Simulator training at the operational level 2Laajuus (2 cr)

Objective

Learning the practical skills and completing approved simulator training based on prior STCW table A-II/1 studies.

Content

Supervised simulator exercises based on prior studies in the following subject areas:
- ship manoeuvring and handling in shallow waters
- bridge watchkeeping in coastal VTS areas and responding to equipment failures
- planning and conducting a passage in archipelago waters
- navigation in restricted fairways at night and in low visibility
- responding to emergencies and distress signals
- competence test

Qualifications

Prior studies:
- Emergency procedures 1
- ARPA (A-II/1, A-II/2)
- Simulator training at the operational level 1

Materials

- ECDIS (A-II/1, A-II/2)
- Approved training during studies

Further information

Participation in all lessons and training sessions is obligatory.

Accomplishment methods

Students can
- identify interrelated tasks
- use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field
- work as team members in a goal-oriented way
- justify their actions according to the ethical principles of the professional field

In addition, STCW code table A-II/1 column 4 criteria for evaluating competence as specified in prior studies are used in assessment.