Course Description


This simulator course enables a seafarer to get the required Knowledge, Competence & Skill to become a Chief Officer onboard a Foreign Going (FG) Vessel after clearing MMD Exams. This 6-day course, along with other courses, is mandatory for 2nd Mate CoC Holders aspiring to appear for Chief Mate FG Examinations at MMDs after completing their sea service. This simulator course is designed & delivered as per the latest STCW Convention & as per the D. G. Shipping Guidelines, as applicable. Excellent Infrastructure, Quality Faculty & Training & Best MMD Examination results- all under a single roof at HIMT.


Duration: 6 Days
Batch Dates Location / Mode Timing Fees Book Now
01 Jun 2026 - 06 Jun 2026 KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class 7.00 to 13.45 9900Rs
27 Jul 2026 - 01 Aug 2026 KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class 7.00 to 13.45 9900Rs
24 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2026 KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class 7.00 to 13.45 9900Rs
28 Sep 2026 - 03 Oct 2026 KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class 7.00 to 13.45 9900Rs
26 Oct 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 KILPAUK, CHENNAI - Physical Class 7.00 to 13.45 9900Rs

DGS Course ID Exit Exam ELearning ELearning Hours Elearning Pass Mark Course Validity
2221 No No - - Un-Limited

Eligibility


  • Navigating officers with COC
  • Non-Indian Participants need to hold a Student Visa to India to undergo the course.

Documents Required


  • CDC
  • Indian COC
  • ROSC and ARPA certificate (Soft Copy)
  • Bring your Radar plotting instruments on Day 1 of the Course.

 

Details


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Breakfast and refreshments (Limited) are complimentary during the course. Lunch (Veg meals) can be purchased through your HIMT Student Portal.

Kindly ensure your photo and signature in the seafarer profile is updated as the same would be used for Facial Attendance, and certification as per DGS Directives.

Dress Code : Collarless T.Shirts, Shorts, Sandals, Bathroom slippers are not permitted for Physical Classes

D. G. Shipping mandates a minimum batch strength of 25%. In the event that the number of participants in the course reduces due to withdrawals, causing the batch strength to fall below 25% of the batch capacity, the course would be postponed without any additional charges.

Discounted Packages


Radar, ARPA & Navigation Simulator Course [RANSCO] + Masters Medical Care Course [MC]