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Maritime and Offshore - Dynamic Positioning |
Dynamic Positioning (DP) is now a major facility, and is being routinely fitted in new as well as established vessel types.
DP functions are in regular use across a wide range of environments such as Drilling Rigs, Offshore Support Vessels, Floating Production Units, Survey Vessels, Shuttle Tankers to name but a few.
Vessels frequently need to conduct operations of a safety-critical nature, close to platforms or other fixed structure.
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| In operations of this it is essential that the vessel is able to work to its maximum efficiency, and this includes the competence of Watchkeeping Officers, and DP Operators, who must be properly trained.
Guidelines from the I.M.C.A. called "Training of Key DP Personnel" relates to the training and competence of all personnel who have a critical role to play on board DP-capable vessels.
The Nautical Institute are responsible for the certification of DP Operators in the UK. The Institute is UK based, and is recognised worldwide. The Institutes scheme of training follows the recommendations contained in the IMO and IMCA guidelines.
Our DP courses are validated, and are continuously monitored by the Nautical Institute.
Minimum Qualification Requirement From 1st January 2012
The Nautical Institute has implemented the following criteria for entry onto the DP Operators Training Scheme:
- The Minimum qualification will be set at STCW Regulation II/1 - II/2 - II/3 Deck and Regulation III/1 – III /2 – III/3 Engine
Alternative appropriate marine vocational qualifications* will be considered on a case by case basis.
*Marine Vocational Qualification: is a non-STCW Certificate of Competency issued by a white list Maritime Administration for use in the administration’s local waters only.
Prospective DPO’s, who are in the process of training for an STCW certificate can start the DP scheme and complete the DP Induction (basic) course and 30 days Familiarisation only. The DP Simulator (Advanced) course and watchkeeping training can only be completed after they hold an appropriate STCW certificate of competency.
Prospective DPO’s, not meeting the above requirements will be able to apply for certification, if they commenced training prior to the implementation date and all elements have been completed within a 5 year period at the time of application. Following implementation of the above all existing DPO certification will be honored and will remain valid. |
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Dynamic Positioning Induction Course |
This course fulfils the requirements of Phase 1 of the Nautical Institute scheme. It is intended for personnel, already qualified as a watchkeeping officer but with little or no DP experience.
Topics covered include the theory of DP operation, elements of a DP system, the operation of DP facilities, position reference systems, special functions and applications of DP systems, power generation and management, and watchkeeping and operational procedures.
Each student attending this course has exclusive use of an SDP 11 system on their desk.
Duration: 4 Days
Fees: £1080.00 + VAT
Course Dates:
- 20 - 23 February 2012
- 19 - 22 March 2012
- 16 - 19 April 2012
- 21 - 24 May 2012
- 18 - 21 June 2012
- 16 - 19 July 2012
- 20 - 23 August 2012
- 17 - 20 September 2012
- 22 - 25 October 2012
- 19 - 22 November 2012
- 17 - 20 December 2012
If none of the above dates are suitable, please do not hesitate to contact us, as alternative arrangements may be possible.
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Dynamic Positioning Simulator Course |
Upon completion of the sea-going Phase 2 of the scheme, the candidate should return for this course.
This course has a heavy practical element using the simulator systems. DP operations are studied in detail, including the planning and risk assessment. Scenarios are conducted involving students the students in the key DP roles.
An extensive variety of operational problems, system failures and environment conditions are simulated in order to train and assess competence.
Duration: 4 Days
Fees: £1120.00 + VAT
Course Dates:
- 23 - 24 January 2012 one place left
- 27 Feb to 1 Mar 2012
- 26 - 29 March 2012
- 23 - 26 April 2012
- 28 - 31 May 2012
- 25 - 28 June 2012
- 23 - 26 July 2012
- 13 - 16 August 2012
- 24 - 27 September 2012
- 29 Oct - 1 Nov 2012
- 26 - 29 November 2012
- 10 - 13 December 2012
If none of the above dates are suitable, please do not hesitate to contact us, as alternative arrangements may be possible
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Introduction to Dynamic Positioning |
This course is intended for personnel other than DP watchkeeping staff. This course would be appropriate for Project Engineers, Diving Supervisors/Superintendents, Subsea Engineers, ROV Operators, Management, Client Reps etc.
We are happy to tailor the content of this course to the specific needs of the client.
N.B. We can also provide familiarisation training courses on specific DP systems to those upgrading to a different type or model of DP system.
Duration: 2 Days
Fees:
£395 + VAT per person
£1850 + VAT per course (Maximum 8)
Course Dates:
5-6 January 2012
5-6 March 2012
Course also available on Request, please contact the college
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