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Sea Time requirement for deck cadets undertaking training on Trading Cadet Training Ship (TCTS). Obsolete (Included in TEAP part A and B)
Applicable to:
Deck cadets undertaking training on Trading Cadet Training Ship (TCTS)
Effective Date:
2008-05-19
Superseded Circulars:
Included in TEAP part A and B
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Sea Time Requirements
This MS Notice outlines sea time requirements for deck cadets training on Indian flag TCTS for 2nd Mate Certificate of Competency.
- Actual Sea Service: Minimum 12 months, including 6 months on a normal trading ship.
- TCTS Service: Maximum 9 months (equivalent to 6 months actual service), counted 1.5 times.
2. TCTS Conditions
TCTS must have:
- Minimum 10, Maximum 20 cadets
- Dedicated training officer with Master (FG) CoC
- Approved training programme by Director General of Shipping
II/4 Training on TCTS counts 1.5 times actual service, up to 9 months.
Important Note
Minimum 6 months actual service on a normal trading ship is required.
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