MARITIME ENGLISH AND SMCP (STCW IMO Model Course 3.17)

This course provides comprehensive training in Maritime English, with a specific focus on the Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP). It is designed to equip seafarers and shoreside personnel with the essential communication skills required for safe and effective operations in the international maritime industry. The program emphasizes clear, precise, and standardized communication to prevent misunderstandings that can lead to accidents. Participants will learn to use the SMCP for all critical situations, including navigation, maneuvering, cargo handling, and emergency procedures, ensuring they can communicate with vessels, port authorities, and other maritime professionals with confidence and clarity.

• Understand the principles and structure of the Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP).
• Use Maritime English to communicate clearly and effectively in routine and emergency situations.
• Apply SMCP for safe bridge-to-bridge, bridge-to-shore, and on-board communication.
• Interpret and respond to standardized maritime messages, warnings, and instructions.
• Enhance their overall English proficiency in a maritime context.

STCW Convention (Standard Marine Communication Phrases – SMCP, IMO Model Course 3.17), SOLAS (emergency communication), COLREG (bridge-to-bridge communication), ISM Code (internal communication), ISPS Code (security communication), MLC 2006 (crew communication), IMO SMCP requirements.

No scheduled dates at this time. Contact us to request a session.