Pilot Training
Duration: Two days
Prerequisites: Existing marine pilots or those who have been referred to on this course by appropriate harbour authorities.
Teaching: Theory sessions supplemented by practical ship-handling exercises on a full-mission simulator.
Course overview
This course is tailor-made for existing pilots or seafarers upskilling to become pilots by providing them suitable ship-handling practice based on the following topic areas:
- position of the pivot point,
- types, effects and limitations of rudders,
- effects of propulsion,
- effects, limitations and use of bow and stern thrusters,
- interpreting information contained in vessels’ manoeuvring booklets/diagrams,
- operation of helm, engines and bow thrusters to execute manoeuvres,
- theory and effects of interaction between ship, bottom, banks and other vessels and tugs,
- effects of wind and current,
- effects, limitations and use of tugs.
The course can be tailored to suit candidate needs or by adding specific requirements for ship models or port areas. The course can also be combined with Bridge Resource Management for pilots to suit specific requirements to refresh this element of pilot training. Upon successful completion, all candidates will be issued with a course completion certificate.
The port areas and vessel models can be utilised from our existing databases. If required by the Client, we have an in-house capability to develop port and vessel models to suit specific training needs.
Register for this course
If you’re interested in attending the Pilot Training course, our team will be happy to provide further details on dates, fees, and availability.
To begin your registration or to discuss your requirements, please get in touch with the Maritime Centre.