Search and rescue (1 cr)

Objective

Knowledge and understanding of and proficiency in:
- planning, execution and coordination of maritime search and rescue operation
- ability to apply the procedures of the IAMSAR

Content

- IAMSAR manual
- roles of SAR coordination
- On Scene Coordinator
- planning of SAR operation
- exution and parameters of SAR operation
- communication

Evaluation

Students can
- evaluate information sources critically
- choose appropriate models, methods, software and techniques according to the purpose and justify these choices
- promote teams’ goal-oriented operation

In addition, competence evaluation according to STCW code table A-II/2 column 4 are used:
- the plan for coordinating search and rescue operations is in accordance with international guidelines and standards
- radiocommunications are established and correct communication procedures are followed at all stages of the search and rescue operations

Course material

Material from Learn and internet

Study forms and methods

Scheduled track: You will attend teaching and guidance sessions as specified in the schedule. Lectures, learning tasks and training tasks.

Independent track: n/a

Blended track: Discussion with the teacher and, where appropriate, PSP-planning with your own mentor teacher.

RDI and work-related cooperation

The course might includes control hours that can potentially be used for work life projects or visits.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Active participation, approved learning tasks, approved exam

Qualifications

- Route planning and meteorology
- ARPA
- Maritime radio systems and ship radio station, GOC