Electronic Navigation Systems (non STCW) Course

Course Description: Electronic Navigation Systems (ENS) is one of our simulation courses where we teach learners how to use Electronic Navigation Systems to navigate safely. We concentrate on collision avoidance in restricted visibility, making use of all available resources particularly radar equipment and radar plotting. We offer three levels in ENS namely: Management, Operational and Non STCW Level.
Duration: 5 Days
Entry Requirements: Mathematics at Grade 10 or previous ENS or any Certificate of Competence or proof of Chartwork completed.
Learning Objectives: The SAMSA matrix prescribes that the learner should have the following knowledge and practical skills at the end of the course:
- Conduct a safe passage
- Use of radar to maintain safety of navigation
- Use of radar in SAR operations
- Use of electronic navigation equipment
- Use echo sounders
- Use speed logs
- Operate basic radar equipment
- Obtain the ship’s position using satellite navigation equipment
- Use the radar set as an aid to navigation
- Use radar for collision avoidance
- Knowledge and application of the International Regulations for the Prevention Of Collisions at Sea 1972
Additional Requirements: None
Accreditation: Accreditation through SAMSA. STCW 78 as amended in 2010 with the Manila amendments. Certificate is valid for a life-time.
Price: Please request our Price List (light lunch included)
This Course is Only Available at the Following Training Centres:
St. Helena Bay | Cape Town | Port Elizabeth
Due to available facilities and infrastructure at our various training centres, courses and course prices may vary.