Global Maritime and Transportation School (GMATS)


    Friday, September 10th, 2010

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Vessel, Company, and Facility Security Officer Program

This 10 - day Program has been approved by the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S.  Maritime Administration through the quality standard system of Det Norske Veritas (DNV).  It meets the STCW Convention training requirements for Vessel Security Officer.   This course ensures that participants learn effective security techniques and training procedures for handling maritime issues both domestic and abroad.  It is based on the guidance of the Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) of 2002, it is in compliance with the regulations of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Model Courses for the Ship Security Officer, Company Security Officer, and Port Facility Security Officer.   Participants will create security plans and attend a field trip to view security methods first hand.  Students will gain an understanding of the different Maritime Security (MARSEC) levels, policies and requirements, Crisis/Consequence Management using the Incident Command System (ICS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS), Crisis Management Drills and Exercises, Threat Identification, Recognition and Response.

 

Course Code: FY-000
Prerequisites: None
Length: 80 hours
Course Category: Transportation, Logistics, and Management
Tuition: $1,990.00

 

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