Officer of the Watch (Unlimited UK COC) - Advanced Certificate Nautical Science - MMTI
Course Code: MD1EC136
Maritime and Nautical
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Course Overview
The AdC in Nautical Science will be delivered at B&FC with learning for the modules supported by the Mumbai Maritime Training Institute (MMTI). You will enrol at MMTI for six months split into two terms; there are opportunities to enrol in both February and August each year. Upon completion at MMTI you will need to attend Fleetwood Nautical Campus to complete your AdC, along with your Certificate of Competency elements (external written exam prep, oral exam prep, STCW short courses etc. (see MSN 1856). A visitor visa will be required.
The AdC delivery will be supported at the following location:
Mumbai Maritime Training Institute (MMTI) New Excel House
41 B, 2nd Floor, zad Nagar Road No 2
Off Veera Desai Road
Andheri (W), Mumbai 400053
Tel. (0): 91-22-2673 1362 / 2673 1359 Telefax: (Office): 26731359
Email: mmti.mumbai@gmail.com
Website: https://www.maritimetraininginstitute.in
Full course fee - £3180 (plus fees payable to MMTI)
Entry Requirements
MMTI AdC Direct Entry You must have completed a minimum of 36 months’ sea time with a minimum of 6 months watch keeping supported by testimonials issued by the ship’s master, entries in CDC and supported by documents issued company representatives. Please refer to MSN 1856.
Proficiency in English Language equivalent to IELTS Overall score 5.5 (Academic, General or UKVI) is required for this course.
Qualification Obtained
Advanced Certificate Nautical Science
Assessment Methods
Please see page 8 of the Programme Handbook.
Teaching and Learning Methods
You will attend MMTI for six months where a two term structure is in place to support all students on this programme to complete the learning for the AdC or AdD modules. Throughout your programme you will learn and be assessed in a range of ways to support the overall aims and outcomes of the programme in order to equip you with the appropriate skills for roles within the maritime industry. Employers will be looking for a range of skills and competencies, including innovation and initiative. They will be keen to employ strong communicators and team players. The programme is designed to promote the development of these qualities alongside core technical competencies and academic knowledge.
Units
Each unit has its own learning, teaching and assessment strategy to suit specific aspects of the curriculum. You will progress through the units via a range of learning and assessment styles, and the supportive structure of the programme allows you to build on knowledge developed in earlier units.
Resources
The resources to support you in your studies include books, e-books and journals, as well as the college Canvas, the college’s virtual learning environment (VLE). Canvas provides an online platform for programme resources, allowing you to access materials 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Learning Resource Centre provides access to all relevant publications, as identified on the reading lists. You will receive access to maritime specific documents and eBooks with membership to Witherby connect and Regs4ships. Access to the Ocean Learning Platform is available with a library of videos designed for training industry professionals. Canvas provides an online platform for programme resources, allowing you to access materials to supplement your classroom based studies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Industry Placement and Field Trips
While there is no specific unit dedicated to Work Based Learning or Placement, experience onboard ships, is essential for obtaining OOW and Chief Mate CoC.
Other Costs and Equipment Needed
You will be required to purchase the following items for your course, these can be purchased from any supplier therefore prices may vary, Compass, Parallel rule, Dividers, Drawing instruments, Pens, Pencils, Erasers.
Candidates will need calculators as specified by the rubric of individual module and as permitted by the College. The College approved models are Casio FX- 70, Casio FX- 85GT Plus and Casio FX 115 MS. These may be purchased from any source. You will require access to a computer or laptop with internet access.
Learning Resources are provided on-site at Fleetwood Nautical Campus and free for students to use within normal college working hours. You should check with MMTI for information on recourses and timings when available. Notice of Eligibility for MCA Orals exam must be applied for by the students’ directly prior arrival at Fleetwood for SQA exams and short courses.
There is a cost of £220 (22/23) for the Notice of Eligibility, please see MSN 4274.
Expert Tutors
All staff involved in the delivery of any courses within the College are approved to teach and/or assess the subjects and modules they deliver. The approval process ensures that staff delivering and/or assessing a given programme are appropriately qualified, with relevant technical and industrial experience and professional practice.
Tuition Fees
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Regulation and Accreditation
Accrediting Institution: N/A
Awarding Body: Scottish Qualification Authority
Terms and Conditions
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