Training modules
Training modules
Modules overview
Our modules
- Advanced Fire Fighting
- Advanced Fire Fighting REFRESHER
- Advanced Meteorology
- Advanced Stability
- Astronavigation
- Basic Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters
- Cargo Handling AII/1
- Cargo Handling AII/2
- CE Documents
- Documents part 1/Ship's Etiquette
- ECDIS
- Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting REFRESHER
- GMDSS GOC
- GMDSS ROC
- High Voltage Safety for All
- IGF Advanced
- IGF Basic
- IMDG
- Instruments (part 2)
- International Maritime Law
- Maintenance and Damage Inspection
- Maritime English
- Master / Captain
- Medical Care
- Medical First Aid
- Meteorology & Oceanography
- MRM
- Navigation Cluster
- Personal Survival Techniques - REFRESHER
- Practical Examination 200 GT
- Practical Examination 500 GT
- Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (O/T Fast Rescue Boats)
- Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (O/T Fast Rescue Boats) - REFRESHER
- Propulsion
- Radar/Arpa for All
- Regulations
- Salvage
- Security Awareness - for all
- Ship Engine Course
- Ship Manoeuvring and Handling
- SSO/CSO - Ship/Company Security Officer
- STCW BST: Elementary First Aid
- STCW BST: Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
- STCW BST: Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
- STCW BST: Personal Survival Techniques
- Voyage Planning
- Voyage Planning 500 GT
- Yacht Insurance/Documents part 2
- Yacht Technique part 1
- Yacht Technique part 2
Advanced Fire Fighting
The Advanced Fire Fighting course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-VI/3. Taking the IMO Model Course 2.03 as a guideline.
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to control fire-fighting operations.
Course dates
By Request
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Advanced Fire Fighting course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Code '95, as amended, Table A-VI/3. Taking the IMO Model Course 2.03 as a guideline.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to control fire-fighting operations.
Course Content
- Control fire-fighting operations aboard ship;
- Organize and train fire parties;
- Inspect and service firedetection and extinguishing systems and equipment;
- Investigate and compirel reports on incidents involving fire;
- Simulation of an onboard fire: how to respond adequately (implementation of the fire-fighting squad);
Duration
4 days
Price
€ 2.065,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Location
Campus Vesta - Oostmalsesteenweg 75 - 2520 Ranst
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy:
Noordkasteel Oost 6,
2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Advanced Fire Fighting Refresher
STCW A-VI/3
Course Dates
FPAR20231005: 5 & 6 October 2023
By Request
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Advanced Fire Fighting Refresher course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/3. Taking the IMO Model Course 2.03 as a guideline.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to control fire-fighting operations.
Course Content
Control fire-fighting operations aboard ship;
- Organize and train fire parties;
- Inspect and service fire detection and extinguishing systems and equipment;
- Investigate and prepare reports on incidents involving fire;
- Simulation of an onboard fire: how to respond adequately (implementation of the fire-fighting squad);
Duration
2 days
Price
€ 1.265,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
W: www.hzs.be
Advanced Meteorology
KB VII/10 and 11
Course Dates
MEO220231120: 20 November 2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Advanced Meteorology course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 and 11.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course will be able to identify when the characteristic weather systems of a region are expected to develop and intensify.
Course Content
- Winds of the world;
- Waves;
- Ocean currents of the world;
- Ocean routes & weather routing;
- Ice navigation;
- Means of receiving weather information on board;
Duration
1 day
Price
€ 260,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Advanced Stability
The Advanced Stability course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence and knowledge regarding stability, stress and trim control.
Astronavigation
KB VII/10 and 11
Course Dates
NAV220231123: 23-24-25-26-27 November 2023
Provided we have enough registrations (minimum 6 persons)
Scope
The Astronavigation course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 and 11.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course will be able to find position at sea from timed sextant sights of the sun, stars and planets including how to determine compass error from astronomical observations.
Course Content
- The navigation triangle, apparent motion and time;
- Calculation of UT, twilight, sunrise/sunset, UTA and declination;
- Azimuth, altitude (altitude at meridian passage);
- Sight reduction (altitude by polaris);
- Identification of celestial bodies;
- Orthodrome and Loxodrome;
Duration
5 days
Price
€ 1.450,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Basic Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters
The Basic Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-V/4-1.
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence for the training and qualifications of Masters and Deck Officers on ships operating in Polar Waters.
Cargo Handling AII/1
STCW A-II/1
Course dates
CAHA20231127: 27-28-29-30 November & 1 December 2023
Provided we have enough registrations (min 6 max 12 persons)
Scope
The Cargo Handling AII/1 course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/1.
Objective
To be defined
Course Content
To be defined
Duration
5 days
Price
€ 1.450,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
W: www.hzs.be
Cargo Handling AII/2
STCW A-II/2
Course dates
CAHA20231030: 30-31 October 2023 1-2-3 November 2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Cargo Handling AII/2 course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence and knowledge regarding the handling of cargo on board a ship, and to plan and ensure safe loading, stowage, securing and care during the voyage and unloading of cargoes.
Course Content
- Knowledge and the ability to apply relevant international regulations, codes and standards concerning the safe handling, stowage, securing and transport of cargoes.
- Knowledge of the effect on trim and stability of cargoes and cargo operation.
- Use of stability and trim diagrams and stress-calculating equipment, including automatic data-based (ADB) equipment, and knowledge of loading cargoes and ballasting in order to keep hull stress within acceptable limits.
- Loading and unloading operations, with special regard to the transport of cargoes indentified in the Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing.
- General knowledge of tankers and tanker operations.
- Ability to explain the basic principles for establishing effective communications and improving working relationship between ship and terminal personnel.
- Knowledge of the operational and design limitations of bulk carriers
Duration
5 days (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)
Price
€ 1.350,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Location
GO! De Scheepvaartschool - Cenflumarin
Gloriantlaan 75
2050 Antwerpen - Linkeroever
Prerequisites
STCW A-II/1
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
W: www.hzs.be
CE Documents
KB VII/14 and 15
Course Dates
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The CE Documents course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/14 and 15.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course will understand the main features of ship construction, ship stability and engineering needed on board yachts of 2,5 - 24 m and under 200 GT.
Course Content
- Ship construction
- Ship stability
- Engineering and maintenance of motor- or sailingboats
- Owner's manual;
Duration
2 days
Price
475 EUR (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Documents part 1/Ship's Etiquette
KB VII/10 to 13
Course Dates
DCSE20231121: 21 November 2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Documents part 1/ Ship's etiquette course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 to 13.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should know all the formalities that need to be effectuated when entering and leaving a harbour and the controls carried out by the Port State Control.
Course Content
- Certificate of registration including administration;
- Arrival arrangements before entering a port;
- Port State Control;
- Ship's logbook and Training Record Book;
- STCW;
Duration
1 day
Price
€ 250,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
ECDIS
STCW A-II/1 and A-II/2
Course dates
ECD520230904: 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 September 2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The ECDIS 5-day course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/1 and A-II/2. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.27 as a guideline.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should be able to maintain the safety of navigation through the use of ECDIS and associated navigation systems to assist command decision making.
Course Content
- Management of operational procedures, system files and data, including:
- manage procurement, licensing and updating of chart data and system software to conform to established procedures.
- system and information updating, including the ability to update ECDIS system version in accordance with vendor's product development
- create and maintain system configuration and backup files
- create and maintain log files in accordance with established procedures
- create and maintain route plan files in accordance with established procedures
- use ECDIS logbook and track history functions for inspection of system functions, alarm settings and user responses.
Duration
5 days (minimum 6 - max 12 personnes)
Price
€ 1.350,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Prerequisites
STCW A-II/1
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting REFRESHER
The refresher Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A- VI/1-2.
Course Dates
To be defined
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The refresher Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A- VI/1-2.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should be able te take proper actions upon discovering a fire, to protect themselves with existing fire-fighting equipment within their workarea and to understand the importance of fire prevention.
Course Content
- Shipboard fire-fighting organization;
- Location of fire-fighting appliances and emergency escape routes;
- The elements of fire and explosion (the fire triangle);
- Types and sources of ignition;
- Flammable materials, fire hazards and spread of fire;
- actions to be taken on board the ship;
- Fire and smoke detection and automatic alarm systems;
Duration
1 day
Price
€ 545,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Prerequisites
Medical Certificate "Fit for Duty" and STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
Contact
Christel Peeters Antwerp
Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Location
Campus Vesta
Oostmalsesteenweg 75
2520 Ranst
GMDSS GOC
STCW A-IV/2
Course Dates
GGOC20231023: 23/10/2023 - 24/10/2023 - 25/10/2023 - 26/10/2023 - 27/10/2023 + exam 30/10/2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The GMDSS GOC (General Radio Operator's Certificate) course has been designed to meet the
requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-IV/2 for all areas. Taking the IMO
Model Course 1.26 as a guideline.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course and pass the BIPT examination should be able to
efficiently operate the GMDSS equipment and to have primary responsibility for radiocommunications
during distress incidents.
Course Content
- Sea areas, definition and equipment;
- GMDSS equipment;
- Radio traffic;
- IMO GMDSS Master plan;
- Propagation;
- VHF Channeling;
Duration
5- days + exam (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)
Price
1090 EUR
(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
W: www.hzs.be
GMDSS ROC
STCW A-IV/2
Course Dates
GROC20231023: 23/10/2023 - 24/10/2023 - 25/10/2023 + exam 30/10/2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The GMDSS ROC (Restricted Radio Operator's Certificate) course has been designed to meet the
requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-IV/2 for Sea Area 1 Only. Taking
the IMO Model Course 1.26 as a guideline.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course and pass the BIPT examination should be able to
efficiently operate the GMDSS equipment and to have primary responsibility for radiocommunications
during distress incidents.
Course Content
- Sea areas, definition and equipment;
- GMDSS equipment;
- Radio traffic;
- IMO GMDSS Master plan;
- Propagation;
- VHF Channeling;
Duration
3 days + exam (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)
Price
795 EUR
(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
W: www.hzs.be
High Voltage Safety for All
STCW A-lll/1, A-lll/3, A-lll/2 and A-llll/6
Course dates
HVOO20240129: 29-30-31 January & 1-2 February 2024
HVOO20240415: 15-16-17-18-19 April 2024
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The High Voltage Safety for All course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW convention 1978, as amended, Table A-III/1, A-III/3, A-III/2 and A-III/6
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required knowledge regarding the functional, operational and safety requiterements for a marine huigh voltage system.
Course Content
- Rules, regulations and guidelines;
- Fundamentals of electricity, review general electrical theory and safety precautions;
- Electrical equipment in a marine environment, review of a typical marine installation;
- Basic fault level calculations, grounding arrangements, high voltage faults and protection;
- High voltage safety, basics of risk management and safe working procedures;
- Develop switching strategies for isolation;
- First Aid in electrical injuries;
Duration
5 days
Price
€ 1690 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
IGF (Advanced)
Course Dates
Scope
Objective
Course Content
Duration
3 days
Price
€ 1.000,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
IGF (Basic)
Course Dates
Scope
Objective
Course Content
Duration
2 Days
Price
€ 800,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
IMDG
The IMDG course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence and knowledge regarding the carriage of dangerous goods.
Instruments (part 2)
More info will follow
International Maritime Law
More info will follow
Maintenance and Damage Inspection
The Maintenance and Damage Inspection course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.
Those who succesfully complete this course should be able to assess reported defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks, and to take appropriate action.
Course dates
SOND20231106: 06 - 07 - 08 November 2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Maintenance and Damage Inspection course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should be able to assess reported defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks, and to take appropriate action.
Course Content
- Knowledge of the limitations on strength of the vital constructional parts of a standard bulk carrier and ability to interpret given figures for bending moments and shear forces
- Ability to explain how to avoid the detrimental effects on bulk carriers of corrosion, fatigue and inadequate cargo handling
Duration
3 days (20 hours) (Including examination)
Price
€ 350,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Prerequisites
STCW A-II/1
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Maritime English
KB VII/10 to 13
Course Dates
MENG20231106: 6 November 2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Maritime English course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 to 13.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should be able to communicate with all parties involved with the voyage of a vessel..
Course Content
- Basic IMO vocabulary;
- IMO standard marine communication phrases;
- Life saving signals;
- Basic vocabulary used in VHF communications;
Duration
1 Day
Price
€ 250,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Master / Captain
KB VII/15
Course Dates
To be defined
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Master course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/15.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course will be able to perform the duties of a captain on board a yacht (2,5m - 24m and max 200 GT).
Course Content
- Crowd management training;
- Safety training for personnel providing direct service to passengers in passenger spaces;
- Crisis management and human behaviour training;
Duration
1 day
Price
€ 275 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Medical Care
The Medical Care course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/4-2.
Those who succesfully complete this course acquire the necessary level of competence to organize and manage the provisions of medical care on board.
Course Dates
By Request
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Medical Care course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/4-2.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course acquire the necessary level of competence to organize and manage the provisions of medical care on board.
Course Content
- Clinical examination and history taking;
- Signs and symptoms of disease and trauma;
- Communicable and general diseases;
- trauma, injury and death at sea;
- Surgical techniques and equipment;
- Ships hygiene and disease prevention;
- A thorough knowledge of the use and contents of the following publications: International medical guide for ships, medical section of the ICS, medical first aid guide for use in accidents involving dangerous goods.
Duration
5 Days
Price
€ 1.865,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Prerequisites
STCW Medical First Aid A-VI/4-1
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
W: www.hzs.be
Medical First Aid
The Medical First Aid course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/4-1.
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board, identify and treat medical emergencies, treat dislocations, fractures,.. Etc.
Course Dates
By Request
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Medical First Aid course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/4-1
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board, identify and treat medical emergencies, treat dislocations, fractures,.. Etc.
Course Content
- Immediate action and first aid kit;
- Body structure and functions;
- Toxicological hazards aboard ship;
- Examination of patient and medical care of rescued persons, including distress, hypothermia
- and cold exposure;
- Spinal injuries, burns, scalds, effects of heat and cold, fractures, dislocations and muscular
- injuries;
- Radio medical advice;
- Pharmacology;
Duration
3 Days
Price
€ 1.210 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Prerequisites
STCW Elementary First Aid
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
W: www.hzs.be
Meteorology & Oceanography
The Meteorology course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence and knowledge regarding meteorology in order to forecast weather.
Maritime Resource Management
STCW A-II/1, A-II/2 and A-III/2
Course Dates
MRM120231122: 22-23-24 November 2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Maritime Resource Management course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/1, A-II/2 and A-III/2. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.22 as a guideline.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course achieve the required knowledge of resource management during everyday operations including the importance of teamwork and the willingness to change behavior as to increase safety, efficiency and satisfaction.
Course Content
- Situational Awareness;
- Attitudes;
- Communications and briefings;
- Challenge and response;
- Authority and Assertiveness;
- Management Styles;
Duration
3 days (24 hours)
Price
€ 690,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Navigation Cluster
The Navigation Cluster course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/14 and 15.
Those who succesfully complete this course will be able to understand the principles of voyage planning using different navigation equipment. Exercises will be performed on a navigation simulator.
Course Dates
NACL20231016: 16-17-18-19-20 October 2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Navigation Cluster course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree
VII/14 and 15.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course will be able to understand the principles of voyage
planning using different navigation equipment. Exercises will be performed on a navigation simulator.
Course Content
- Radar navigation;
- Voyage planning including how to maintain safe passage;
- Meteorology;
- Position fixing;
- organize bridgewatch;
- Introduction in the use of ECDIS;
- Emergencies at sea and emergency signals;
Duration
5 days
Price
€ 1.450,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
W: www.hzs.be
Personal Survival Techniques - REFRESHER
STCW A-V/1-1
Course Dates
By Request
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The personal Survival Techniques Refresher course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/1-1.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course receive an essential update to their theoretical knowledge and practical skills on how to perform an emergency abandonment with or without a life raft.
Course Content
- Life rafts types and content. Lifeboat handling;
- Lifejackets, survival suits use and donning;
- Flares and other emergency beacons;
- Hypothermia;
- Practical: abandonment, individual and group entry;
- Practical: righting a capsized raft;
- Practical: rescue and survival techniques without a life raft;
Duration
1 day (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons) (9h-17h30)
Price
€ 555,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Prerequisites
STCW Personal Survival Techniques
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Practical Examination 200 GT
The Practical Examination 200 GT course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/14 and 15.
The practical test takes place on board the T\S Rupel. The examination will determine whether or not the candidate is able to manoeuvre a yacht and is able to apply the theoretical knowledge.
Course dates
To be defined
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Practical Examination 200 GT course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/14 and 15.
Objective
The practical test takes place on board the T\S Rupel. The examination will determine whether or not the candidate is able to manoeuvre a yacht and is able to apply the theoretical knowledge.
Course Content
- Preparing a voyage plan with the on board instructor;
- Practical execution of the voyage plan using weather forecasts, communication and publications;
- Executing manoeuvres: departing & arrival, man overboard, anchoring,.. .;
Duration
24 hours
Price
€ 710,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Prerequisites
Participation in all courses is a prerequisite for taking part in the practical test.
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
W: www.hzs.be
Practical Examination 500 GT
The Practical Examination 500 GT course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 to 13.
The practical test takes place on board the T\S Rupel. The examination will determine whether or not the candidate is able to manoeuvre a yacht and is able to apply the theoretical knowledge.
Course dates
PRX520230904: 4 & 5 September 2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Practical Examination 500 GT course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 to 13.
Objective
The practical test takes place on board the T\S Rupel. The examination will determine whether or not the candidate is able to manoeuvre a yacht and is able to apply the theoretical knowledge.
Course Content
- Preparing a voyage plan with the on board instructor;
- Practical execution of the voyage plan using weather forecasts, communication and publications;
- Executing manoeuvres: departing & arrival, man overboard, anchoring,..;
Duration
24 hours
Price
710 EUR
(including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Prerequisites
Participation in all courses is a prerequisite for taking part in the practical test.
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (O/T Fast Rescue Boats)
The Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than Fast Rescue Boats) course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/2-1. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.23 as a guideline.
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to handle, operate and take charge of survival craft and rescue boats during and after launch in adverse weather condtions.
Course Dates
To Be Defined
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than Fast Rescue Boats) course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/2-1. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.23 as a guideline.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to handle, operate and take charge of survival craft and rescue boats during and after launch in adverse weather condtions.
Course Content
- Take charge of a survival craft or rescue boat during and after launch;
- Operate a survival craft engine;
- Manage survivors and survival craft after abandoning ship;
- Use locating devices, including communication, signalling apparatus and pyrotechnics;
- Apply first aid to survivors;
Duration
4 days
Price
€ 1.000,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (O/T Fast Rescue Boats)
The Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than Fast Rescue Boats) course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/2-1. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.23 as a guideline.
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to handle, operate and take charge of survival craft and rescue boats during and after launch in adverse weather condtions.
Course Dates
To be defined
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Refresher Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (Other than Fast Rescue Boats) course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/2-1. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.23 as guideline.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to handle, operate and take charge of survival craft and rescue boats during and after launch in adverse weather conditions.
Course Content
- Take charge of a survival craft or rescue boat during and after launch;
- Operate a survival craft engine;
- Manage survivors and survival craft after abandoning ship;
- Use locating devices, including communication, signalling apparatus and pyrotechnics;
- Apply first aid to survivors;
Duration
1 day
Price
€ 525,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Propulsion
The Propulsion course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence and knowledge regarding propulsion onboard a ship, in order to operate remote controls of a propulsion plant and engineering systems and services.
Radar/Arpa for All
STCW A-II/2
Course dates
RADA20230828: 28-29-30-31 August 2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The RADAR-ARPA for All course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2. Taking the IMO Model Course 1.08 as a guideline.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course will have fulfilled the mandatory minimum requirements of training in the use of radar and ARPA to maintain safety of navigation. The training is provided at management level.
Course Content
Radar operating principles: picture orientations bearing, display set up,..;
- Radar plotting;
- Safety precautions with radar equipment;
- Vectors, target selection;
- Arpa display warnings, alarms and errors;
- IMO regulations;
- Errors in radar information;
Duration
4 days (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)
Price
€ 1.250,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Regulations
KB VII/10 to 13
Course Dates
REGU20231107: 7 November 2023
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Regulations course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 to 13.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required knowledge of the regulations at sea, at the coast and on the river Scheldt.
Course Content
- Police and navigation regulations for the Belgian territorial sea, coastal harbour and
- beaches;
- Navigation regulations for the (Western) Scheldt River;
- VHF procedures for VTS region Scheldt River;
- Selected case studies;
- COLREGS;
Duration
1 day
Price
€ 250,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Salvage
KB VII/10 to 15
Course date
To be defined
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Salvage course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 to 15.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course will understand the main features of salvage principles, agreements and documents.
Course Content
- General average;
- Salvage principle 'No cure, no pay';
- Lloyd's open form principle (LOF);
- International regulation of salvage law (The Brussels Convention 1910);
- Modifications tot the 'No cure, no pay' principle 1980;
- The New Salvage Convention;
- The Scopic Clause;
Duration
4 hours
Price
€ 150,00 (including course material, certificate, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
Noordkasteel Oost 6,
2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Security Awareness - for all
STCW A-VI/6
Course Dates
SASA20231006: 6 October 2023 AM
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Security Awareness Training for All Seafarers course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/6-1..
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence of maritime security through heightened awareness and the ability to recognize security threats and to respond appropriately.
Course Content
- The meaning and the consequential requirements of the different security levels;
- Knowledge of emergency procedures and contingency plans;
- Recognition and detection of weapons, dangerous substances and devices
- Recognition, on a non-discriminatory basis, of characteristics and behavioural patterns of persons who are likely to threaten security
- Techniques used to circumvent security measures;
Duration
4 hours (9am -13 pm) (minimum 6 persons)
Price
€ 250,00 (including course material, certificate, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Ship Engine Course
KB VII/10 to 13
Course Dates
To Be Defined
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Ship Engine Course course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 to 13.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required knowledge of ship engines for pleasure vessels.
Course Content
- Principles of diesel engines;
- The gas exchange process;
- Fuel oil system;
- Lubrication;
- Cooling;
- Electrical system;
- Basic ship construction and stability;
Duration
2 days (minimum 6 persons)
Price
€ 475,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Ship Manoeuvring and Handling
The Ship Manoeuvring and Handling course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-II/2.
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence to proactively participate as members of an efficient bridge team, i.o.t. manoeuvre and handle the ship in all conditions.
SSO/CSO - Ship/Company Security Officer
The Security Awareness Training for All Seafarers course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/6-1.
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required standard of competence of maritime security through heightened awareness and the ability to recognize security threats and to respond appropriately.
STCW BST: Elementary First Aid
STCW A-VI/1-3
Course Dates
MABA20231115: 15 November 2023
By Request
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Elementary First Aid course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/1-3.
Objective
The Elementary First Aid course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/1-3.
Course Content
- First aid equipment;
- Duties of a First Aider;
- Actions in emergencies;
- Basic life support & CPR;
- The unconscious casualty;
- Treatment for wounds, bleeding, burns, scalds, shock, fractures, dislocations and soft tissue
- injuries;
- Gain radio assistance and transportation & high wire transfer by heli of the sick and injured;
Duration
1 day (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)
Price
€ 465,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
STCW BST: Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
STCW A-VI/1-2
Course Dates
FPFF20231116: 16 & 17 November 2023
By Request
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/1-2.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should be able to take proper actions upon discovering a fire, to protect themselves with existing fire-fighting equipment within their workarea and to understand the importance of fire prevention.
Course Content
- Shipboard fire-fighting organization, fire man's outfit and practical training.
- Location of fire-fighting appliances and emergency escape routes;
- The elements of fire and explosion (the fire triangle);
- Types and sources of ignition;
- Flammable materials, fire hazards and spread of fire;
- Actions to be taken on board the ship;
- Fire and smoke detection and automatic alarm systems.
Duration
2 days (Minimum 6 - max 12 persons)
Price
€ 925,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Prerequisites
Medical Certificate "Fit for Duty"
Contact
Christel Peeters Antwerp
Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Location
Campus Vesta
Oostmalsesteenweg 75
2520 Ranst
STCW BST: Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
STCW A-VI/1-4
Course Dates
PSSR20231114: 14 November 2023
By Request
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/1-4.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve a basic knowledge of the safety procedures, accident prevention and employment and working conditions on board merchant vessels.
Course Content
- Knowledge of emergency procedures;
- Precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment;
- Safe working practices;
- Ability to understand orders and to communicate with others in relation to shipboard duties;
- Social responsibilities
Duration
12 hours (minimum 6 persons)
Price
€ 375,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters Antwerp
Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
STCW BST: Personal Survival Techniques
STCW A-VI/1-1
Course Dates
PEST20231113: 13 November 2023
By Request
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Personal Survival Techniques course has been designed to meet the requirements of the STCW Convention 1978, as amended, Table A-VI/1-1.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the essential practical skills and theoretical knowledge to react efficiently to an emergengy abandonment with or without a life raft.
Course Content
- Life rafts types and content. Lifeboat handling;
- Lifejackets, survival suits use and donning;
- Flares and other emergency beacons;
- Hypothermia;
- Practical: abandonment, individual and group entry;
- Practical: righting a capsized raft;
- Practical: rescue and survival techniques without a life raft;
Duration
1 day (minimum 6 - maximum 12 persons)
Price
€ 560,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Prerequisites
Medical Certificate "Fit for Duty"
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Voyage Planning
KB VII/10 to 13
Course Dates
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Voyage Planning 500 GT course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 to 13 .
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course will be able to prepare and conduct a voyage plan, in coastal waters and ocean crossings, by all means related to all nautical items and under all circumstances.
Course Content
- Bridge organization;
- Passage planning;
- Duties of the Officer of the Watch;
- Operation and maintenance of the bridge;
- Guidelines for voyage planning;
- Information on the regulations applicable to pleasure vessels;
Duration
1 day
Price
€ 250,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Voyage Planning 500 GT
The Voyage Planning 500 GT course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 to 13.
Those who succesfully complete this course will be able to prepare and conduct a voyage plan, in coastal waters and ocean crossings, by all means related to all nautical items and under all circumstances.
Yacht Insurance/Documents part 2
The Yacht insurance/documents 2 course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 to 15.
Those who succesfully complete this course will understand the main features of charter parties, insurance contracts and salvage agreements in relation to commercially or privately operated yachts.
Course Dates
DOC220230406: 06 April 2023 AM
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Yacht insurance/documents 2 course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal
Degree VII/10 to 15.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course will understand the main features of charter parties,
insurance contracts and salvage agreements in relation to commercially or privately operated yachts.
Course Content
- Charter agreements;
- Insurance contracts;
- Salvage agreements;
Duration
3 hours
Price
€ 150,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
W: www.hzs.be
Yacht Technique part 1
KB VII/10 to 13
Course Dates
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Yacht Technique 1 course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 to 13.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required knowledge and skill in knot tying, line handling, equipment identification, safe working practices, terminology and seamanship evolution processes and procedures.
Course Content
- Terminology;
- Materials (natural and synthetic);
- Seamanship;
- Principles of yacht design;
Duration
2 days (minimum 6 persons)
Price
€ 475,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be
Yacht Technique part 2
KB VII/10 and 11
Course Dates
Provided we have enough registrations
Scope
The Yacht Technique 2 course has been designed to meet the requirements of the Royal Degree VII/10 and 11.
Objective
Those who succesfully complete this course should achieve the required knowledge of the stability and construction of yachts..
Course Content
- Ship construction: terminology, loads and strenght number, materials and load lines;
- Ship stability introduction, hydrostatics, dynamic stability theory and exercises;
- International and national rules and regulation;
- Principles of yacht design;
Duration
3 Days
Price
€ 595,00 (including course material, certificate, lunch, coffee and water)
Contact
Christel Peeters
Antwerp Maritime Academy
A: Noordkasteel Oost 6, 2030 Antwerpen
T: 0032 3 205 64 60
E: training@hzs.be
W: www.hzs.be