MT-4122
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System
Course Description
Students will be taught to operate the radio communications required on board GMDSS-compliant vessels. Students will become proficient with GMDSS equipment and procedural operation along with developing a knowledge of radio wave propagation. The Electronic Navigation and GMDSS Solo courses contain all of the elements contained in the GMDSS model course developed in the United States. This course satisfies the requirements necessary to earn the STCW-95 endorsement as a Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Operator. [Lab time required]
Learning Objectives
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the following STCW elements:
- GMDSS-11.14 search and rescue radiocommunications
- GMDSS-11.14 procedures in the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual
- GMDSS-11.14 means to prevent the transmission of false distress alerts and the procedures to mitigate the effects of such alerts
- GMDSS-11.14 ship reporting systems
- GMDSS-12.1 provision of radio services in emergencies - abandon ship
- GMDSS-12.1 provision of radio services in emergencies - fire on board ship
- GMDSS-12.1 provision of radio services in emergencies - partial or full breakdown of radio installations
- GMDSS-12.2 Preventive measures for the safety of ship and personnel in connection with hazards related to radio equipment, including electrical and non-ionizing radiation hazards