It is no secret that the maritime industry is an ever-evolving and highly competitive industry, compelling maritime training institutions and seafarers alike to stay abreast and well-equipped with the best industry practices.
The deck department is essential in vessel navigation, cargo handling, and management. Deck crew members must undergo regular training and development courses to ensure their seamanship knowledge, skills, and behaviors are current with industry standards.
UMTC has been providing Deck Courses designed to provide maritime professionals with comprehensive training and refresher courses. We provide basic and advanced training to cater to crews from all ranks. Aside from teaching the fundamentals of deck training, our classes are also designed to propel the career development of our trainees. Here is the complete list of our Deck Courses:
Bridge Watchkeeping Refresher Training for Management Level Deck Officers
This refresher course aims to review and update management-level deck Officers' knowledge, understanding, and proficiency through the industry's best management practices in bridge watchkeeping.Bridge Watchkeeping Refresher Training for Operational Level Deck Officers
This refresher course aims to review and update the competency of Operational-Level Deck Officers regarding best management practices for Safe Navigation and bridge watchkeeping procedures.ChartWorld globe G2 Type Specific
This course is intended to train Watchkeeping Officers in the detailed operational functionality of the Chartworld eGlobe G2 ECDIS system to enhance navigation safety and bridge watchkeeping efficiency.Crane Handling Simulator
This course integrates theoretical lectures, practical exercises, and assessments on crane handling simulators for the safe operation of pedestal cranes and heavy lift cranes. It takes into account the recommendations in the applicable sections of Tables A-ll/1, A-ll/2, and A-ll/5 of the STCW Code 2010 Manila amendments and the recommended guidelines in the Code of Safe Working Practice for Merchant Seaman, ILO Convention 152, and the ISM Code.DSC and VHF Radio Communications
To provide a thorough understanding and mastery of radio communication at sea, this training course is a combination of lectures, discussions, demonstrations, practical exercises, and assessments in the use of DSC and VHF Radio communication equipment that meet the requirements of the applicable section of Table A-IV/2 specification of minimum standard of competence for GMDSS radio operators and radiocommunication at the operational level of the STCW Code 2010 Manila Amendments.Heavy Lift Course
This course will give Deck Officers comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in Heavy Lift Cargo Handling and Operation.Hydro Blasting Safety Awareness and Operation
To promote safety awareness, this course aims to develop and impart safety working practices when using high-pressure water blasting equipment.MACS3. Net and Belco Training Course
This course aims to provide Deck Officers with the necessary competence in using the industry-standard stability program Seacos Macs3. Enrollees are expected to master the loading instrument.MEG 4 Mooring Course
Developed by OCIMF and Mooring Equipment Guidelines (MEG) 4, this course will provide Deck Officers and crew members with the necessary knowledge and skills in safe mooring equipment, mooring winch testing, inspection, and maintenance of the mooring lines.Mooring Winch Testing and Operational Maintenance
This course is designed to provide safe working practice training for our trainees for the safe testing and maintenance of mooring winches and associated equipment.Operational Use of Electronic Chart Display and Information System
This course is designed to develop the necessary knowledge, skills, and behaviors to safely and precisely navigate vessels using the ECDIS functionality and operations.Practical Deck Skills
This practical course provides the knowledge, skills, and safe working practices for seamanship aboard modern ships. Enrollees will gain practical knowledge of knots, bends, and hitches and are expected to demonstrate necessary seamanship skills.Rigging of Pilot Ladder
The Pilot Ladder is a special type of rope vital for the embarkation and disembarkation of maritime pilots. This course will train enrollees in the proper rigging and maintenance procedures for handling the Pilot Ladder to avoid accidents.Safe Mooring Operation
Mooring and anchoring are hazardous operations. This course will provide all seafarers with training, guidance, and practice in safe and efficient mooring operations.Securing of General and Heavy Lift Cargoes for Officers
Designed to develop the competence of Marine Deck Officers on the safe stowage, lashing, and securing of general and heavy lift cargoes, this course will provide trainees with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills that are by the best industry practices.Securing of General and Heavy Lift Cargoes for Ratings
This course aims to develop Marine Deck Ratings' competence in the safe stowage, lashing, and securing of general and heavy lift cargoes by providing theoretical knowledge and practical skills by best industry practices.Ship Handling and Maneuvering for Officers
This course provides Deck Officers with the knowledge, understanding, and practical skills in ship handling techniques to safely maneuver different types and sizes of vessels under various conditions.Ship Simulator and Bridge Teamwork with Bridge Resource Management for Officers
This course highlights the importance of communication, teamwork, and leadership during watchkeeping, ship maneuvering, and other shipboard operations. It is designed to refresh and update the knowledge and training of Deck Officers on the principles and practice of bridge teamwork and resource management.Steering Course
This steering course is intended to develop the competency and/or enhance the proficiency of seafarers who will be assigned as helmsmen.Surface Preparation and Painting
This course provides Safe Working Practice training to ensure that trainees recognize the importance of safely testing and maintaining mooring winches and associated equipment during surface preparation and painting.Voyage Planning using ECDIS
This course aims to develop and improve the competency of operation-level officers in voyage planning using ECDIS.Working Aloft with Scaffolding
This course aims to provide training, guidance, and safety behaviors for seafarers who will be involved in working aloft or over the side of a vessel to promote safe working conditions.
Operating and navigating a vessel safely and smoothly requires knowledgeable, qualified, and trained deck crew members. That's why learning should never stop, especially for maritime professionals who aspire to improve and enhance their current knowledge and skill set, even in this new normal.
For more courses and available schedules, contact us at sales@umtc.com.ph