Regulatory basis
- STCW 2010 Regulation II/1, II/2 (ECDIS competence)
- IMO Model Course 1.27
Deck & Engine Officer
ECDIS Generic
Generic ECDIS training equips watchkeeping officers to use Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems for safe navigation, including route planning, monitoring, and integration with other bridge systems.
Your seafaring path — Deck Officer
This programme is part of a structured route to a Certificate of Competency (CoC) at sea. Studies can be completed at our Africa campus and/or our Asia campus.
Africa campus
All courses approved & accredited by the national flag administration
Asia campus
All courses approved by the regional maritime authority
- 1. Academic studies
B.Sc. Nautical Science — navigation, COLREGs, cargo, stability, maritime law.
- 2. Mandatory sea service
We arrange the required onboard cadetship/training berth so you can complete the sea-time IMO/STCW demands.
- 3. Verified Officer / Engineer
Sit OOW oral exams and obtain Class IV Deck Officer CoC. Progress to Chief Officer & Master.
⚓ We provide the mandatory sea service for our enrolled vocational students.
Cadetship berths, training records, and assessor sign-off are arranged through our shipping partners — so you actually finish the path and become a verified Marine Officer or Marine Engineer at sea, not just a graduate on paper.
Target audience
- Deck officers serving on vessels fitted with ECDIS
Prerequisites
- OOW certification or equivalent
Operate ECDIS for route planning, monitoring, and updating
Manage ENCs, RNCs, and chart updates
Configure safety settings, alarms, and overlays
Recognise the limitations and risks of over-reliance on ECDIS
Course content
Modules & topics
Indicative module breakdown — actual delivery is adapted to the audience and operational context.
01
ECDIS fundamentals
- IMO performance standards
- ENC vs RNC
- Chart projections
02
Route planning
- Waypoints
- Safety contours
- XTD limits
03
Route monitoring
- Alarms
- Sensor integration
- Anti-grounding
04
Chart maintenance
- Updates
- Backup arrangements
- RCDS mode
Assessment
Practical ECDIS exercises and written examination.
Certification
Generic ECDIS certificate. Type-specific training is required separately for each manufacturer/model.
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Interested in this course?
Request open-enrolment dates, an in-house quotation, or on-board delivery for your fleet. We respond within 2 business days.
Alternatively, send us a direct email at captmohab@googlemail.com
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