Conduct of maritime courses using Virtual classes / Live Video sessions

1. Course Conduct

MTIs can conduct theory/lecture part of maritime competency courses using Virtual Classes/Live Video Sessions (VC/LVS) subject to compliance with given conditions.

• Conditions: Approval only for Theory/Lecture part, existing batch priority, completion before new batches, no unauthorized students, no pre-recorded lectures, lost time treated as holidays.

2. VC/LVS Requirements

MTIs must ensure VC/LVS are suitable, provide learning outcomes, tutorial support, safety instructions, and common information formats.

• Digital Infrastructure: Secure systems, technical support, unique class ID/password, record and maintain videos, compile and maintain admin logs.
• Quality Systems: Automate records, maintain digital records, formulate policies, maintain faculty/student hours, verify documents, and collect fees digitally.
• Feedback & Grievance: Provide digital feedback mechanism, follow existing grievance redressal procedures.
• Training & Familiarization: Conduct faculty training, student familiarization, and maintain digital records.
• Admission Procedure: Follow existing procedures, use digital methods for verification, registration, and fee collection.
• Course Conduct: Design content for digital medium, send class link to Directorate, conduct only Theory/Lecture part, extend course duration if needed, limit daily teaching hours, consider students' access issues.

3. Compliance & Penalties

MTIs must submit a declaration before starting VC/LVS, comply with requirements, and face strict disciplinary action for non-compliance or misrepresentation.