- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
Students will learn about orderly abandonment of a vessel in an emergency situation. They will learn the procedures to clear the vessel; proper and effective use of equipment; and how to coordinate survival activities during rescue operations. This course meets the requirements of Table A-VI/2-1 of the STCW Convention Specification, which specifies the minimum standard of competence in survival craft and rescue boats other than fast rescue boats.
Prerequisite(s)
- Minimum of 16 years of age and must hold a valid MED A1, MED A2, or STCW Basic Safety training certificate.
Credits
2.0
Domestic fees
$1,404.62 - $1,405.62 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe the construction and outfit of survival craft and rescue boats, and individual items of their equipment.
- Explain particular characteristics and facilities of survival craft and rescue boats.
- Describe the various types of devices used for launching survival craft and rescue boats.
- Describe methods of launching survival craft into a rough sea.
- Describe methods of recovering survival craft.
- Demonstrate the actions to be taken after leaving the ship.
- Demonstrate methods of launching and recovering rescue boats in a rough sea.
- Explain how to handle survival craft in rough weather.
- Demonstrate the use of painter, sea anchor, and all other equipment.
- Describe the apportionment of food and water in survival craft.
- Explain the action taken to maximize detectability and location of survival craft.
- Demonstrate the method of helicopter rescue.
- Demonstrate the effects of hypothermia and its prevention, and the use of protective covers and garments, including immersion suits and thermal protective aids.
- Use rescue boats and motor lifeboats for marshalling life rafts and rescue of survivors, and persons in the sea.
- Explain how to beach a survival craft.
- Demonstrate the methods of starting and operating a survival craft engine, and its accessories, together with the use of the fire extinguisher provided.
- Describe radio lifesaving appliances carried in survival craft, including satellite EPIRBs and SARTs.
- Demonstrate pyrotechnic distress signals.
- Demonstrate the use of first-aid and resuscitation techniques.
- Explain the management of injured persons, including control of bleeding and shock.
Effective as of Fall 2024
Related Programs
STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft (MEDI 1810) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Transportation
- Bridge Watch Rating
Associate Certificate Full-time
- Marine Engineering
Diploma Full-time
- Nautical Sciences
Diploma Full-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2024
Below are two offerings of MEDI 1810 for the Fall 2024 term.
CRN 51256
Dates
Mon Nov 25 - Fri Nov 29
- 5 days
- CRN 51256
- Domestic fees $1405.62
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25 - Nov 29 | Mon - Fri | 08:30 - 16:00 | Marine BMC Rm. 150 |
Instructor
Aladin Hafez
Course outline
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- IMPORTANT NOTES: Copies of prerequisites are to be provided to the course instructor. Please refer to prerequisite section of course webpage for details. COURSE TO BE HELD AT BCIT MARINE CAMPUS. Student manual will be provided in class. Students are advised to bring a pen and paper for note taking and a bathing suit and towel for the training tank exercises. Note: Computer required for 1.5 hours of online First Aid Training.
CRN 51258
Dates
Fri Dec 13 - Thu Dec 19
- 5 days
- CRN 51258
- Domestic fees $1405.62
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- IMPORTANT NOTES: Copies of prerequisites are to be provided to the course instructor. Please refer to prerequisite section of course webpage for details. COURSE TO BE HELD AT BCIT MARINE CAMPUS. Student manual will be provided in class. Students are advised to bring a pen and paper for note taking and a bathing suit and towel for the training tank exercises. Note: Computer required for 1.5 hours of online First Aid Training.
Winter 2025
Below is one offering of MEDI 1810 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 91744
Dates
Mon Jan 20 - Wed Jan 22
- 3 days
- CRN 91744
- Domestic fees $1404.62
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 20 - Jan 22 | Mon, Tue, Wed | 08:30 - 16:00 | Marine BMC |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- IMPORTANT NOTES: Copies of prerequisites are to be provided to the course instructor. Please refer to prerequisite section of course webpage for details. COURSE TO BE HELD AT BCIT MARINE CAMPUS. Student manual will be provided in class. Students are advised to bring a pen and paper for note taking and a bathing suit and towel for the training tank exercises. Note: Computer required for 1.5 hours of online First Aid Training.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.