Course description
The course covers practical aspects of maneuvering large passenger ships with twin-screw propulsion, including braking techniques, turning, mooring, and responses to environmental conditions.
Training hours
4 h
Lecture
20 h
Simulator
Training goal
The training aims to master:
- stopping maneuvers
- transverse movement (crabbing) and propeller rotation effects
- turning techniques using different steering configurations
- impact of bow thrusters on maneuverability
- mooring/unmooring procedures in various conditions
- ship behavior under current, wind, and squat effects
Requirements
No prerequisites — the course is open to all interested individuals.
Certificate
Certificate issued by the training center, valid indefinitely.
