ECDIS Type Specific TRANSAS
| Course requirement | STCW recommended |
| Duration in hours | 16 |
| STCW references | A-II/1, A-II/2, B-I/12, B-VIII/2-3.1 |
Transas ECDIS Type-Specific Training provides you with the required knowledge about the general use of ECDIS as well as detailed introduction of the system’s features.
The course is designated both for the future officers of the navigational watch, masters and experienced navigational officers and other persons who are in charge of navigation and watch keeping, such as pilots.
The training comprises all safety-relevant aspects and, for this reason, aims beyond the use of operational controls of the system.
Those wishing to attend this course should have experience in performing chart work and should be able to perform all usual tasks concerning standard navigational procedures and equipment, and be in possession of a valid ECDIS Generic certificate. They should be familiar with the functions and limitations of other navigational equipment. They should be familiar with standard computer multimedia devices, including elements such as windows, menus, trackball, etc.
- Basic functions on Navi-Sailor ECDIS
- Screen set-up Basic route planning exercises
- Add-info and Manual correction
- Set-up of safety values
- Basic route monitoring exercises
- Loading charts and licenses