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Students
Tuition Fee
NZD 2,020
Per course
Start Date
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
5.0 days
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Information Systems | Information Technology | Systems Analysis
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
NZD 2,020
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2024-07-08-
2024-11-04-
About Program

Program Overview


The program covers ECDIS operation, navigation functions, data management, and legal aspects. Graduates can pursue careers as officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships fitted with ECDIS.

Program Outline


Outline:

  • Course code: ECD611A
  • Locations and dates:
  • Nelson: 8 July 2024, 4 November 2024
  • Length: 40 hours, delivered over 5 consecutive days, 8.30am-5.00pm.
  • Fees:
  • Tuition: $2020.00
  • Student levy: $31.00
  • Credits: 5

Content:

  • Objectives: Meet STCW requirements for officers in charge of a navigational watch on a ship fitted with ECDIS.
  • Modules:
  • Operate ECDIS equipment
  • Use the navigational functions of ECDIS
  • Select and assess relevant information and take proper action
  • Acquire and develop a knowledge and understanding of the basic principles governing the safe operation of ECDIS
  • Understand ECDIS data and their presentation
  • Understand system-related limitations and potential dangers
  • Generate and maintain displays
  • Operate all basic navigational functions and all specific functions for route planning and route monitoring
  • Select and use the navigational data and display the data in the appropriate manner
  • Ability to perform loading and updating
  • Recognize and analyse nautical alarms during route planning and route monitoring as well as sensor alarms
  • Assess the impact of the performance limits of sensors on the safe use of ECDIS
  • Understand the importance of a back-up system and its limited performance
  • Assess errors, inaccuracies and ambiguities caused by improper data management
  • Awareness of errors in displayed data, errors of interpretation
  • Risk of over-reliance on ECDIS and be able to take proper action.
  • Knowledge of the principal types of electronic chart
  • Knowledge legal aspects in the operational use and management of ECDIS

Teaching:

  • Class size: Limited to 6 students due to computer stations.
  • Instructors:
  • Chris Lordan (Tutor)

Careers:

  • Graduates can pursue careers as officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships fitted with ECDIS.

Other:

  • This course is offered as part of the Mate Fishing Vessel - Unlimited and Diploma in Nautical Science programs.
  • Additional courses can be run in exceptional circumstances.
  • If you have a group of mariners in your organization who need to complete this course, please contact NMIT directly by emailing iminz@nmit.ac.nz.
  • Entry requirements: Navigational experience on vessels over 500 GT.
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Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT)


Overview:

Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) is a tertiary education institution located in the Top of the South region of New Zealand. NMIT offers a range of programs designed to prepare students for work and the world, with a focus on practical experience and flexible learning options.


Services Offered:

NMIT provides a variety of services to support student success, including:

    Study Navigators:

    Help students design a study journey that fits their individual needs and goals.

    Flexible Learning:

    Offers on-campus, online, and on-the-job learning options to accommodate diverse student lifestyles.

    Foundation Pathways:

    Provides foundation and pathway studies to help students gain direction and qualifications for their chosen career.

    School Pathways:

    Offers practical experience on-campus or in workplaces, allowing students to complete NCEA at school simultaneously.

    Scholarships:

    Provides financial assistance to help students cover the cost of their studies.

    eduroam:

    Provides secure wireless internet access for students.

    Library:

    Offers a range of resources and support services for students.

    Research:

    Conducts research in various fields, contributing to knowledge and innovation.

    Business and Employers:

    Provides resources and support for businesses and employers.

Student Life and Campus Experience:

NMIT offers a vibrant campus experience with opportunities for students to engage in various activities and events. The institution has campuses across Te Tauihu, Top of the South, designed with the learner in mind and supported by learner services.


Key Reasons to Study There:

    Practical Experience:

    NMIT emphasizes practical experience, providing students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen field.

    Flexible Learning Options:

    Offers a variety of learning options to accommodate diverse student needs and lifestyles.

    International Qualifications:

    Provides internationally respected qualifications.

    Supportive Campus Environment:

    Offers a supportive and welcoming campus environment with a range of services to support student success.

Academic Programs:

NMIT offers a wide range of academic programs, including:

    Nursing:

    NMIT offers a Bachelor of Nursing program, with a focus on practical skills and real-world experience.

    Aviation Engineering:

    NMIT offers a program in Aviation Engineering, providing students with the skills and knowledge they need to work in the aviation industry.

    Horticulture:

    NMIT offers a program in Horticulture, providing students with the skills and knowledge they need to work in the horticulture industry.

    Organisational Management:

    NMIT offers a Master of Applied Management program, providing students with the skills and knowledge they need to lead and manage organizations.

Other:

NMIT is committed to providing students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their chosen field. The institution is also committed to research and innovation, contributing to the development of new knowledge and technologies.

    Student Life and Campus Experience:

    While the context mentions campuses across Te Tauihu, it does not provide details about student life and campus experiences.

    Key Reasons to Study There:

    The context mentions practical experience and flexible learning options, but it does not explicitly state these as key reasons to study at NMIT.

    Academic Programs:

    The context mentions specific programs like Nursing, Aviation Engineering, Horticulture, and Organisational Management, but it does not provide a comprehensive outline of all academic programs offered.

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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:


EU Home Students:

  • Participants are required to have navigational experience on vessels over 500 GT.
  • Applicants must hold a valid Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Master or Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW) on a ship of 500 GT or more.

International Overseas Students (Outside the EU):

  • Participants are required to have navigational experience on vessels over 500 GT.
  • Applicants must hold a valid Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Master or Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW) on a ship of 500 GT or more.
  • However, for international students who are not native English speakers, it is recommended to check with the institution for any specific language tests or requirements they may have.
  • This course is designed for mariners who need to complete the STCW requirements for ECDIS training.
  • The course is typically delivered over 5 consecutive days, 8.30am-5.00pm.
  • The course can only take 6 students at a time.
  • Additional courses can be run in exceptional circumstances.
  • If you have a group of mariners in your organization who need to complete this course, please contact NMIT directly.
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