The programme of model training courses developed out of suggestions from a number of IMO Member States, following the adoption of the 1978 STCW Convention, as amended. Assisted by contributions from various Governments, IMO has designed the series of courses to help implement this Convention, as well as other IMO instruments, and further facilitate access to the knowledge and skills demanded …
The course includes technical aspects of teaching that have a direct relation with the maritime simulator world. Without delving into the details at this stage, it is however emphasized that the simulator pedagogy, as well as psychology of learning forms an important element of the course. The topics that have been covered in this modular course have been chosen in such a way as to provide a v…
This model course is designed to facilitate the delivery of training in order to promote the energy-efficient operation of ships. The course contributes to the IMO's environmental protection goals as set out in resolutions A.947(23) and A.998(25) by promulgating industry "Best Practices", which reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and the negative impact of global shipping on climate change. T…
The emphasis of Actions to be Taken to Prevent Acts of Piracy and Armed Robbery, 2011 Edition model course is not on training to fight pirates, but rather to assist trainees to identify, deter or mitigate such actions through proper planning, preparation and coordination with various entities.
This model course aims to provide knowledge to those who may be designated to perform the duties and responsibilities of a Search and Rescue On-Scene Coordinator (OSC) for a search and rescue incident, as defined in the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue Manual (IAMSAR), Volume III. By doing so, the purpose of this model course is to assist States in meeting their own SAR…
This model course is intended to provide a person with the knowledge, skill and understanding of leadership and teamwork at the operational level on board a ship. The course is designed to meet STCW requirements for the application of leadership and team working skills, in accordance with the 2010 Manila Amendments, specifically as stated in table A-II/1, A-III/1 and A-III/6, Function: Control…
The purpose of this IMO model course is to assist maritime training institutes and their teaching staff to organize and introduce marine environmental awareness training. This model course 'Marine Environmental Awareness' specifically focusses on the contribution of the human element to the prevention of pollution and is intended to educate, stimulate and empower officers on board vessels to c…
This model course is intended to provide the knowledge required for seafarers with designated security duties in connection with a Ship Security Plan (SSP) to perform their duties in accordance with the requirements of chapter XI-2 of SOLAS 74 as amended, the ISPS Code, and section A-VI/6 of the STCW Code, as amended. Those who successfully complete the course should be able to demonstrate suff…