DP Vessel Maintainer Course

LEARNING OUTCOMES After the course, the successful participant is able to: Understand the theory and practical operation of DP Systems Understand the component parts of the DP and associated systems to include equipment limitations and effects of failures Understand the effects of the incorrect operation of systems Fault find within the DP System and its base components Understand FMEAs and the philosophy of system redundancy Understand work which can be undertaken with or without assistance from equipment manufacturers, when to stop work on equipment before affection DP operations and redundancy Understand Marine Technology Society’s (MTS) vessel design philosophy and fundamentals TARGET GROUP Engineers, ETO’s, and other non-deck department, technical personnel serving on board DP-equipped vessels that would like to start the NI Training and Certification Scheme for Key Technical DP Personnel. LEARNING PROCESS The training will be a combination of theoretical lessons, demonstrations and simulation exercises.  DURATION 34 hours (5 days) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS The minimum qualification is set at STCW Regulation III/1 - III/2 - III/3 – III/6 Engine and Regulation III/6 ETOs. The training center theory part and NI exam may also be attended by relevant shore-based technical staff, DPO, and technical Cadets to improve their knowledge. They will issue a certificate of completion (Theory only). SPECIAL INFORMATION The DP Vessel Maintainer Course is the first phase of the NI Training and Certification Scheme for Key Technical DP Personnel. The course does not replace OEM Specific Maintenance and Technical Training.