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VisionTo be a world

class provider of further,

higher and marine

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MARINE TRAINING PROSPECTUS 3

ContentsIntroduction 4

Resources 5

Marine Learning Centre (MLC) 5Marine Workshops & Laboratories 6Marine Simulation, Ports & Harbours (MSPH) 7Marine Safety Training Centre (MSTC) 9Fire Training Centre (FTC) 9

Courses 10

Officer Training Courses 10Deck and Engine rating training 10Certificate of Competency Courses 10Degree Level Courses 10STCW 95 Short Courses 1 1Non STCW 95 Short Courses 13Renewable Energy 22

Accommodation 24

Booking a Course 25

Alphabetical list of courses 26

MARINE TRAINING PROSPECTUS4

Welcome

Established in 1861, South Tyneside College is a world-renowned centre of excellence for marine education and training.

South Tyneside College offers courses across the whole spectrum of marine education, including navigation, operations, marine and electrical engineering, communications and catering. The College caters for all levels of study from officer trainee, ratings through to senior officer certification and up to honour degree level. It also provides an extensive range of short courses for the marine, offshore and leisure markets.

South Tyneside College’s reputation for quality is underpinned by outstanding facilities. Its specialist teaching resources are amongst the best in the world for marine and nautical training. Supported by experienced, professional staff South Tyneside College provides an unrivalled training experience.

• Experienced, knowledgeable staff - most of whom have worked in the industry, so they know exactly what employers need. They offer a very wide range of knowledge, skills and experience and are dedicated to meeting the training needs of the marine and offshore sectors.

• Extensive tutorial support - students’ progress is carefully monitored. Regular academic reports are sent to clients, to ensure they are kept up-to-date with their students’ progress.

• World-class specialist resources - our training facilities are outstanding and cover the full spectrum of marine engineering, marine electronics and nautical sciences. See pages 5-11 for full details.

• A friendly welcome - South Tyneside College is located in South Shields, a pretty coastal resort in the North East of England. The College is renowned for its warm, welcoming atmosphere. Students will feel at home in no time and we’ll help them to gain as much as possible from their stay with us.

• Tailored, flexible training - we pride ourselves on our

ability to meet the training needs of the marine and offshore

industries. We are happy to tailor training to your company’s

specific needs. See page 21 for details.

• Onsite accommodation, if required (see page 24)

Studying at South Tyneside College

At South Tyneside College, we pride ourselves on a professional, high quality approach to training. All Marine students benefit from:


Outstanding ResourcesSouth Tyneside College’s resources are superb. Thanks to extensive ongoing investment, our marine and nautical training facilities are amongst the best in the UK, offering as realistic a training environment as possible.

In addition to our specialist marine/nautical training facilities, all our students benefit from comfortable classrooms and lecture theatres. All are equipped with high-specification IT and media resources which enables an interactive style of teaching.

Independent study resources

Marine Learning Centre (MLC)The MLC provides all the resources needed to support

students in their studies. For the sole use of marine and

nautical students, it provides a range of resource materials

and support facilities all under one roof. This includes:

• Computers with internet and e-mail access. • Workspace areas for self-study. • Reference materials and resources, which are constantly being up-dated. • Staff who are happy to provide individual help and support. • Interview rooms for review, assessment and action planning. South Tyneside College also has dedicated computer rooms fitted with PCs, all offering Internet research and a wide range of specialist marine and general computer programmes.

Marine Learning Centre

Marine Learning Centre


Specialist resources

Marine Workshops and LaboratoriesOur extensive marine engineering resources are unrivalled. They include:

• Large well equipped marine plant workshop with a wide range of commercial equipment. These include operational medium speed engines, boiler plant and refrigeration units. • Four machine workshops, fitted to a high standard with hand and machine tools, including lathes, vertical and horizontal milling machines, surface grinders and shapers for the teaching of machine shop and workshop skills. • Two welding workshops, as well as our Tyneside Welding Training Centre. This specialist, industry-standard welding facility is run in partnership with The Welding Institute (TWI), the world leader in Materials Joining Technology. • Two electrical workshops which replicate the generation, distribution, utilisation and transmission of electrical power within a ship. They provide a wide range of equipment including high voltage switchboards and full size generator sets. Simulation plays an important part in the workshops, helping trainees to understand the more complicated parts of power generation. • Four electronics laboratories with modern workstations. • GMDSS stations with a range of simulation, terrestrial and satellite equipment for training in operations maintenance. • An electronic navigation systems laboratory, for maintenance training. It includes a navigation bridge, chartroom and steering flat to replicate the situation on board ship. The equipment is fully integrated which enables students to deal with real-life problems. • Sophisticated control and instrumentation laboratories, with a wide range of hydraulic, electrical and electro pneumatic control systems. Operational and fault finding control problems can be worked through in the engine simulator, providing realistic practical training. • Two navigation chartrooms, supplied with worldwide selections of charts and navigational publications, and extensive stocks of practice charts. High definition visualisers assist in the teaching presentations. • Ships’ cooks are trained using well designed and fully equipped kitchens which supply food to our in-house commercial restaurant and retail outlet. They provide a realistic working environment for the development of theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

Welding

Navigation & Charts

Ships’ Cooks


Marine Simulation, Ports & Harbours (MSPH)

The first class resources in the MSC make us a world leader in marine simulation training. They are used to train all ranks from cadets to officers, Masters and Pilots. They develop routine work skills but experience emergencies which build up knowledge in the safety of a simulated environment.

The following facilities are available in our multi-million pound, comprehensive, purpose-built suite and in our Port Operations Unit:

• Six Kongsberg Marine (KMSS) Polaris-type bridges, within the Marine Simulation Centre. • Two full mission engine simulators which can be connected to a full mission bridge simulator for combined deck and engine room courses, including slow speed diesel and diesel electric. • Four KM bridges and a comprehensive VTMIS Simulator, in our Port Operations Unit. • A four bridge Transas Simulator, three ‘live’ ARPA systems and a Navigation Aids Laboratory.

Bridges

Our six simulated navigational bridges in the Marine Simulation Centre (MSC) are regularly upgraded to ensure they provide top quality training. They have the capability to be used together or individually and include:

• Two full mission bridge simulators both with 360° field of view. • A four bridge navigation simulation suite and a 120° visual field of view using 50” plasma screens. • All bridges use latest Kongsberg Polaris simulator software and Seaview R5 visual software providing photo-textured day/night visual scenes. • Two full-mission bridges, when used as tugs, are fitted with Azimuth thruster handles, hydraulic winch controls, Azimuth conning displays. and a Voith control console.

A diesel electric control room simulator that canbe connected to full mission bridge simulatorshown for full ship simulation.


Engine simulation

Our full mission engine room simulators feature:

• A reproduction of the control and engine room of a large vessel powered by a MAN slow speed diesel engine. • A reproduction of the control and engine room of a diesel electric power plant found on a cruise vessel. • A control room with consoles which house main engine controls, plant alarm, generator control, pump and compressor controls and oil fired boiler control panels. • Engine room area located on two levels, with full sound and environmental conditions. • Watchkeeping cabin for UMS operations. • Emergency switchboard room.

Our workstation engine simulator has individual workstation units. It is capable of representing the following engine types:

• Various slow speed diesels (MAN and Warsila).

• Medium speed diesel.

• Steam turbine.

• Two diesel electric simulation suites.

• Gas turbine.

Vessel Traffic Services (VTS)

Our two Vessel Traffic Services Simulation suites are fully integrated into both the Marine Simulation Centre and the Port Operations Unit simulation systems.

• The three shore-based VTS Operator work stations in each system have data input from radar scanner locations within the exercise area. • The VTS Operator work stations use the same Norcontrol IT ‘VOC5060’ software which is used by actual VTS and Norcontrol VTMIS installations. • The system can fully interact with any combination of the simulation bridges plus any additional targets under the instructor’s control. • In the advanced Port Operations Unit VTS system, nine operators and up to two instructors can observe a birds-eye view of the VTS area of responsibility; There is also a dedicated VTS Supervisor workstation. • We use digital audio communications, capable of full recording and synchronisation within the exercise scenario for debrief purposes.

Vessel Traffic Services (VTS)

Engine Simulation


Fire Training Centre

Located close to the Marine Safety Training Centre, the fire ground is fully equipped to provide training to the marine and offshore industries. Facilities include:

• A full-size smoke chamber and mock ups of ship/offshore structures

• Fixed fire fighting installations

• A full range of operational extinguishers, hoses, nozzles etc

• A comprehensive range of breathing apparatus

• A range of fire props for setting realistic scenarios

• 8 metre clinker built ship’s motor lifeboat

• 50 man Harding TEMPSC

• 44 man SC 70F TEMPSC

• 4.5 metre Avon inflatable with 70hp outboard engine

A large, practical seamanship area is equipped with a wide range of shipboard equipment and models of ships’ structures and devices. Other accommodation includes modern classrooms and meeting rooms and full catering facilities.

Fire Safety Training

Marine Safety Training Centre (MSTC)

Situated on the riverside at South Shields, the Marine Safety Training Centre (MSTC) has extensive facilities which have been developed to provide the most realistic training environment possible.

Over 100 companies and over 3,000 students each year use the MSTC which is testament to the high standard of training it provides. It incorporates:

An 18 metre x 10 metre, 4 metre deep environmental pool which is used for survival training. It is equipped with a variable wave pattern generator, wind, rain, light and sound effects.

The following are located within the pool area:

• 8-seater helicopter escape module, capable of being used

to simulate dry, wet and capsize situations.

• Helicopter winching arrangements.

• Davit-launched life raft equipment.

• A range of marine and aviation life rafts.

• Survival suits, life jackets and associated survival equipment.

• Offshore platform transfer simulator.

Our jetty located at the MSTC provides mooring and houses the following craft in davits:

Deck Hand Training - Seamanship Hall

First Aid/Medical Classroom


South Tyneside College offers the widest range of marine and nautical courses in the UK and at all levels.

Our current course provision is listed on the following pages. If you can’t see what you need,

please turn to page 21 for details of our tailored training. We are always happy to consider

requests for company specific courses or to modify existing provision in line with company

needs, where this is possible.

Officer Training CoursesCadet or trainee officers follow structured training schemes and are sponsored by shipping companies to gain a first Certificate of Competency. Schemes are available for deck, engine and electro technical certification, and all follow similar patterns of periods at College and periods at sea.

The number and duration of phases, and the time needed to gain certification, depends upon the discipline and training programme being followed.

At the end of a successful training course the new officer will hold anHNC, HND or Foundation Degree and a Certificate of Competency, withexcellent prospects for a career at sea.

Deck and Engine rating trainingDeck and engine rating training programmes operate each year or on demand. These provide an entry level into the maritime industry fromwhich candidates can progress if required onto the Rating to OfficerTraining programmes.

Each part of the course, Deck or Engine is a minumum of 3 weeks duration, not including mandatory STCW Short Courses which may be required.

Certificate of Competency CoursesCourses are offered to prepare candidates for all certificates of competency available from the Maritime and Coastguard Agency, the issuing authority in the UK.

Taught full-time courses are available for all certificates. For some certificates it is possible to follow guided study courses away from orwithin the College environment, assisted by tutorial support. South Tyneside College prides itself on being able to offer students a range of possibilities so that the study method suits individual circumstancesincluding on line and computer based study programmes.

Refresher training is also available for those needing to revalidate certificates of competency as well as any short course certification thatmay be needed to gain STCW certification. Rating to Officer training isavailable for both deck and engine schemes and provide progressionroutes to the higher certification courses.

Degree Level CoursesB.Eng and B.Eng (Hons) Marine EngineeringThese one year top-up degree programmes are offered in associationwith Northumbria University. They develop knowledge and understanding of topics raised on the HND or Foundation Degree in Marine Engineering or Chief Engineer certificate of competency.

The Merchant Navy Training Board website contains a range of information and guidance on a career at sea. www.careeratsea.org


STCW Short Courses

Advanced Firefighting Duration: Four days Suitable for: A requirement for a first Certificate of Competency This course is very practical and makes extensive use of the School's Fire Training Centre. Certification is issued provided all requirements are met.

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Advanced Tanker Training (Oil, Gas and Chemical) Duration: One week for each course Suitable for: Senior officers and others with immediate responsibility for loading, carrying and discharging such cargoes These courses meet the STCW requirements. A course certificate is issued by the College, which may be converted to a Certificate of Competency Endorsement when seatime requirements have been met.

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Basic Safety Training Duration: Various Suitable for: All new entrants to the merchant navy The following courses are required for all new entrants: Personal Survival Techniques; Fire Prevention and Firefighting; Personal Safety and Social Responsibility; and Elementary First Aid. Most of these qualifications are prerequisites for more advanced training.

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Global Maritime Distress and Safety System - General Operator Certificate (GMDSS GOC) Duration: Ten days (including examination) Suitable for: Those who operate GMDSS communication equipment on statutory fitted vessels in any sea area A holder of this certificate may be designated the GMDSS operator for a vessel. It is required, along with other STCW certificates, before a professional watchkeeping certificate may be granted. Successful candidates will be awarded the GMDSS GOC on behalf of the MCA.

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Global Maritime Distress and Safety System - Long Range Certificate (GMDSS LRC) Duration: Five days (including examination) Suitable for: Those who operate GMDSS communication equipment on non-statutory fitted vessels in any sea area Candidates who take this course may also study for the Inmarsat Module, which covers Inmarsat A, B and C. Successful candidates will be issued the GMDSS LRC on behalf of the MCA.

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Global Maritime Distress and Safety System - Restricted Operator Certificate (GMDSS ROC) Duration: Two to three days, depending upon experience Suitable for: Personnel operating GMDSS communication equipment on statutory fitted vessels within 30 miles of the coast in a designated A1 sea area. Also those required to revalidate their STCW certification and are not the designated operator in any sea area other than A1. Successful candidates will be awarded the GMDSS ROC on behalf of the MCA.

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Global Maritime Distress and Safety System - Short Range Certificate (GMDSS SRC) Duration: One day Suitable for: Leisure craft users and operators of marine VHF This course provides an introduction to marine VHF radio and to the GMDSS system and associated equipment. Successful candidates will be issued an MCA approved certificate.

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STCW Short Courses (continued)

Medical Care Duration: Five days Suitable for: MCA approved or recognised training for Proficiency in Medical Care is required for seafarers undertaking their Chief Mate’s Certificate of Competency (STCW Reg. II/2) and others who are designed to take charge of medical care on board ship...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Medical Care Refresher / Updated Proficiency in Medical Care Certificate (MCA Approved) Duration: Three days Suitable for: On EU Member State flagged vessels, in accordance with Council Directive 92/29/EEC, the Captain and any worker(s) to whom he / she delegates the use of the medical supplies must receive special training updated periodically, at least every five years, taking into account the specific risks and needs connected with the different categories of vessel.

The MCA has interpreted this for UK flagged Merchant Navy vessels as requiring the Master and any person designated to take charge of medical care to hold a MCA approved or recognised Proficiency in Medical Care Certificate or MCA approved Updated Proficiency in Medical Care Certificate, issued within the preceding five years.

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Medical First Aid Duration: Four days MCA approved or recognised training for Proficiency in Medical First Aid is required for seafarers undertaking their first UK Certificate of Competency (STCW Reg. II/1 and III/1) and others who are designated to provide medical first aid on board ship.

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Navigation, Radar and Arpa Simulation - Management (NARAS-M) (MCA approved) Duration: Two weeks (or one week integrated) Suitable for: A requirement for Chief Mate and Master certification This course develops topics raised in the NARAS-O course. It pays particular attention to aspects of navigation control and management.

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Navigation, Radar and Arpa Simulation - Operational (NARAS-O) (MCA approved) Duration: Five weeks Suitable for: A prerequisite for a first Deck Certificate of Competency This course covers all aspects of the function and operation of electronic navigation aids, as well as the principles of keeping a safe navigational watch.

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Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSC and RB) Duration: Five days Suitable for: A requirement for a first Certificate of Competency This course covers both theory and practice. It prepares candidates for the on-course assessment. Certification is issued at the end of the course provided all requirements are met...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Tanker Safety Familiarisation Duration: Two days Suitable for: Those required to train in accordance with Merchant Shipping Regulations and a pre-requisite for the Advanced Tanker Training..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

STCW 2012 Refresher Training Suitable for: To comply with the requirements of new international rules the College will offer refresher training to the standards required by the MCA / MNTB...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Non STCW 95 Short


Non STCW Short Courses Marine Engineering

Abrasive Wheel Regulations Duration: Half day Suitable for: Those responsible for changing an abrasive wheel or disc All aspects of legislation regarding the maintenance and operation of abrasive wheels and discs are covered. The course can be extended up to two days to gain an assessor qualification for on board training.

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Marine Control & Instrumentation Duration: One week Suitable for: Marine engineers and electro-technical officers This course is largely practical and deals with all aspects of electrical and pneumatic control systems. Students will become familiar with basic control theory and will gain an understanding of more complex control systems and their components, including digital controllers, PLCs & SMART.

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Diesel Electric Propulsion Duration: Five days Suitable for: Marine engineers and electro-technical officers The course covers the operation and control features of modern electric propulsion systems. It encompasses an introduction to HV power systems, control of propulsion, synchro converter and cyclo converter methods, protection, harmonic problems and solutions. Students will spend a period on the marine diesel electric simulator covering a wide range of practical tasks. A College certificate is issued on completion.

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Electrical Equipment for Hazardous Areas Duration: Three days Suitable for: Marine engineers and electro-technical officers on tankers The course provides an understanding of the principles and practice of using electrical equipment within potentially hazardous areas. Equipment in Ex ‘d’, N and ‘e’ is covered, together with the operation and testing of Exi safety barriers. Successful candidates will be awarded a College certificate.

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Electronic Navigation Equipment Maintenance Duration: Eleven weeks Suitable for: Students with a Principles Examination or the Radar Maintenance Certificate This course is designed to enable those with a knowledge of electronics to apply it to a range of electronic navigational aids. The course covers the principles of operation and block functional mode of each piece of equipment. When applicable, its interfacing with other items of equipment will be investigated. Approximately 50% of this course will be dedicated to practical work, using the College’s fully equipped laboratory dedicated to

electronic navigational systems. Successful candidates will be awarded the MCA recognised certificate in ENEM.

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Electronic Principles Duration: Six weeks (part time) Suitable for: Marine engineers and electro-technical officers This course is for personnel who have some electrical knowledge, but wish to acquire skills in electronics to interpret circuit diagrams and make meaningful measurements in electronic circuitry. Students who are successful in the Principles examination are also eligible for entry to the GMDSS Radio Maintenance and Electronic Navigation Equipment Maintenance courses.

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Non STCW 95 Short Courses Marine Engineering



GMDSS Radio Maintenance Duration: Ten weeks Suitable for: Officers in possession of a Radar Maintenance or Principles Certificate This course covers the requirements needed to be the designated on-board maintainer. It has a large practical content, covering all equipment required to meet the SOLAS regulations, including Inmarsat ‘A’. The College has extensive practical facilities to support the course. Successful candidates will be awarded the MCA approved GMDSS Radio Maintenance Certificate.

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Shipboard High Voltage Awareness Duration: Five days Suitable for: Marine Engineering officers and Electrical officers, Engineer Surveyors and Marine Superintendants. The course meets the requirements of the MNTB Shipboard High Voltage Training and covers regulations, hazards and safety practices. Extensive use is made of practical exercises on modern high voltage equipment. The emphasis is on the safe working practices and procedures which should be followed before, during and after any high voltage work is undertaken. Successful candidates will be trained and able to work as ‘Authorised Persons’ within a team carrying out high voltage isolation and switching operations. Successful candidates will be awarded an MCA approved Shipboard High Voltage certificate. A three day High Voltage Familiarisation course is also available, successful candidates will be issued with a College certificate.

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Marine Electrical Maintenance Duration: Three weeks Suitable for: Serving marine engineering officers The course is designed to increase electrical knowledge and confidence. It is very practically based, with the emphasis on safe working practice. The College has extensive practical facilities and students will complete practical tasks on a range of switchboards, generators, motors, instrumentation systems and simulators. A College certificate is issued on completion of the course, which is widely recognised within the maritime industry. Bespoke versions of this course are available on request.

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Power Hydraulics Duration: Four days Suitable for: Serving marine engineering officers This practical course deals with all aspects of power hydraulic systems. Students carry out a range of fault finding tasks to maximise the transfer of skills to the workplace.

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Refrigeration and Refrigerated Containers Duration: Four or five days Suitable for: Serving marine engineering officers and electrical officers Short courses are offered to cover the marine aspects of refrigeration and reefer containers. They can be arranged and devised to suit the needs of particular companies.

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Shipboard Safety and Management Duration: One day Suitable for: Serving marine engineering officers A range of courses is available to raise awareness of such topics as ISO 9000, Risk Assessment, STCW and the ISM Code. The ISM Code is covered in more detail in a series of one day courses dealing with Rule of Class and Regulatory Bodies, ISM Code Requirements, Writing Policy and Procedures and Internal Auditing.

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Technical Management and Specification Writing Duration: Five days Suitable for: Senior officers and other interested personnel This course covers the process of preparing drydocking and repair specifications. It is delivered by shipyard managers, classification surveyors and technical managers to ensure a high level of training.

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Upgrade Course to Short Range Certification Duration: One day Suitable for: Holders of an R/T (VHF only) Certificate This course upgrades knowledge and skills from an R/T Certificate. Successful candidates will gain a GMDSS Short Range Certificate.

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Welding Appreciation Duration: Five days Suitable for: Sea-going officers This course provides an introduction to the practical aspects of welding and cutting. Small class sizes ensure that there is plenty of time for personal tuition, and students are encouraged to discuss particular problems that they have encountered at sea.

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Workshop Programmes Duration: Various depending upon MCA/initial assessment Suitable for: MNTB/Workshop skill testing These programmes are available to those candidates who have been referred to the College by the MCA for skills testing and possible tuition to improve workshop practices.

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Non STCW Short Courses Marine Engineering / Simulator

ARPA (Automatic Radar Plotting Aids) (MCA Approved) Duration: Four days Suitable for: Holders of some pre-STCW 95 radar certification who want to achieve a Chief Mate or Master Certificate of Competency This course deals with the operation and function of ARPAs. An MCA recognised certificate is issued on satisfactory completion.

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Combined Fault Finding and Operational Emergency Training Duration: Five days Suitable for: Serving marine engineers This course utilises the engine simulator and is designed to provide engineers with the analytical tools to aid fault finding of plant defects on board ship. The operational emergencies provide realistic training in a variety of engine room incidents to ensure individual and team responses minimise the effects of the emergency.

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Engine Room Watchkeeping Preparatory Course Duration: Four days Suitable for: Cadets This course uses the engine simulator to prepare cadets for the role of watchkeeper. Cadets are placed at the centre of the decision making process and so they are prepared and aware of all aspects of engine room watchkeeping. Normal watchkeeping and UMS operations are covered. - Course approved by MNTB.

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Junior Officer Bridge Watchkeeping Preparatory Duration: One week Suitable for: Cadets / OOW Trainees – a reduced version of Bridge Watchkeeping Preparatory course, very practical, hands on simulator course.......................................................................................................................................................................................


Non STCW Short Courses Marine Engineering / Simulator

Pilot Resource Management (MCA Approved) Duration: Two days Suitable for: Marine Pilots – this course looks at integration with the bridge team and resources available to the pilot............................................................................................................................................................................................

Engineer Resource Management Duration: Five days Suitable for: Chief, 1st and 2nd Engineers This course deals with the management techniques that may be used to improve team output especially during emergencies and periods of high workload. The course deals with the ways in which the engine room plant may be optimised to ensure maximum performance, and makes extensive use of the engine simulator.

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Ship Handling Training Duration: Four days Suitable for: All Deck Officers and Masters – training looks at all aspects of handling conventional vessels including tug use. The course is tailored to suit the attendees experience............................................................................................................................................................................................

Shiphandling Training for Pilots Duration: Various Suitable for: Marine Pilots The course is tailored to individual or port requirements. And can include routine and emergency situations....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Small Vessel Navigation and Radar (MCA Approved) Duration: Five days Suitable for: Officers serving on ships of limited size requiring qualifications This practical course covers the theory and practice of navigation aids to provide competent and safe use of these devices when navigating and using for collision avoidance.

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Tug Handling Training Duration: Variable Suitable for: New starts on tugs or more experienced personnel. The course uses various types of tugs and is tailored to suit the attendees

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Tug Resource Management (MCA Approved) Duration: Four days Suitable for: All harbour tug crews – a course looking at resources available to tug crews...........................................................................................................................................................................................

Understanding and Use of ECDIS (MCA Approved) Duration: Three days Suitable for: All serving mariners This course provides the knowledge and skills to use ECDIS competently and safely.

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Non STCW Short Courses Simulator

Bridge Team Training (MCA Approved) Duration: Five days Suitable for: Masters and Officers This course develops the ability of the bridge team to function together in an effective, efficient and safe manner. The courses are company specific and will ideally include officers with a range of ranks and experience.

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Bridge Watchkeeping Preparatory (MCA Approved) Duration: Two weeks Suitable for: Cadets / OOW Trainers This very practical course prepares ratings and cadets for the role of navigational watchkeeper. It makes extensive use of the bridge simulator and introduces trainees to routines, disciplines and good practice.

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Crew Resource Management Duration: Five days Suitable for: Anyone working in the Merchant Navy This ‘human factors’ course provides the knowledge and practice to improve individual and team performance to maximise the use of human resources. The College has the unique facility of being able to operate joint bridge/engine room team operations, which maximises the effectiveness of this training programme

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Offshore Bridge Simulation Duration: Three days Suitable for: Those actively involved in manoeuvring vessels in the vicinity of offshore platforms and rigs The course looks at safe operations within the 500m zone.

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VTS Training to IALA Standards (MCA Approved) Duration: Variable Suitable for: Trainees to experienced operators requiring certification The College offers VTS training approved by the National Competent Authority to V-103 Standards. A VTS Operators Certificate can be achieved by completing a programme of training determined by prior qualifications and experience.

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Non STCW Short Courses Nautical Studies

Commercial Yachting Courses There is a requirement for larger commercially operated yachts to have a qualified crew. MCA Deck and Engineer qualifications are available and South Tyneside College offers modules and various modes of study to enable candidates to gain certification.

The MCA certification has recently been revised to meet STCW standards with routes via Officer of the Watch to Higher Grade Deck and Engine certification.

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Compass Adjuster Duration: Variable (Distance Learning) Suitable for: Those wishing to become qualified Marine Compass Adjusters. This course covers all of the theory required for the MCA compass adjusters examinations and prepares candidates for the practical work required to gain certification.

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Crude Oil Washing/Inert Gas Duration: Three days Suitable for: Oil tanker personnel with responsibilities for crude oil washing/inert gas This course develops topics raised during the Tanker Training (Oil) course which deals with the principles and operation of COW and IG systems in different operational circumstances.

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Efficient Deckhand (EDH) Duration: One week Suitable for: Ratings wishing to progress to AB and candidates for a first Deck Certificate of Competency This seamanship and safety course meets the MCA requirements. An MCA recognised certificate is issued to successful candidates.

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Leisure Yachting Courses South Tyneside College offers shore-based theory courses for RYA Coastal Skipper, Yachtmaster Offshore and Yachtmaster Ocean. The entry level depends, to some extent, on qualifications and experience........................................................................................................................................................................................

RYA Radar Duration: One day Suitable for: Entry level Familiarisation with marine radar, providing theory, plotting and using radar for anti collision and navigation.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Non STCW 95 Short CoursesRYA Small Craft Survival Duration: One day Suitable for: Recreational water and boat users This course is approved by the RYA. It covers the theory of the use of safety equipment and practicals using survival aids.

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Shipboard Safety Officer Duration: Three days Suitable for: Safety Officers This course covers topics raised in health and safety legislation and guidelines of particular concern to mariners. It concentrates on the role of the safety officer on board ship and provides an introduction to the ISM code.

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Non STCW Short Courses Nautical Studies

Ship Security Officer Duration: Three days Suitable for: Security Officers This course prepares an officer for the role of Security Officer on-board ship, including roles and responsibilities and implementing the Ship’s security plan...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Short Courses in Electronic Navigation and Radar Systems Duration: One to five days Suitable for: Those primarily concerned with the navigation of small vessels. Our range of short courses are tailored for those in the commercial, fishing and leisure markets........................................................................................................................................................................................

Offshore Safety Courses Marine Safety Training Centre

Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training Duration: Three days Suitable for: This OPITO approved course is the standard introductory course for those wanting to work on an installation in the British Offshore Sector, it is also accepted in the Dutch and Danish waters. The certificate is valid for four years. ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

Civil Aviation Authority, Offshore Operators R/T Duration: One day Suitable for: Personnel on offshore installations and vessels operating with helicopters This is a CAA approved course that provides authorisation to operate an offshore radio station for the landing of helicopters. It includes written and practical assessment.

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Further Offshore Safety and Emergency Training Duration: One day Suitable for: This refresher course is for those who hold the Basic Offshore Induction and Emergency Training certificate and wish to continue working on an installation in the British Sector, valid for four years.

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Minimum Industry Safety Training (MIST) Duration: Two days Suitable for: This OPITO approved course is another standard introductory course required by many employers in the British Offshore Sector. The certificate is valid for four years.

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Offshore Renewable Energy Transfer and Fire Fighting Course Duration: Two and half days Suitable for: This is a block booked course for companies in the Renewable Energy Offshore Sector. Up to sixteen delegates will undertake Sea Survival Training to STCW/MCA Standards, Helicopter Emergency escape Training to OPITO Standards and fire and boat transfer training to a level agreed with the College. This course will be modified to comply with RenewableUK’s sea survival training standard when it is formalised.

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Helicopter Safety & Escape Training Duration: One day Suitable for: This OPITO approved course is for persons flying offshore to ships or installations. The course covers Helicopter emergencies, escape and breathing equipment. The certificate is valid for four years...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................


Non STCW Short Courses Catering

Ships’ Cook The regulations for ships’ cooks are currently under review, but the courses offered at South Tyneside College meet the present legislation. It is anticipated that the College will provide courses for any new requirements that may be introduced as a consequence of the review.

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Food Hygiene Certificates Duration: One to five days Suitable for: All food handlers Under proposals currently being considered by the MCA, all those involved with the storage, preparation and presentation of food will be required to hold food hygiene certification. The three courses offered by the College all lead to examination and certification. The appropriate course for individuals will depend on their contact and involvement with the handling of food.

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NVQ Cooking Certification The College offers courses and assessments leading to NVQ certificates for cookery. It is likely that the ships’ cook certification will be replaced by NVQ certification when the current MCA review has been completed.

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Ships’ Cook Certificate of Competency Duration: 12 weeks (two six-week courses) Suitable for: Ships’ Cooks The first six-week course prepares candidates for the part 1 examination, and a second 6-week block course prepares them for part 2. There are seatime and age requirements for each part that must be met before certification will be issued by the MCA.

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Ships’ Cook Higher Certificate Duration: Four weeks Suitable for: Certified Part 2 Ships’ Cooks This course prepares candidates for examination and allows the holders of part 2 of the Ships’ Cook Certificate of Competency to gain greater skills following the acquisition of additional seatime.

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Tailored training

We pride ourselves on our ability to respond quickly to legislative requirements and to meet the needs of the industries, companies and individuals we serve.

If you cannot find the course or training you need, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are always happy to consider requests for company-specific courses or to modify existing provision in linewith company needs, where this is possible.

We publish dates for all our courses but are happy to consider arranging additional courses for companies or groups at mutually convenient times. Please contact us to discuss your specific requirements, email: [email protected]

Research & Development

The Marine Simulation Centre is home to an R&D team who can provide ship models and 3D visual geographic databases that areused by the Kongsberg simulators.

• A geographic database will allow exercises to be developed within a ‘real’ environment • Visuals, as seen from Bridge windows will correspond to real life views • The Bridge Echo Sounder will provide actual depths

Bridge Simulator 3D Modelling Simulator

• The Bridge Radar will provide an accurate picture for the area modelled • The Instructor can also control the exercise by viewing a birds-eye-view of the scenario as it takes place • There is a large library of ship models ready to use, but any specific ship type can be recreated in-house to customer requirements.

Applications include:

• Port Developments• Accident Re-Plays


Renewable Energy

Alternative energy is set to be the biggest growth area in domestic energy the UK has ever experienced. To help meet the training demands this industry has created we’vedeveloped a series of training courses in partnership with companies in the industry to ensure they equip the workforcewith the skills and knowledge required to work safely bothon-shore and off-shore.

These courses utilise our extensive and unique facilities in offshore safety training and include Europe’s first offshoreplatform transfer simulator to recreate realistic working conditions.

The safety programmes are supplemented by high voltage,simulation and laboratory equipment which enables our staff expertise in offshore safety and large power generation tocreate up skilling programmes to meet generic and specificemployer needs.



Onsite AccommodationOur purpose-built 200-bed Hall of Residence - Dr. Winterbottom Hall, is located on the College site just 50 metres from the main teaching facilities. It is easily accessible by public transport (bus and Tyneside Metro) and has ample car parking spaces.

Single study bedrooms, which are serviced five days each week, are available.

All have desks, bookshelves and powerpoints, and have access to shared facilities (shower, toilet and common rooms with electric kettles) on the same floor. There are two TV lounges and a games room.

All meals are taken in the College's own dining room, and there is always a choice of menu.

Accommodation is very reasonably priced and available on either a bed and breakfast or a bed, breakfast and evening meal basis.

Unfortunately, the Hall of Residence is not able to offer accommodation on a self-catering or married quarters basis.

Hall of Residence staff are on site 24 hours per day and the car parks are under video surveillance.

Enquiries should be made to: Dr. Winterbottom Hall, Grosvenor Road, South Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE33 3EN. (Tel: +44 (0)191 427 3666). E-mail: [email protected]

Accommodation is available for students studying at the College both on the College site and in the local area.

Local AccommodationThe Accommodation Officer is able to arrange local accommodation in rented flats, houses, guesthouses, and lodgings for students.

Unfortunately, local accommodation cannot be provided for students under the age of 18 because the College policy states that parental authority is required.

Enquiries should be made to: The Accommodation Clerk, Dr. Winterbottom Hall, Grosvenor Road, South Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE33 3EN (Tel: +44 (0)191 427 3668). E-mail: [email protected]


The Marine booking centre will arrange hotel accomodation for short course bookings

Booking a courseFor all marine courses or for additional information including dates and fees, please contact the Marine Booking Centre on:

Telephone: +44 (0)191 427 3772Fax: +44 (0)191 427 3918E-mail: [email protected]

For all other courses or for additional information including dates and fees, please contact Student Services on:

Telephone: +44 (0)191 427 3900Fax: +44 (0)191 427 3535E-mail: [email protected]

Staff there will answer your questions, or will put you in contact with experts who will be able to help with a specific enquiry.

More information about all of the courses offered at South Tyneside College may be found on the College website: click on www.stc.ac.uk and follow the ‘marine’ link.


Alphabetical List of Courses Page No.

Abrasive Wheel Regulations 13 Advanced Firefighting 11 Advanced Tanker Training (Oil, Gas and Chemical) 11 ARPA (Automatic Radar Plotting Aids) 15

Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training 19 Basic Safety Training 11 Bridge Team Training (MCA Approved) 17 Bridge Watchkeepng Preparatory (MCA Approved) 17

Civil Aviation Authority, Offshore Operators R/T 19 Combined Fault Finding and Operational Emergency Training 15 Commercial Yachting Courses 18 Compass Adjuster 18 Crew Resource Management 17 Crude Oil Washing/Inert Gas 18

Diesel Electric Propulsion 13

Efficient Deckhand (EDH) 18 ECDIS 16 Electrical Equipment for Hazardous Areas 13 Electrical Navigation Equipment Maintenance 13 Electronic Principles 13 Engine Room Watchkeeping Preparatory Course 15

Food Hygiene Certificates 20 Further Offshore Safety and Emergency Training 19

Global Maritime Distress and Safety System - General Operator Certificate (GMDSS GOC) 11 Global Maritime Distress and Safety System - Long Range Certificate (GMDSS LRC) 11 Global Maritime Distress and Safety System - Restricted Operator Certificate (GMDSS ROC) 11 Global Maritime Distress and Safety System - Short Range Certificate (GMDSS sRC) 11 GMDSS Radio Maintenance 14

Leisure Yachting Courses 18

Marine Electrical Maintenance 14 Medical Care 12 Medical Care Refresher 12 Medical First Aid 12 Minimum Industry Safety Training (MIST) 19 Navigation, Radar and Arpa Simulation - Management (NARAS-M) 12 Navigation, Radar and Arpa Simulation - Operational (NARAS-O) 12 NVQ Cooking Certification 20

Offshore Bridge Simulation 17 Offshore Wind Energy Boat Transfer 19 Power Hydraulics 14 Refrigeration and Refrigerated Containers 14 RYA Radar 18 RYA Small Craft Survival 18


Alphabetical List of Courses Page No.

Ship Security Officer 19 Shipboard Safety Officer 18 Shiphandling Training 16 Ships' Cook Certificate of Competency 20 Ships' Cook Higher Certificate 20 Short Courses in Electronic Navigation and Radar Systems 19 Small Vessel Navigation and Radar 16

Tanker Safety Familiarisation 12 Technical Management and Specification Writing 15

Understanding and Use of ECDIS (MCA Approved) 16 Upgrade Course to Short Range Certification 15

VTS Training to IALA Standards (MCA Approved) 17

Welding Appreciation 15 Workshop Programmes 15

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