Course Description
This course is required for all 2nd Mates upgrading
to Chief Mate/Master. It covers the practical and legal aspects of cargo operations. It satisfies the knowledge and understanding requirement for Cargo Operations as detailed in NMC Policy letter 04/02. Additionally, this course prepares prospective Chief Mates for their role in maintaining the vessel.
Course Subjects - Dry Cargo Operations
- Load Line Regulations
- Requirements for Cargo Gear
- Cargo Gear Stresses
- Maintenance of Cargo Gear and Hatchcovers
- Procedures for Receiving, Tallying and Delivering Cargo
- Care of Cargo During Transit
- Loading, Stowage and Discharge of Heavy Weights
- Methods and Safeguards when Fumigating Holds
- Dangerous Cargoes
- The IMO Grain Rules
- Containerized Cargoes
- Timber Deck Cargoes
Course Subjects - Tanker Operations
- Introduction to Tanker Operations
- Oil Tankers
- Chemical Tankers
- Liquefied Gas Tankers
- Introduction to Ship
Course Subjects - Construction/Maintenance
- Shipbuilding Materials
- Welding
- Bulkheads
- Watertight and Weathertight Doors
- Corrosion
- Marine Coatings
- Drydocking
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