TARGET GROUP:

Trainee Tug Masters & Deck Officers in the Marine Industry

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of English (speak, read & write) including maritime terminology
Sea going experience & Ship Handling experience

EXIT LEVEL:

Basic introduction and understanding of the principles of ASD tug operations.

ASSESSMENT:

Continuous practical assessment and evaluation

CERTIFICATE:

Certificate issued by SAMTRA

VALIDITY:

No expiry date

STCW CODE:

In accordance with STCW Code Table A-II/2.

DURATION:

5 days

COURSE OBJECTIVE:

To expose participants to the safe operation of an ASD Tug by increasing the Tug Masters knowledge of ship handling theory and the ability to safely manoeuvre an ASD tug during various port and offshore operations