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Tank Vessel Dangerous Liquids (Formally Tankerman PIC)
This course is self-paced in an online format based on the 40 hour standard classroom Tankermen PIC course, IMO Model Course 1.01 (Basic Training for Oil & Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations) and Model Course 1.02 (Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations)
Any mariner who successfully completes this course will satisfy the training requirements of the following:
- 46 CFR 13.201(c)(4) for original issuance or 46 CFR 13.120(a)(2) for renewal of Tankerman-PIC (DL); and
- 46 CFR 13.301(c)(4) for original issuance or 46 CFR 13.120(c)(2) for renewal of Tankerman-PIC (Barge) (DL); and
- 46 CFR 13.401(e)(1) for original issuance or 46 CFR 13.120(b)(2) for renewal of Tankerman-Assistant (DL); and
- 46 CFR 13.501(c)(4) for original issuance or 46 CFR 13.120(d)(2) for renewal of Tankerman-Engineer (DL); and
- 46 CFR 13.609(a)(2) / STCW Code Section A-V/1, Table A-V/1-1-1 (Basic Oil & Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations).
Additionally, to receive the Advanced Oil and/or Advanced Chemical STCW endorsement(s), the applicant must submit a statement signed by the Master, Chief Mate, or Chief Engineer (as appropriate to the endorsement sought) of an oil and/or chemical tanker attesting the mariner is fully capable of supervising transfers of dangerous liquid cargo in accordance with NVIC 22-14, Enclosure (1), paragraphs 4 or 5. With that statement, this training also meets:
- 46 CFR 13.603(a)(2), (b)(2), (c)(2) / STCW Code Table A-V/1-1-2 (Advanced Oil Tanker Cargo Operations); and/or
- 46 CFR 13.605(a)(2), (b)(2), (c)(2) / STCW Code Table A-V/1-1-3 (Advanced Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations).
Course Requirements
A smart phone, tablet or computer is required to work through the course.
The following are the minimum computer requirements for the final proctor exams:
- Desktop or laptop computer (Mac, Windows, or Chromebook)
- Windows 7 or newer / macOS 10.10 or newer
- Macs require a minimum of macOS 10.10.
- Minimum internet speed: 1 Mbps download & upload
- Google Chrome (version 74 or higher)
- Web camera and microphone (required for final exam)
Testing Requirements:
- Final Exam: 50 multiple-choice questions
- Passing Score: 70%
- Attempts Allowed: 3
- Exam Format: AI-proctored online via SmarterServices
All exams are conducted online within the course in partnership with our proctoring provider, SmarterServices.
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VESSEL SECURITY OFFICER (VSO) COURSE
This course is self-paced in an online format based on the 16 hour standard classroom IMO Model Course 3.26, Ship Security Officer.
Any mariner who successfully completes this course will satisfy the training requirements of 33 CFR 104.215(d)(iv) and STCW Code Section A-V1/5 endorsement as a Vessel Security Officer.
Course Requirements
A smart phone, tablet or computer is required to work through the course.
The following is the minimum computer requirements for the final proctor exams:
- Desktop or laptop computer (Mac, Windows, or Chromebook)
- Windows 7 or newer / macOS 10.10 or newer
- Macs require a minimum of macOS 10.10.
- Minimum internet speed: 1 Mbps download & upload
- Google Chrome (version 74 or higher)
- Web camera and microphone (required for final exam)
Testing Requirements:
- Final Exam: 20 multiple-choice questions
- Passing Score: 70%
- Attempts Allowed: 3
- Exam Format: AI-proctored online via SmarterServices
All exams are conducted online within the course in partnership with our proctoring provider, SmarterServices.
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This self-paced online course is based on the 80-hour Celestial Navigation segment of the IMO Model Course 7.03 for Officers in Charge of a Navigational Watch. Upon completion, your course certificate may be presented to the USCG within one year to meet the 46 CFR 11.309(a)(4)(viii) requirements for STCW endorsements A-II/1 and A-II/2 as OICNW on vessels of 500 GT or more. This certificate also satisfies professional examination requirements for increasing endorsements from near-coastal to oceans for various ranks, including Mate or Master (under 1600 GRT), Second or Third Mate (unlimited tonnage), and Master or Mate of OSVs, Uninspected Fishing Industry Vessels, and vessels under 200 GRT.
Course Requirements
The following is the minimum computer requirements:
- Desktop or laptop computer (Mac or Windows-based PC). Chromebooks are also acceptable.
- Windows PCs require a minimum of Windows 7.
- Macs require a minimum of macOS 10.10.
- Minimum Recommended Speeds:
- Internet 1 Mbps – Download
- Internet 1 Mbps – Upload
- Google Chrome web browser, version 74 or higher
- Web Camera (final exams only)
- Microphone (final exams only)
Required Texts:
- Nautical Almanac
- Sight Reduction Tables
- Gnomonic Chart
- Universal Plotting Sheets
- Light List
- Tide Table
- Dutton’s Nautical Navigation, 15th Edition
- American Practical Navigator, Bowditch, 1981
Required Equipment:
- Calculator
- Pencils and Erasers
- Plotting Triangles (2)
- Star Finder Circular Slide Rule (available on Amazon)
- Sextant
Testing Requirements:
- Navigation General: 70 Questions 70% to pass
- Oceans
- Ocean Navigation: 15 Questions 80% to Pass
- Problems:
- All exams are conducted online within the course in partnership with our proctoring provider, SmarterServices.
Practical Assessment:
To successfully complete the course, you will demonstrate your ability to use celestial bodies to determine the ship's position through practical assessments as outlined in NVIC 02-18 and NVIC 12-14 (1.1A, 1.1B, 1.1C, 1.1D, and 1.1F). The necessary sign-off paperwork and assessor requirements will be available for download within the course. Once completed, simply upload your documents directly to the course platform.
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VESSEL PERSONNEL WITH DESIGNATED SECURITY DUTIES
This course is self-paced in an online format based on the 10.5 hour standard classroom IMO Model Course 3.26, Security Training for Seafarers with Designated Security Duties.
Any mariner who successfully completes the course will satisfy the training requirements of 46 CFR 12.625(a)(1), 33 CFR 104.220,NVIC 21-14(Ch-1), STCW Table A-VI/6-2 for an STCW endorsement as a Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties.
Course Requirements
A smart phone, tablet or computer is required to work through the course.
The following is the minimum computer requirements for the final proctor exams:
- Desktop or laptop computer (Mac, Windows, or Chromebook)
- Windows 7 or newer / macOS 10.10 or newer
- Macs require a minimum of macOS 10.10.
- Minimum internet speed: 1 Mbps download & upload
- Google Chrome (version 74 or higher)
- Web camera and microphone (required for final exam)
Testing Requirements:
- Final Exam: 20 multiple-choice questions
- Passing Score: 70%
- Attempts Allowed: 3
- Exam Format: AI-proctored online via SmarterServices
All exams are conducted online within the course in partnership with our proctoring provider, SmarterServices.
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