Dynamic Positioning

Vessel charterers often require qualified DPO’s. The NI’s Dynamic Positioning Operator (DPO) training scheme is an industry recognized professional development route to become a qualified DPO. The scheme is considered as initial training towards the DP Certificate. Further training and experience should be provided by the company as per IMCA M117 guidelines and the ISM code.

Dynamic Positioning

To become a NI qualified DPO a new candidate should go through several phases, consisting of:  

A. Completion of the Basic/ Induction Course

DP student learns the underpinning theoretical knowledge of DP and is introduced to practical use of DP equipment. During this course the student has to pass an online Nautical Institute theoretical exam.  

After passing successfully students receive:  

  • Nautical Institute approved course certificate  
  • Personal NI logbook  
  • Self-study documents provided on memory stick  

B. A minimum of 60 days sea time on board a DP class vessel

DP student to work aboard a DP vessel under the guidance of a NI certified DPO in order to complete tasks sections in his/her personal NI logbook and prepare him/herself in order for the next course (NI DP advanced/ simulator course).  

C. Completion of the Advanced/Simulator Operator’s Course

DP student reviews and consolidates learning that has taken place on Induction Course and during 60 days sea time, as well as advancing their theoretical knowledge, planning and operational skills and being introduced to faults and failures, discussing case histories and increasing awareness of industry standards and requirements.  

During this course the student has to pass a practical simulator assessment, a formative assessment and an online theoretical exam. 

 

 

After passing successfully students receive;  

  • NI approved course certificate  
  • NI approved instructor signature & stamp in his/ her personal NI logbook  
  • Copies of assessment scores  
  • Formative feedback form for further personal development on board  

D. Satisfactory completion of 60 days supervised DP operations

DP students have to work 60 days aboard a DP class vessel under the guidance of a NI certified DPO in order to continuing to develop his/her skills as per the DP Simulator Course Skills Table and the feedback he/she received during and at the end of the Simulator Course.  

E. Statement of Suitability

The Master will sign your personal DP NI logbook to attest readiness of the student to act as DPO.  

A Company confirmation Letter of completion of required DP sea time is to be provided.  

Online DP Application

The attention of trainee and Master’s is drawn to the Logbook and Application guides that are available on the NI’s Alexis Platform website (http://www.nialexisplatform.org/) and on request from the NI.  

It is strongly recommended that the relevant guides are read before making an application in order to avoid incorrect completion of the logbook. Failure to meet the requirements for application of a certificate will cause a delay in issuing a certificate.  

The Nautical Institute, assesses and verifies documents and on success a student will receive the DPO certificate (limited or unlimited) from the Nautical Institute.