Certificate in Seamanship
We offer customised and contract training to individuals and companies in almost any location. If you have staff in need of any aspect of navigation/bridge training or certification or assistance with a project we have an able team of bridge experts who are experienced trainers who have navigated the seas across the globe.
Our trainers will board your ship, have your bridge crew observed and assessed throughout a leg and customise crew training according to needs. Bridge Team Management, Navigation Control and Emergency courses are among some of the areas your crew may benefit from. Or it may be that your crew need to achieve a better level of communication, interaction and situational awareness to become a more cohesive operating crew.
“The unrivalled benefits of training this way, are that the
Captain and navigation officers receive training specific to
their needs while on their ship, rather than a classroom, they
then follow up the training in our world class full mission bridge simulator, in the Ports of Auckland, for more intricate procedures and then continue sailing in the same group. This means all crew members are able to apply what they learn immediately with a common understanding,” – Captain Kees Buckens, programme designer for Bridge management customised training.
Our trainers, who are also Captains and officers with many years experience around the world, attend conferences and expos in such places as Singapore, Hong Kong, Holland, UK, Miami, Mumbai and further keeping up to date with new industry developments from equipment to trends and global issues.
Programme Details
About the Programme
The Certificate in Seamanship is a one semester programme that is part of Year One of the Diploma in Nautical Science. Some subjects form part of the Diploma in Marine Engineering.
| Programme Code | MN4323 |
|---|---|
| Study Method | Full time |
| Qualification | MIT Certificate |
| Duration | 14 weeks |
| Applications | Close when programme is full |
| Start Dates | February |
| Level | 3 |
| Credits | 60 |
Offered by
New Zealand Maritime School
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- A minimum of 40 NCEA credits at Level 2 or above or equivalent or
- Demonstrate equivalent practical, professional or educational experiences and
- Applicants shall meet the medical and eyesight standards currently in force by Maritime New Zealand. These are statutory requirements for working on ships
- English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English.
Any applicant whose first language is not English must provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5) or equivalent and
- Evidence of a positive attitude to learning and achievement and a high standard of personal discipline eg work references, school testimonials and
- Students intending to progress to the Diploma in Nautical Science must meet the higher entry criteria for this programme.
Applicants will generally be required to undertake one or more interviews. Applicants will be selected for interview against the following selection criteria: apparent knowledge of the industry, stated reasons for choosing the career, work history indicating suitability for working in the industry, maturity, responsibility, honesty, reliability. The interview will consider: apparent motivation to succeed, communication skills, whether the personality is suitable for the industry. The interview will comprise at least two staff members. An industry employer may supplement the panel.
Cost
$2,800 (approx)
International Student Fees
$6,600 per semester
Programme Summary
The Certificate in Seamanship includes the following modules:
- Mooring, Anchoring and Deck Watchkeeping
- Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping ‘95 (STCW) Basic Training
- Shipboard Familiarisation
- Basic Fire Fighting
- Assist Bridge Watchkeeping
- Proficiency in Survival Craft
- Cargo Operations and Storing
- Vessel Operations
Courses
| 723.203 | Basic First Aid |
| 942.202 | Shipboard Familiarity |
| 942.203 | Basic Sea Survival |
| 942.314 | Mooring, Anchor and Deck Watch (S) |
| 942.315 | Assist Bridge Watchkeeping (S) |
| 942.318 | Vessel Operations - Maintenance (S) |
| 942.325 | Assist Bridge Watchkeeping (C) |
| 942.326 | Vessel Operations - Maintenance (C) |
| 942.327 | Mooring, Anchor and Deck Watch (C) |
| 942.419 | Basic Fire Fighting |
| 942.430 | PISC |
| 944.309 | Cargo Operations and Storing |
Further Training or Study
Most students would be expected to continue to the MIT Diploma in Nautical Science.
Career Opportunities
Rating or Deck Officer Trainee positions on foreign going ships.