By
Rebecca Gibson |
The Maritime and Coastguard Agency has approved the use of Videotel’s computer-based training (CBT) learning package as part of all deck officers’ mandatory Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) training.
The course is completed in modules and will enable participants to understand the principles and limitations of ECDIS, as well as the dangers of over-reliance on the system. Participants will also learn how to operate the ECDIS system to plan and monitor routes.
The self-paced course is conducted by interactive CBT and contains English text and narration, short video sequences and graphics to guide the participant through the different modules. Candidates can then progress to an ECDIS Training Consortium (ETC) centre for generic and type-specific simulator training. Type-specific training is also offered online through Videotel’s collaboration with Safebridge.
“As ECDIS becomes part of the navigational landscape, the industry has responded with a wide range of training options targeted at the seafarer,” said Nigel Cleave, CEO of Videotel. “But how does the shipowner or shipmanager sift through the bewildering array of alternatives and select the best route through complex training and ISM compliance issues? The answer must be to select a course tried and trusted by the industry, from a quality training provider and with third party endorsement.”
He added: ”It is extremely encouraging to receive the approval of the MCA and to know that the training we are delivering has met its high quality standards.”