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Continuing Education &
Contract Training:

cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca
250–370–4578

Main switchboard:

250–370–3000

Enrolment Services (Registration)

250–370–3550
1–877–554–7555 (toll-free)

Enrolment Services hours

Mon–Wed: 9am–4pm
Thu: 9am–5:30pm
Fri: 9am–4pm

Cashiers hours

Mon–Wed: 9am–4pm
Thur: 9am–5:30pm
Fri: 9am–4pm

Bookstore hours

Bookstore website

Lansdowne

Fisher 134
Phone: 250–370–3080
Mon–Thu: 8am–6pm
Fri: 8am–4pm

Interurban

Campus Centre 247
Phone: 250–370–4080
Mon–Thu: 8am–6pm
Fri: 8am–4pm

Nautical

(For more information or to put your name on an interest list for future courses, phone Trades & Technology, Continuing Education at 250-370-4563 or email ttce@camosun.bc.ca)

Bridge Resource Management (BRM)

For Masters, Navigating Officers, & Bridge Watch Keepers, this course will help you develop the practical skills required to ensure the safety of the ship, its personnel and cargo, and the protection of the environment. Topics include Bridge Resource Management (BRM) concepts; error chain and situational awareness; bridge organization, leadership, and teamwork; Pilot and crew relationship; passage planning, execution, and recording; effective communication skills; and emergency preparedness. Prerequisites: Certificate of Competency and sea experience. Requirement: Bring a Candidate Document Number (CDN), and photo ID to present to instructor.

Electronic Chart Display & Information Systems (ECDIS)

Using IMO's performance standards and recognized by Transport Canada, the course introduces ECDIS: setting up and maintaining equipment & display; basic navigation functions; using ECDIS to set up and monitor a route and to ensure a safe navigational watch. Prerequisites: computer experience with windows, prior experience with nautical chartwork. Requirement: Bring a Candidate Document Number (CDN), and photo ID to present to instructor. (Contact Transport Canada, 250-363-0394 to obtain your CDN). NOTE: April class starts on Sunday, April 1 and runs through Thurs, April 5.

Marine Basic First Aid

This course meets Transport Canada's requirement for fishing, passenger vessel, and other marine industries. This two-day course includes First Aid and CPR. Upon completion you will have your Marine Basic First Aid certificate as well as the skills and knowledge needed to respond to cardiovascular and breathing emergencies. All course materials are included in the tuition. Certification length - 3 years. Transport Canada may accept the certification for 5 years. A valid CDN number and government-issued photo ID is required. Please bring both to class. (Contact Transport Canada, 250-363-0394 to obtain your CDN).

ROC-MC (Maritime Commercial)

The Restricted Operator Certificate - Maritime Commercial (ROC-MC) is required for mariners serving on commercial vessels fitted with Global Maritime Distress and Safety Systems (GMDSS). This four-day hands-on course is approved by Industry Canada and includes both theory and practical study. Class size is limited and early registration is recommended!

Simulated Electronic Navigation Limited (SEN L)

Required for Fishing Masters and officers of commercial vessels, this course provides a Simulated Electronic Navigation Certificate with an understanding of Collision Regulation applied to navigational watch using Radar. Topics include the fundamental principles of Radar, factors affecting Radar detection, plotting and charting practices; and collision avoidance and safety margins. Prerequisite: Fishing Master IV Certificate of Service with knowledge of chart work. All course materials are included in tuition, available for pickup 5 days prior to course start.

For more information about this course please email cectinfo@camosun.bc.ca

Small Vessel Operator (SVOP)

Meeting Transport Canada's requirement for small commercial vessels, this course covers collision regulations, seamanship, marine weather, charts and navigation, and vessel stability. Participants receive a Transport Canada EXN 24 Training Certificate upon successful completion. Course materials are included in tuition. A valid CDN number and government-issued photo ID are required. Please bring both to class to present to instructor. (Contact Transport Canada, 250-363-0394 to obtain your CDN).

Marine Emergency Duties Training

Marine Emergency Duties (MED) courses at Camosun College are authorized and approved by Transport Canada. Please contact Transport Canada directly to confirm the level of MED course required for your industry. All TTMT courses require you to have a CDN number, obtained through Transport Canada.

Marine Emergency Duties Training A1: Basic Safety Course

Recognized by Transport Canada, this three day course provides seafarers on larger commercial vessels with an understanding of the hazards associated with the marine environment and develops skills to cope with emergency situations. Topics include emergency response, lifesaving appliances, and survival rescue with practical pool and fire-fighting sessions. All course materials are included in tuition. We recommend you speak with Transport Canada to ensure you take the correct course for your industry requirements. A valid CDN number and government-issued photo ID are both required. Please bring both to class to present to instructor. (Contact Transport Canada, 250-363-0394 to obtain your CDN).

Marine Emergency Duties Training A2(+A1): Small Vessel Safety

Students completing this course receive credit for both MED A1 & MED A2 as recognized by Transport Canada. This four-day course is designed for captains and other seafarers to provide safety related skills associated with small commercial boat operation and ensuring the safety of passengers. You will increase your knowledge of hazards associated with the marine environment, develop skills to assist passengers to survive an emergency, and learn to maintain safety equipment and keep safety records. Includes pool and firefighting practical sessions Students will receive a Transport Canada certificate upon successful completion. Course material is included in tuition. A valid CDN number and government-issued photo ID are required. Please bring both to class to present to instructor. (Contact Transport Canada, 250-363-0394 to obtain your CDN).

Last updated: 19-Oct-2011 4:14 pm