Short Range Certificate for VHF operators (SRC) Galway
2024-03-29 - 2024-03-30 | Galway
Who this course is for: Anyone who operates a recreational craft, passenger boat or fishing boat in coastal or inland waterways.
Length of course: This course is usually held over one evening, Friday, (3.5 hrs.) and one day, Saturday, (including exam time – approx. 8 hrs.). Though we can also run the course mid-week over two days.
Objective: To gain the knowledge and confidence to successfully operate VHF radio including sending and receiving distress communications.
Assessment: There are two written exams and two oral exam. Successful candidates will receive a Short Range Radio Certificate issued by the Department of Transport and recognized worldwide.
Prerequisites: While it is helpful to have previous knowledge of marine radio communications, it is not obligatory.
Format of the course: Prior to the course, candidates are given course notes and are encouraged to access our online simulator.
Course notes will be given in-class and each student will have hands-on practice with VHF radios, as well as with EPIRBs, SARTs, and NAVTEX.
Syllabus:

Types of Communications in the Maritime Mobile Service
Types of Stations in the Maritime Mobile Service
Radio Frequencies and ChannelsFunctionality of Ship Station Equipment
Basic controls and usage of VHF radio
VHF antennas Purpose and use of Digital Selective Calling (DSC)
Search and Rescue Procedures (SAR)
Distress, Urgency and Safety Communications in GMDSS
Maritime Safety Information (MSI)
Alerting and Location Signals
Operational procedures and regulations for VHF Communications in regards to Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS)
