Harbour Master

Harbour Master Certificate. PP

STCW A II/3 · DGMM

The Harbour Master qualification entitles you to plan and direct coastal passages safely, as well as to keep watches and have full control of the vessel.
You will be able to act as skipper of vessels of no more than 100 GT gross tonnage, up to 3 miles offshore, carrying a maximum of 150 passengers.

As well as skipper, you will also be able to act simultaneously as chief engineer on vessels with suitable automation and a power output not exceeding 375 kW on a single engine, or double that on two or more engines.

Approved centre.

This qualification is approved by the Directorate General of the Merchant Navy and endorsed by the International Maritime Organization.  To obtain it, you must complete the course at an approved centre such as ours, Academia Náutica Alborán , where we teach the Harbour Master course in accordance with the STCW/10 Training Convention.

In-person course

To obtain your Harbour Master course, both the theory and the practical parts are held in person, and attendance is absolutely COMPULSORY.  At Academia Náutica Alborán we know how hard it can be for our students to fit a course into their schedule. That is why we create groups with similar availability to adapt to your needs.

150 Hours

110 Hours of theory

40 Hours of practical training

Renewable after 5 years

Syllabus

  • Coastal navigation
  • Rules for watchkeeping at sea.
  • Meteorology and oceanography.
  • Clearance and crewing.
  • Navigation incidents and accidents.
  • Ship handling and steering.
  • Vessel characteristics and dimensions.
  • Cargo loading/unloading and stowage equipment.
  • Holds.
  • Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (SMSSM)
  • Search and rescue (IAMSAR)
  • International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs)
  • List item
  • Passenger and crew control in emergency situations.
  • Fire prevention and firefighting.
  • Abandoning ship and survival equipment.
  • Environmental protection.
  • Prevention of occupational hazards on board.
  • Maritime health
  • Standard Marine Communication Phrases in English.
  • Engines

Need more information?

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