Advanced Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (APW)
APW Course Description:
The APW course (Full form: Advanced Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters) is a mandatory 5-day program for Masters and Deck Officers. It meets the advanced training requirements under Section A-V/4 of the STCW Convention and Table A-V/4-2 of the STCW Code, following IMO Model Course 7.11. The course prepares officers to safely operate ships in polar regions, focusing on ice navigation, risk management, environmental protection, and emergency response in extreme conditions. It builds on the basic polar waters training and enhances decision-making skills for operations in Arctic and Antarctic waters.
Find APW Course Near you at best affordable price
The APW course is offered by 2 DG Shipping-approved institutes across India, including locations in: Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu.
With STCW Course Finder Portal, you can compare the prices with different colleges, and choose the starting date and your preferred location for the STCW Course. With this portal you can find an APW Course in Mumbai, or even an APW course in Chennai also. No more wasting time surfing websites, or calling colleges.
Eligibility for APW Course
To attend the APW Course, you need to clear all of the points mentioned below.
- Participants must hold a valid Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Master, Chief Mate, or Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch, in accordance with STCW Convention regulations II/1, II/2, or II/3, issued or recognized by the Government of India.
- Participants must also possess a Certificate of Proficiency (CoP) in Basic Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters.
- Medical Fitness
- Must be medically fit as per the International Maritime Organization (IMO) standards.
- A medical fitness certificate from an approved doctor is required.
- Vision and hearing should meet the required standards.
E-Learning Requirement:-
- As per DG Shipping Guidelines, candidates can only appear for the final examination (Exit Exam/Institute Exam) after successfully completing the E-Learning Module of the course.
Documents Required for APW Course
To apply for the APW course you need a list of documents such as:
- INDoS Id
- Certificate of Proficiency (CoP) in Basic Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters
- Valid Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Master, Chief Mate, or Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch
- Valid Medicals by a D.G.Shipping Approved Doctor (Click here for the list of DGS Approved Doctors)
- A valid passport.
APW Course Details
The APW course equips seafarers with essential topics to ensure safe operations on ships Operating in Polar Waters. The training covers:
- Interpret the basic requirements for structure, stability, subdivision, machinery, life-saving appliances, fire protection, voyage planning, ship routing, and navigation systems on IGF Code-compliant ships.
- Understand the basic chemistry and physics related to the safe bunkering of fuels used on board IGF Code ships.
- Gain knowledge of the design, systems, and operational characteristics of ships using IGF fuels.
- Learn proper procedures for the bunkering, storage, and securing of IGF fuels.
- Understand safety and control systems for managing bunkering operations and boil-off gas supply to the engines.
- Perform essential measurements and calculations related to IGF fuel operations.
- Apply correct emergency procedures in case of spills or leaks of IGF fuels.
- Operate and interpret data from gas monitoring and detection systems and associated instruments.
- Develop safety instructions for tank entry and hot work, based on comprehensive risk assessments.
This DG Shipping-approved course ensures seafarers are fully prepared to handle emergencies with confidence, & the unique safety challenges associated with polar waters.
APW Course Fees
APW course fees depend on college to college. The APW course fees can vary from ₹8,000 – ₹16,000, so ensure you select the right college with our STCW Course Finder Portal.
Complete Process for APW Exit Exam
- E-Learning Requirements for APW Exit Exam
- Minimum Study Hours: 11 hours
- Passing Marks: 60%
- Steps to Complete E-Learning:
- Visit the DG Shipping website and access the e-learning portal.
- Click on Modular Courses, enroll in APW, and log in with face verification.
- Complete the required e-learning hours and attempt the assessment exam.
- Upon passing, candidates become eligible for 6-day classroom training at a DG Shipping-approved MTI.
- After classroom training, candidates must take the Exit Exam on the DG Shipping website.
- APW Exit Exam Details
- Total Questions: 30
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Passing Marks: 15 marks
- Marks per Question: 1 marks
- Mandatory to Attempt: All questions
- APW Exit Exam Questions
Practice Exit Exam Questions for your APW course and ensure 100% passing result in your APW exit exam.
How to download APW Course Certificate?
- After completing E-Learning, Offline Training, and Exit Exam, the MTI generates the STCW APW 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 STCW certificate. Click on the link to watch the video.
What is the APW Certificate Validity?
- The APW STCW certificate is valid for unlimited.
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