G Guidance on Training and Assessment in the Operational Use of ECDIS Simulators
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G Guidance on Training and Assessment in the Operational Use of ECDIS Simulators

34 When simulators are being used for training or assessment in the operational use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), the following interim guidance should be taken into consideration in any such training or assessment.

35 Training and assessment in the operational use of the ECDIS should:

  • .1 incorporate the use of ECDIS simulation equipment; and

  • .2 conform to standards not inferior to those given in paragraphs 35 to 37 below.

36 ECDIS simulation equipment should, in addition to meeting all applicable performance standards set out in section A-I/12 of the STCW Code, as amended, be capable of simulating navigational equipment and bridge operational controls which meet all applicable performance standards adopted by the Organization, incorporate facilities to generate soundings and:

  • .1 create a real-time operating environment, including navigation control and communications instruments and equipment appropriate to the navigation and watchkeeping tasks to be carried out and the manoeuvring skills to be assessed; and

  • .2 realistically simulate "own ship" characteristics in open‑water conditions, as well as the effects of weather, tidal stream and currents.

37 Demonstrations of, and practice in, ECDIS use should be undertaken, where appropriate, through the use of simulators. Training exercises should preferably be undertaken in real time, in order to increase trainees' awareness of the hazards of the improper use of ECDIS. Accelerated timescale may be used only for demonstrations.

38 Detailed guidance is provided in appendix 3.

Parent topic: Annex - ECDIS - Guidance for Good Practice
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