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Classroom Sessions:
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24 - 28 Feb 2025 Dubai - UAE $5,950
Course Description

INTRODUCTION

The Vessel Traffic Management and Information System (VTMIS) is an extension of the Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) and it is advanced integrated solution suitable for monitoring and surveillance purposes. The range of its functions, interfacing with sensors and system flexibility, integrated services for direct sharing of VTS data or access to certain subsystems makes it a highly efficient and configurable solution for small, medium sized and large ports and harbors.

This training course will extensively provide details of the subject areas, knowledge and practical competence required to undertake the duties associated with VTMIS operations.

The GLOMACS Vessel Traffic Management and Information System (VTMIS) training course shall cover areas such as:

  • Vessel traffic management
  • Local knowledge of the VTS area and legislative framework
  • Communication co-ordination
  • Equipment used at the VTS centre
  • Operational and emergency procedures

Objectives

This training course is intended to provide the knowledge, practical competence, and proficiency to perform day-to-day operations at a particular VTMIS centre.

The Vessel Traffic Management and Information System (VTMIS) training course provides the curriculum to ensure a delegate has the requisite knowledge, understanding and proficiency to:

  • Operate equipment used at the VTMIS centre
  • Provide timely and relevant information on factors that may influence the transit of a ship and assist on-board decision making
  • Monitor and manage traffic to ensure the safety and efficiency of ship movements
  • Respond to developing unsafe situations to assist the decision-making process on board
  • Ensure that co‐ordination takes place between the VTMIS, allied services and other port facilities and services

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

All personnel responsible for the Vessel Traffic Operations including but not limited to:

  • VTS Operator
  • VTS Supervisor
  • Coast Guard Officers
  • Port Operation Personnel
Course Outline

Day 1

Introduction to VTMIS

  • Vessel Traffic Management Information Systems (VTMIS)
  • Purpose of VTMIS
  • Related IMO Regulations
  • SOLAS Chapter V
  • Difference between VTS & VTMIS
  • Types of Service provided by VTS
  • Qualification and Training Standards for VTS Personnel

Day 2

Managing Traffic Service

  • Traffic Separation Scheme
  • Ship’s Particulars
  • Types of Vessels
  • Collision Regulations – Requirements
  • Deep Draft Vessels
  • Vessel Restricted to her ability to maneuver
  • Types of Vessel Courses
  • Tides and tidal streams Effect

Day 3

VTMIS Center Equipment

  • Automatic Identification System (AIS)
  • Radar System
  • ECDIS Tracking System
  • DGPS
  • Digital Selective Calling System
  • International Maritime Buoyage
  • VHF

Day 4

VTMIS & Safety Measures Implemented in Singapore Strait

  • Rules for Vessels Navigating Through the Straits of Malacca and Singapore
  • Mandatory Reporting System "STRAITREP"
  • Shore-based Control of Vessel Movements in Singapore Strait
  • Pros and Con of Traffic Organisation Service
  • VTS Sailing Plans
  • Monitoring Suspicious activities (Piracy)

Day 5

VTMIS & Emergency Procedures

  • Collision
  • Capsize
  • Sinking
  • Grounding
  • Fire On Vessel
  • Man Overboard
  • Pollution
  • Places of Refuge
  • Medical Emergency
  • Vessel Not Under Command (NUC)
  • Security Incident
  • Natural Disaster
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Providers and Associations

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GLOMACS is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org

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