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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.

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.

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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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