Maritime English (Level – 1)

Duration : 40 Hours

Maritime English (Level – 1)

Program Overview

Maritime English is English specifically for marine employees and the shipping industry. In this course, learners are taught about expressing different aspects of working on a ship, safety and emergency procedures, meteorology, cargo handling, bunkering, and more in English. The Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP) are an important part of this course, in addition to international maritime standards. The complete course is comprised of 4 levels, each with 5 units. Following is the program outline for Stage 1.

Learning Objectives

  • In-depth knowledge of maritime English according to international standards
  • Knowledge of English marine vocational terminology in areas covered by maritime activities, in addition to general competence in English language communications
  • Functional in-depth Knowledge of IMO SMCP and all technical and specific Maritime Communications systems including NATO alphabet and Navtex (Navigational Telex)
  • National Ocean Service (NOS/NOAA) nautical chart symbols, and International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) nautical chart symbols
  • Knowledge of the subject areas covered in maritime academic and curriculum texts
  • Knowledge of written communications including procedure forms, orders, requests, events documentation, and Interpretation of meteorological data and navigational orders
  • IMO SMPC - Standard Make and respond to medical and other emergency assistance requests, produce reports and be proficient in all communications within the domain of maritime vocations Knowledge of how to perform and document
  • administrative tasks and tasks related to emergency and safety procedures.

Course Topics

  • IMO SMPC - Standard Marine Communication Phrases and Communication Systems
  • Familiarization with Ship and its Routines
  • Crew Rank and Duties, and Standard Maritime Orders
  • Standard Wheel and Helm orders
  • GMDSS – Global Maritime Distress and Safety System messaging; Distress, Urgency, and Safety Signals
  • SOLAS, the LSA Code, and Safety on Board
  • Safety Equipment Use, Locations, and Regulations
  • The Voyage Route and Navigation
  • Navigation Terminology and equipment’s.

Examination & Passing Criteria

A minimum written test score of 70%. Students that fail the test will undergo remediation and be allowed 1 retest. A second failure requires repeating the course before they may take the test again. Student must satisfactorily perform hands-on evolutions as required by USCG.

  • Learners will complete a total of 3-hour multiple choice tests, consisting of listening, reading and composing short passages and including common signs, symbols, charts, maps, and navigation clues.
  • The listening test consists of the candidate’s listening to a recorded orders and distress communications, followed by listening comprehension questions.
  • The audio track is listened to twice, with pauses to allow candidates time to write their responses.
  • The overall pass rate is 50%. In addition, candidates must have a minimum of 80% class attendance in order to be eligible to take the final exam at the end of the course.

Pre-course Qualifications

  • There are no tonnage limits on this course. It is suitable for all maritime vocations and maritime industry support personnel.
  • General English language skills are pre- requisite, to be assessed by Pearson Tests of English (PTE).

Delivery

  • Learner-centered classroom instruction
  • Teaching with a focus on group based learning in the classroom, and the use of practical activities.
  • The focus in both cases is on appropriate communication within the maritime industry.

Target Audience

Personnel working on:

  • Coast Guard
  • Merchant Marines
  • All maritime vocations and maritime industry support personnel

Certificate Awarded

City & Guilds Assured Certificate.

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