Wheelhouse Weekly, May 24, 2022

Volume 28… Number 21, May 24, 2022

STORIES COVERED

In This Issue:

• National Maritime Day Commemoration and Presidential Proclamation
• World War II Merchant Mariners Receive Congressional Gold Medal
• National Maritime Center Warns of Credential Application Surge
• Mandatory Internet Access Included in Updates to the Maritime Labor Convention
• MM&P Captain Reunites With Vietnamese Refugees He Rescued After Fall of Saigon

Plus:

• MITAGS Begins Search for New Director

Job Opportunities:

• Offshore Jobs Available!
• Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Seeks Marine Operations Manager

Mark Your Calendar:

• MM&P Holiday Closing Schedule

And:

• Covid-19 Vaccination Required for All MITAGS Students; MITAGS Requires Negative Test for Unvaccinated Students Who Have Received Exemptions
• MITAGS East Academic Notes
• MITAGS West Academic Notes

NATIONAL MARITIME DAY COMMEMORATION AND PRESIDENTIAL PROCLAMATION

National Maritime Day, a celebration of the contributions of merchant mariners to America’s national defense, homeland security and economy, takes place on May 22 of every year.

The date was chosen by Congress to commemorate the first transatlantic steamship voyage, which was completed by the SS SAVANNAH in 1819.

This year, the Maritime Administration observed National Maritime Day with a series of virtual panels instead of a formal ceremony.

An online observance honoring the men and women of the U.S. Merchant Marine and the maritime industry took place today.

Previous panels in the 2022 series focused on fostering a shipboard culture that promotes fair and dignified treatment for all on board, maritime decarbonization and initiatives to support the mariner workforce.

President Joe Biden issued the traditional White House Maritime Day Proclamation. It read in part:

“Our Merchant Marine is inextricably linked to our national and economic security and competitiveness.”

“Merchant mariners’ legacy of perseverance and dedication is carried on by today’s civilian mariners.”

“As tyranny and violence again cause the tragic loss of innocent lives and senseless destruction in Europe, our merchant mariners have answered the call of duty by crewing vessels of our United States Ready Reserve, moving vital military cargo to help the Ukrainian people in their defense of freedom.”

“We also salute the remarkable efforts of our entire maritime industry throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.”

“They put the well-being of the American people first, risking their lives to ensure that essential cargoes of medical supplies and personal protective equipment were delivered to those in need across our Nation.”

“As we continue to build a better America, our Merchant Marine plays a pivotal role in securing our coastal and inland waterways so that they are open to trade.”

“No matter the hardship, mariners provide a smooth passage for America’s critical domestic goods and serve as stewards of our Nation’s trading gateways with the rest of the world.”

“My Administration continues its unwavering support of the United States Merchant Marine, as well as the Jones Act, which protects the integrity of our domestic maritime industry, supports hundreds of thousands of jobs, and contributes over $150 billion in economic benefits.”

“We also know that the future success of the vital maritime industry depends on its ability to attract the talent of all Americans and reflect the diversity of the Nation it serves.”

“That is why we are resolved to continue the urgent work of advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the ranks of the Merchant Marine and to end sexual assault, sexual harassment, and bullying in the workplace.”

“Our Nation’s merchant mariners serve with honor and integrity each and every day.”

“Today, we recognize their service and sacrifice and recommit ourselves to fulfilling the promises and uplifting the values that they continue to protect.”
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WORLD WAR II MERCHANT MARINERS RECEIVE CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL

American merchant mariners who served during World War II were awarded the Congressional gold medal during a ceremony that took place on May 18 in the U.S. Capitol’s Statuary Hall.

Ten veterans attended the ceremony, where they received the award on behalf of all U.S. World War II merchant mariners.

Merchant mariners risked their lives during the war to provide crucial services, transporting soldiers, tanks, airplanes, ammunition, fuel, and food rations to the front lines.

The American Merchant Marine suffered the highest casualty rate of any branch of the U.S. military during World War II.

“The bravery demonstrated by U.S. merchant mariners to keep Allied Forces supplied during World War II is second to none,” said Dru DiMattia, president of the American Merchant Marine Veterans.

“In the face of targeted attacks by German submarines and U-boats, the unarmed Merchant Mariners met the moment with resilience and courage, and serve as an inspiration for all of American Maritime.”

In the House of Representatives, Congressman John Garamendi (D-Calif.) led the effort to award World War II merchant marine veterans the Congressional gold medal.

He was joined by cosponsors Reps. Don Young (R-Alaska) and Susan Brooks (R-Ind.).

Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) introduced companion legislation in the Senate, along with original cosponsors Sens. Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Angus King (I-Maine) and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.).

“This gold medal is a symbol of our nation’s deep gratitude for the valor and sacrifice of the World War II merchant mariners, and American merchant mariners throughout history,” Garamendi said.

“They do the dangerous and difficult job of transporting and equipping our military around the world.”

“While there are many current threats facing our nation, I take pride in knowing our merchant mariners stand ready to support and defend our homeland and inspire future generations of mariners to do the same.”

It took until 1988 for World War II mariners to be legally recognized as veterans.

They were granted healthcare rights at Veterans Affairs’ hospitals as well as burial flags, but because they weren’t eligible for the original benefits under the G.I. Bill, they did not receive college tuition subsidies, home loan guarantees or pensions.

The gold medal will be placed on display in the American Merchant Marine Museum at the Academy in Kings Point, NY.

WWII mariners will receive duplicates which will also be made available to the public.
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NATIONAL MARITIME CENTER WARNS OF CREDENTIAL APPLICATION SURGE

The National Maritime Center reports it is experiencing a surge in applications for Merchant Mariner Credentials.

“NMC staff are taking prompt action to process these applications, along with any previously pending applications, as quickly as possible,” the agency said.

“As we continue to strive to meet our customers’ needs, we again highly recommend mariners take the following steps to avoid processing delays.”

— Apply at least 90 days in advance. Remember, for renewals you can apply up to eight months early with no change between your expiration and renewal dates.

— Use the RECs and Monitoring Units to review your application before submission. They are available for appointments in person or over the phone.

— Use the tools and resources on the NMC website, including the application acceptance checklist and evaluator checklists.

Remember that for general questions, you can contact the NMC Customer Service Center by e-mailing IASKNMC@uscg.mil, calling 1-888-IASKNMC (427-5662), or using the Live Chat feature on the NMC Home Page.

Additionally, mariners can request expedited mailing of their MMC or Medical Certificate, which includes the ability to track the package.

Complete instructions of the expedited mailing process are provided on the NMC website.

For information on how to avoid application delays, see the National Maritime Center Announcements on the NMC Home Page.
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MANDATORY INTERNET ACCESS INCLUDED IN UPDATES TO THE MARITIME LABOR CONVENTION

The right to internet access has been included in the most recent round of updates to the Maritime Labor Convention.

The updates were agreed by the MLC 2006 Special Tripartite Committee, which includes representatives of seafarers, employers and governments.

“Working for long periods at sea can be isolating, and a lack of contact with the outside world can have profound implications for seafarers’ wellbeing—which we saw the worst effects of during Covid,” said Mark Dickinson, vice chair of the International Transport Workers’ Federation Seafarers’ Section.

“That’s why we fought so hard for seafarers to be given internet access and to have a mandatory provision in the MLC.”

Shipowners as a group opposed the change, insisting that they should be able to limit access and have the ability to charge for connectivity.

Seafarers’ groups worked to ensure that any charges be allowable only on an exceptional basis—not as a matter of routine—and must be of a reasonable amount.

In the course of the meetings, which took place earlier this month, a group of European Union governments sought to ensure a clear commitment to the maximum period of service of 11 months that seafarers can serve before shipowners are required to repatriate them.

Shipowners and some governments opposed this change, insisting instead on a 12-month requirement.

“It is hard to believe that in 2022 we have to argue that 12 months of service is too long,” said ITF General Secretary Stephen Cotton.

“Shipowners say it is freedom of choice for seafarers, but they have all the power, so it actually amounts to forced labor.”

The Special Tripartite Committee agreed a resolution to continue its work to eradicate sexual harassment at sea.

Another update is the requirement that personal protective equipment be made available in sizes that suit all seafarers onboard, including women.

In his closing remarks, Dickinson criticized shipowners for focusing more on technical changes than on working to improve conditions for the world’s seafarers.

“They have lost sight of the original tripartite vision of the MLC to enhance the minimum standards for seafarers,” he said.

“Unless this changes path, it will have profound consequences on the future of the shipping industry.”
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MM&P CAPTAIN REUNITES WITH VIETNAMESE REFUGEES HE RESCUED AFTER FALL OF SAIGON

Georg Pedersen was chief mate aboard the containership GATEWAY CITY in the spring of 1975.

It was just after “Black Sunday,” the day the North Vietnamese Army took over Saigon, forcing the United States to abandon its embassy and evacuate more than 7,000 U.S. citizens and Vietnamese allies by helicopter.

According to the United Nations High Commission for Refugees, between 200,000 and 400,000 people died at sea while trying to escape.

Fifty-one who fled in a small fishing boat had been on the water for days and had run out of supplies when the GATEWAY CITY came into view.

“I don’t know how much time they had left, but they didn’t have much, I’m sure of that,” Pedersen told NBC’s Vicky Nguyen.

“What you have to realize is that when you’re out on the open sea, we’re all brothers and sisters.”

“If someone needs help, you give them help.”

Nguyen’s report on Pedersen’s reunion with some of the people he rescued was broadcast by NBC in two parts on May 23.
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MITAGS BEGINS SEARCH FOR NEW DIRECTOR

MITAGS is seeking a director for its maritime training centers, which are among the world’s leading providers of maritime ship simulation training and operational research.

The director will be responsible for daily administration and operation, budget and quality control, and the supervision of instructors, academic staff, and department chairs.

The director will act as primary MITAGS representative to regulatory bodies and outside stakeholders—including the USCG, MARAD, SOCP, and MM&P—and assist the business development and sales team in the solicitation, analysis, pricing and writing of contracts.

The ideal candidate will hold an advanced degree in business or management, education or instructional design and have at least four years’ management-level experience in an academic and/or financial management environment.

First-hand knowledge of the maritime industry is required.

Desired experience includes curriculum development, classroom delivery, personnel development, and experience as chief mate or master, or the military equivalent.

The director will be based at MITAGS East in Linthicum Heights, Md., and will have the support of an assistant director based at MITAGS West in Seattle.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Generous employee benefit package including health care for employee and legal dependents with a zero-payroll premium deduction.

Employer contribution to an Individual Retirement Account Plan. Employee contribution 401K options are also available.

Generous paid time off including vacation, sick leave, personal leave and holidays.

For consideration, please submit a cover letter with your resume to the MITAGS-Maritime Conference Center Human Resources Manager Jane Sibiski, jsibiski@mitags.org.
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OFFSHORE JOBS AVAILABLE!

MARAD ROS jobs available, no training required. Chief Mate 120 days in San Francisco; 3M 180 days in Beaumont, PRO card and Early Return from vacation for both. Start is immediate. Other ROS jobs available too! Inquire at any Offshore hiring hall.

Fully MSC trained LDO’s, all levels, needed for the Watson Class fleet. Jobs available today!

Urgent need for Second Mate for SLNC PAX. Tankerman PIC or ASSIST, MSC Courses required. Job open nationwide and for early return from vacation.

Tanker Chief Mates needed with and without MSC Classes or Security Clearance.

If you are interested, please contact Jeremy Hope, VP Gulf Ports and Gov’t Contracts, at jhope@bridgedeck.org.

Chesapeake Crewing has opportunities available for First Assistant Engineers. If you are interested, please contact Tom Larkin, VP Atlantic Ports, at TLarkin@bridgedeck.org.

Any Member or Applicant who already has a valid security clearance and is interested in taking the MSC courses required for Patriot Watson Class and Chesapeake Crewing vessels but does not have training eligibility to take the courses, please email Jeremy Hope, VP of Gulf Ports and Gov’t Contracts, at jhope@bridgedeck.org with the words “MSC Training” in the subject line.
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LAMONT-DOHERTY EARTH OBSERVATORY SEEKS MARINE OPERATIONS MANAGER

The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University is seeking a marine operations manager to be responsible for the personnel and the operation, maintenance, and safety of Columbia University’s research vessel, the RV MARCUS G. LANGSETH.

Qualifications for the position are posted at https://academic.careers.columbia.edu/#/80810

The Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory seeks fundamental knowledge of the origin, evolution, and future of the natural world.

LDEO scientists study the planet from its deepest interior to the outer reaches of the atmosphere, on every continent and in every ocean, providing a rational basis for the difficult choices facing humanity.

The LDEO is the scientific research heart of the Columbia Climate School, which was founded in 2020 to develop and inspire knowledge-based solutions and educate future leaders for just and prosperous societies on a healthy planet.

The contact for the marine operations manager position is Sean Higgins, sean@ldeo.columbia.edu or 845-365-8528.
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MM&P HOLIDAY CLOSING SCHEDULE

All MM&P union halls, the MM&P Plan Office, the MM&P Federal Credit Union and MM&P headquarters will be closed on Monday, May 30, for Memorial Day.
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COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIRED FOR ALL MITAGS STUDENTS; MITAGS REQUIRES NEGATIVE TEST FOR UNVACCINATED STUDENTS WHO HAVE RECEIVED EXEMPTIONS

Full COVID vaccination is mandatory for everyone attending training on campus at MITAGS East and MITAGS West.

In addition, for unvaccinated participants who have received exemptions only, MITAGS requires a negative PCR test within 72 hours of attendance and to be masked at all times while on campus unless drinking, eating, or speaking.

Contact MITAGS for information about exemptions.

Scans, photocopies, or electronic images of your Covid-19 vaccination cards (records) or certification by a medical provider are acceptable.

Additionally, face masks are required at MITAGS West, regardless of vaccination status.

We appreciate your cooperation during these very trying times.
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MITAGS ACADEMIC NOTES

For registration contact our Admissions Department: 866.656.5568 or admissions@mitags.org

\\Classes are 5-day unless otherwise noted\\

Class dates followed by an * are full
AB – Able Seaman (5-Day) – 8/15/22
AIS-1 – Automatic Identifications Systems Orientation (1-Day): Not currently scheduled

ARPA-OIC (4-Day) – Automated Radar Plotting Aids: 9/27/22, 11/1/22

AZIPOD (2-Day) –9/12/22

BRM – Bridge Resource Management (5-Day): Not currently scheduled

BRMP –Bridge Resource Management for Pilots (2-Day): 9/20/22, 11/14/22

Online: Not currently scheduled

BRMP-EMR –Bridge Resource Management for Pilots with Emergency Shiphandling – (Now also included in BRMP-Refresher) (3-Day):, 9/14/22

BRMP-Refresher (Now including Emergency Shiphandling for Pilots) (3-Day) – Not currently scheduled

BT – Basic Safety Training (5-Day): 9/12/22

BT-Revalidation (2-day) (Must have 1 year of sea service in last 5 years) – 6/8/22, 9/26/22, 10/17/22, 11/14/22, 12/19/22

BT-Refresher (3-day) – 06/08/22, 9/26/22, 11/14/22, 12/19/22

CHS-OIC – Cargo Handling Basic (5-Day): 9/26/22

[CMM – Chief Mate and Master Courses]

ADVSTB-CMM – Advanced Stability (5-Day): 6/27/22, 8/15/22, 10/24/22, 12/19/22

ADVWX-CMM – Advanced Meteorology (5-Day): 6/20/22, 8/22/22, 10/17/22, 12/12/22

CHS-CMM – Advanced Cargo Operations (10 Days): 10/31/22

CM-OPS 1 – Chief Mate Operations – Week 1 (5-Day): 7/11/22, 12/5/22

CM-OPS 2 Maersk – Chief Mate Operations II Maersk Specific (5-Day): 7/18/22, 12/12/22

CM-OPS 2 APL – Chief Mate Operations II APL Specific – Not currently scheduled

ECDIS – Electronic Chart Display Information Systems (5-Day): 8/1/22, 10/10/22

LMS – Leadership and Managerial Skills (Management Level – Formerly MCL-CMM) (5-Day): 8/8/22, 11/14/22

MPP-CMM – Marine Propulsion Plants (5-Day): 9/19/22

(DCS-1 available on request – contact Admissions)

SEC-APPS – Practical Defense Tactics: Not Currently Scheduled

SHMGT-CMM- Ship Management (5-Day): 9/26/22

SHS-ADV-I-CMM – Advanced Shiphandling (week 1) (5-Day): 6/6/22*, 7/25/22, 8/8/22, 9/19/22, 10/3/22, 10/17/22, 11/7/22, 12/5/22

SHS-ADV-II-CMM – Advanced Shiphandling (week 2) (5-Day): 6/13/22*, 8/1/22, 8/15/22, 9/26/22, 10/10/22, 10/24/22, 11/14/22, 12/12/22

**SHS-ADV-I & II are now approved to include SAR-CMM assessments at MITAGS**

VPEN-CMM – Voyage Planning & Electronic Navigation (5-Day): 10/3/22

WKP-CMM – Advanced Watchkeeping (5-Day): Fall date coming soon!

WX-HW-ATL – Heavy Weather Avoidance Routing: Atlantic Ocean (2-day) – 6/15/22

WX-HW-IND – Heavy Weather Avoidance Routing: Indian Ocean (2-day) – Not Currently Scheduled

WX-HW-PAC – Heavy Weather Avoidance Routing: Pacific Ocean (2-day) – 6/13/22

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CIW-DPA/IA – Continual Improvement Workshop: Designated Person Ashore & Internal Auditor (3-Day) ** This course is NOT covered by the MATES Program **

Online: Not currently scheduled

CIW-SMS – Continual Improvement Workshop: Successful Safety Management (2-Day) – Online: Not Currently Scheduled

CNAV-OIC (15-Day) – Celestial Navigation: 8/15/22, 10/31/22

CRISIS-COMMS – Crisis Communications (1-Day): Not currently scheduled

CRSMGT – Crisis Management and Human Behavior (1-Day) – Not Currently Scheduled

CDMGT – Crowd Management (1-Day) – Not Currently Scheduled

CSE – Confined Space Entry (3-Day): Not Currently Scheduled

CSE-AWR – Confined Space Entry Awareness (2-Day): Not currently scheduled

CY-MAR – Cyber-Skilled Mariner (5-Day) **NOT covered by the MATES Program ** – Not currently scheduled

Cyber-MAR-ONL – Cyber Skilled Mariner, Management of Information & Systems Security (Online Seminar) **NOT covered by the MATES Program ** – Not Currently Scheduled

DDE – Great Lakes (20-Day): Not Currently Scheduled

ECDIS for Pilots (2-Day) – 11/16/22

ERM – Engine Resource Management (5-Day): 8/1/22, 11/28/22

ADV-FF – Advanced Fire-Fighting (4-day) – Not currently scheduled

FF-BADV – Fire Fighting Combined Basic & Advanced (5-Day): 9/12/22

FF-ADV-Rev (1-day) (Must have 1 year of sea service in last 5 years) – Advanced Fire Fighting Revalidation: 6/7/22, 9/28/22, 10/19/22, 11/16/22, 12/21/22

FF-ADV-REF (2-day) – Advanced Fire Fighting Refresher: 9/29/22, 11/17/22, 12/17/22

FSM – Fatigue, Sleep, & Medications (1-Day): 9/20/22

Online: Not currently scheduled

GL-Pilot – Great Lakes Pilotage Familiarization (2-Day): Not Currently Scheduled

GMDSS – Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (10-Day): 8/15/22

HAZ – Hazardous Materials (5 day): 9/12/22, 12/12/22

IEN – Integrated Electronic Navigation (3-Day) – Not currently scheduled

LAP – License Advancement Program for Mate to Master (20-Day): 7/11/22, 10/17/22

LAP-Great Lakes – License Advancement Program – Great Lakes (15-Day): Not Currently Scheduled

LAP-ORG3rd – License Advancement Program for Original 3rd Mate, Oceans, Any Gross

Ton License (15-Day): 6/6/22

LEG – Legal Aspects of Pilotage (1-Day): 9/21/22, 11/14/22

LNG-TPIC (10-Day) – Not currently scheduled

LTS –Leadership and Teamworking Skills (Formerly MCL-OIC) (1-Day): 9/26/22

MEECE – Management of Electrical and Electronic Control Equipment (Assessments not included): 7/25/22, 12/5/22

MED-PIC – Medical Person in Charge (10-Day): 7/11/22*, 10/3/22, 12/5/22

MED-PIC-REF– Medical Person in Charge Refresher: 8/1/22, 11/28/22

MED-PRO – Medical Care Provider: 7/11/22*, 10/3/22

MED-DOT-DA – Dept. of Transportation Drug & Alcohol Testing (1-Day): 6/6/22*, 7/16/22, 08/06/22, 9/26/22, 10/8/22, 10/17/22, 11/17/22, 12/10/2022, 12/23/22

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[MSC – Military Sealift Command Courses]

MSC-CBRD-1 – Military Sealift Command Chemical, Biological, Radiological Defense Orientation (Basic) (1-Day): 6/21/22, 8/4/22, 9/14/22, 11/5/22

MSC-DC – Military Sealift Command Damage Control (2-day):, 6/20/22, 8/5/22, 9/16/22, 11/4/22

MSC-ENVPRO (1-Day) – 6/10/22, 11/3/22

MSC-FF-HELO (2-Day) – 6/8/22, 9/14/22

MSC-SMA – Military Sealift Command Small Arms Qualifications (4-Day): 6/13/22, 7/18/22, 8/8/22, 9/19/22, 11/7/22

MSC-Security Watch Basic (1-Day/ 8-hour) –6/11/22, 8/6/22, 9/17/22, 11/4/22

MSC-Security Watch Advanced (1-Day) –6/12/22, 7/17/22, 8/7/22, 9/18/22, 11/6/22

MSC-Ship’s Reaction Force (3-Day) –6/17/22, 7/22/22, 8/12/22, 9/23/22, 11/11/22

NDMS-ENAV – Navigational Decision Making Series – Best Practice in eNav (3-Day) – Not currently scheduled

NSAP-MMP – Navigational Skills Assessment Program-MM&P (2-Day) –6/27/22*, 6/29/22*, 7/18/22, 8/29/22, 8/31/22

PSC – Personal Survival Craft (5-Day) – Contact Admissions

PSC-REF – Personal Survival Craft Refresher (2-Day) – 10/3/22

RFPNW – Ratings Forming Part of a Navigational Watch (3-day) – Not currently scheduled

ROR-1 – Radar Observer Renewal (1-Day): Not Currently Scheduled

ROR-1N – Radar Observer Renewal Evening Classes (1-Night): 9/20/22, 9/28/22

ROU-OIC – Radar Observer Program – Unlimited: 8/29/22

SAR – Search & Rescue – (Now with OIC and CMM assessments) (3-Day): 9/7/22

SHS-BAS-OIC – Basic Shiphandling: 9/12/22, 12/5/22

SHS-EMR5 – Emergency Shiphandling (5 Day) – 6/20/22, 8/22/22, 11/28/22

STB-OIC – Ship Construction and Basic Stability: 8/8/22

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TCNAV/CO – Terrestrial Navigation and Compasses (15-Day): 7/18/22

TPIC – Tankerman Person in Charge: 7/11/22

TRAC-TUG-2 (2-Day): 11/16/22

TTT – ** This course is NOT covered by the MATES Program ** — Not Currently Scheduled

VPDSD – Vessel Personnel with Designated Security Duties (1-Day): Not Currently Scheduled

VSO – Vessel Security Officer (3-Day): 6/22/22, 9/7/22

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WKP-OIC – Watchkeeping (Operational Level) (10-Day): 10/17/22

WX-OIC –Meteorology (Operational Level): 9/19/22
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MITAGS WEST ACADEMIC NOTES

2022 Spring/Summer/Fall

Schedule of Courses – Please also see our schedule and enroll online at www.mitags.org

For registration contact our admissions department: 866.656.5568 or admissions@mitags.org

June 2022
1st Advanced Firefighting Revalidation

2-3 Basic Training Revalidation

6-10 Basic Training

6-10 Tankerman Person-In-Charge

23rd Advanced Firefighting Revalidation

24-25 Basic Training Revalidation

July 2022

5-8 Advanced Firefighting

11-15 Advanced Stability

11-29 Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation

18-22 Advanced Meteorology

25-29 Advanced Shiphandling I

August 2022

1-5 Radar Observer Unlimited

1-5 Medical Care Provider

1-5 Advanced Shiphandling II

8-12 Ship Construction & Basic Stability

15-19 Basic Cargo Handling & Stowage

22-26 Radar Observer Unlimited

29-2 Basic Meteorology

September 2022

6-8 Security Officer – Vessel, Company & Facility

9th Flashing Light

12-23 Watchkeeping (Operational Level)

26-30 Basic Shiphandling

October 2022

3-7 ECDIS

10-14 Advanced Stability

10-28 Celestial Navigation

17-21 Advanced Shiphandling I

24-28 Advanced Shiphandling II

31-4 Advanced Meteorology

November 2022

1-4 ARPA

7-10 Advanced Firefighting

7-11 Leadership & Managerial Skills

14-16 Search & Rescue

17th Leadership & Teamworking Skills

28-9 GMDSS

December 2022

12-16 Tankerman Person-In-Charge
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