Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS)
Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) Course Description:
The Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS)is a mandatory 5-day course is aimed to covers the training recommended in the IMO Model Course 1.22 and fulfills the training requirement for Navigating officers at the Management Level, specified in Table A-II/2 of STCW Code 1995 and Appendix M-II/3B of META Manual Vol 2, concerning maneuvering and handling a ship in various conditions and establishing good team work during Bridge Watchkeeping.
Find Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) Course Near You
The Ship Manoeuvring Simulator (SMS) course is offered by 21 DG Shipping-approved institutes across India, including locations in: Maharashtra, Delhi, West Bengal, Haryana, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh.
With the STCW Course Finder Portal, you can compare the prices of different colleges and choose the starting date and your preferred location for the STCW Course.
Eligibility for Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) Course
To attend the Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) Course, you need to clear all of the points mentioned below:-
- Chief Mate (F.G.) Certificate of Competency or Mate (H.T.) Certificate of Competency and sea-service of at least
- 18 months as a certified watch-keeping officer.
Documents Required for Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) Course
To apply for the Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) course, you need a list of documents such as:
- 2 passport-size photographs
- Copies of Passport, INDOS number
- Copy of COC of Chief Mate (FG)
- Copy of CDC (Min 36 months seatime as Certificated Officer)
Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) Course Details
The trainee who successfully completes this course will have gained experienced in handling ships under various conditions and will make a more effective contribution to the bridge team during ship maneuvering in normal and emergency situations. in particular, trainees will gain:
- Familiarization with the use of engines and helm for ship maneuvering.
- An understanding of the effects on the behaviour of the ship of wind, current shallow water, banks and narrow channels and condition of loading.
- A greater awareness of the importance of planning in passage or manoeuvre and the need for an alternative plan,
- A greater understanding and awareness of efficient bridge procedures and bridge teamwork during watchkeeping and ship handling, in normal and in emergencies,
- A greater awareness and understanding of a good interactive communication style and benefit of building up a common shared mental model of the planned passage.
Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) Course Fees
Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) course fees depend on college to college. The Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) course fees can vary from ₹4,000 – ₹10,000, so ensure you select the right college with our STCW Course Finder Portal.
How to Download a Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) Course Certificate?
- After completing the 5-day Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) course at the DG Shipping-approved MTI, the MTI generates the Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) certificate.
- The certificate can be downloaded through the Indos CoP Checker on the DG Shipping website.
- If you face any difficulty in downloading, refer to our step-by-step video guide on how to download the certificate. Click on the link to watch the video.
What is the Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) Certificate Validity?
- The Ship Maneuvering Simulator (SMS) certificate is valid for lifetime.
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