Course details
The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers provides standards regarding emergency, occupational safety, and survival. The course provides these standards to meet minimum requirements for familiarization, basic safety, fire fighting, and survival in emergency situations, and the syllabus is in compliance with TP 4957, December 2016.
Prerequisite(s)
- A valid Seafarers Medical or completed Medical Clearance form. 16 years of age or older. https://www.bcit.ca/files/transportation/pdf/marine/form_medical_clearance.pdf
Credits
3.0
Cost
$2,483.26 - $2,499.70 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2022
Below is one offering of MEDI 1510 for the Spring/Summer 2022 term.
CRN 68190
Duration
Tue Jun 21 - Thu Jun 30 (2 weeks)
- 2 weeks
- CRN 68190
- $2483.26
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 21 - Jun 24 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | 08:30 - 16:00 | Marine JIBC |
| Jun 27 - Jun 30 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 08:30 - 16:00 | Marine BMC Rm. 138 |
Instructor
Carla Lang
Course outline
Cost
$2483.26
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
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IMPORTANT NOTE: COURSE STARTS AT JIBC AND THE LAST FOUR DAYS ARE AT BCIT MARINE CAMPUS Please email or fax all supporting prerequisite documents with your BCIT student number to MED@bcit.ca / 604-985-2862. please refer to prerequisite section of course webpage for details. Allow two business days for the approval to be processed before registering. Following registration, instructions will be emailed to you. Please thoroughly read as it pertains to the course and the required materials. To obtain a valid STCW Basic Safety Certificate of Proficiency, the Basic Training Certificate issued by BMC and a valid Marine First Aid certificate must be presented to Transport Canada. Note: Days 1 through 4 of the MEDI 1510 are conducted at the JIBC campus in Maple Ridge. Days 5 through 8 are conducted at the Marine Campus in North Vancouver.
Status
In Progress
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings or subscribe to receive email updates.
Fall 2022
Below are two offerings of MEDI 1510 for the Fall 2022 term.
CRN 49082
Duration
Thu Sep 22 - Thu Sep 29 (2 weeks)
- 2 weeks
- CRN 49082
- $2499.70
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 22 - Sep 25 | Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | 08:30 - 16:00 | Marine JIBC |
| Sep 26 - Sep 29 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 08:30 - 16:00 | Marine BMC Rm. 238 |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$2499.70
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
-
IMPORTANT NOTE: COURSE STARTS AT JIBC AND THE LAST FOUR DAYS ARE AT BCIT MARINE CAMPUS Please email or fax all supporting prerequisite documents with your BCIT student number to MED@bcit.ca / 604-985-2862. please refer to prerequisite section of course webpage for details. Allow two business days for the approval to be processed before registering. Additional information will be emailed to you approximately 1 week prior to course start date. Please thoroughly read as it pertains to the course and the required materials. To obtain a valid STCW Basic Safety Certificate of Proficiency, the Basic Training Certificate issued by BMC and a valid Marine First Aid certificate must be presented to Transport Canada. Note: Days 1 through 4 of the MEDI 1510 are conducted at the JIBC campus in Maple Ridge. Days 5 through 8 are conducted at the Marine Campus in North Vancouver.
Status
CRN 49084
Duration
Fri Nov 18 - Fri Nov 25 (2 weeks)
- 2 weeks
- CRN 49084
- $2499.70
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 18 - Nov 20 | Fri, Sat, Sun | 08:30 - 16:00 | Marine JIBC |
| Nov 21 | Mon | 08:30 - 16:00 | Marine JIBC |
| Nov 22 - Nov 25 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | 08:30 - 16:00 | Marine BMC |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$2499.70
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
-
IMPORTANT NOTE: COURSE STARTS AT JIBC AND THE LAST FOUR DAYS ARE AT BCIT MARINE CAMPUS Please email or fax all supporting prerequisite documents with your BCIT student number to MED@bcit.ca / 604-985-2862. please refer to prerequisite section of course webpage for details. Allow two business days for the approval to be processed before registering. Additional information will be emailed to you approximately 1 week prior to course start date. Please thoroughly read as it pertains to the course and the required materials. To obtain a valid STCW Basic Safety Certificate of Proficiency, the Basic Training Certificate issued by BMC and a valid Marine First Aid certificate must be presented to Transport Canada. Note: Days 1 through 4 of the MEDI 1510 are conducted at the JIBC campus in Maple Ridge. Days 5 through 8 are conducted at the Marine Campus in North Vancouver.
Status
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain types of emergency situations which may occur, such as collision, fire, and foundering.
- Describe different types of lifesaving appliances normally carried on various vessels.
- Describe equipment in survival craft.
- Explain the location of personal lifesaving appliances.
- Describe principles concerning survival, including: Value of training and drills; Personal protective clothing and equipment; Need to be ready for any emergency; Actions to be taken when called to survival craft stations; Actions to be taken when required to abandon ship.
- Demonstrate proficiency in actions to be taken when called to survival craft stations, and having to abandon ship.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of lifesaving appliances and equipment.
- Explain about shipboard contingency plans for response to emergencies.
- Describe emergency signals and specific duties allocated to crew members in the muster list, muster stations, and correct use of personal safety equipment.
- Describe action to take on discovering potential emergency; including fire, collision, foundering, and ingress of water into the ship.
- Describe action to take on hearing emergency alarm signals.
- Describe escape routes and internal communication and alarm systems.
- Apply the basic knowledge of the impact of shipping on the marine environment, and the effects of operational or accidental pollution on it.
- Explain basic environment protection procedures.
- Demonstrate an understanding regarding the complexity and diversity of the marine environment.
- Describe importance of adhering to safe working practices at all times.
- Describe safety and protective devices available to protect against potential hazards on board ship.
- Describe precautions to be taken prior to entering enclosed spaces.
- Explain how familiarization with international measures concerning accident prevention and occupational health is done.
- Explain the factors contributing to effective communications on board ship.
- Explain basic team working principles and practice, including conflict resolution.
- Describe importance of maintaining good human and working relationships on board ship.
- Explain social responsibilities, employment conditions, individual rights and obligations, and dangers of drug and alcohol abuse.
- Describe the necessity of actions to take to control fatigue.
Effective as of Winter 2017
Related Programs
STCW Basic Safety (MEDI 1510) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Transportation
- Bridge Watch Rating
Associate Certificate Full-time
- Marine Engineering
Diploma Full-time/Cooperative Education
- Nautical Sciences
Diploma Full-time/Cooperative Education
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