Electronic Navigation Systems (Fishing)

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Duration 3 Weeks (full time) Certification Department of Transport Electronic Navigation Systems Certificate (Fishing) This course is eligible for grant aid.
Location National Fisheries College of Ireland (NFCI)
Castletownbere
Co. Cork

Or

National Fisheries College of Ireland (NFCI)
Greencastle
Co. Donegal

Fees €200

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Programme Overview Programme Overview

The aim of this programme is to familiarise the learner with the electronic navigation equipment fitted on modern vessels.  Learners will be introduced to the basic theoretical knowledge required to interpret data outputs from speed and distance instruments, depth recording instruments, satellite position fixing systems, electronic charting and shipboard RADAR.  Students will practice the use of this equipment in simulation exercises.


About this course

Programme information

Who is the Programme for

Persons working in the Fishing Industry who are undertaking a Second-Hand Full or Limited Certificate of Competency.

Next Programme Dates

To be scheduled.

Locations

National Fisheries College of Ireland (NFCI)
Castletownbere
Co. Cork
P75 EW24

Or

National Fisheries College of Ireland (NFCI)
Greencastle
Co. Donegal
F93 PX32

Duration

This is a three week (full time) programme.

Training Methodology

Classroom based and simulator practice.

Certification

Department of Transport Electronic Navigation Systems Certificate (Fishing).

Entry Requirements

Learner must have 15 months Qualifying Sea time and must be over 18 years of age.

Progression

Successful completion of this programme is one of the requirements for those who wish to obtain a Second-Hand Limited Certificate of Competency and Second-Hand Full Certificate of Competency.

Employment Opportunities

This programme forms part of the qualification for Second Hand Limited Skipper and Second-Hand Full Skipper.

Assessment

Continuous assessment, with final written & practical examinations.

Fees

€200

This course is eligible for grant aid.

 


Grant Aid

This course is eligible for grant aid.

Click here for details of the Seafood Training Scheme.

Click here to complete a Training Registration Form which can be used to register your interest both in the course and in the grant.


 

For more information contact

National Fisheries College of Ireland (Cork)

Castletownbere, Co Cork

National Fisheries College of Ireland (Donegal)

Greencastle, Co Donegal