Train the learner to carry out NCV Navigation, cargo handling and stowage, control the operation of the NCV and care for persons on board. This course equips you with the technical, operational, and leadership skills required to excel in this specialized maritime field.
This course aims to meet the mandatory minimum requirements for seafarers to act as master NCV in accordance with STCW Code Table A-II/3 and STCW Reg II/3 paragraph 7.
The candidate at the end of the course will be able to carry out the following NCV functions.
• Complete and pass the approved education and training program meeting the standard of competence specified in section A-II/3 of the STCW Code, each competence can be limited to be satisfying the scope of small ships less than 200 GT and engaged in near-coastal voyages, as per STCW Reg II/3 paragraph 7.
• Complete and pass the Maritime Administration’s assessment after completion of the approved education and training program, ancillary and safety courses.
Sea-Time requirements might include but not be limited to the followings:
With a completed Training Record Book:
6 months onboard commercial ships of at least 80 GT, or more than 24 meters in length conducting near-coastal or international voyages within 12 months after the completion of the approved education and training program.
For seafarers holding STCW COP as per regulations II/4 or II/5, with a minimum 3 months sea service:
9 months onboard commercial ships of at least 80 GT, or more than 24 meters in length conducting near-coastal or international voyages on the role of navigational watchkeeping.
Employed as a deck seafarer for either tug or offshore vessel, with total onboard tenure of either 12 months or 11 months followed by 1 month in a simulator within the last three years.
Documented evidence required to support this experience.
For vessels that operate permanently inside port, territorial waters, maritime administration will decide for each case.
