Vessel Traffic Service Operators Introduction

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Course Code: MSS 237

Duration: 32 0H 40D

Course Objectives:

This course is designed to provide the "VTS operator" with no Nautical knowledge. This course is complied with I.A.L.A. recommendations (V-103/1).

Course Outline:

Course Outline:

• Ship monitoring and identification.
• Radar tetchiness &Automatic Identification System (AIS).
• Communication and coordination.
• Evaluation and interpretation of traffic situations.
• Log keeping, recording and reporting.
• Traffic integration and conflict resolution.
• Emergency and special situations / contingency plans:

1. Waterway management in multi-ship simulated scenarios.
2. Anticipation and projection of traffic patterns.
3. Critical areas.
4. VTS sailing plans, including deep draught vessel.

Simulator Exercises:

VTS simulated exercises are executed in VTS station integrated with Marine Simulator Systems.

Course Approval:

• I.A.L.A. Modules Course (V-103/1).

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