NABP4004 Maritime Communication

Contents and structure

The course focuses on communication in the maritime domain, emphasizing regulations and tools that enhance communication skills, and encourages students to communicate in a clear and concise manner that is resistant to misunderstandings. The course is structured into two modules.

1. Maritime English Standard Vocabulary Maritime English focuses on building students’ knowledge of maritime terminology and phrases, as described in the IMO’s SMCP. The ability to use such phrases in internal and external communication with people from different language backgrounds is central.
2. General Operators Certificate (GOC) / GMDSS The second part of the course offers students extensive knowledge, experience, and competence in GMDSS and relevant equipment/components. Students participate in training that includes theory sessions, practical exercises, simulator training, and tests that together formally qualify them for the role of radio operator, as described in STCW and UTI regulations. The detailed requirements for this section of the course can be found here.

Learning Outcome

Learning Outcomes, Module 1:

Students have comprehensive knowledge of the English terms for various nautical and maritime concepts related to navigation, ship handling, engines, hydrometeorology, and international shipping.

Students are able to understand maritime publications written in English.

Students are able to communicate effectively in English, both during normal operations and in crisis situations.

Learning Outcomes, Module 2:

Students should have thorough knowledge of radio equipment and how to operate it.

Students should be able to use all GOC/GMDSS equipment in practice and function as radio operator on various vessels.

This module provides the basis for students to apply for a GOC certificate and covers the relevant requirements in STCW 78 as amended, tables A-II/1, A-II/2, and A-IV/2.

Entry requirements

Min 70 ECTS completed within the study program

Recommended previous knowledge

None.

Teaching methods

Lectures, individual work and group work, practical exercises, table-top simulations, simulator exercises, and radio lab training.

Compulsory learning activities

There are five mandatory learning activities in the course.

Learning activity 1 (related to Module 1, Maritime English):

A written assignment. Details will be provided at the start of the semester. When approved, Learning activity 1 is valid for two semesters.

Learning activity 2 (related to Module 2, GOC):

Attend all mandatory classes in GOC/GMDSS.

Learning activity 3 (related to Module 2, GOC):

Complete three SAR exercises. The SAR exercises must be approved to complete learning activities 4 and 5.

Learning activity 4 (related to Module 2, GOC):

Theoretical passing test (Exam from Telenor). Learning activity 4 must be approved before the student can take Learning activity 5.

IMPORTANT: The student has a maximum of two attempts to complete learning activity 4 (theoretical passing test).

Learning activity 5 (related to Module 2, GOC):

Practical passing test (Exam from Telenor).

IMPORTANT: The student has a maximum of one (1) attempt to complete learning activity 4 (practical passing test).

Individually, learning activities 2-5 are only valid in the current semester. When learning activities 2-5 are approved, this grants GOC certification. If a student registers but does not complete learning activities 1-4 without a valid reason, the university will not cover the costs for a new course.

The learning activities will be assessed as approved/not approved.

Examination support material

none

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Course reductions

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