be endorsed, if required, for service in vessels up to 6,000kW in the near-

coastal area for those with not less than 36 months sea-service

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2.3 Dual Certification - Combined deck and engineer officer certificates of competency may beobtained under STCW 95 Regulation VII (the Dual or Alternative Certification System), whichwhilst requiring all the competencies specified for both disciplines, permits a reduction in thetotal sea service requirements. However, the UK, whilst approving training schemes forofficers who wish to combine deck and engineering training, has decided at this time not toissue certificates of competency under Regulation VII. Officers successfully completingcombined deck and engineer programmes will be issued with separate deck and engineercertificates in accordance with Regulations II and III. Further details of requirements are set outin Parts 2 and 3.

2.4 Under transitional arrangements, additional categories of deck and engineer officer certificatesmay be issued to ease the transition between the existing standards and those of STCW 95 (seeMerchant Shipping Notice MSN 1692(M) or subsequent amendments).

2.5 All certificates, for both the deck and engine departments, may also be limited for service onspecific ship types, engine types, or trades as appropriate.

2.6 Every certificate will be issued in the form required by Regulation I/2 of STCW 95.

3.0 Procedure for Obtaining a Certificate

3.1 There are two routes to gaining the necessary skills and underpinning knowledge required forthe issue of a certificate of competency: the vocational qualification (VQ) route and a routebased on traditional examinations. Where appropriate, both routes can lead to other nationallyrecognised qualifications, such as a Higher National Diploma (HND) issued by Edexcel(previously BTEC) or the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA)3.

3.2 The issue of a certificate of competency, particularly a first certificate, is generally the finalstage in the following procedure:

.1 demonstration of the required standard of physical fitness (by passing a medicalexamination/sight test);

.2 completion of the initial training requirements;

.3 completion of the appropriate watchkeeping and/or sea-service;

.4 successful completion of the approved training programmes and assessments;

.5 successful completion of all ancillary training as set out in Part 2 (deck) and 3(engineer)

.6 success in the MCA oral examination (not required for ratings certification underRegulations II/4 and III/4).

4.0 Extra Master and Extra First Class Engineer Certificates

4.1 The Extra Master and Extra First Class Engineer certificates were created for the benefit ofthose candidates who wished to demonstrate that they had professional qualifications superiorto the standard certificates of competency required for service at sea as master and chiefengineer respectively. These certificates are outside any internationally recognised certificationstructure. As the number of candidates for examination leading to the issue of these certificates has dropped very substantially over recent years, the MCA have withdrawn theseexaminations and ceased issuing the certificates from 1 August 1998.

5.0 Competency and Training

5.1 Certificates of competency are obtainable only by assessment and examination consisting ofpractical, written and oral components. Details of examination arrangements for thesecomponents are given in Parts 8, 9 and 11.

3With effect from 1 April 1997, the SQA took on the role and responsibilities of the Scottish Vocational

and Educational Council (SCOTVEC).

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5.2 Candidates will be assessed to ensure they meet the standards of competence required bySTCW 95. The STCW Code details the levels of knowledge, understanding and proficiency andthe methods which may be used to determine candidates’ competence to undertake differentfunctions associated with different levels of responsibility.

5.3 STCW 95 defines seven functions as follows:

.1 navigation;

.2 cargo handling and stowage;

.3 control and operation of the ship and care for persons on board;

.4 marine engineering;

.5 electrical, electronic and control engineering;

.6 maintenance and repair;

.7 radiocommunications;

at the following levels of responsibility:

.1 management - (master, chief mate, chief engineer, second engineer);

.2 operational - (watchkeeping officers);

.3 support - (watch ratings and other ratings with safety and pollution prevention responsibilities).

6.0 Sea Service

6.1 General Provisions

6.1.1 A candidate’s eligibility for certification will depend (among other things) upon the amountand type of sea-service performed and the type and area of operation of vessel(s) in whichemployed. The minimum amount of service acceptable for each grade of certificate ofcompetency is given in Part 2 for deck officers and Part 3 for engineer officers.

6.1.2 Unless candidates can prove the full amount of sea-service claimed, they will not normally beconsidered for assessment or examination. In a case where a candidate completes assessmentor passes an examination prior to having completed the required sea-service, he or she will notbe issued with a certificate until the required sea-service has been completed. At least 6 monthsof the qualifying sea-service must have been performed within the 5 years preceding theapplication.

6.1.3 Applicants for certificates other than first certificates (i.e. Reg. II/1, II/3, or III/1) are requiredto produce certificates of watchkeeping service signed by the Master or Chief Engineer of theships in which the service has been performed. In the case of service as Master or ChiefEngineer, the certificate must be signed by a responsible official of the company concerned. Thecertificates of watchkeeping service may incorporate the testimonials referred to in paragraph6.4 below. The specimen forms at Appendix 1B and 1D may be used as a guide for thispurpose.

6.1.4 Any applicant for a certificate of competency who has followed an approved VocationalTraining (VQ) programme of on-board training must produce a Training Record Book orTraining Portfolio completed in accordance with the recommendations of the Merchant NavyTraining Board.

6.1.5 Applicants for a first certificate of competency as deck officer not undertaking approved VQtraining, must produce as a minimum, evidence of participation in shipboard drills, exercisesand training. This may be documented in appropriate testimonials or in a Personal Trainingand Service Record Book published by the International Shipping Federation (ISF).

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6.1.6 Applicants for a first certificate of competency as engineer officer not undertaking approvedVQ training, must obtain an approved Personal Training and Service Record Book publishedby the ISF, and record as fully as possible the work they have done on board ships. All entriesmust be verified by the Chief Engineer and/or other appropriate officers wherever possible.

6.2 Verification of Service

6.2.1 Entries in a Discharge Book or Certificates of Discharge supported by testimonials will betreated as evidence of sea service. Where there are doubts about the sea service claimed or itcannot be verified as above, it will only be accepted upon written confirmation by someresponsible person having personal knowledge of the facts to be established.

6.3 Calculation of Service

6.3.1 Sea service entered in official documents as in paragraph 6.2 above, will be reckoned by thecalendar month, that is the time included between any given day in any month and thepreceding day of the following month, both inclusive. The number of complete months fromthe start of the period, ascertained in this way, should be worked at first, after which thenumber of odd days should be counted. The day on which the crew agreement began, as wellas that on which it ended, should both be included, all leave of absence excluded and all odddays added together and reckoned at thirty days to the month.

6.4 Testimonials Required

6.4.1 All applicants for first and subsequent certificates of competency must produce testimonialscovering character, standards of behaviour including sobriety, experience and ability on boardship and good conduct at sea, for at least the last twelve months of sea service preceding thedate of application.

6.4.2 For applicants for certificates other than the first watchkeeping certificate, testimonials may beincorporated in the watchkeeping service certificates referred to in paragraph 6.1.3 above.

6.4.3 For applicants for a first watchkeeping certificate of competency, the testimonials may beincorporated in a loose-leaf format into the Record Book or Training Portfolio for thosefollowing MNTB approved training programmes. In other cases, the specimen forms atAppendix 1A and 1C may be used as a guide.

6.4.4 Unless there are exceptional circumstances, the required testimonials must be signed by theMaster or Chief Engineer of the ships in which qualifying sea service has been performed. Inthe case of service as Master or Chief Engineer, the testimonials must be signed by aresponsible official of the company concerned.

6.5 Unsatisfactory Conduct

6.5.1 Candidates or potential candidates who, after having signed crew agreements have neglectedto join their vessels, or who, after having joined have left their ships other than upon discharge,or who have committed misconduct on board, will be required when applying for a Notice ofEligibility to produce satisfactory proof of two years subsequent service with good conduct atsea, unless the MCA, after investigation, should see fit to reduce this period.

MEDICAL FITNESS AND EYESIGHT REQUIREMENTS

7.0 Medical Fitness Certificates - General Provisions

7.1 All candidates for and holders of STCW 95 certificates of competency issued in the UK mustalso hold a valid medical fitness certificate, irrespective of the size of ship on which they areworking or on which they intend to work. The standards of medical fitness are currently setout in MSN 1746(M).

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7.2 Any seafarer, whose certificate expires whilst in a location where a medical examination inaccordance with the Regulations cannot be arranged, may continue to be employed without avalid medical fitness certificate for not more than three months from the date on which thecertificate expired.

7.3 Medical Certificates acceptable for a Certificate of Competency

7.3.1 These are:

.1 a certificate (commonly and currently known as ENG 1) issued by an approved medical practitioner in accordance with the Merchant Shipping (Medical Examination) Regulations 19834 (the Regulations).

.2 an appropriate medical fitness certificate issued by any of the countries listed inAppendix 2.

In each case the certificate is only valid if it is within the period of validity stated on it, (seeparagraph 7.4.2 below).

7.4 Application Procedure for a UK Medical Fitness Certificate

7.4.1 Applications should be made directly to an approved medical practitioner who is entitled to requirepayment of a prescribed maximum fee: a list of those currently approved is published in MerchantShipping Notice MSN 1750 (M).

7.4.2 If the approved medical practitioner considers that the seafarer meets the medical standards, a medical fitness certificate (ENG 1) will be issued. This may be restricted to such capacity ofsea service (eg catering department) or geographical area (eg excluding service in tropicalareas) as the medical practitioner thinks appropriate. The period of validity will be entered onthe certificate, subject to the seafarer’s age, as follows:

Under 18 years – valid for 1 year

18 years and over 40 – valid for 5 years

40 years and over – valid for 2 years

7.4.3 If the seafarer’s health (or type of work) demands it, an approved medical practitioner canissue a certificate valid for a shorter period. The medical fitness certificate should be retainedby the seafarer.

7.4.4 If the approved medical practitioner refuses to issue a certificate or issues a certificatecontaining a restriction on sea service or geographical area, he must also give the seafarer anotice of failure to meet the medical standards and right of appeal form (currently numberedENG 3) (see paragraph 7.6 below).

7.5 Review of Valid Certificate

7.5.1 If an approved medical practitioner has reasonable grounds for believing that the decision toaward a medical fitness certificate should be reviewed or that the certificate should bewithdrawn, he will notify the seafarer concerned and exercise his right under the Regulationsto demand the return of the certificate so that he can:

4SI 1983/808 as amended by SI 1985/512 and SI 1990/1985.

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.1 suspend its validity until the seafarer has undergone a further medical examination; or

.2 suspend its validity for such period as he considers the seafarer will remain unfit to goto sea; or

.3 cancel the certificate if he considers that the seafarer is likely to remain permanentlyunfit to go to sea.

7.6 Appeal Procedure

7.6.1 The appeal procedure is only available to an existing seafarer and for suspension of a certificatefor 3 months or more. For this purpose, an existing seafarer is one who has served at sea orwho has held a valid medical fitness certificate at any time during the two years immediatelypreceding the refusal, imposition of a restriction, suspension or cancellation of the certificate.

7.6.2 If a seafarer wishes to appeal, it is recommended that independent medical advice should besought from the seafarer’s family doctor or perhaps from the seafarer’s trade union oremployer. If the seafarer decides to proceed with an appeal, the application form (ENG 3),which is part of the notice of appeal and which includes an authority for the approved medicalpractitioner’s report to be released to the medical referee, must be completed and sent to theSeafarer Health & Safety Branch of the MCA at the address at the front of this Guidance Note.The application must be made within one month of the date on which the seafarer is givennotice by the approved medical practitioner of refusal, restriction or suspension of a certificate.The MCA will then arrange for the appeal to be considered by a medical referee and arrange anappointment for the seafarer to see the medical referee.

7.6.3 Any medical evidence in support of an application should be sent to the medical referee beforethe appointment date.

7.6.4 Further details of appeal procedure are given in MSN 1750 (M).

7.7 Eyesight Standards

7.7.1 An ENG 1 includes confirmation that eyesight standards are met. However for deckcandidates, if the ENG 1 is more than 2 years old, a separate sight test (a seafarer vision test)will be required for the issue of a first certificate of competency. Details of the requiredstandards and test arrangements for the seafarer vision test are given in Merchant ShippingNotice MSN 1745 (M+F).

7.7.2 To arrange a seafarer vision test, an application form should be obtained from any MCAMarine Office (listed at Appendix 3) and taken to any registered optometrist – available at mostopticians – who will conduct the test and complete the required report. This report should besubmitted with any application for a first certificate of competency.

8.0 Further Advice

8.1 Further information if required may be obtained from the MCA at any Marine Office or at theaddress given at the beginning of this MGN.

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Company Name

SEA SERVICE TESTIMONIAL - DECK CADET/RATING

Company Address / Contact Details : ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Tel:........................................ Fax:....................................

PART 1 - WATCHKEEPING SERVICE

This is to certify that:

Full Name of Cadet/Rating ...........................................................................................................Date of Birth ...........................................................................................................Discharge Book Number: ...........................................................................................................

has served on:

Name of Vessel: ................................. Official Number: ...................................

Type of Vessel: ................................. Gross Tonnage: ....................................

from: ....................................................... to: ................................................................

During this period the above-named cadet/rating accrued the following bridgewatchkeeping service (under the supervision of a certificated navigation officer) fornot less than 8 hours out of every 24 hours whilst the vessel was engaged onunlimited*/near-coastal* voyages:

.........................................Weeks ...............................................Days

In addition the above-named cadet/rating:

a) regularly carried out other duties in connection with the routine and maintenance ofthe ship*

b) was granted no leave of absence*

c) was granted leave of absence as follows*...............................................................................

* Delete as appropriate

EXAMPLE OF SEA SERVICE TESTIMONIALThis form should be used when a deck cadet or rating leaves a ship and should be submitted with any

application for an MCA certificate of competency

Appendix 1A

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PART 2 - TESTIMONIAL

My report on the service of the above-named deck cadet/rating, during the period stated, is asfollows:

Conduct:

Experience/ability:

Behaviour/sobriety:

PART 3 – OFFICIAL ENDORSEMENT

Name (block letters) of Master: ............................................................................................................

Signature of Master: ...............................................................................................................................

Ship’s/Company stamp and date:

In exceptional circumstances this testimonial may be signed by a responsible official of the Company.

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Company name

SEA SERVICE TESTIMONIAL - DECK OFFICER

Company Address / Contact Details : ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Tel:........................................ Fax:....................................



Full Name of Officer: .................................................................................Date of Birth: .................................................................................Discharge Book no. or other National I.D.: .................................................................................

has served on:

Name of Vessel: ................................. Official Number: ...................................

Type of Vessel: ................................. Gross Tonnage: ....................................

Area of Operation:...............................................................................................................................

from: ....................................................... to: .................................................................

in the capacity of watchkeeping officer under my command. During this period theabove-named officer was in full charge of a navigation watch for not less than..................hours out of every 24 hours whilst the vessel was engaged on unlimited*/near coastal*voyages.

In addition, the above-named officer :

(a) regularly carried out other duties in connection with the routine and maintenance ofthe ship;*

(b) served as the senior*/junior* of two watchkeeping officers during the following periods when bridge watches were doubled and at no other times;*

..............................................................................

(c) was granted no leave of absence*

(d)was granted leave of absence as follows*

...............................................................................

(e) served on board the vessel from.......................to......................whilst under refit or in the final stages of construction. (Such testimonials to be backed up by a detailed descriptionof the work undertaken.)


EXAMPLE OF SEA SERVICE TESTIMONIALThis form should be used when a deck officer or the master leaves a ship and should be submitted with

any application for an MCA certificate of competency

Appendix 1B

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My report on the service of the above-named officer, during the period stated, is as follows:

Conduct:

Experience/ability:

Behaviour/sobriety:


Name (in block letters) of Master: ........................................................................................................

Signature of Master: ...............................................................................................................................

Ship’s/Company stamp and date:

In exceptional circumstances this testimonial may be signed by a responsible Official of the Company.

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Company name

SEA SERVICE TESTIMONIAL - ENGINEER CADET/RATING

Company Address / Contact Details : ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Tel:........................................ Fax:....................................


This is to certify that

Full Name of Cadet/Rating .................................................................................Date of Birth: .................................................................................Discharge Book number: .................................................................................

has served on:

Name of Vessel: ................................. Official Number: .......................................

Type/Make of main propelling machinery: .......................................................................

Power (kW): ..........................................................................................................................................

Shaft Power (kW): ...............................................................................................................................

Type/Make of Auxiliary Machinery: ...............................................................................................

Type of Boilers: ....................................................................................................................................

from: .................................................... to: .................................................................

During this period the above-named cadet/rating accrued the following engine-roomwatchkeeping/duty engineer, UMS vessel service (under the supervision of acertificated engineer officer) for not less than 8 hours out of every 24 hours whilst thevessel was engaged on sea-going voyages:

.........................................Weeks ...............................................Days

In addition the above-named cadet/rating: ...................................................................................

a) regularly carried out other duties in connection with the routine and maintenance ofthe ship*

b) was granted no leave of absence*

c) was granted leave of absence as follows*...................................................................................


EXAMPLE OF SEA SERVICE TESTIMONIALThis form should be used when an engineer cadet/rating leaves a ship and should be

submitted with any application for an MCA certificate of competency

Appendix 1C

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My report on the service of the above-named engineer cadet/rating, during the periodstated, is as follows:

Conduct:

Experience/ability:

Behaviour/sobriety:


Name (in block letters) of Chief Engineer Officer: .......................................................................

Signature of Chief Engineer Officer: ...............................................................................................

Ship’s/Company stamp and date: .....................................................................................................


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Company Name

SEA SERVICE TESTIMONIAL - ENGINEER OFFICER

Company Address / Contact Details : ....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Tel:........................................ Fax:..................................



Full Name of Officer .................................................................................Date of Birth .................................................................................Discharge Book No. or other National I.D. ..................................................................................has served on

Name of vessel:........................................ Official Number: ....................................

Type/Make of main propelling machinery

Power (kW): ......................................................................................................................................

Shaft Power (kW): ............................................................................................................................

Type/Make of Auxiliary Machinery: ..........................................................................................

Type of Boilers: ..................................................................................................................................

from: ........................................................ to: ..............................................................

During this period the above-named officer accrued the following engine-roomwatchkeeping/duty engineer, UMS vessel service for not less than 8 hours out of every24 hours whilst the vessel was engaged on sea-going voyages:

.................................................Weeks .......................................................Days

NATURE OF OTHER DUTIES (Please tick appropriate boxes)

1. Day Work

2. Regular watch on auxiliary machinery:

3. Regular watch on main propulsion machinery:

(a) in full charge

(b) in subsidiary capacity

EXAMPLE OF SEA SERVICE TESTIMONIALThis form should be used when the engineer officer, or the Chief Engineer leaves a ship and should be

submitted with any application for an MCA certificate of competency

Appendix 1D

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4. Regular work in ships possessing:

(a) centralised control room

(b) full or partial automation

(c) facility to operate machinery in the unmannedmode for a significant proportion of each 24 hour period

5. Service on board the vessel whilst it was under refit or in thefinal stages of construction. (Such testimonials to be backed up by a detailed description of the work undertaken.)

During the whole period stated above, the above named-officer

(a) was granted no leave of absence*

(b) was granted .........................days leave of absence whilst still on crew agreement*

*Delete as appropriate

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My report on the service of the above-named officer, during the period stated, is as follows:

Conduct:

Experience/ability:

Behaviour/sobriety:


Name (in block letters) of Chief Engineer Officer: .......................................................................

Signature of Chief Engineer Officer: ...............................................................................................

Ship’s/Company stamp and date: ....................................................................................................


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Medical Fitness Certificates Issued Outside the UK

Medical fitness certificates issued in accordance with STCW 95 requirements in the countries listedbelow will be accepted by the MCA as evidence of medical fitness, provided that they meet the validityrequirements in paragraph 7.4.2.

Algeria France Norway

Angola Germany Pakistan

Argentina Greece Panama

Azerbaijan Guinea-Bissau Peru

Bangladesh Hong Kong Poland

Barbados India Portugal

Belgium Iraq Russian Federation

Bosnia & Herzegovina Ireland Singapore

Brazil Italy Slovenia

Bulgaria Japan South Africa

Canada Korea Spain

Costa Rica Kyrgyzstan Sweden

Croatia Lebanon Tajikstan

Cyprus Liberia Tunisia

Denmark Luxembourg Ukraine

Djibouti Malta United States

Egypt Morocco Uruguay

Finland Netherlands Yugoslavia

New Zealand

Appendix 2

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ABERDEEN Blaikies QuayAberdeen AB11 5EZTel: 01224 574122Fax: 01244 571 920

BELFAST Custom HouseQueens SquareBelfast BT1 3ETTel: 02890 562962Fax: 02890 562960

BEVERLEY Crosskill House(HULL) Mill Lane

BeverleyNorth HumbersideHU17 9JBTel: 01482 866606Fax: 01482 869989

CARDIFF Oxford HouseHills StreetCardiff CF1 2TDTel: 02920 229556Fax: 02920 229017

DOVER Langdon BatterySwingateDover CT15 5NATel: 01304 227710Fax: 01304 241124

FALMOUTH Pendennis PointCastle DriveFalmouthCornwall TR11 4WZTel: 01326 312761/312762Fax: 01326 314331

GLASGOW Marine House6000 Academy ParkGower StreetGlasgow G51 1TRTel: 0141 427 9400Fax: 0141 427 9401

GT. YARMOUTH 5th FloorYarmouth HouseYarmouth WayGreat YarmouthNorfolk NR30 2QZTel: 01493 330433Fax: 01493 330489

LEITH 1 John’s PlaceLeithEdinburgh EH6 7ELTel: 0131 554 5488Fax: 0131 554 7689

LIVERPOOL Graeme House2nd FloorDerby SquareLiverpool L2 7SQTel: 0151 471 1142Fax: 0151 471 1143

ORPINGTON Central Court(LONDON) 1B Knoll Rise

OrpingtonKent BR6 OJATel: 01689 890400Fax: 01689 890446

MILFORD HAVEN Gorsewood DriveHakinMilford HavenPembrokeshireSA73 3HBTel: 01646 693272Fax: 01646 697852

NEWCASTLE Government BuildingsBroadway WestGosforthNewcastle upon TyneNE3 2JLTel: 0191 285 7171Fax: 0191 284 7464

PLYMOUTH New Fish MarketBaylys WharfFish QuayPlymouth PL4 0LHTel: 01752 266211Fax: 01752 225826

SHETLAND The KnabKnab Road, LerwickShetland ZE1 0AXTel: 01595 696712Fax: 01595 692160

SOUTHAMPTON Spring Place105 Commercial RoadSouthampton S015 1EGTel: 02380 329329Fax: 02380 329351

STOCKTON ON TEES 3rd FloorVictoria HousePearson CourtPearson WayTeesdale ParkStockton on Tees TS17 6PTTel: 01642 611040Fax: 01642 614048

Appendix 3

MCA MARINE OFFICES

Safe Ships Clean Seas


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1

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION GUIDANCE – PART 2Certificates of Competency – Deck Department

Notice to Owners, Masters, Deck Officers and Ratings of Merchant Vessels and those concernedwith Maritime Training

This Note supersedes Marine Guidance Note MGN 2(M) and should be read in conjunction withMerchant Shipping Notices Nos M1328 and MSN 1692(M) (or subsequent amendments).


MGN 92 (M)


1 General requirements for certification MGN 91 (M) April 2000and medical fitness

2 Certificates of competency – deck department This Note

3 Certificates of competency – engine MGN 93 (M) April 2000department

4 Certificates of competency – radio personnel MGN 94 (M) July 1999

5 Special training requirements for personnel MGN 95 (M) April 2000on certain types of ships

Summary

This Marine Guidance Note (MGN) is part of a series which gives guidance regarding the application ofthe Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations 19971.

In order for the guidance to be easy to use and to keep up-to-date, the individual Parts will retain thesame Part number but the MGN number may change if and when revisions are necessary. The frontsheet of any revised Part will list the latest MGN numbers. Any references to “Part” in this Noterelates to this series of Guidance Notes as listed below.

Key Point

This Part gives information and guidance regarding the certification structure and requirements fordeck officers and navigation watch ratings. It is additional to the general guidance given in Part 1and is particular to the deck department.

1 SI 1997/348 as amended by SI 1997/1911


2

6 Emergency, occupational safety , medical care MGN 96 (M) April 2000and survival functions

7 Alternative certification – dual certification MGN 7 (M) April 2000

8 Education and training schemes MGN 8 (M) April 2000

9 Procedure for the issue and revalidation of MGN 9 (M) April 2000certificates of competency, marine engine operatorlicences and tanker endorsements

10 Ratings MGN 97 (M) April 2000

11 Conduct of MCA oral examinations MGN 69 (M) April 2000

12 Safety training for concessionaires MGN 120 (M) April 2000working on passenger ships

13 Use of fishing vessel certificates of competency MGN 121 (M) April 2000in standby, seismic survey and oceanographicresearch vessels – revised arrangements

14 STCW 95 application to certificates of service MGN 116 (M) April 2000

15 Certification of inshore tug personnel MGN 117 (M) April 2000

16 Certification of inshore craft personnel MGN 126 (M) Not yet issued(other than tugs)



Tel: 02380 329231Fax: 02380 329252E-mail: [email protected]

April 2000

MC124/1/021


1.0 Introduction

1.1 The Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations 1997 (the Regulations)implement in the United Kingdom some of the requirements of the International Conventionon Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping 1978 as amended in 1995, and itsassociated Code (STCW Code)2, and prescribe mandatory minimum requirements for thecertification of deck officers and navigational watch ratings.

1.2 Candidates for UK certificates of competency have to meet certain medical standards(including eyesight); satisfactorily complete the minimum period of seagoing service; reach therequired vocational and academic standard; undertake ancillary technical training, and in thecase of officer candidates, on completion of programmes of education and training approvedby the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA), pass an oral examination conducted by anMCA examiner.

1.3 A pass in each part of every examination i.e. written MCA oral and, where appropriate, signals,will remain valid for a period of 3 years. Passes in Higher National Diplomas (HND), OrdinaryNational Diploma examinations and Certificates of Achievement will remain valid forcertification purposes for 7 years.

2.0 Certificate Structure

2.1 The Regulations provide for the certification of masters and deck department personnelinvolved in bridge watchkeeping and navigational duties as shown below in Table 1.However, additional flexibility is provided by further limitations and restrictions oncertification for specific ship types or trades, as appropriate.

Table 1

2.2 There are three routes to gaining the necessary skills and underpinning knowledge required forthe issue of a certificate of competency: the Vocational Qualification (VQ) route, a route based ontraditional examinations and a route combining the two. Where appropriate, any route can leadto other nationally recognised qualifications, such as a Higher National Diploma (HND) issuedby Edexcel (previously BTEC) or the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA)3, or a degree.

Capacity Area Limitation Tonnage Limitation STCW 95 Regulation

OOW near-coastal less than 500gt II/3none none II/1

Chief Mate near-coastal less than 3,000gt II/2near-coastal none II/2none less than 3,000gt II/2none none II/2

Master near-coastal less than 500gt II/3near-coastal less than 3,000gt II/3

local domestic passenger vesselsnear-coastal none II/2none less than 3,000gt II/2none none 11/2

Navigational none none II/4watch rating

3

All references to “Parts” in this document are to other Parts of this series of Training and CertificationGuidance Notes

2Available from the Publications Department, International Maritime Organization, 4 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7SR

3With effect from 1 April 1997, the SQA took on the role and responsibilities of the Scottish Vocationaland Educational Council (SCOTVEC) and the Scottish Examinations Board (SEB).

4

2.3 Under transitional arrangements, additional categories of deck officer certificates may beissued to ease the transition between the existing standards and those of STCW 95 (see Merchant Shipping Notice MSN 1692(M) or subsequent amendments).

2.4 Further information on the various requirements for progression to each level of certification isillustrated in Table 2 below.

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3.0 Approved Sea Service

3.1 STCW 95 defines seagoing service as time spent on board a ship, relevant to the issue of a certificateor other qualification. The period of sea service required for certification varies with the level ofcertification and the training programme followed. The minimum requirements for the issue of adeck officer certificate of competency are shown in Table 3 below.

Table 3 Summary of Sea Service Requirements for Certificates of Competency

Unlimited trading area; unlimited ship size

5

Capacity VQ Level in Min Sea Service RequiredMarine Vessel Age

Operations VQ route Examination route

36 months* 36 months*OOW unlimited VQ Level 3 18 (reduced to 12 months* if (II/1) following an MNTB approved

course of VQ training)

Chief Mate VQ Level 4 – 12 months watchkeeping service 18 months watchkeeping serviceunlimited (II/2) whilst holding a II/1 certificate, whilst holding a II/1 certificate,

– 36 months watchkeeping service 36 months watchkeeping servicewhilst holding a II/1 certificate, whilst holding a II/1 certificate,

including at least 12 months including at least 18 monthswhilst holding a Chief Mate whilst holding a Chief Mate

unlimited II/2 certificate unlimited II/2 certificate

VQ Level 4Master plus orunlimited (11/2) additional 24 months watchkeeping service

units whilst holding a II/1 certificate,including at least 12 months whilst

holding a Chief Mate unlimitedII/2 certificate and sailing as

Chief Mate

Unlimited trading area; ships less than 3,000gt.





Chief Mate (II/2) – – 6 months watchkeeping service whilst holding a II/1 certificate

36 months watchkeeping service whilst holding a II/1 certificate,including at least 12 months whilst holding a Chief Mate unlimited

II/2 certificateMaster (II/2) VQ Level 4 – or

24 months watchkeeping service whilst holding a II/1 certificate, including at least 12 months whilst holding a Chief Mate unlimited

II/2 certificate and sailing as Chief Mate

6

Near-coastal trading area; ships less than 500gt



36 months* 36 months*OOW (II/3) VQ Level 3 18 (reduced to 12 months* if following an

near-coastal units MNTB approved course of VQ training)

Master (II/3) – 20 12 months as OOW holding a II/3 or II/1 certificate

Near-coastal trading area; ships less than 3,000gt



36 months* 36 months*OOW unlimited VQ Level 3 18 (reduced to 12 months* if following an(II/1) MNTB approved course of VQ training)

Chief Mate (II/2) – Nil

Near-coastal trading area; unlimited ship size





Chief Mate (II/2) VQ Level 4 – 12 months watchkeeping service 18 months watchkeeping servicenear-coastal whilst holding a II/1 certificate whilst holding a II/1 certificate

units

Master (II/2) – – 24 months watchkeeping service 36 months watchkeeping serviceincluding at least 12 months including at least 18 monthswatchkeeping service whilst watchkeeping service whilst

holding a Chief Mate (more than holding a Chief Mate (more than3,000gt near-coastal) II/2 3,000gt near- coastal) II/2certificate or Chief Mate certificate or Chief Mate

(unlimited) II/2 certificate (unlimited) II/2 certificate

7

Domestic passenger vessels operating in the near-coastal area within a nominated area

* 6 months of the last 12 months sea service must have been whilst engaged in bridge watchkeepingduties



36 months* 36 months*OOW (II/3) VQ Level 3 18 (reduced to 12 months* if following an

MNTB approved course of VQ training)*

Master (II/3) – 20 12 months watchkeeping service in the operating area whilstholding an OOW II/3 certificate is required before this

certificate will be issued

3.2 General Requirements for Qualifying Sea Service

3.2.1 The qualifying service specified for any particular deck officer certificate of competency mustbe performed in the deck department and is reckoned from the date of engagement to the dateof discharge. At least 6 months of the qualifying service must have been performed within the5 years preceding the application. Sea service should normally be performed on merchantships of at least 24 metres in length or not less than 80gt proceeding to sea. Other sea servicemay be accepted in lieu of a limited amount of service in specialised ships (see paragraph 3.7)or a limitation may be imposed on the certificate of competency.

3.2.2 Candidates for certification as officer of the navigational watch (OOW) are required to producea statement from their employers, or the master(s) under whom they have served, that at least6 of the last 12 months of their sea service have been spent on navigational watchkeepingduties under the supervision of a certificated officer. These duties may include keeping a look-out on the bridge or acting as helmsman but should not generally exceed 2 months out of therequired 6 months. Where watchkeeping service is required for other certificates, candidatesmust provide proof of having served as watchkeeping officer for not less than 8 hours out of every 24 hours service claimed.

3.2.3 Trainee deck officers must produce evidence that an approved training programme (details inPart 8) has been followed, and that all service while on board ship was performed in asatisfactory manner. Not more than 2 months of that service may have been spent standing-bya new vessel during the final stages of construction, in dry dock, or undergoing engine repairs.Candidates who fail to produce satisfactory evidence that they have followed a trainingprogramme approved by the MCA may be required to complete an additional period of seaservice before being considered eligible for a certificate of competency. Other candidates mayclaim sea service reduction for attendance on approved training programmes or in recognitionof higher academic achievements (see paragraph 3.6.3 below).

3.3 Verification of Service

3.3.1 Entries in a Discharge Book or Certificates of Discharge supported by testimonials will betreated as evidence of sea service. Where there are doubts about the sea service claimed or itcannot be verified as above, it will only be accepted upon written confirmation by someresponsible person having personal knowledge of the facts to be established.

3.4 Calculation of Service

3.4.1 Sea service entered in official documents as in paragraph 3.3.1 above, will be reckoned by thecalendar month, that is the time included between any given day in any month and the

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preceding day of the following month, both inclusive. The number of complete months fromthe commencement of the period, ascertained in this way, should be computed, after which thenumber of odd days should be counted. The day on which the crew agreement commenced, aswell as that on which it terminated, should both be included, all leave of absence excluded andall odd days added together and reckoned at thirty days to the month.

3.5 Testimonials Required

3.5.1 All applicants for first and subsequent certificates of competency must produce testimonialscovering character, standards of behaviour including sobriety, experience and ability on boardship and good conduct at sea, for at least the last twelve months of sea service preceding thedate of application.

3.5.2 For applicants for certificates other than the first watchkeeping certificate, testimonials may beincorporated in the watchkeeping service certificates referred to in Part I.

3.5.3 For applicants for a first watchkeeping certificate of competency, the testimonials may beincorporated in a loose-leaf format into the Record Book or Training Portfolio for thosefollowing MNTB (Merchant Navy Training Board) approved training programmes. In othercases, the specimen forms at Appendix 1A and 1C of Part 1 may be used as a guide.

3.5.4 Unless there are exceptional circumstances, the required testimonials must be signed by theMaster or Chief Engineer of the ships in which qualifying sea service has been performed. Inthe case of service as Master or Chief Engineer, the testimonials must be signed by aresponsible official of the company concerned.

3.6 Sea Service Requirements for Candidates not Following an MNTB Approved/VQ Training Programme

3.6.1 The sea service requirements for candidates for deck officer II/1 certificates of competency as OOWwho are not following approved cadet training programmes, may be varied as follows:

.1 Cadets not following MNTB approved training programmes and ratings with 36months sea-service in the deck department (48 months if service was as a GeneralPurpose rating), must have spent at least 6 of the last 12 months sea service on dutiesassociated with bridge watchkeeping, under the supervision of a certificated deckofficer.

.2 Certificated Radio Officers with at least 36 months service on merchant vessels willbe required to complete either:

.1 a further 18 months undertaking duties in both deck and radio departments; or

.2 a further 12 months as a deck rating or trainee deck officer

whilst maintaining a record of training in an approved Training Record Bookobtainable from the MNTB. In both cases at least 6 months must be spent on dutiesassociated with bridge watchkeeping under the supervision of a certificated deckofficer;

.3 Royal Navy Officers (Warfare Branch) with more than 36 months RN sea service willbe required to complete a minimum of 3 months sea service on merchant vessels.

.4 Holders of Deck Officer (Fishing Vessel) Class 1 or Skipper (Full) certificates ofcompetency will not be required to undertake sea service on merchant ships prior toundertaking an STCW 95 Reg II/1 certificate of competency.

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.5 Holders of Deck Officer (Fishing Vessel) certificates of competency, other than thosedescribed above, will be required to complete 3 months sea service on merchant vessels.

.6 Persons who have served on fishing vessels or RN ships in the deck department(other than those described above) with more than 36 months sea service, will berequired to complete a minimum of 6 months sea service in the deck department onmerchant ships, which must be spent on duties associated with bridge watchkeepingunder the supervision of a certificated deck officer.

.7 Certificated engineer officers will be required to complete 12 months sea service asa trainee deck officer. At least 6 months must be spent on duties associated withbridge watchkeeping under the supervision of a certificated deck officer.

3.6.2 Holders of Extended European or Middle Trade Command Endorsements who have servedat least 36 months as master in vessels trading outside the Limited European area, will not berequired to complete further sea service between being awarded a Chief Mate (unlimited)Reg II/2 certificate and being allowed to apply for a Master (unlimited) certificate.Certificates for Chief Mate (unlimited) under Reg II/2 will also be endorsed for Master, lessthan 3,000gt.

3.6.3 For those following the traditional route based on written examinations, for progression to a deckofficer II/2 certificate of competency for service in the capacity of Chief Mate (unlimited), theofficer will be required to have performed at least 18 months watchkeeping sea service whileholding a OOW II/1 certificate. In order to obtain a deck officer II/2 certificate for the capacity ofmaster, the officer will be required to have performed at least 18 months watchkeeping seaservice whilst holding a II/2 certificate for the capacity of Chief Mate (unlimited).

3.6.4 Candidates for a deck officer II/2 certificate of competency for service as Chief Mate (near-coastal) on ships more than 3,000gt, may count watchkeeping sea service performed at sea beforeobtaining a merchant navy certificate of competency towards the total required, provided that nosuch service is counted twice, i.e. towards both a first and subsequent certificate of competency.Not less than 6 months watchkeeping service holding a deck officer II/1 certificate of competencyas OOW (unlimited) must be completed in all cases.

3.6.5 Holders of fishing vessel certificates of competency who qualify for the issue of a deck officer II/1certificate of competency as OOW (unlimited) who then wish to obtain a deck officer II/2certificate of competency for service as Chief Mate (near-coastal) on ships more than 3,000gt, willbe given remission from the required watchkeeping service at the discretion of the MCAExaminer. Holders of Fishing Vessel Class 1 or Skipper (Full) certificates of competency, may alsoqualify for remission of sea service between deck officer II/2 certificate of competency for serviceas Chief Mate (near-coastal) on ships more than 3,000gt and that of deck officer II/2 certificate ofcompetency for service as Master (near-coastal) on ships more than 500gt. Such remission shall beat the discretion of the MCA Examiner.

3.6.6 In certain exceptional circumstances, the MCA’s Chief Examiner may allow a reduction in thesea service requirement or exemption from any part of the examinations to candidates whohave achieved relevant academic achievement or technical training considered to beequivalent. Each case will be considered on a case by case basis.

3.7 Service in Specialised Ships

3.7.1 Service in the specialised ships listed in Tables 4 and 5 below will be counted towards thequalifying sea service required for a certificate of competency, subject to the conditions stated.

3.7.2 Candidates taking advantage of the sea service reductions in Table 5, will have their certificatesof competency restricted to service in tugs until the full sea service requirements have been met.

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Type of service Rate ConditionsApplicable

Seagoing 1 counted at full rate towards 100%sea or w/k service required

Service in Cat.D* waters 3/4 counted at three quarter rate towardsa maximum of 75% of total sea orw/k service required

Service in Cat.C* waters 1/2 counted at half rate towards a maximum of 50% sea as w/k servicerequired

Table 5 Sea-Service Allowances for Service in Tugs

* as defined in Merchant Shipping Notice MSN 1719 (M)

Type of service or vessel Rate ConditionsApplicable

Ministry of Defence vessels at sea 1 at least 3 months service on merchanteg RN, RMAS, RAF, Range vessels ships also required

cable ships 1 sea-service counted in full towardssail training vessels unlimited certificate provided atfishery protection vessels least 2/3 of time on board spent at sea;research and survey vesselssalvage vesselsnavaid tendersstand-by vessels OR ORcruising pilot vesselsseagoing ferries 1.5 if less than 2/3 of time on board isMOUs on passage (of actual spent at sea

steaming time)

Standing by new construction 1 maximum of 2 months for traineein final stages; or vessels in dry deck officers and a maximum of dock or undergoing engine repairs 3 months for other personnel

Service in fishing vessels more than 1 at least 6 months service on16.5 m outside near-coastal area merchant ships also required

FPSOs 0.5 counted at half rate towards a max ofMOUs on station 50% total sea or w/k service required.

NOT applicable for approved cadet trgprogrammes

Table 4 Sea Service Allowances for Service in Specialised Ships

Key:RN – Royal NavyRMAS – Royal Maritime Auxillary ServiceRAF – Royal Air ForceMOU – Mobile Offshore UnitFPSO – Floating Production & Storage Offtakew/k – Watchkeeping

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3.7.3 Where candidates have other types or combinations of sea service not included in the above tables,details of service together with documentary evidence should be submitted for consideration tothe MCA’s Chief Examiner at the address at the beginning of this MGN.

4.0 Navigational Watch Ratings

4.1 The STCW 95 requirements for navigational watch ratings are laid down in STCW RegulationII/4 and details of the training standard required are given in section A-II/4 of the STCWCode. Details of procedures relating to the certification of ratings are given in Part 10.

4.2 Owners of ships registered in the United Kingdom may apply to the MCA for authorisation toissue UK watch rating certificates on behalf of MCA.

5.0 Conversion Training

5.1 Details of requirements for holders of Deck Officer Class 5 and Deck Officer Class 1 (FV)certificates of competency who wish to convert to STCW 95 Regulation II/1 OOW certificatesare set out in Part 8.

6.0 Ancillary Training

6.1 Ancillary training in safety and technical subjects is also required for the issue of a certificate ofcompetency and is summarised below in Table 6. Although under the VQ system, this trainingmay be subsumed in VQ units, a certificate for each ancillary course unit must be obtained bythe candidate from the training provider.

6.2 Ancillary training certificates issued by overseas administrations in accordance withSTCW/ILO, as listed at Appendix A, will be accepted by the MCA towards UK certificates ofcompetency.

7.0 MCA Oral Examinations

7.1 Candidates for deck officer certificates of competency are required to take an oral examinationconducted by an MCA examiner at an MCA Marine Office. The examination is to verify thecandidate's ability to undertake the duties of OOW, chief mate, or master as appropriate.Details of procedures and syllabuses relating to examination and assessment leading to a UKcertificate of competency are given in Parts 8, 9 and 11.

8.0 Medical Fitness Standards

8.1 It is a UK and International requirement that all certificated officers meet certain medicalfitness and eyesight standards. Seafaring is a potentially hazardous occupation which calls fora high standard of health and fitness in those entering or re-entering the industry. Certificatedofficers must meet certain medical and eyesight standards, and hold a valid medical certificateissued under Merchant Shipping (Medical Examinations) Regulations 1983 3 or an acceptableequivalent.

8.2 Seafarers between the ages of 18 and 40 must be examined for medical fitness at intervals notexceeding five years, and seafarers aged 40 or over at intervals not exceeding two years.Further details of medical fitness requirements are set out in Part 1 and in MSN 1750 (M).

9.0 Further Advice

9.1 Further information if required is available from the MCA at any Marine Office or at theaddress given at the beginning of this MGN.

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Safe Ships Clean Seas

3 SI 1983/808 as amended by SI 1985/512 and SI 1990/1995

* required for all seafarers in charge of lifesaving equipment** required before taking up position as master or chief mate and by any other person on board

designated as being in charge of medical care. In order to serve on a UK flag ship as masterand/or person in charge of medical care, it will be necessary to have undertaken the approvedmedical care training within the previous five years or, if such training was taken earlier, to haveat least undertaken an approved refresher course within the previous five years.

Additional Training STCW 95 Regulation STCW Code Requirements Ref.

II/1 II/2 II/3 II/4

Personal Survival Techniques ✓ ✓ ✓ A-V1/1-1

Fire Prevention and Fire ✓ ✓ ✓ A-VI/1-2Fighting

Elementary First Aid ✓ ✓ ✓ A-V1/1-3

Personal Safety and Social ✓ ✓ ✓ A-V1/1-4Responsibility

Proficiency in Survival Craft ✓ ✓ A-V1/2*and Rescue Boats

Advanced Fire Fighting ✓ ✓ A-VI/3

Medical First Aid ✓ ✓ A-V1/4-1

Medical Care ✓ A-VI/4-2**

Radar and ARPA Simulator Trg - ✓ ✓ A-II/1Operational level

Radar and ARPA Simulator Trg - ✓ A-II/2Management level

Efficient Deck Hand (EDH) ✓ ✓

GMDSS (GOC) ✓ A-IV/2

Restricted Operator Certificate (ROC) ✓ A-IV/2

Other Requirements

Medical Fitness (including sight) ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Table 6 Ancillary Training and Other Requirements

Appendix A

ACCEPTANCE OF OVERSEAS SHORT TRAINING PROGRAMMESFOR ISSUE OF UK CERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCY

TRAINING ANY STCW SIGNATORY

Basic Training: Personal Survival Techniques ✔

Basic Training: Fire Precautions & Fire-Fighting ✔

Basic Training: Elementary First-Aid (not equivalent to First Aid at Sea) ✔

Basic Training: Personal Safety & Social Responsibility ✔

Navigational or Engine-Room Watchrating certificate ✔

Efficient Deck Hand (EDH) (ILO) ✔

AB Certificate (ILO) ✔

Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (CPSC & RB) (replaces existing CPSC, which itself replaced the Lifeboatman Certificate) ✔ 1

CPSC & RB for Fast Rescue Boats –

Advanced Fire-Fighting ✔ 2

Medical First-Aid (replaces existing First Aid at Sea) ✔ 3

Proficiency in Medical Care (replaces existing Ship Captain’s Medical Training) –

Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) – General Operators Certificate ✔ 4

Radar-ARPA Simulator Training (operational level) ✔ 3

Radar-ARPA Simulator Training (management level) –

Tanker Familiarisation Training ✔ 5

Specialised Tanker Training (oil/chemical/gas) (for Tanker Endorsements) –

Medical Fitness Certificate ✔ 6

1 Not when a requirement for the issue of a UK certificate of competency, but acceptable for engineer revalidation under STCW 95 if from a UK recognised administration as listed at paragraph 1 below

2 Not when a requirement for the issue of a UK certificate of competency

3 Only when higher UK training in the same field is being undertaken

4 Only CEPT countries (and others with whom UK has bilaterial agreements as listed atparagraph 2 below)

5 Ratings only (and officers when training for higher certificates of competency is being undertaken)

6 Only those countries specified in the relevant Merchant Shipping Notice (currently MSN 1750 (M))

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1. UK-Recognised Administrations (see note 1 in Table above)

Australia Hong Kong PortugalBelgium India SingaporeCanada Italy SpainDenmark Malta South AfricaEire Netherlands SwedenFaroe Islands New Zealand UkraineFinland Norway USA France PakistanGermany Poland

The following countries are likely to be recognised in the near future

Croatia GreeceIceland Philippines

2. GMDSS accepted from the Following Countries Only

AustraliaCanadaGreeceNew ZealandSouth AfricaHong Kong (if issued under UK sovereignty)

CEPT countries: Croatia NorwayCzech Republic PolandDenmark PortugalEire RomaniaFinland SwedenGermany SwitzerlandHungary TurkeyIceland United KingdomLiechtensteinNetherlandsPhilippines*

*Philippines’ GMDSS accepted with certificates issued by the nationalauthorities and with diplomas from: Norwegian Training Centre, Manila Consolidated Training Systems Inc, Manila, (former Consolidated MaritimeResources Foundation Inc) Philippine Transmarine Carriers Inc, Manila

A GMDSS General Operators Certificate which is not from one of the UK-recognisedadministrations listed in this section, will be acceptable as equivalent to a GMDSS RestrictedOperators Certificate for the purpose of revalidation only, even though the UK does not otherwiserecognise these GMDSS certificates.


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Appendix 5: MNTB Working Schedule

Merchant Navy Training Board – Project work plan (version 3, June 2005)

Month FOUNDATION DEGREE

MN Pathway Wider Maritime Sector

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS (NOS) AND QUAL’S

January Desk research Desk research Desk research

February 4th: STEERING GROUP M

S 1

4th: STEERING GROUP Desk research and initial consultation with representative bodies

16th: STEERING GROUP Desk research and initial consultation (cont’d)

March MS

2

1st: Deck and Engineering working groups

11th: Stakeholder workshop (London) 18th: STEERING GROUP

Postal questionnaire to employer and other interest groups 18th: STEERING GROUP

Desk research and consultation (cont’d)

April 12th: Deck and Engineering working groups (STC)

29th: STEERING GROUP

Continue desk research and face-to face meetings 29th: STEERING GROUP

MS

1

6/7th: Stakeholders Residential Workshop (Glasgow)


May MS

3

19th: Deck working group (STC) 23rd Engineering working group

3 half-day consultation events tba 18th: Working group (MN eng) 26th: Working group (MN deck)

June 17th: STEERING GROUP24th: MNTB Seminar and Foundation

Degree Forum (London) 28th: Engineering working group

(London)

17th: STEERING GROUP Feasibility study for wider maritime sector completed

Development work 7th: Working group (fishing)

July MS

5

13th MNTB Technical Committee 15th: STEERING GROUP 19th: Stakeholder workshop (London)

MS

4


tbc Working group (Fishing) 22nd STEERING GROUP 26th Working groups (MN Deck +

Eng)

August

September

9th: STEERING GROUP (to be confirmed) 22nd/23rd: Stakeholders Residential workshop (South Shields)

October

MS

6

MS

2

28th STEERING GROUP

November 11th: STEERING GROUP

MS

3 Submission of revised NOS Commence review of qualifications and assessment strategy

December

MS

7

End of project Continue review of qualifications


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Appendix 6: Credit Transfer Arrangements HNC


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Appendix 6 Credit Transfer Arrangements Unit Mapping between HNC Nautical Science Group Award (G8F5 15) and HNC Nautical Science Group Award (G5VW 15)

HNC Nautical Science Group Award (G8F5 15)

HNC Nautical Science Group Award (G5VW 15)

Unit No Unit title SCQF level

Credit Unit No Unit title SCQF level

Credit

F0LS 35 Celestial Navigation 8 1.5 D77R 35 Celestial Navigation 8 1.5 F0LD 34 Ship Stability: An Introduction 7 1.5 D78A 34 Ship Stability 1 7 1.5 F0LM 34 Marine Cargo Operations 7 1.5 D77Y 34 Cargo Work 7 1.5 F0LF 34 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction 7 1 D78B 34 Ship Construction 7 1 F0LH 34 Marine Meteorology: An Introduction 7 1 D77V 34 Meteorology 1 7 1

F0LV 34 Chartwork and Tides 7 2 D77S 34 D77T 34

Chartwork LO 1,2 and 3 Tides and Sailings LO2

7 7

1.5 1

F0M0 34 Navigational Mathematics and Science 7 1 D77T 34 D77W 35

Tides and Sailings LO 1 Bridge Watchkeeping LO 4

7 8

1 1.5

F0LR 34 Bridge Watchkeeping 8 1.5 D77W 35 Bridge Watchkeeping LO 1,2,3 8 1.5

F13B 34 HNC Nautical Science Graded Unit 1 7 1 D78E 34 Shipboard Operations Integrative

Assessment 7 1

F0LJ 34 Marine Law and Management 7 1 OPT D78C 34 Marine Law and Management 7 1 F0LK 34 Marine Emergency Response and

Communications 7 1 OPT D77X 34 Emergency Response and Communications

7 1

D75X 34 IT Applications Software 1 7 1 OPT A6AM 04 IT Applications 1 7 1


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Appendix 6a: Credit Transfer Arrangements HND


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Credit Transfer Arrangements HND Unit Mapping between HND Nautical Science Group Award (G8E8 16) and HND Nautical Science Group Award (G5VX 16)

HND Nautical Science Group Award (G8E8 16) HND Nautical Science Group Award (G5VX 16)



Credit

F0LS 35 Celestial Navigation 8 1.5 D77R 35 Celestial Navigation 8 1.5 F0LD 34 Ship Stability: An Introduction 7 1.5 D78A 34 Ship Stability 1 7 1.5 F0LM 34 Marine Cargo Operations 7 1.5 D77Y 34 Cargo Work 7 1.5 F0LF 34 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction 7 1 D78B 34 Ship Construction 7 1 F0LH 34 Marine Meteorology: An Introduction 7 1 D77V 34 Meteoroloy 1 7 1 F0LV 34 Chartwork and Tides 7 2 D77S 34

D77T 34 Chartwork LO 1, 2 and 3 Tides and Sailings LO2

7 7

1.5 1

F0M0 34 Navigational Mathematics and Science 7 1 D77T 34 D7W 35

Tides and Sailings LO 1 Bridge Watchkeeping LO 4

7 8

1 1.5

F0LR 34 Bridge Watchkeeping 8 1.5 D77W 35 Bridge Watchkeeping LO 1, 2, 3 8 1.5 F13B 34 HNC Nautical Science Graded Unit 1 7 1 D78E 34 Shipboard Operations Integrative

Assessment 7 1

F0LJ 34 Marine Law and Management 7 1 D78C 34 Marine Law and Management 7 1 F0LK 34 Marine Emergency Response and

Communications 7 1 D77X 34 Emergency Response and

Communiactions 7 1

D75X 34 IT Applications Software 1 7 1 A6AM 04 IT Applications 1 7 1 F0LG 35 Marine Passage Planning 8 1.5 D78F 35 Passage Planning 8 1.5 F0LW 35 Management of Bridge Operations 8 1.5 D78G 35 Bridge Management 8 1.5 F0LP 35 Applied Marine Meteorology 8 1.5 D78H 35 Meterology 2 8 1.5 F0LC 35 Ship Stability: Theory and Practice 8 1.5 D78J 35 Ship Stability 2 8 1.5 F0LX 35 Management of Vessel Operations 8 2 D78L 35 Cargo and Port Operations 8 2 F0LY 35 Marine Vessels: Structures and Maintenance 8 1 D78K 35 Structures and Maintenance 8 1 F0LB 35 Shipboard Management 8 1 D78N 35 Shipboard Management 8 1 F0LN 35 Shipmasters Business 8 2 D79M 35 Shipmasters Business 8 2 D78P 35 Marine Engineering Systems 8 1 OPT D78P 35 Marine Engineering Systems 8 1 OPT D5VR 04 Safety Management Systems 8 1 OPT D5VR 04 Safety Management Systems 8 1


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HND Nautical Science Group Award (G8E8 16) HND Nautical Science Group Award (G5VX 16)



Credit

F13C 35 HND Nautical Science Graded Unit 1 8 1 D78R 35 Navigational Management Integrative Assessment 1

8 1

F13D 35 HND Nautical Science Graded Unit 1 8 1 D78S 35 Operational Management Integrative Assessment 2

8 1


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Appendix 7: Exemplar Questionnaire


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Appendix 7

Industry/Employer Consultation Questionnaire 1 Revision of HNC/HND Nautical Science Name and address of Organisation

Telephone Number Contact Name and Position

e-mail Fax No

Thank you for taking the time to complete this questionnaire. Your contribution and opinions are valued. Please return your questionnaire to Derek Robbie, Head of School Nautical Studies, Glasgow College of Nautical Studies, 21 Thistle Street, Glasgow. G5 9XB Question 1 The Core Skills of Communication, Numeracy, Information Technology, problem Solving and Working with Others will normally be developed in both the HNC and HND. On a scale of 1-4 from the lowest priority to the highest, which areas would you see as important to develop this Group Award ? Core Skills Area Very

Important 1

Quite Important

2

Fairly Important

3

Of Little Importance

4 Communications

Reading

Writing

Oral

Numeracy

Using Number

Using Graphical Information


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Information Technology

Using IT

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Planning and Organising

Reviewing and Evaluating

Working with Others

Question 2 Do you think it is important that these skills are assessed and certificated or do you think that they should only be developed in the teaching and learning process? Please give an example of the kind of task that you require an HNC/HND Graduate to do in each relevant Core Skills Area.

Core Skills Area Develop Assess Example

Communications

Reading

Writing

Oral

Numeracy

Using Number

Using Graphical Information

Information Technology

Using IT

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Planning and Organisation

Reviewing and Evaluating

Working with Others


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Appendix 7a: Exemplar Questionnaire


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Appendix 7a HNC/HND Nautical Science Revalidation Questionnaire 2 The decision has been made to update the HNC/D Nautical Science award. When designing the new course we would like to satisfy the needs of the employers in producing a qualification which may be of interest and benefit to the nautical industry. We would welcome any comments you would care to make. Revision of HNC/HND in Nautical Science Name and Address of University

Contact Name and Designation

E-Mail Tel Number

1 Proposed title of the revised Group Awards – HNC and HND Nautical Science Comments: eg Does this reflect the qualification content? Does this reflect the demands of the vocational area? How does this relate to the professional bodies in the vocational area? 2 The 2 specific aims of the HNC Nautical Science award are - ♦ It is intended that the HNC Nautical Science award will form the basis of a delivery vehicle

for the underpinning knowledge required for MCA certification at Officer of the Watch level as described by STCW 95.

♦ This qualification would be intended for groups of mature seafarers who wish to obtain a first

Certificate of Competency. It could also be used for those cadet entrants who did not meet the main entry requirements of the accelerated training programme, and could be the basis of a training scheme for those students who would follow the “Alternative Route” to certification as defined by the MNTB.


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Comments: Do these specific aims for the HNC Nautical Science reflect the aspirations of employers? Can you suggest additional aims for the HNC Nautical Science that we should consider? 3 The specific aims of the HND Nautical Science award are - ♦ To provide the type of officer who is in great demand world-wide. Currently this demand

exceeds supply and all successful candidates obtain immediate employment.

♦ The HND is the means of delivering the UPK of a SVQ, automatically ensures the academic rigour of the vocational qualification through the use of existing internal and external moderation systems. This will continue for the immediate future as explained above.

♦ The HND is recognised by Higher Education Institutions to the extent that in many cases it enables direct progression into the 2nd year or above of many degree programmes.

♦ The HND provides status and is seen by the industry as a valuable base for progression to shore-based employment within the individual company structure.

♦ The HND is recognised internationally and there remains a high demand for the qualification as part of a MN Certificate of Competency from numerous foreign nationals at all levels.

♦ The HND Nautical Science also provides the skills and knowledge relevant to many shore-based careers in the operational aspects of shipping, including ship management, cargo handling, pilotage, towage, pollution control, surveying, port control and other marine related occupations.

Comments: Do these reflect the aspirations of employers? Can you suggest additional aims for the HND Nautical Science that we should consider?


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4 We think the following structure would best suit the HNC and HND Nautical Science

Award but we would welcome your comments. Descriptions of the Units are attached to this questionnaire to assist you make comments on these proposed Units. Name of Unit Mandatory or optional M/O Comments HNC Nautical Science Celestial Navigation M Navigational Mathematics M Ship Stability: An Introduction M Chartwork and Tides M Marine Meteorology: An Introduction M Naval Architecture: Ship Construction M Cargo Operations: An Introduction M Bridge Watchkeeping M Graded Unit 1 M HND Nautical Science HNC Nautical Science Units Plus Emergency Response and Communications M Marine Law and Management M Passage Planning M Management of Bridge Operations M Applied Marine Meteorology M Marine Engineering Systems M Management of Vessel Operations M Shipboard Management M Shipmasters Business M Ship Stability: Further Studies M Information Technology Applications 1 M Ships Structures and Maintenance Systems M Graded Unit 2 M Graded Unit 3 M Overall comment on the HNC Nautical Science Overall comment on the HND Nautical Science


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Core Skills Written Communication — Reading Written Communication — Writing Oral Communication Using Graphical Information Using Number Using Information Technology Problem Solving — Critical Thinking Problem Solving — Planning and Organizing Problem Solving — Reviewing and Evaluating Working with Others 5 Which skill areas would you see as relevant to develop in the new course? Skill Areas Very

Relevant 1

Relevant 2

Irrelevant 3

Totally Irrelevant 4

Reading, producing and interpreting technical and legislative information from various sources

Produce written and computer based reports; technical, customer based etc.

Communicate clearly and concisely with others when giving and receiving oral instructions and conveying messages

Interpreting and analyzing information portrayed in graphical formats, e.g stability data, charted data etc

Interpreting and analyzing information portrayed in numerical formats, e.g stability data, navigational data.

Carry out mathematical calculations accurately

Make effective use of electronic navigational and other IT equipment

Utilize critical analysis techniques to resolve common shipboard problems and situations

Effectively appraise , plan, execute and monitor shipboard operations, e.g. planning a passage, supervise and manage cargo operations

Establish, develop and manage effective working relationships aboard ship

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6 All new HNs will all have (a) Graded Unit(s). This will allow us to give candidates a Graded Unit

which will reflect the aims of the award and their ability to integrate and retain knowledge and demonstrate understanding. This Graded Unit can be an examination or it can be a project, eg a case study. Please comment on our proposal.

Graded Unit proposal Graded Unit 1 - Examination

This Unit will be used to ensure that candidates are able to draw together underpinning knowledge from a number of Units making up the HNC Nautical Science. It will allow the student to check that they have a detailed understanding across the range of Units covered at the STCW 95 Operational level. It can also be used by Higher Education Institutes in determining the candidate’s suitability for progression onto degree programmes.

Comments Graded Units proposal Graded Unit 2 and 3 - Examinations

Graded Units 2 and 3 will be used to ensure that candidates have the overall detailed underpinning knowledge required for STCW 95 certification at a management level. They can also be used by Higher Education Institutes in determining the candidate’s suitability for progression onto degree programmes.


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Comments

Thank you for your time and your comments.


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Appendix 8: Mapping of Aims of the HNC to individual Units


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Appendix 8 Mapping of the Aims of the HNC to individual Units The HNC Nautical Science has the following specific aims: 1 To enable candidates to obtain a Certificate of Competency as an Officer Trainee. 2 Prepares candidates for the responsibility of keeping a watch at sea and in port. 3 Develops skills to enable candidates to effectively navigate a vessel by traditional and modern means. 4 Develops skills to enable candidates to operate a vessel in a safe and effective manner. 5 Develops skills to enable candidates to work with others in a safe and effective manner. 6 Develops skills to deal with emergency situations. 7 Develops awareness of current maritime legislation. 8 Prepares candidates for the MCA written and Oral examinations at Officer of the Watch level.

Aim Unit No Credit Unit title 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 F0LV 34 2.0 Chartwork and Tides √ √ √ √ F0MO 34 1.0 Navigational Mathematics and Science √ √ √ √ F0LH 34 1.0 Marine Meteorology: An Introduction √ √ √ √ √ √ F0LR 34 1.5 Bridge Watchkeeping √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ F0LM 34 1.5 Marine Cargo Operations √ √ √ √ √ √ √ F0LD 34 1.5 Ship Stability: An Introduction √ √ √ √ √ √ √ F0LF 34 1.0 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction √ √ √ √ √ F0LS 35 1.5 Celestial Navigation √ √ √ √ F13B 34 1.0 Nautical Science Graded Unit 1 √ √ √ √


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Appendix 9 Mapping of Aims to HND Units The HND Nautical Science has the following specific aims: 1 To enable candidates to obtain a Certificate of Competency as an Officer Trainee. 2 Prepares candidates for the responsibility of keeping a watch at sea and in port. 3 Develops skills to enable candidates to effectively navigate a vessel by traditional and modern means. 4 Develops skills to enable candidates to operate a vessel in a safe and effective manner. 5 Develops skills to enable candidates to work with others in a safe and effective manner. 6 Develops skills to deal with emergency situations. 7 Develops awareness of current maritime legislation. 8 Prepares candidates for the MCA written and Oral examinations at Officer of the Watch level. 9 Develops the skills required to manage and control the safe navigation of the vessel in all conditions. 10 Develops the skills required to manage and control vessel operations in compliance with current legislation. 11 Develops a sound understanding of shipboard management issues and techniques. 12 Develops a sound understanding of the ship Masters role with respect to the legal aspects of managing the navigation and operation of the vessel. 13 Develops an understanding of the vessels propulsion maintenance and engineering requirements. 14 Prepares candidates for the MCA written and Oral examinations at both Officer of the Watch level and, in the case of mature seafarers, Chief Mate Level.


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Unit title Aim Unit No Credit 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

F0LV 34 2.0 Chartwork and Tides √ √ √ √ F0MO 34 1.0 Navigational Mathematics and Science √ √ √ √ F0LH 34 1.0 Marine Meteorology: An Introduction √ √ √ √ √ √ F0LR 34 1.5 Bridge Watchkeeping √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ F0LM 34 1.5 Marine Cargo Operations √ √ √ √ √ √ √ F0LD 34 1.5 Ship Stability: An Introduction √ √ √ √ √ √ √ F0LF 34 1.0 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction √ √ √ √ √ F0LS 35 1.5 Celestial Navigation √ √ √ √ F13B 34 1.0 Nautical Science Graded Unit 1 √ √ √ √ √ F0LK 34 1.0 Marine Emergency Response and

Communication √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √

F0LJ 34 1.0 Marine Law and Management √ √ √ √ √ √ D75X 34 1.0 Information Technology: Applications

Software 1 √ √ √

F0LG 35 1.5 Marine Passage Planning √ √ √ √ √ F0LW 35 1.5 Management of Bridge Operations √ √ √ √ √ √ F0LP 35 1.5 Applied Marine Meteorology √ √ √ √ F0LC 35 1.5 Ship Stability: Theory and Practical

Application √ √ √ √

F0LY 35 1.0 Marine Vessels: Structures and Maintenance

√ √ √ √

F0LX 35 2.0 Management of Vessel Operations √ √ √ √ F0LN 35 2.0 Shipmasters Business √ √ √ √ √ √ F0LB 35 1.0 Shipboard Management √ √ √ √ F13C 35 1.0 Nautical Science Graded Unit 2 √ √ √ √ F13D 35 1.0 Nautical Science Graded Unit 3 √ √ √ D78P 35 1.0 Marine Engineering Systems √ √ D5VR 35 1.0 Safety Management Systems √ √ √ √ √


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Appendix 10: Professional Diploma Programme


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Appendix 10 Professional Diploma Programme Suggested Unit Delivery Sequence Training

Phase Unit No Unit title

1 F0LS 35 Celestial Navigation 1 F0LD 34 Ship Stability: An Introduction 1 F0LM 34 Marine Cargo Operations 1 F0LF 34 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction 1 F0LH 34 Marine Meteorology: An Introduction 1 F0LV 34 Chartwork and Tides 1 F0M0 34 Navigational Mathematics and Science 1 F0LR 34 Bridge Watchkeeping 1 D75X 34 Information Technology Applications Software 1 1 F13B 34 HNC Nautical Science Graded Unit 1 3 F0LJ 34 Marine Law and Management 3 F0LK 34 Marine Emergency Response and Communications 3 F0LG 35 Marine Passage Planning 3 F0LW 35 Management of Bridge Operations 3 F0LP 35 Applied Marine Meteorology 3 F0LC 35 Ship Stability: Theory and Practice 3 F0LX 35 Management of Vessel Operations 3 F0LY 35 Marine Vessels: Structures and Maintenance 3 F0LB 35 Shipboard Management 3 F0LN 35 Ship Masters Business 3 D78P 35 Marine Engineering Systems 3 F13C 35 HND Nautical Science Graded Unit 2 3 F13D 35 HND Nautical Science Graded Unit 3


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Appendix 11: Main Stream/Alternative Route Programme


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Appendix 11 Mainstream/Alternative Route Programmes Suggested Unit Delivery Sequence Training

Phase Unit No Unit Title

Induction D75X 34 Information Technology Applications Software 1 3 F0LM 34 Marine Cargo Operations 3 F0LF 34 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction 3 F0LH 34 Marine Meteorology: An Introduction 3 F0LV 34 Chartwork and Tides 3 F0M0 34 Navigational Mathematics and Science 5 F0LR 34 Bridge Watchkeeping 5 D75X 34 Information Technology Applications Software 1 5 F0LD 34 Ship Stability: An Introduction 5 F0LJ 34 Marine Law and Management 5 F0LK 34 Marine Emergency Response and Communications 5 F13B 34 HNC Nautical Science Graded Unit 1 7 F0LG 35 Marine Passage Planning 7 F0LW 35 Management of Bridge Operations 7 F0LP 35 Applied Marine Meteorology 7 F0LC 35 Ship Stability: Theory and Practice 7 F0LX 35 Management of Vessel Operations 7 F0LY 35 Marine Vessels: Structures and Maintenance 7 F0LB 35 Shipboard Management 7 F0LN 35 Ship Masters Business 7 D78P 35 Marine Engineering Systems (Optional)


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Training Phase

Unit No Unit Title

7 D5VR 35 Safety Management Systems (Optional) 7 F13C 35 HND Nautical Science Graded Unit 2 7 F13D 35 HND Nautical Science Graded Unit 3

Note: The Alternative Route to the Professional Diploma Programme has yet to be finalised. The above programme is what is currently approved by the MNTB for trainee officers


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Appendix 12: Core Skills Mapping to HNC Nautical Science


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Appendix 12 Core Skills Mapping of HNC Nautical Science

Written Comms Unit No Unit Name

Reading Writing

Oral Comms

Using Graphical

Info

Using Number

Using IT Problem Solving –

C T

Problem Solving –

P & O

Problem Solving –

R & E

WWO

F0LS 35 Celestial Navigation 5 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S

F0LV 34 Chartwork and Tides 5 S 5 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 5 S


6 S 6 S

F0LH 34 MarineMeteorology: An Introduction

5 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 5 S 5 S 5 S

F0LR 34 Bridge Watchkeeping 5 S 5 S 6 S 5 S 5 S 5 S 5 S 5 S 5 S

F0LM 34 Marine Cargo Operations 5 S 5 S 5 S 4 S 4 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S

F0LD 34 Ship Stability: An Introduction

5 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S


5 S 5 S 6 S 5 S 5 S


N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A


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Appendix 13 Core Skills Mapping of HND Nautical Science S = Core Skills are signposted within the Unit E = Core Skills are embedded within the Unit (and automatically certificated).


Reading Writing

Oral Comms

Using Graphical

Info

Using Number

Using IT

Problem Solving –

C T

Problem Solving –

P & O

Problem Solving –

R & E

WWO

F0LS 35 Celestial Navigation 5 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S

F0LV 34 Chartwork and Tides 5 S 5 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 5 S


6 S 6 S

F0LH 34 Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

5 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 5 S 5 S 5 S

F0LR 34 Bridge Watchkeeping 5 S 5 S 6 S 5 S 5 S 5 S 5 S 5 S 5 S

F0LM 34 Marine Cargo Operations 5 S 5 S 5 S 4 S 4 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S

F0LD 34 Ship Stability: An Introduction 5 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S


5 S 5 S 6 S 5 S 5 S



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Reading Writing

Oral Comms

Using Graphical

Info

Using Number

Using IT Problem Solving –

C T

Problem Solving –

P & O

Problem Solving –

R & E

WWO

F0LK 34 Marine Emergency Response and Communications

5 S 5 S 6 S 4 S 4 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S

F0LJ 34 Marine Law and Management 5 S 5 S 6 S 5 S 5 S 5 S 6 S

D75X 34 IT Software Applications 1 6 E

F0LG 35 Passage Planning 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S F0LW 35 Management of

Bridge Operations

6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S

F0LP 35 Applied Marine Meteorology 5 S 5 S 6 S 5 S 6 S 6 S

F0LC 35 Ship Stability: Theory and Practice

6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S

F0LY 35 Marine Vessels: Structures and maintenance

5 S 6 S 5 S 5 S 5 S

F0LX 35 Management of Vessel Operations

6 S 6 S 6 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S

F0LN 35 Shipmaster’s Business 6 S 6 S 6 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S

F0LB 35 Shipboard Management 6 S 6 S 6 S 5 S 6 S 6 S 6 S 6 S


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Reading Writing

Oral Comms

Using Graphical

Info

Using Number

Using IT

Problem Solving –

C T

Problem Solving –

P & O

Problem Solving –

R & E

WWO

F13C 35 HND Nautical Science Graded Unit 1


F13D 35 HND Nautical Science Graded Unit 2


D78P 35 Marine Engineering Systems

5 S 6 S 5 S 5 S 5 S 5 S 5 S 5 S 5 S

D5VR 35 Safety Management Systems


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Appendix 14: Mapping of Old NOS to new NOS


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Appendix 14 National Occupational Standards

Series A — Mapping old Units to new standards New standard

Old Unit Title

A01 114/115 Contribute to the stability and watertight integrity of a vessel A02 111/112/113 Ensure the stability and watertight integrity of a vessel A11 121 Take personal emergency action on board a vessel A12 122 Respond to emergencies on board a vessel A13 123/124 Control the response to emergencies on board a vessel A14 127 Direct the response to emergencies on board a vessel A15 125 Take control of survival craft and rescue boats A16 126 Provide medical services on board a vessel A21 131 Maintain steelwork and deck equipment on board a vessel A22 132 Organise the maintenance of the vessel’s hull, fittings and equipment during operational activities A31 141 Maintain personal health, safety and environmental standards on board a vessel A32 142 Maintain safe, legal and effective working practices on board a vessel A33 143 Ensure safe, legal and effective working practices on board a vessel A34 144 Create, maintain and enhance productive working relationships on board a vessel A35 145 Ensure compliance with the commercial obligations of a vessel


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Appendix 14 National Occupational Standards

Series B — Mapping old Units to new standards New standard

Old Unit Title

B01 203 Contribute to maintaining a navigational watch B02 205/206/207 Maintain a navigational watch B03 211/212/213 Plan a navigational voyage B04 214 Control navigation and vessel-handling B11 231/232 Initiate the response to navigation emergencies B12 233 Direct the response to navigation emergencies B13 411/421 Contribute to vessel operations B14 412 Monitor and control vessel operations B15 413 Plan and direct vessel operations B21 201 Contribute to vessel mooring, anchoring and securing operations B22 202 Control vessel mooring, anchoring and securing operations


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Unit No

NOS UNIT /HN Unit

A 0

1

A 0

2

A 1

1

A 1

2

A 1

3

A 1

4

A 1

5

A 1

6

A 2

1

A 2

2

A 3

1

A 3

2

A 3

3

A 3

4

A 3

5

B 0

1

B 0

2

B 0

3

B 0

4

B 1

1

B 1

2

B 1

3

B 1

4

B 1

5

B 2

1

B 2

2

F0LS35 Celestial Navigation √

√ √

F0LV34 Chartwork and Tides

√ √ √

F0M034 Navigational Mathematics and Science

√

F0LH34 Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

√

√

F0LR34 Bridge Watchkeeping √ √ √

√

√ √ √ √ √

√ √

F0LM34 Marine Cargo Operations √ √ √ √

√

√ √

√ √

F0LD34 Ship Stability: An Introduction √ √

√ √

F0LF34 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction √ √

√

√ √

F13B34 Nautical Science Graded Unit 1

Additional Units F0LK34 Marine Emergency

Response and Communication

√

√ √ √ √ √

F0LJ34 Marine law and Management: an introduction

√ √ √ √


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Appendix 16 NOS Mapping of HND Nautical Science

Unit No

NOS UNIT/ HN Unit

A 0

1

A 0

2

A 1

1

A 1

2

A 1

3

A 1

4

A 1

5

A 1

6

A 2

1

A 2

2

A 3

1

A 3

2

A 3

3

A 3

4

A 3

5

B 0

1

B 0

2

B 0

3

B 0

4

B 1

1

B 1

2

B 1

3

B 1

4

B 1

5

B 2

1

B 2

2

F0LS35 Celestial Navigation

√ √ √

F0LV34 Chartwork and Tides √ √ √

F0M034 Navigational Maths and Science √

F0LH34 Marine Meteorology: An Introduction √ √

F0LR34 Bridge Watchkeeping √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √

F0LM34 Marine Cargo Operations √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √

F0LD34 Ship Stability: An Introduction √ √ √ √

F0LF34 Naval Architecture: Ship Construction √ √ √ √ √

F13B34 Nautical Science: Graded Unit 1

F0LK34 Marine Emergency Response and Communication

√

√ √ √

√ √ √

F0LJ34 Marine law and Management: an introduction

√ √ √ √

D75X 34 Information Technology: Applications Software 1


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F0LG35 Marine Passage Planning √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √

F0LW35 Management of Bridge Operations √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √

F0LP35 Applied Marine Meteorology √ √ √

F0LC35 Ship Stability: Theory and Practical Application

√ √ √

F0LY35 Marine Vessels: Structures and maintenance

√ √ √ √ √

F0LX35 Management of Vessel Operations √ √ √ √ √ √

F0LN35 Shipmaster’s Business √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √ √

F0LB35 Shipboard Management √ √ √ √ √ √ √

F13C35 Nautical Science Graded Unit 2

F13D35 Nautical Science Graded Unit 3

D78P35 Marine Engineering Systems √ √

D5VR35 Safety Management Systems √ √ √


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STCW Reference

WN Navigation at The Operational Level

WN1 Plan and conduct a passage and determine position Outcome WN 1.1 Celestial Navigation WN 1.1.1 Know the concept of the celestial sphere and use the Nautical Almanac Celestial

Navigation O1

WN 1.1.2 Use instruments and apply corrections to obtain True Altitude and UTC Celestial Navigation

O1

WN 1.1.3 Obtain Latitude by meridian altitude Celestial Navigation

O3

WN 1.1.4 Obtain latitude by pole star observation Celestial Navigation

O3

WN 1.1.5 Obtain the direction of a position line and a position through which it passes from celestial observations Celestial Navigation

O3

WN 1.1.6 Obtain Compass Error from celestial observations Celestial Navigation

O2

WN 1.1.7 Fix the vessel's position by means of celestial observations Celestial Navigation

O4

WN 1.1.8 Select suitable stars for observation Celestial Navigation

O4

WN 1.2 Terrestrial Navigation

WN 1.2.1 Demonstrate a knowledge of charts and publications carried aboard ship Chartwork & Tides

O1

WN 1.2.2 Demonstrate a knowledge and use of Mercator Charts Chartwork & Tides

O1

WN 1.2.3 Demonstrate a knowledge of chart folio systems and their care Chartwork & Tides

O1

WN 1.2.4 Understand and demonstrate the proper use of Electronic Chart Display Systems NARAST (OPS)


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WN 1.2.5 Know the procedures for and make the necessary corrections to update charts and publications

including ECDIS NARAST (OPS)

WN 1.2.6 Know navigational terms and use formulae to calculate DR and EP Chartwork & Tides

O2

WN 1.2.7 Know and use visual methods of position fixing using charted objects and compass errors by transit Chartwork & Tides

O2

WN 1.2.8 Know the general theory on the causes of tides and perform calculations involving times and heights of tides (UK Ports only)

Chartwork & Tides

O3

WN 1.2.9 Know how to make adjustments to the vessels course and speed to take account of the passage plan requirements

Chartwork & Tides

O2

WN 1.2.10

Understand fundamental principles of passage planning Chartwork & Tides

O4

WN 1.2.11

Understand routeing instructions and guidelines Chartwork & Tides

O4

WN1.3 Electronic systems of position fixing and navigation

WN 1.3.1 Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of electronic navigational position fixing systems

NARAST (OPS)

WN 1.3.2 Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of the Loran C System NARAST (OPS)

WN 1.3.3 Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of satellite positioning systems NARAST (OPS)

WN 1.3.4 Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of the electronic log NARAST (OPS)

WN 1.3.5 Select position fixing methods from those available NARAST (OPS)

WN 1.4 Echo sounders

WN 1.4.1 Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of the marine echo sounder NARAST (OPS)


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WN 1.5 Compass — magnetic and gyro

WN 1.5.1 Understand the information supplied by ships compasses Navigational Maths & Science

O2

WN 1.5.2 Demonstrate a knowledge of the causes and nature of magnetic compass errors Navigational Maths & Science

O2

WN 1.5.3 Know limitations of the gyro compass Navigational Maths & Science

O3

WN 1.6 Steering and control systems

WN 1.6.1 Know the components of steering systems, and their function Bridge Watchkeeping

O2

WN 1.6.2 Know the various forms in which steering information is relayed to the helmsman Bridge Watchkeeping

O2

WN 1.7 Meteorology

WN 1.7.1 Know how to make accurate meteorological observations and use W.M.O. codes Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

O1

WN 1.7.2 Know the structure, and methods of heating and cooling of the troposphere Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

O2

WN 1.7.3 Understand the forces producing winds Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

O2

WN 1.7.4 Understand the processes of formation of cloud and precipitation, and the causes of reduced visibility Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

O2

WN 1.7.5 Know the general circulation of the atmosphere and the main climatic zones over the oceans Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

O3


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WN 1.7.6 Identify on surface charts the main synoptic patterns and air masses, and describe the weather

associated with each including local winds Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

O3

WN 1.7.7 Know the weather services available to shipping (in the near coastal area) Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

O1

WN 1.7.8 Know principal ocean currents Marine Meteorology: An Introduction

O4

WN 2 Maintain a safe navigational watch

WN 2.1 Watchkeeping WN 2.1.1

Know and use regulations and systems for the safe movement of vessels Bridge Watchkeeping

O1

WN 2.1.2

Know bridge watchkeeping procedures Bridge Watchkeeping

O2

WN 2.1.3

Understand the procedures relating to communications with bridge and engine personnel Bridge Watchkeeping

O2

WN 2.1.4

Understand the basic principles of and demonstrate ability to apply effective bridge watchkeeping and teamwork procedure

Bridge Watchkeeping

O2

WN 2.1.5

Know action to take if ice or icing is observed or suspected Bridge Watchkeeping

O2

WN 3 Use of radar and ARPA to maintain the safety of navigation

WN 3.1 Radar Navigation

WN 3.1.1

Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of marine radar and ARPA equipment to maintain safety of navigation

NARAST(OPS)


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WN 4 Respond to emergencies

WN 4.1 Emergency Procedures

WN 4.1.1

Know the meaning and type of alarms fitted to bridge equipment, and know the action to take in the event of malfunction or failure of bridge equipment

Marine Emergency Response & Communications

O1

WN 4.1.2

Know the contingency plans and action to take as OOW in the event of emergencies at sea or in port as applicable, including


O1

WN 5 Respond to a distress signals at sea

WN 5.1 Search and Rescue

WN 5.1.1

Recognise Distress, Urgency and Safety signals Marine Emergency Response & Communications

O2

WN 5.1.2

Know how to communicate with the distressed craft in accordance with International Regulations and procedures


O2

WN 5.1.3

Know how to obtain information on the position and nature of the distress Marine Emergency Response & Communications

O2

WN 5.1.4

Know the further action required to comply with contingency planning and master's instructions Marine Emergency Response & Communications

O2

WN 5.1.5

Know the general arrangements for search and rescue Marine Emergency Response & Communications

O2


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WN 6 Use of English to communicate

WN 6.1 Action to take when language difficulties arise

WN 6.1.1

Know and use the sources of phrases and codes to aid communication Marine Emergency Response & Communications

O3

WN 7 Transmit and receive information by visual signalling

WN 7.1 Visual Signalling

WN 7.1.1

Send and receive signals in the "International Code of Signals” Marine Emergency Response & Communications

O4

WN 7.1.2

Know visual safety, urgency and distress signals Marine Emergency Response & Communications

O4

WN 8 Manoeuvre the ship

WN 8.1 Manoeuvring the vessel

WN 8.1.1

Knowledge of the effects on manoeuvring, turning circles and stopping distances Bridge Watchkeeping

O3

WN 8.1.2

Know how to make the following manoeuvres Bridge Watchkeeping

O3

WN 8.2 Anchoring and Mooring

WN 8.2.1

Know the safety precautions to be observed when securing the vessel when mooring and anchoring EDH

WN 8.2.2

Knowledge of anchors, cables and associated gear EDH

WN 8.2.3

Know the use of anchors sufficient to ensure that the OOW could undertake duties involved in coming to a single anchor

EDH

WN 8.2.4

Knowledge of mooring terminology and the mooring systems of various ship types EDH

WN 8.2.5

Know the characteristics, safe handling and use of ropes used in mooring EDH


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WN 8.3 Safe Means of Access

WN 8.3.1

Know the safety requirements and how to rig, recover and maintain means of access to the vessel EDH

WC Cargo handling and stowage at the Operational Level

WC 1 Monitor the loading, stowage, securing and unloading of cargoes and their care during the voyage

WC 1.1 Cargo Handling, Stowage and Securing

WC 1.1.1

Know the principles and safe working practices for the proper loading, stowage and carriage of Dry, Refrigerated, Unitised, Containerised, Ro Ro and Bulk Cargoes

Marine Cargo Operations

O1

WC 1.1.2

Know and apply the principles and safe methods of arranging for the proper loading, stowage and carriage of Oil, Gas and Chemical Cargoes and related ballasting operations


O2

WC 1.1.3

Know how to conduct a deck watch alongside or at anchor. Marine Cargo Operations

O3

WO Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board at the operational level

WO1 Ensure compliance with pollution-prevention requirements

WO 1.1 Prevention of Pollution of the Marine Environment and anti-pollution procedures

WO 1.1.1

Understand how the MARPOL Convention and current legislation provide knowledge of the precautions and procedures to be taken to prevent pollution of the marine environment


O4


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WO 2 Maintain seaworthiness of the ship

WO 2.1 Ship’s Stability WO 2.1.1 Understand and apply the principles of ship stability for box and ship shape vessels to routine situations Ship Stability:

An Introduction All

WO 2.1.2 Not Applicable WO 2.1.3 Understand the causes of stress in a ship’s structure Naval

Architecture: Ship Construction

O3

WO 2.2 Ship Construction WO 2.2.1

Identify the significant features of a ship’s structure Naval Architecture: Ship Construction

O1

WO 2.2.2

Identify salient features of a range of ship types Naval Architecture: Ship Construction

O2

WO 3 Prevent, control and fight fires on board

WO 3.1 Fire prevention and fire fighting appliances Basic Firefighting

WO4 Operate life saving appliances

WO 4.1 Life saving CPSCRB

WO 5 Apply medical first aid aboard ship

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WO 6 Monitor compliance with legislative requirements

WO 6.1 Understand relevant marine law, codes and guidance notes

WO 6.1.1 Understand the relationship between law, codes and other forms of guidance Marine Law and Management: An Introduction

O1

WO 6.1.2 Have an awareness of the law, codes, principles and procedures and other forms of guidance relating to:

Marine Law and Management: An Introduction

O2

WO 6.1.3 Appreciate the requirements of records for commercial and legislative purposes Marine Law and Management: An Introduction

O2

WO 6.1.4 Know that there are personal and corporate penalties, for unlawful Acts or Omissions and for breaches of company regulations

Marine Law and Management: An Introduction

O2

WO 6.1.5 Understand the fundamental principles of anti-pollution legislation Marine Law and Management: An Introduction

O2

WM Management at the Operational Level

WM 1 Understand the principles of personnel management

WM 1.1.1

Understand the officer's managerial role and key responsibilities Marine Law and Management: An Introduction

O3

WM 1.1.2

Understand the principles of planning, directing and monitoring progress Marine Law and Management: An Introduction

O3

WM 1.1.3

Know how to communicate effectively Marine Law and Management: An Introduction

O3


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WM 1.1.4

Understand the importance of creating a safety culture in the workplace Marine Law and Management: An Introduction

O3

WM 1.1.5

Understand principles relating to the management of people Marine Law and Management: An Introduction

O3

WM1.2 Types of conflict which may occur between people at work and action to take

WM 1.2.1

Know how to deal with problem individuals and individuals with problems Marine Law and Management: An Introduction

O3


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STCW Reference

MN Navigation at The Management Level

MN1 Plan a voyage and conduct navigation MN 1.1 Planning and conducting navigation Outcome MN 1.1.1 Know the principles of Great Circle Sailing Marine Passage Planning O1 MN 1.1.2 Obtain correct tidal information Marine Passage Planning O1 MN 1.1.3 Know the principles of effective passage planning Marine Passage Planning O1 MN 1.1.4 Select the appropriate charts and publications to appraise the propsed passage Marine Passage Planning O1 MN 1.1.5 Appraise the intended passage, taking into account the following factors Marine Passage Planning O1, 2 MN 1.1.6 Prepare and document the intended passage plan Marine Passage Planning O2 MN 1.1.7 Make contingency plans for emergency situations in critical navigation areas Marine Passage Planning O3 MN 1.1.8 Evaluate the completed passage plan prior to commencement of the passage Marine Passage Planning O3 MN 1.1.9 Accurately evaluate, plot and record necessary alterations to the passage plan Marine Passage Planning O1 MN 1.1.10 Plan and conduct a simulated passage NARAST (Man)

MN 2 Determine position and the accuracy of resultant position fix by any means

MN 2.1 Celestial Navigation MN 2.1.1 Use instruments and apply corrections to apply to obtain True Altitude and UTC Emergency Planning MN 2.1.2 Obtain Latitude by meridian altitude Emergency Planning MN 2.1.3 Obtain latitude by pole star observation Emergency Planning

MN 2.1.4 Obtain the direction of a position line and a position through which it passes from celestial observations Emergency Planning

MN 2.1.5 Fix the vessel's position by means of celestial observations Emergency Planning MN 2.1.6 Select suitable stars for observation Marine Passage Planning O4


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MN 2.2 Terrestrial and coastal navigation MN 2.2.1 Know and use visual methods of position fixing using charted objects and compass

errors by transit Marine Passage Planning O3

MN 2.2.2 Know how to make adjustments to the vessels course and speed to take account of the passage plan requirements

Marine Passage Planning O4

MN 2.2.3 Determine the reliability of celestial and terrestrial fixes Marine Passage Planning O3,4 MN 2.3 Electronic systems of position fixing and navigation MN 2.3.1 Select position fixing methods from those available MN 3 Determine and allow for compass errors MN 3.1 Magnetic and gyro compasses and their errors MN 3.1.1 Understand the information supplied by ships compasses Bridge Management O3 MN 3.1.2 Demonstrate a knowledge of the causes and nature of magnetic compass errors Bridge Management O3 MN 3.1.3 Demonstrate a knowledge of the operation and use of the gyro compass Bridge Management O3

MN 3.1.4 Understand the systems under the control of the master gyro and have a knowledge of the operation and care of the main types of gyro compass Bridge Management O3

MN 3.1.5 Obtain compass errors from celestial observations Emergency Planning MN 4 Co-ordinate search and rescue operations MN 4.1 Search and Rescue Operations MN 4.1.1 Know the obligations and responsibilities for assistance at sea and the action to be

taken to render assistance Emergency Planning

MN 4.1.2 Plan and prepare a search NARAST (Man) MN 4.1.3 Know how to conduct a search NARAST (Man) MN 4.1.4 Know how to conduct a rescue NARAST (Man) MN 4.1.5 Know how to terminate SAR operations Emergency Planning MN 5 Establish watch-keeping arrangements and procedures


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MN 5.1 Bridge Resource Management MN 5.1.1 Understand statutory and international requirements regarding navigation, navigational

equipment and the qualifications and fitness of watchkeeping personnel Bridge Management

O1

MN 5.1.2 Prepare and write standing and night orders outlining the duties and responsibilities of navigation watchkeepers

Bridge Management O1

MN 5.1.3 Plan contingency actions Bridge Management O1

MN 5.1.4 Know the information which should be exchanged between the Master and Pilot in accordance with current guidance Bridge Management O1

MN 5.1.5 Understand the need to ensure the adequacy of an engineering watch Bridge Management O1 MN 6 Maintain safe navigation through the use of radar and ARPA and modern

navigation systems to assist command decision making

MN 6.1 Navigational information availability and relative importance MN 6.1.1 Evaluate available navigational information and determine its relative importance NARAST (Man) MN 7 Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions MN 7.1 Weather systems and oceanographic conditions

MN 7.1.1 Analyse and identify the major features of surface and upper air charts establishing the factors that affect the development, decay and movement of surface pressure systems Applied Marine Meteorology O1

MN 7.1.2 Know the weather conditions associated with the surface pressure systems Applied Marine Meteorology O1

MN 7.1.3 Interpret and evaluate meteorological and climatological data, with the objective of forecasting the weather and sea conditions that may be encountered during a voyage Applied Marine Meteorology O2

MN 7.1.4 Know the general surface water circulation of the oceans and adjoining seas and how the information is presented Applied Marine Meteorology O3

MN 7.1.5 Know the main types of floating ice, their origins, distribution, movement and nomenclature Applied Marine Meteorology O3

MN 7.1.6 Know the conditions that may cause ice accumulation on ships Applied Marine Meteorology O3


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MN 8 Respond to navigation emergencies MN 8.1 Planning for navigational and operational emergencies MN 8.1.1 Know the contingency plans and action to take as Master in the event of emergencies

at sea or in port as applicable, including: Emergency Planning

MN 8.1.2 Understand emergency towing arrangements and procedures Emergency Planning MN 8.1.3 Understand procedures for refloating a vessel with and without assistance Emergency Planning MN 8.1.4 Appreciate the value of drills and other training to cope with emergencies Emergency Planning MN 9 Manoeuvre and handle the ship in all conditions MN 9.1 Manoeuvre and handle the ship in all conditions MN 9.1.1 Understand ship design features affecting the manoeuverability including: Bridge Management O2 MN 9.1.2 Know other factors affecting manoeuvrability including Bridge Management O2 MN 9.1.3 Compare manoeuvring data for a range of ship types Bridge Management O2 MN 9.1.4 Know manoeuvring procedures when berthing and unberthing, in all conditions of wind,

current and tidal stream, with and without tugs: Bridge Management O2

MN 9.1.5 Know the procedures when manoeuvring the vessel for anchoring In all conditions of wind, current and tidal stream

Bridge Management O2

MN 9.1.6 Know the procedures relating to manoeuvring in routine circumstances including: Bridge Management O2 MN 9.1.7 Know the procedures relating to manoeuvring in emergencies including: Bridge Management O2 MN 10 Operate remote controls of propulsion plant and engineering systems and

services

MN 10.1 Marine Power Plant MN 10.1.1 Describe diesel plant Marine Engineering Systems O1

MN 10.1.2 Describe steam turbine plant Marine Engineering Systems O1

MN 10.1.3 Describe gas turbine plant Marine Engineering Systems O1

MN 10.1.4 Describe the transmission of power to the propulsion system Marine Engineering Systems O1

MN 10.1.5

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MN 10.1.6

Describe steering and manoeuvering systems Marine Engineering Systems O2

MN 10.1.7

Understand marine engineering terms Marine Engineering Systems O3

MN 10.1.8

Understand the concepts of control systems Marine Engineering Systems O3

MN 10.1.9

Understand the need for and describe the function and operation of: Marine Engineering Systems O3

MN 10.1.10

Describe the principles of bridge control Marine Engineering Systems O3

MN 10.1.11

Understand factors affecting fuel consumption Marine Engineering Systems O1

MC Cargo handling and stowage at the management level

MC1 Plan and ensure safe loading, stowage, securing, care during the voyage and unloading

MC1.1 Cargo handling and stowage MC 1.1.1 Understand the structural requirements for vessels with respect to the handling and

carriage of cargo Management of Vessel Operations

O1

MC 1.1.2 Understand stability/stress diagrams and stress calculating equipment Ship Stability:Theory and Application

O3

MC 1.1.3 Know the planning and operational procedures for the stowage and securing of dry cargoes, stores and equipment

Management of Vessel Operations

O1

MC 1.1.4 Know the planning and operational procedures for handling oil, liquid and gas cargoes Management of Vessel Operations

O2

MC 1.1.5 Know the planning and operational procedures for passenger operations Management of Vessel Operations

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MO Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on

board at the management level

MO 1 Control trim, stability and stress MO 1.1 Factors affecting trim, stability and stress MO 1.1.1 Understand the theories and factors affecting stability and trim Ship Stability:Theory and

Application O1

MO 1.1.2 Understand the factors affecting stability at moderate and large angles of heel Ship Stability:Theory and Application

O2

MO 1.1.3 Know the effect of damage and flooding on stability [no calculation required) Ship Stability:Theory and Application

O2

MO 1.1.4 Know the current national and IMO regulations concerning stability Ship Stability:Theory and Application

O1

MO 1.1.5 Understand stability/stress diagrams and stress calculating equipment Ship Stability:Theory and Application

O3

MO 2 Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements and measures to ensure safety of life at sea and the protection of the marine environment

MO 2.1 Responsibilities under International Maritime Law MO 2.1.1 Understand agreements and conventions Shipmasters Business O1 MO 3 Maintain safety and security of the ship’s crew and passengers and the

operational condition of LSA, FFA and other safety systems

MO 3.1 Drills, maintenance and procedures MO 3.1.1 Know the drills, and their organisation, required to comply with current national and

international legislation to include the following situations: Emergency Planning

MO 3.1.2 Know the operational maintenance requirements of FFA, LSA and other safety systems ADVANCED FIRE FIGHTING MO 3.1.3 Know the procedures to adopt prior to departure including Management of Bridge

Operations O1

MO 3.1.4 Know the procedures to adopt prior to heavy weather at sea and in port Management of Bridge Operations

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MO 4 Develop emergency and damage control plans and handle emergency

situations

MO 4.1 Emergency planning MO 4.1.1 Prepare plans for response to emergencies, including: Management of Bridge

Operations O2

MO 4.2 Ship Construction MO 4.2.1 Know the ship construction features and systems that may be used to limit damage Marine Vessels Structures

and Maintenance O1

MO 4.3 Methods and aids for fire prevention, detection and extinction MO 4.3.1 The criteria specified in the STCW Training in Advanced Fire Fighting document ADVANCED FIRE FIGHTING MO 4.4 Functions and use of LSA MO 4.4.1 The criteria specified in the STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boat (other

than Fast Rescue Boat) document CPSCRB

MO 5 Organise and Manage the Crew MO 5.1 Personnel and resource management MO 5.1.1 Understand personnel management theory Shipboard Management O1 MO 5.1.2 Understand application of management theory and skills Shipboard Management O2 MO 5.1.3 Understand budgetary control Shipboard Management O2

MO 5.2 International maritime conventions, recommendations and national legislation MO 5.2.1 Understand Employment Law Shipboard Management O3

MO 5.2.2 Understand Safety Management and Quality Assurance Legislation, Codes and Guidance Shipboard Management O3

MO 5.2.3 Application of Safety Management Systems Shipboard Management O3 MO 6 Organise and manage the provision of medical care on board MO 6.1 Medical care on board MO 6.1.1 The criteria specified in the STCW Medical Care on Board document MEDICAL CARE


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ML Law at Management Level

ML 1 Understand the principles and application of UK and international law ML 1.1 UK and International Legislation ML 1.1.1 Understand the relationship between law, codes and other forms of guidance Shipmasters Business O1 ML 1.1.2 Understand the principles of UK and international legislation Shipmasters Business O2 ML 1.1.3 Understand the application of UK and international law Shipmasters Business O2 ML 2 Understand and apply commercial law ML 2.1 UK and international legislation ML 2.1.1 Understand and apply relevant international regulations, codes and standards

concerning the safe handling, stowage, securing and transport of cargoes Management of Vessel Operations O1

ML 2.1.2 Understand the procedure on arrival at, and on departure from a port Shipmasters Business O3

MM Maintenance and materials at Management Level

MM 1 Maintain the vessel

MM 1.1 Properties and protection of materials MM 1.1.1

Understand the range and application of materials and processes Marine Vessels Structures and Maintenance

O1

MM 1.1.2

Know the properties and safe use of maintenance equipment and materials Marine Vessels Structures and Maintenance

O2

MM 2 Drydocking and Survey Preparation MM 2.1 Dry-docking procedures MM 2.1.1

Know the procedures for dry-docking Marine Vessels Structures and Maintenance

O3

MM 2.2 Survey Preparation MM 2.2.1 Know the preparations required for surveys Marine Vessels Structures

and Maintenance O3

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