- International Fees
International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course details
The GMDSS was developed by the International Maritime Organization and put in force on February 1, 1992 under the SOLAS Convention amendments. The GMDSS is intended to provide an efficient SAR rescue system and also provide for Urgency, Safety, and Routine communications and dissemination of Maritime Safety Information. The material presented in this course covers the scope of the examination for the Restricted Operator’s Certificate – Maritime Commercial (ROC-MC) for the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS). The Restricted Operator’s Certificate – Maritime Commercial (ROC-MC) is intended for the mariners, serving on compulsorily-fitted commercial ships within the North American A1 sea areas. It is compliant with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended in 1995 (STCW 95 Regulation IV/2). The certificate is obtained by completing an abbreviated version of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Model Course consistent with the “Near Coastal Voyage” option (STCW 95 R1/3).
Prerequisite(s)
- Candidates must be 18 years of age or older. Familiarity with basic computer keyboarding skills.
Credits
1.5
Domestic fees
$588.15
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2024
Below are two offerings of GMDS 1500 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.
CRN 69394
Duration
Mon Jun 17 - Thu Jun 20 (4 days)
- 4 days
- CRN 69394
- Domestic fees $588.15International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 17 - Jun 20 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 08:30 - 15:30 | Marine BMC |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Domestic fees
$588.15
Important information
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: COURSE WILL BE HELD ON CAMPUS IN ROOM 240 Please refer to prerequisite section of webpage for information on any prerequisites.
Status
CRN 69497
Duration
Mon Apr 29 - Thu May 02 (4 days)
- 4 days
- CRN 69497
- Domestic fees $588.15International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 29 - May 02 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 16:00 - 22:30 | Marine BMC Rm. 240 |
Instructor
Travis Tipton
Course outline
Domestic fees
$588.15
Important information
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
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IMPORTANT NOTE: THIS IS AN EVENING SESSION, AND WILL BE HELD ON CAMPUS IN ROOM 240 Please refer to prerequisite section of webpage for information on any prerequisites.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain the basic features of the Maritime Mobile Service.
- Explain the concept of the GMDSS.
- Explain the GMDSS regulations relevant to Sea Area A1.
- Use the basic GMDSS equipment of a ship station in Sea Area A1.
- Use the GMDSS sub-system equipment of a ship station in Sea Area A1.
- Use proper procedures for Distress, Safety and Routine Communications.
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
Restricted Operator's Certificate - Maritime Commercial (GMDS 1500) 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
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