DP Induction Course OBJECTIVE After the course, the successful participants are able to: Define the principles of DP Recognize the component parts of a DP system Understand the relationship between vessel movement, position reference systems, sensors, computers, propulsion units and feedback Understand the concept of redundancy Understand the DP modes of control Describe the operation of environment sensors and common position reference systems Describe the operation of computers Describe propulsion units, types and configurations Understand power supply, redundancy and management Practice communication and watch handover procedures ENTRY REQUIREMENT Following the 2010 Manila amendments to the STCW Convention and Code, The Nautical Institute (the NI) has implemented the following criteria for entry into the DP Operators training scheme: The minimum qualification is set at STCW Regulation II/1 II/2 II/3 Deck, Regulation III/1 III /2 III/3 III/6 Engine and Regulation III/6 for ETOs Prospective Offshore DPOs on the new scheme who are in the process of training for an STCW certificate may complete, the Induction Course (Phase A), the 60 DP sea time days (Phase B) and the Simulator Course (Phase C). The remaining 60 DP sea time days (Phase D) and the subsequent suitability sign-off (Phase E) shall only be completed after they hold an appropriate STCW Certificate of Competency. NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS Maximum 8 TARGET AUDIENCIE STCW II/1 - II/2 - II/3 Deck and Regulation III/1 III /2 III/3 holders and prospective DPO`s, who are in the process of training for an STCW certificate. DURATION 4 days According to NI rules, the course must have a minimum of 28 hours so delays or absences during the course will not be accepted. CONTENT DP CONTROL STATION Define Dynamic Positioning and use of same Define main components in the DP system and role of same, including advantages and disadvantages in the use of the DP Discuss concept of mathematical model and consequence analysis. POWER GENERATION AND MANAGEMENT Describe the power generation and distribution arrangements in a typical hybrid diesel/ diesel-electric DP vessel, with particular reference to system redundancy as described in IMO MSC Circ. 645 and vessel FMEA Describe the functions of a power management system as installed on Class 2 and Class 3 DP vessels and explain the concept of available power and spinning reserve in worst case failure Describe the provision of uninterruptible power supply to the DP system PROPULSION UNITS Describe the types of propulsion systems commonly installed in DP equipped vessel
POSITION REFERENCE SYSTEMS Describe the operation, principles and limitations of position reference systems in general SENSORS (HEADING, MOTION, ENVIRONMENTAL AND EXTERNAL) Describe all sensor inputs, how they work, what they do and limitations Describe the use of external force reference systems such as hawser tension, plough cable tension and pipe tension monitoring. DP OPERATIONS Describe/explain the need for procedures, checklists and logbook entries, emergency and contingency planning. Describe the alarm messages provided on the DP system displays and on the DP printer, and recognize the alarms/warnings associated with loss of redundancy after worst case failure. Explain the use of worksite diagrams using Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM) coordinates, projections and datum List various providers of documentation and classification societies Describe the hazards associated with DP operations conducted in areas with very deep water, shallow water and/or strong tidal conditions PRACTICAL OPERATION OF A DP SYSTEM Demonstrate the correct procedure for setting up on DP, and maneuvering in the different modes TEACHING METHOD VISION MARINE NAUTICAL TRAINING CENTER Contact us +55 (21) 3277 9032 / 3328 5614 +55 (21) 96702 1408 training@visionmarine.com.br www.visionmarine.com.br Av. das Américas, 2480 bl 4 sala 219 Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro The new grey logbook is only issued to trainee DPOs that started their training after 1st January 2015. Trainee DPOs who have entered into the training scheme before this date or are repeating the Induction Course shall continue to use their existing logbooks. The training will be a combination of theoretical lessons and practical exercises. During the course, each participant will have his own operator station with DP software. CONFIRMATION The course coordination confirms the enrolment in writing, which is then considered binding. CANCELLATION POLICY 100% refundable with notice of 7 business days or more from the initial date. 50% refundable with notice of less than 07 business days from the initial date.
ASSESSMENT In order to be awarded a certificate of completion for the Induction course the trainee must pass an online assessment at the Training Centre. The exam is composed of multiple-choice questions and shall be completed in 1 hour and 15 minutes. Students who fail the first attempt are allowed to have another two attempts within six months of the first attempt; however, the second attempt must be undertaken within 24 hours of the first attempt. Failing these three initial attempts, the student is required to repeat the Induction course and undertake the assessment. On successful completion of the Induction course and online assessment, the trainee Dynamic Positioning Operator will be issued with a Nautical Institute Dynamic Positioning Operator s logbook in which his/her courses, DP sea time, task completion and Statement of Suitability as a DPO are recorded CERTIFICATE The DP Basic Operator course is the first phase of the Nautical Institute (NI) DP Operator Certification Scheme. The course participants will be issued with the NI Dynamic Positioning Operator s Log Book and a Certificate upon successful completion of the course. LANGUAGE The course documentation is written in English and the course will be held in English, unless otherwise agreed. SAFETY INFORMATION CARD EMERGENCY EVACUATION/FIRE ALARM In the event of a fire, you must make your way to the nearest Muster point and await instructions. WHEN YOU ARRIVE, TAKE TIME TO FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE FOLLOWING: Fire exits Nearest evacuation routes Assembly points Location of firefighting equipment WHEN THE ALARMS DO SOUND, IMMEDIATELY EVACUATE THE AREA BY THE NEAREST SAFE ROUTE, ENSURING THAT YOU: Do not use lifts. Do not stop collect your belongings. Once you have evacuated, proceed to the muster point. Do not leave the muster point and do not re-enter the building. Await for further Instructions. FIRST AID The Centre has a fully equipped first aid room situated in the reception. SMOKING Smoking is not allowed inside Vision Marine Nautical Training Center facilities. RECEPTION AND PREMISSION FOR ENTRANCE All visitor/students shall be arranged to the reception until permitted by superior to enter other area of the facility. EMERGENGY PLAN ACCREDITATION We re accredited by The Nautical Institute of London since 2009 to deliver DP Basic and Advanced courses. For more information, please visit http://www.nautinst.org/dp
OFFSHORE LIMITED/UNLIMITED DP CERTIFICATE FLOWCHART The components of the scheme are set out in the following flowchart. To obtain a DP Operator Certificate (Limited and Unlimited) the route outlined below must be followed. The old scheme route to obtain a DP Operator Certificate can be found on website on the DP Help Page. http://www.nautinst.org/dp Phase A: DP Induction Course + online examination Phase B: A minimum of 60 DP sea time days AND completion of task section on DP1, 2 or 3 vessels + Phase C: DP Simulator Course + examination Phase D: 60 DP sea time days on DP1, 2 or 3 vessels + Optional STR Course If completed, one week Sea Time Reduction Course is counted as 30 days DP sea time and will reduce 30 days of Phase D 30 DP sea time days on DP1, 2 or 3 vessels+ company confirmation letter Phase E: Statement of Suitability signed off by Master of last DP vessel Complete online DP application and send documents to the NI office NI assesses and verifies documents based on the criteria below: UNSUCCESSFUL: Candidate needs to obtain more DP sea time on board of a classed DP vessel as per NI requirements. LIMITED CERTIFICATE Upgrade from Limited to Unlimited DP Certificate: minimum of 60 DP sea time days on board certified class 2/3 DP vessel + Statement of Suitability signed by Master in the last vessel + company confirmation letter are required before submitting documents to the NI. 120 DP sea time days? Minimum of 60 DP sea time days on DP2/3 vessels? Last 30 DP sea time days on DP2/3 vessels? UNLIMITED CERTIFICATE
OFFSHORE UNCLASSED DP CERTIFICATE FLOWCHART The route that must be followed in order to obtain a DP Operator Certificate (restricted to Unclassed vessels): Phase A: DP Induction Course + online examination Phase B: A minimum of 60 DP sea time days AND completion of task section on board an Unclassed DP vessel + Phase C: DP Simulator Course + examination Phase D: A minimum of 60 DP sea time days on board an Unclassed DP vessel NICompletion of the STR Course is counted as 30 DP sea time days and will reduce 30 days in Phase D 30 DP sea time days on board an unclassed and/or certified classed vessel + company confirmation letter Phase E: Statement of Suitability signed off by Master of last DP vessel + Complete online DP application and send documents to the NI office Applicant must re-join the above process as instructed by the NI NI assesses and verifies documents. Everything ok? UNCLASSED CERTIFICATE letterto upgrade from an UNCLASSED RESTRICTED certificate to a LIMITED certificate see Route 1 in Appendix E. Converting the Unclassed Certificate to Limited or Unlimited certificate? To upgrade from an UNCLASSED RESTRICTED certificate to an UNLIMITED certificate see Route 1 in Appendix E.