AMC Search (Australian Maritime College)
5 days
Advanced training for experienced tug operators focusing on escort towage operations. This 5-day course combines simulator training with theoretical instruction to develop expertise in safely escorting ships under diverse environmental conditions using conventional or Azimuthal propulsion tugs.
While there are no formal entry requirements, candidates are expected to have completed prior tug training such as the Harbour Towage course and possess basic knowledge of vessel stability. Participants should have practical experience in tug operations and be familiar with fundamental maritime safety principles.
The course covers advanced tug handling techniques including direct and transverse arrest procedures, direct and indirect steering modes, and transitions between steering methods. Participants learn powered indirect steering, braking force applications, and stability management including dynamic stability analysis. The program addresses ship/tug interaction dynamics, methods to avoid and create donkey effects, and kinetic energy management. Successful escort response factors and manoeuvre techniques are emphasized throughout the practical simulator-based training.
AMC Search, part of the Australian Maritime College, is a leading maritime training provider with state-of-the-art simulator facilities and partnerships with industry leaders like Kotug Training and Consulting. The college combines decades of maritime expertise with modern training technology, offering accredited certifications recognized internationally in the maritime industry.
Graduates are qualified to work as advanced tug operators and escort specialists in ports and coastal waters worldwide. Career opportunities include positions with towage companies, port authorities, and maritime operators requiring specialized escort towage expertise. The certification enhances professional credentials for senior tug captains and maritime professionals seeking advancement in specialized towage operations.
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