AMC Search (Australian Maritime College)
Approximately 28 hours
This AMSA-approved advanced training course equips maritime professionals with essential knowledge and skills for safe oil tanker cargo operations, pollution prevention, and emergency response. Designed for Masters, Chief Engineers, and cargo operation supervisors, it combines online theory with practical simulation exercises.
Participants must hold a valid STCW Advanced Fire Fighting Certificate and STCW Oil and Chemical Tanker Familiarisation Certificate, or a STCW Certificate of Competency for International Waters endorsed with Tanker Familiarisation (Oil and Chemical). A reasonable internet connection and webcam are required for online assessments, and a desktop/laptop is needed for simulation exercises.
The course comprises eleven comprehensive sections: Tanker Development covering structure and design; Basic Properties of Petroleum and Chemistry; Hazards and Monitoring; Information Sources including Safety Data Sheets; Pumps and Pipeline Systems; Ancillary Systems; The Ship/Shore Interface; Confined Space Entry procedures; Oil Pollution Prevention; Inert Gas and Tank Venting Systems; and Emergency Response protocols. Two theory assessments require 100% pass marks, followed by practical simulation exercises using K-Sim Connect online portal.
AMC Search, operated by the Australian Maritime College, is approved by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and delivers courses recognized internationally by maritime authorities including Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Bermuda, Cayman Islands, Hong Kong, Liberia, Marshall Islands, and Panama. The college combines rigorous academic standards with practical maritime expertise and modern simulation technology.
Upon completion, participants are qualified to supervise and train personnel in oil tanker cargo operations, meeting STCW Regulation V/1-1 requirements. Career advancement opportunities include positions as Masters, Chief Engineers, Chief Mates, and Second Engineer Officers with enhanced cargo operation credentials, as well as roles in maritime safety management and training.
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