The course is essentially practical and consists of a series of exercises performed on a GMDSS simulator which meets all applicable performance standards adopted by the organization standards required by Regulation IV/2 &  Section A-IV/2 of STCW ’78 as amended in 2010. With the progressions of the course exercise of increasing complexity will be set to provide realistic practice in the use of GMDSS equipment’s for distress communications, SAR, GMDSS equipment’s maintenance for Area A1.

•	The applicant shall not be less than 18 years of age at the time of closing applications.  
•	Those who wish to gain or enhance their knowledge in the use of Simulator equipment. Their experience and qualifications will be assessed by HOD and their enrollment will be at the discretion of the HOD. 
•	Those who hold Restricted Radio telephony license (RT) and want to upgrade COC to Master 5 and above.