Chief Mate (FG) - Phase I Competency Course
Chief Mate (FG) - Phase I Competency Course Description
Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I Competency Course is a 3-month DG shipping-approved course, the main objectives are to prepare a candidate to appear for the examinations of Chief Mate Phase-I of the Certificate of Competency as Chief Mate of a Foreign going Ship.
This course covers part of the education and training required under Regulation II/2 and aims to meet the standards of competence specified in Section A-II/2 of the STCW 95. Appendix M-II/2A of META Manual Vol. II and IMO Model course 7.01 should be used to prepare material for this course.
Find Chief Mate (FG) - Phase I Competency Course Near You
The Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I Competency course is offered by 31 DG Shipping-approved institutes across India, including locations in: Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Uttarakhand, West Bengal, Kerala, and Haryana.
With STCW Course Finder Portal, you can compare the prices with different colleges, and choose the starting date and your preferred location for the competency Course. With this portal, you can find a Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I Competency course in Mumbai or a Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I Competency course in Delhi. No more wasting time surfing websites, or calling colleges.
Eligibility for Chief Mate (FG) - Phase I Competency Course
To attend the Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I Competency course, you must clear all the points mentioned below.
- Second Mate (FG) CoC with 9 months sea service on foreign going vessel.
Documents Required for Chief Mate (FG) - Phase I Competency Course
To apply for the Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I Competency course you need a list of documents such as:
- INDoS Id
- A valid CDC
- Second Mate FG CoC
- Sea time completion letter from the company
- Valid Medicals by a D.G. Shipping Approved Doctor (Click here for the list of DGS Approved Doctors)
- A valid passport
Chief Mate (FG) - Phase I Competency Course Details
The Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I Competency course equips seafarers with the essential knowledge and skills to pass the Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I CoC exams easily. The training covers:
- Navigation At the Operational Level
- Terrestrial and Celestial Navigation
- Meteorology
- Cargo Handling & Stowage At The Operational Level.
- Controlling The Operation Of The Ship & Caring For Persons On Board At The Operational Level
- Basic knowledge of the hazards associated with tanker operations .
- Basic knowledge of hazard controls.
- Understanding of information on a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
- Function and proper use of gas-measuring instruments and similar equipment
- Proper use of safety equipment and protective devices.
- Basic knowledge of safe working practices and procedures in accordance with legislation and industry guidelines and personal shipboard safety relevant to liquefied gas tankers.
- Basic knowledge of first aid with reference to a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
- Fire safety and fire fighting operations
- Basic knowledge of emergency procedures including emergency shutdown
- Basic knowledge of the effects of pollution on human and marine life
- Basic knowledge of shipboard procedures to prevent pollution
- Basic knowledge of measures to be taken in the event of spillage.
This DG Shipping-approved course ensures seafarers are fully prepared for a liquefied gas tanker operations career.
Chief Mate (FG) - Phase I Competency Course Fees
Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I Competency course fees depend on college to college. The Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I Competency course fees can vary from ₹ 30,000 – ₹ 50,000, so ensure you select the right college with our STCW Course Finder Portal.
Chief Mate (FG) - Phase I Competency Course Complete Exam Process
After completion of the 3-month DG Shipping approved course from DG-Shipping approved MTI, the MTI will conduct a written assessment exam for every candidate for all 5 courses:-
| SUBJECT | EXAM DURATION | MAX MARKS | PASS MARKS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrestrial and Celestial Navigation | 3 Hours | 200 | |
| Meteorology | 2 Hours | 100 | |
| Cargo Handling and Stowage | 3 Hours | 200 | |
| Naval Architecture Paper II | 3 Hours | 200 | |
| Maritime legislation | 3 Hours | 200 |
After passing all 5 written exams a seafarer is properly prepared for attending Chief Mate (FG) – Phase I FG competency exam.
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