Regulatory basis
- STCW Code Section A-II/1, A-II/2
- IMO Model Course 1.22 (Ship Simulator & BRM)
Leadership & Human Element
Bridge Resource & Bridge Team Management — The Cognitive Factor
Advanced Bridge Resource Management focused on the cognitive aspects of watchkeeping — situational awareness, mental workload, attention, and decision-making in complex navigational environments.
Target audience
- Bridge officers and Masters
Prerequisites
- Watchkeeping certification
Learning objectives
What you'll be able to do
Recognise cognitive limitations and biases on the bridge
Maintain situational awareness in high-workload conditions
Apply structured decision-making models
Course content
Modules & topics
Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.
01
Cognition on the bridge
- Attention
- Memory
- Workload
02
Situational awareness
- Endsley's model
- SA loss & recovery
03
Decision-making
- Naturalistic decision-making
- Error chains
04
Simulator scenarios
- Restricted visibility
- Traffic density
- Equipment failure
Assessment
Simulator-based assessment and debrief.
Certification
Course completion certificate.
References & further reading
Authoritative sources
This course aligns with international maritime conventions and IMO Model Courses. Use these references for detailed regulatory text.
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