Overview:
This course is designed to give seafarers responsible for the safe control and management of high voltage power systems the essential education and training in high voltage installations to meet the knowledge, understanding and proficiency requirements set out in STCW Table A-III/2 and A-III/6.
It covers electrical, electronic and control engineering at the management level. By the end of the course, seafarers will manage high voltage installations, troubleshoot and restore electrical equipment to operating condition.
Prerequisites:
Candidates must have either:
- Prior electrical or electro-technical experience in a shipboard environment; or
- Have completed 12 months sea time as EOOW; or
- Part of an initial electro-technical training programme.
Duration:
This is usually a 5-day course consisting of a blend of classroom and practical training.