Type-specific training at FURUNO Norway TECDIS

Introduction to the use of the TECDIS charting machine for paperless sailing, according to Requirements of the ISM Code 6.3 and 6.5.

Main topics

• Definitions and terminology
• International standards and requirements
• Map types and bases
• General ECDIS theory
• Display and map information
• Route planning
• ECDIS connected to various instruments
• Alarm handling
• Logging / data storage
• Errors / Limitations in an ECDIS System
• Backup system and update
• Risks and limitations of using ECDIS / AIS
• Map administration
• Update map
• Display and map information

Learning objectives

Completed course provides course diploma for TECDIS type-specific training, according to Requirements of the ISM Code 6.3 and 6.5.

Duraiton

1 day

Audience

Navigators using FURUNO TECDIS charting machine