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Guidelines on the Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems(ECDIS) Course-(Operational and Management Levels)
Key Changes and Requirements
1. ECDIS Course Guidelines
The DGS has formulated guidelines for the conduct of the ECDIS course, with ID number 147, duration of 40 hours (5 days), and a maximum of 48 courses per calendar year.
- Course Duration: 40 hours (5 days)
- Course Frequency: Maximum 48 courses per calendar year
2. Eligible Training Institutes
Institutes meeting certain criteria can apply to conduct the ECDIS course. They must comply with requirements for classroom, faculty, equipment, and infrastructure.
- Eligible Institutes: Those conducting approved competency courses in nautical discipline, modular courses relating to navigational simulation, or ship-owning/management companies with RPS License.
- Application Fee: ₹1,50,000/- for deemed approval, with a valid receipt from DGS Training Branch treated as the approval date.
3. Course Requirements and Compliance
Institutes must comply with specific requirements for ECDIS workstations, simulation software, and assessment methods. They must also obtain ISO 9001-2008 certification within six months of course commencement.
- ECDIS Workstations: Minimum of 12 workstations, each with three monitors (ECDIS, Radar/ARPA, and steering/engine controls).
- Simulation Software: Type-approved ECDIS software with specific performance standards and manufacturer approval.
- Assessment Methods: In-built assessment systems in simulation software (optional).
- ISO Certification: Institutes must obtain ISO 9001-2008 certification within six months of course commencement.
All approved Maritime Training Institutes, Vice Chancellor of Indian Maritime University, Chennai, and other relevant departments must comply with these guidelines with immediate effect until further orders.
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