GMDSS General Operators Certificate (GOC)
Certification: GMDSS General Operators Certificate
Duration: 9 Days
Course Content:
Includes the following:
- GMDSS procedures
- VHF/RT
- VHF/DSC
- MF/HF R/T
- M/F/HF DSC
- Immarsat B
- Immarsat C
- Radio telex
- EPIRB
- SART
Description: This course is designed to provide delegates with the mandatory level of knowledge required for competence in the use of VHF/HF/MF radiotelephony, telex, satellite procedures and equipment used commercially in the GMDSS. This course is mandatory for vessels over 45m or vessels over 24m built after February 1999, as per MCA.
Prerequisites: Candidates must bring photographic ID (driving licence or passport) on the first day, be 18 years of age and bring 2 passport size photographs.
Additional Notes: Please note: day 9 is exam day and dependant on delegate numbers may continue until 9.00pm
Venue: This course is delivered at the main College campus in Fraserburgh, however may also be delivered in client premises, subject to equipment meeting current Health and Safety legislation.
