Course Details

Global Maritime Distress and Safety System General Operator's Certificate of Competency

Overview

  • Course Date:

    6 Mar 2026 to 16 Mar 2026

    9 Apr 2026 to 19 Apr 2026

  • Registration Period:

    14 Jan 2026 to 6 Feb 2026

    22 Jan 2026 to 13 Mar 2026

  • Duration/Frequency:

    11 days / 82 hours | Monday to Sunday / 08.30am-5.30pm

  • Mode of Training:

    Classroom

Course Objective

This course trains participants to efficiently operate the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) for distress, urgency, safety and routine radio communications for all Sea Areas. The proper use of on-board communication equipment, such as proper set-up of the equipment, testing radio regulations, and appreciation of its limitations are emphasised via hands-on simulation.

More Information

*Please note that once the maximum class size is reached, the online registration will be closed.

You may register your interest, and would be notified if there is new run.

For Course Specific details:
Capt Peter Lee,
Course Coordinator
Phone: 6879 0414
Email: Peter_Lee@sp.edu.sg

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