Description

Course Name: Certified Tanker Operations Professional

Global Occupational Skill Standard – GOSS ID: GOSS/TL/CTOP/V1

Eligibility: Graduation or Equivalent or minimum 2 years of relevant experience (experience-based learners can directly enroll and certify).

Objective: The Certified Tanker Operations Professional course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills required to oversee the operation and management of tanker vessels transporting liquid cargo such as oil, chemicals, and liquefied gases. The course covers tanker types, cargo handling procedures, tank cleaning, stability and ballasting, safety management systems, emergency response, and compliance with international conventions such as MARPOL, SOLAS, and the International Safety Management (ISM) Code. 

Certification: Within 5 days after Completion of Online Assessment.

Get ready to join the Journey to become a GSDCI Certified Professional  – International Certification and Assessment Body.

Steps to become a GSDCI Certified Professional:

Step 1: Select your certification you want to pursue.

Step 2: Click on get certified tab, new pop up window will open.

Step 3: Click on pay certification fee, you will be redirected to billing details page.

Step 4: Fill your details and click on pay certification fee, You will be redirected to payment gateway, pay fee by any available options like Card(Debit/Credit), Wallet, Paytm, Net banking, UPI and Google pay.

Step 5: You will get Login Credentials of Online E-Books and Online assessment link on your email id, within 48 hrs of payment.

Step 6: After completion of the online assessment, the soft copy of your certificate will be sent to your registered email ID within 5 days.

Assessment Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Tanker Operations and Industry Overview: Overview of tanker types: crude, product, chemical, and gas tankers, Roles and responsibilities of a Tanker Operations Manager, Key stakeholders in tanker shipping, Regulatory framework and compliance (IMO, MARPOL, SOLAS, ISGOTT), Safety and environmental considerations specific to tanker operations, Industry trends and challenges.

Module 2: Tanker Vessel Operations and Voyage Planning: Voyage planning and route optimization, Cargo handling procedures for liquid bulk, Loading, unloading, and ballasting operations, Stability and trim considerations for tankers, Coordination with port and terminal facilities, Weather and risk assessment during voyages.

Module 3: Cargo and Tank Management: Types of cargo and their properties, Tank cleaning and maintenance procedures, Cargo compatibility and segregation, Monitoring cargo quality and contamination prevention, Use of inert gas systems and safety devices, Documentation and recordkeeping for cargo operations.

Module 4: Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance: Safety management systems (ISM Code) implementation, Hazard identification and risk assessment, Emergency response and spill containment, Compliance with environmental regulations and pollution prevention, Crew training and safety drills, Incident investigation and reporting.

Module 5: Crew and Resource Management: Crew recruitment, training, and certification requirements, Crew welfare and performance monitoring, Resource allocation and shift scheduling, Communication and coordination onboard and with shore, Maintaining operational efficiency and morale, Conflict resolution and leadership skills.

Module 6: Financial Management and Technology Integration: Budgeting and cost control in tanker operations, Chartering contracts and freight rate negotiations, Risk management and insurance considerations, Use of tanker management software and digital tools, Data analytics for operational improvement, Capstone project: develop a comprehensive tanker operation plan including safety, environmental, and financial aspects.

GSDCI Online Assessment Detail:

• Duration- 60 minutes.
• Number of Questions- 30.
• Number of Questions from each module: 5.
• Language: English.
• Exam Type: Multiple Choice Questions.
• Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 50%.
• There is no negative marking in any module.

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