Objectives: After successful completion of DP Awareness, participants will have an understanding of general DP principles, positioning reference systems, and current national and international rules and regulations for DP.

Target Group: Any person looking to gain a strong understanding of dynamic positioning and its use in various industries.

Course Overview: The training will closely follow the program outlined by the recommendations contained in The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) guidelines.

• General principles of dynamic positioning
• The elements of a DP system, including:
  • Computers and control elements
  • Position reference systems
  • Heading reference systems
  • Wind sensors and other environmental reference systems
  • Power generation elements
  • Thrusters and maneuvering systems
• Sensors and common position reference systems; their principles of operation, their use, operational merits and limitations
• Practical demonstration and operation of a typical DP system
• DP vessel operations. Hazards associated with certain types of operation
• Power generation, redundancy, and management
• DP watchkeeping, watch handover procedures — including communication and documentation

Duration: 4 days.

Price: $1200 USD