This
half-day course is aimed at yachtsmen who hold a VHF restricted operator's
certificate and wish to update it to the Global Maritime Distress and Safety
System (GMDSS) Short Range Certificate.
Click here if you do not have an VHF restricted operator's certificate
Topics covered: -
- VHF DSC (Digital Selective Calling)
- Distress, Safety and Routine Calling
- MMSI (Maritime Mobile Service Identity) numbers
- NAVTEX
- MSI (Martine Safety Information) broadcasts
- Stations
- Portable safety equipment
- EPIRB (Emergence Positioning Indication Radio Beacons)
- SARTs (Search & Rescue radar Transponders)
Pre-course study
To help you come to terms with GMDSS, YachtCom has produced a PC Simulator program that is based on the DSC system outlined in the RYA publication VHF Radio (inc GMDSS) VHF G22/02.Click here for details of YachtCom's ONLINE training package.
What to bring
Candidates must bring along their old VHF restricted certificate plus a current passport size photograph of themselves and a cheque made payable to 'RYA' or can be paid by credit/debit card. There will be a short assessment towards the end of the course. Candidates will be sent their VHF Short Range Certificate operator's certificate from the RYA.
Student Numbers
Student numbers are kept to a maximum of 6 students per course, so early booking is advised.
Course enrolment
To enrol please phone 01489 565100.
Payment can be made over the phone by all major debit and credit cards.