Course code: Safety Officer One-Day Webinar
Duration: 1 Day (09:00 – 17:00)
Target groups: Deck and Engine Officers

Entry Requirements:

• Passport
• Seaman Book
• Certificate of Competency

CMTS S.A. is pleased to introduce Safety Officer one-day webinar which is addressed to all Deck and Engine Officers and aims to cover the following objectives related to safety:

• Acquire safety culture
• Enhance safety awareness
• New on-signers safety familiarization
• Acquaintance with ship’s safety equipment
• Embrace safe work practices
• Safety drills conduction
• SOLAS/Port State Control requirements

The core of this course is to provide to a brief outline of procedures, rules and regulations related to safety, as one of the main concerns onboard. Familiarization with safety duties, do’s and don’ts, ship’s safety equipment and its maintenance and inspections, safety drills and the role of each crewmember and safety audits mostly in terms of Port State Controls, will empower the understanding of safety for Property (vessel), Life (crew and passengers) and the Environment.

This course is also available upon request.

Course Code: High Voltage
Duration: 1 Day
Target Group(s): Engineers

“High Voltage” – and some of the main topics are the following:

The “High Voltage” course completes the already powerful training schedule for the engine crew with the “Engine-Room Simulator Based on IMO Model course 2.07” and the “Leadership and Team-work IMO Model Course 1.39”. All courses are supported by our State-of-the Art Engine Simulator.

Course Code: Collision Avoidance Course
Duration: 3 Day Seminar

Core of this particular course is the improvement of Safe Navigational Watch and Collision Avoidance through the presentation and refresh of the COLREG rules in conjunction with the Full Bridge Simulation exercises.  

Course Code: (IAMSAR Manual, Vol. III) IMO Model Course 3.15
Duration: 5 Days (09:30 – 17:00)
Target Group(s): Masters – Chief Officers

CMTS S.A. is pleased to introduce “SAR ON–SCENE COORDINATOR (IAMSAR Manual, Vol. III)” IMO Model Course 3.15. The Course is mandatory as per STCW Table A-II/2 (2010 Manila Amendments) and has been endorsed by the Administrations of Malta and Marshall Islands.

This Management-Level Course is the first of its kind to be offered to the Greek Maritime Community and it is addressed mainly to Masters and Chief Officers. 

With a balanced mixture of theory and indicative exercises, supported by our fully equipped state-of-the-art Bridge Simulator, the Course aims at conveying the required specific knowledge and skills that will qualify participants to effectively execute:

Course Code: ENGINE-ROOM SIMULATOR (Refresher course) BASED ON IMO MODEL COURSE 2.07 (Edition 2002)
Duration: 5 Days – 40 Hours
Target Group(s): Chief Engineers and Engine Officers

Scope & Objectives:

• Familiarization with the use of instrumentation and controls used in the engine-rooms of modern merchant ships
• Refreshing practical experience on operational procedures
• Awareness of the need for proper pre-planning, the use of the checklists and of the timescales involved in start-up procedures
• Understanding and awareness of correct watch keeping procedures
• Understanding of the way in which machinery units are interdependent
• Experience in identifying operational problems and trouble-shooting them
• The ability to make decisions, which promote the safety and efficiency of an operational plant.
• Gain and broad their abilities, skills and knowledge on all procedures involved

Entry Requirements:

• Seaman Book No, Passport No and Medical Card.
• 2 Photos
• Certificate of competency
• Certificate of Engine-Room Simulator IMO Model course 2.07

Gained Qualifications:

The course is essentially a practical one, consisting of a series of exercises structured around the operation of a ship’s machinery installation and carried out in conjunction with an engine-room simulator. It is conducted by an experienced Chief Engineer.

It is supported by our state-of- the-art full mission Engine Simulator with some indicative virtual scenarios such as preparing and firing up a cold steam boiler, engine failure, preparation and operation of main engine, commence of passage in shallow waters, bunkering procedures, very low-slow steaming, etc.

Certification/Course approval:

• Certificate of attendance “ REFRESHER ENGINE-ROOM SIMULATOR based on IMO Model Course 2.07 (Edition 2002) “
• The course is accredited by the Authority for Transport in Malta

Course Code: IMO Model Course 1.27
Duration: 5 Days (09:00 – 17:00)
Target Group(s): Masters – Deck Officers
 

The course has a Marshall Islands and Liberia Flag Approval		Bureau of Maritime Affairs - Republic of Liberia

Scope & Objectives

• Understanding the capability and limitations of ECDIS operations, and all indicated sub-topics
• Becoming proficient in operation, interpretation, and analysis of information obtained from ECDIS, and all indicated sub-topics
• Managing operational procedures, system files and data, and all indicated sub-topics

Entry Requirements

• Seaman book no. and/or passport no.
• 2 photos
• Certificate of Competency
• Valid medical card

Gained Qualifications
This IMO Model Course will provide experience in demonstrating sufficient knowledge, skills and understanding of ECDIS navigation and electronic charts to undertake the duties of a navigational watch officer as defined by the amended STCW code. The course is Flag Approved by Malta, Liberia and Marshall Islands flag Administrations.

Certification
ECDIS Generic Certificate as per the IMO Model Course 1.27

This course is also available on request

Course Code: STCW REFRESHER COURSE (Manila) - In accordance to STCW 78 requirements, as revised by the 2010 Manila Amendments
Duration: 2 Days – 16 Hours
Target Group(s): Masters and Deck officers

Scope & Objectives:

• Effective and safe maneuvering of the ship
• Knowledge of advanced stability
• Stress out the importance of environment and environment protection
• Knowledge of meteorology
• Apply specific knowledge on the field of Search and Rescue
• How to respond to a distress alert – SAR missions
• Knowledge of SAR Communications
• Security awareness and knowledge in designated security duties and responsibilities
• Apply specific knowledge on “Voyage planning with ECDIS”
• Knowledge on how to gain Situation Awareness
• Knowledge of Leadership and Team-working
• The ability to make decisions, which promote the safety and efficiency of an operational plant.
• Knowledge of a Safe navigational watch and use of navigational equipment
• Knowledge of blind pilotage techniques

Entry Requirements:

• Seaman Book No, Passp ort No and Medical Card
• 2 Photos
• Certificate of competency
• ECDIS Generic certificate (IMO Mod el course 1.27)
• BTM Certificate (IMO Model course 1.22)
• Leadership and Team working course (IMO Mod el course 1.39)
• Advanced firefighting and lifesaving course
• Medical awareness certificate

Gained Qualifications:

The course objectives are the refreshment knowledge in view of revalidation of the COCs as per STCW (2010 Manila amendments) Tables A-II /1, A-II/2, and BI/2 Reg. VI/5, BI/2 Reg. VI/6 demands on the following fields:

SAR – On scene coordinator, Environmental awareness, Voyage planning with ECDIS, Dedicated ship’s handling, Advanced stability, Advanced meteorology, Managerial skills, Security awareness, Maintain a safe Navigational watch

Certification/Course approval:

• Certificate of attendance “ Refresher Training in the STCW Convention (Manila Amendments) “
• The course is accredited by the Authority for Transport in Malta.

Course Code: IMO Model Course 3.23
Duration: 2 Days (09:00 – 15:00)
Target Group(s): Masters – Ch.Engineers  – Deck & Engine Officers – Maritime Industry Personnel - Security Armed Guards & Groups

Scope & Objectives

• Understanding piracy threats and current patterns
• Carrying out risk assessments
• Preparing to transit high-risk areas
• Transiting high-risk areas while monitoring the threat situation
• Taking effective action after encountering pirate crafts and how to avoid contact
• Familiarization with vessel’s evasive maneuvers during a pirate attack (Bridge Simulator)
• Surviving as a hostage
• UN safety Decalogue

 
Entry Requirements

• Seaman book no. and/or passport no.
• 2 photos

Gained Qualifications

• This model course aims to provide guidance to seafarers on precautions to be taken to reduce the risks of piracy attacks and the possible response to a piracy threat
• Consists of theory and bridge simulator exercises, with some indicative relative scenarios
   

Certification
Certificate of Attendance, as per detailed IMO Course 3.23 outlines

This course is also available on request

Course Code: IMO Model Course 1.22
Duration: 5 Days (09:00 – 17:00)
Target Group(s): Masters – Deck Officers – Maritime Industry Office Personnel

GL Approval Certificate		Transport Malta - Course Approval Certificate

Scope & Objectives

• Additional experience concerning the abilities and the maneuverability of the vessels
• Acquisition of experience on the effects on the behavior of the ship from lateral wind, current, shallow water effects, banks and narrow channels 
• The importance of passage plan and the need for an alternative plan “B”
• A greater comprehension and awareness of efficient bridge teamwork during watch keeping and ship handling, in normal and in emergency situations.
• Efficient management through development of interpersonal relationships 
• Resource management –team working – leadership – Crisis management
• Analysis and development of the critical areas of Delegation-Cultural differences –Change of watch briefing
• Interactions between the pilot – master – navigating officers 

Entry Requirements

• Seaman book no. and/or passport no.
• 2 photos
• Certificate of Competency

Gained Qualifications

• The course consists of theory and bridge simulator exercises. 
• This IMO model course, running in accordance with STCW 78 as amended, (Manila amendments) is enriched with human elements such as Crisis Management, Resource Management, Leadership, Teamwork and Managerial Skills modules, and deals with pilots – masters – officers interaction.
• Seamen are provided with experience in handling ships under various conditions and knowledge of a more effective and safer management with the proper use of all available human resources.

Certification
Certificate of attendance as per detailed IMO Course 1.22 framework and Swedish club Academy (MRM) detailed outlines accredited by Malta, Liberia and the Marshall Islands Administrations. 

This course is also available on request

Course Code: IMO Model Course 3.19
Duration: 2 Days (09:00 – 17:00)
Target Group(s): Masters – Deck Officers – Ch. Engineers – Engine Room Officers

Scope & Objectives: 

• Undertaking regular security inspections of the ship
• Maintaining and supervising the implementation of the Ship Security Plan
• Proposing modifications to the Ship Security Plan as required
• Reporting any deficiencies or non-conformities to the Company Security Officer
• Enhancing security awareness and vigilance on board
• Reporting all security incidents
• Coordinating implementation of the Ship Security Plan with the Company Security Officer and the relevant Port Facility Security Officer
• Ensuring that any security equipment is properly operated, tested, calibrated and maintained

Entry Requirements: 

• Seaman book no. and/or passport no.
• 2 photos
• Certificate of Competency

Gained Qualifications: 

• This course is provided as per the IMO Model course 3.19 detailed outline
• Good knowledge of Maritime Security Policy
• Understanding good and correct Ship Security Assessment procedures
• Security drills/security training 

Certification: 

Ship Security Officer Certificate

This course is also available on request

Course Code: Container vessels dedicated handling (Operational Level)
Duration: 1 Day (09:00 – 17:00)
Target Group(s): 2nd Officers
 

Scope & Objectives

• Refreshing knowledge, redefining duties
• Additional knowledge and skills regarding container vessels
• Officer on duty at port and at sea onboard container vessels
• Reefer cargo handling
• IMDG cargo handling
• Lashing
• Safe Watch
• Analyzing the importance of ‘’third source’’ navigational information
• Safety navigation (collision avoidance, safe overtaking, heavy traffic handling)

Entry Requirements

• Seaman book no. and/or passport no.
• 2 photos
• Certificate of Competency (2nd officer)

Gained Qualifications

• This course has the objective of refreshing existing knowledge about container vessels and/or providing relevant knowledge to newcomers to container vessels
• Consists of mixed theory and bridge simulator exercises
• Delivered and supported by experienced container vessel captains

Certification
Certificate of Attendance: “Basic Container Ship’s Handling” (Operational Level)

This course is also available on request

Course Code: Container Vessels Dedicated Handling (Management Level)
Duration: 2 Days (09:00 – 17:00)
Target Group(s): Masters  – Ch. Officers – Maritime  Office's Personnel
 

Scope & Objectives

• Refreshing knowledge
• Redefining duties
• Reefer cargo – IMDG cargo handling
• Lashing – lashing forces, stack weights
• Cargo operations – bulk cargo
• Safe watch on port and at sea
• Dedicated ship’s handling (sudden stoppage, maintaining current position, lateral currents, lateral wind, shallow water effects, bank effects, parametric rolling)
• Introduction to container vessel particularities
• Detailed risk assessment

Entry Requirements

• Seaman book no. and/or passport no.
• 2 photos
• Relative Certificate of Competency

Gained Qualifications

• This course consists of theory based on our experience from container vessels and bridge simulator exercises, which are based on real-life scenarios
• Delivered by experienced container vessel captains
• After completing the course, participants are able to:
• Understand the container vessel’s general outlines, abilities and particularities
• Operate container vessels more efficiently during all phases
• Handle reefer and IMDG cargoes according to issued practice and international standards
• Maneuver container vessels more safely

Certification
Certificate of Attendance: Container Ship’s Dedicated Handling (Management Level)

This course is also available on request

Course Code: Bunkering Procedures
Duration: 1 Day (09:00 – 17:00)
Target Group(s): Masters – Ch. Officers – Ch. Engineers – Eng. Officers – Maritime Office Personnel
 

Scope & Objectives

• Introduction to MARPOL 73/7, Annex VI, Reg. 14/15 (proper bunkering and sampling procedures)
• Regulations that apply to USA, EU, SEC areas
• Bunkering practices: BDN/BDR, LOP
• Master Ch. Engineer’s responsibilities
• Taking precautions to avoid potential disputes

Entry Requirements

• Seaman Book no. and/or passport no.
• 2 photos
• Certificate of Competency

Gained Qualifications

• This course provides participants with better and more relevant knowledge regarding the procedures during bunkering operations according to current international regulations
• Helps clarify all preventive actions to avoid potential disputes
• Establishes useful guidelines for managing disputes
• Delivered and supported by experienced supply vessel captains

Certification
Certificate of Attendance: “Bunkering Operation & Disputes”

This course is also available on request

Course Code: JRC ECDIS Type Specific Course
Duration: 2 Days (09:00 – 14:30)
Target Group(s): Masters– Deck Officers
 

Scope & Objectives

Familiarization with JRC ECDIS Models : JAN 901B/701B/2000 901M/901/701 and the brand new model JAN 9201/7201.

Entry Requirements

• Seaman book no. and/or passport no.
• 2 photos
• Certificate of Competency

Gained Qualifications

• This course is provided with the support of the ECDIS Simulator combination system
• After the course, the trainees can safely operate all JRC models described above

Certification
JRC ECDIS type-specific certificate

This course is also available on request

Course Code: TRANSAS ECDIS  Type Specific Course
Duration: 2 Days (09:00 – 14:30)
Target Group(s): Masters– Deck Officers
 

Scope & Objectives

Familiarization with TRANSAS ECDIS 4000 – 4001

Entry Requirements

• Seaman Book no. and/or passport no.
• 2 photos
• Certificate of Competency
   

Gained Qualifications

• This course is provided with the support of the ECDIS Simulator combination system
• After the course, the trainees can safely operate the TRANSAS models described above

Certification
TRANSAS ECDIS type-specific certificate

This course is also available on request

Course Code: IMO MLC Implementation
Duration: 1 Day (09:00 – 17:00)
Target Group(s): Masters – Ch. Engineers – Chief Officers – Office Personnel

Scope & Objectives: 

• Minimum requirements for seafarers to work on a ship
• Conditions of employment
• Accommodation, recreational facilities, food and catering
• Health protection, medical care, welfare and social security protection
• Compliance and enforcement

Entry Requirements: 

• Seaman book no and/or passport no.
• 2 photos
• Certificate of Competency

Gained Qualifications: 

• This course is provided according to International Labour Organization Maritime Labour Convention (ILO MLC) guidelines
• Introduction to the ILO MLC
• Inspections and deficiencies

Certification:
Certificate of Attendance: Implementation of MLC

This course is also available on request

Course Code: Safe Ice Navigation
Duration: 2 Days: (09:00 - 15:30)
Target Group(s): Masters - Deck Officers - Maritime Office's Personnel

Scope & Objectives:

• Introduction to ICE NAVIGATION Course - Regulations
• Ice Classification
• Ice Class vessels - Regulations
• Ships and Ice
• Icebreakers – Reporting
• Subzero temperatures
• Preparation of vessel/crew
• Independent operation in Ice
• Berthing-alongside and  un-berthing
• Survival and Rescue in Ice conditions
• Simulator exercises

Entry Requirements:

• Seaman Book No and/or Passport No.
• 2 Photos
• Certificate of competency

Gained Qualification:

This course aims the participants to gain knowledge about ice and safe navigation in ice conditions.

Conducted by experienced in ice navigation Captains.

Supported by our Full Mission Bridge Simulator with some indicative life scenarios such as independent navigation in ice , towing in ice condition , berthing/un-berthing , anchoring in ice.

Certification:

Certificate of attendance "Ice Navigation".

This course is also available on request

Course Code: ECDIS as Primary Means of Navigation – Requirements and Obligations
Duration: 1 Day (09:00 – 17:00)
Target Group(s): Shore - Based Personnel

Scope & Objectives

• New amendments to SOLAS (Chapter V regulations 2, 19 & 27)
• Legislating requirements for ECDIS training (IMO Model course 1.27)
• IMO requirements about ECDIS A817(19) and MSC 232(82)
• IHO chart data transfer standard S-57 & Colors and symbols Specifications for ECDIS IHO S-52
• ECDIS back-up system requirements
• VECTOR and RASTER charts (RNC-ENC-SENC)
• Crew’s needs and certification concerning ECDIS
• ECDIS maintenance according to the latest applicable international IHO standards.
• Electronic Charts (ENC) management
• Integration of ECDIS with existing electronic system.
• Company’s Responsibilities ( new ISM amendments and policy which are modified on the basis of the ECDIS needs)

Port State Control and Vetting Inspections focused on ECDIS
(-The appropriate declaration on Form E and P, -ECDIS type approval certificate,
-Adequate independent back-up arrangements,
-Documentary evidence of generic and type specific ECDIS training,
-Evidence of periodic tests and checks of the ECDIS equipment,
-Demonstration of operational competency by the vessel’s navigating officers)

Entry Requirements

2 Photos
 

Certification

Certificate of attendance.
 

This course is also available on request

Course Code: Ship's Dedicated Handling
Duration: 3 Days (09:30 – 17:00)
Target Group(s): Masters – Deck Officers
 

Scope & Objectives

• forces affecting the ship
• pivot point / ship’s maneuvering
• use of main engine in maneuvers
• use of “kick ahead” in order to keep vessel’s course
• pressure zones
• tactical diameter 
• wheel over points
• inertia stop
• draught on turning effect
• lateral resistance
• propellers / rudders types 
• bank effect
• use of anchors in case of emergency
• interaction between ships(narrow channels)
• anchor types and characteristics/safe anchoring
• interaction between overtaking ships
• shallow water effect
• squat
• current and tidal forces
• ship’s behavior in the wind

Entry Requirements

• Seaman book no. and/or passport no.
• 2 photos
• Certificate of Competency

Gained Qualifications

• This course aims the participants to gain knowledge about the ship’s handling and maneuvering. 
• It is conducted by experienced in ship’s handling Captains. 
• It is supported by our Full Mission Bridge Simulator with some indicative life scenarios such as: berthing and un-berthing tanker vessels (VLCC, Aframax, MR), berthing un-berthing with or without current, mooring at an SPM / FPSO with or without waves and current, anchoring, ship to ship operations, transit of narrow channels (Singapore, Bosporus etc), use of both anchors for mooring, navigation in dense fog and navigation in shallow waters.

Certification
Certificate of attendance “SHIPS DEDICATED HANDLING“ 

This course is also available on request

Course Code: IMO Model Course 1.39
Duration: 3 Days 
Target Group(s):  Masters, chief engineers, engine and deck officers and office personnel

Scope & Objectives:

• Organization of crew, authority structure, responsibilities
• Cultural awareness, inherent traits, attitudes, behavior, cross -cultural communication 
• Shipboard situation, informal social structures on board 
• Human error, situation awareness, automation awareness, complacency, boredom 
• Leadership and team-working 
• Training, structured shipboard training programs 
• International maritime conventions – SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, MLC,– role of IMO, ILO 
• Recommendations and national legislation 
• Personnel assignment 
• Human limitations 
• Personal abilities 
• Time and resource constraints 
• Decision making and problem solving techniques
• Emergencies and crowd management

Entry Requirements:

• Seaman Book No and/or Passport No.
• Certificate of competency
• 2 Photos

Gained Qualifications:

• This course aims the participants to gain the experience in managing ship’s crew under various conditions and contribute more effectively to the bridge and engine team.  
• It is conducted by experienced in Leadership and Teamworking Captains and Chief Engineers
• It is supported by our State of the Art Full Mission Bridge and Engine Simulators with some indicative life scenarios such as: Human error, Obtaining and maintaining situational awareness, Risk assessment, Engine, steering and electric failure, Collision, stranding/grounding, Leadership and team-working, Coordination

Certification:

Certificate of attendance “LEADERSHIP AND TEAMWORKING“ IMO Model Course 1.39 as per STCW Table A-II/2 and A-III/2 (2010 Manila Amendments).

Course Approval by the Administrations of Malta, Liberia and the Marshall Islands.

Course Code: Passage Planning in Paperless Navigation
Duration: 3 Days (09:30 – 14:30) 
Target Group(s): Masters, Deck Officers, Office Personnel

Scope & Objectives:

• Passage planning and appliance on ECDIS highlighting the stages of voyage of whatever length
  - Preparation
       1. Appraisal
       2. Planning from berth to berth
  - Execution and Risk Analysis
       1. Organization and Control
       2. Monitoring
• Navigational issues of ECDIS
• ISM Code and ECDIS
• Port State Control and ECDIS
• Admiralty damage claims and ECDIS
• Risks of ECDIS
• Limitations of ECDIS
  - Chart Accuracy
  - Technical limitation of other devices
  - Information Overload
  - Familiarization of ECDIS

Entry Requirements:

- Seaman Book No and/or Passport No.
- 2 Photos
- Certificate of competency

Gained Qualifications:

- This course aims the participants to gain knowledge about the passage planning and appliance on ECDIS
- It is conducted by experienced in passage planning Captains
- It is supported by our Full Mission Bridge Simulator with some indicative life scenarios such as: wrong safety depth and safety contour, wrong alarm sensor settings, inadequate monitoring etc.

Certification:

CMTS S.A. provides custom-made courses, upon request, structured in order to cover the needs of a Shipping Company might have and delivered to their crew for a special training. The courses are focused on specific topics, and/or areas and scenarios that require advanced training.