VLEC (Ethane) Cargo Handling Course - Operational Level

This course is aimed at qualified operational level Deck and Engine Officers (and other personnel assigned cargo watchkeeping duties) working on board VLEC (Ethane) carriers and is specifically aimed at those who will be responsible for safe cargo watchkeeping and supporting the planning and execution of cargo operations related to Ethane.

• Simulator-based exercise of Cooldown, Loading and Discharging operation
• Understanding of dry dock to dry dock voyage cycle (VLEC / Ethane)
• Working principles of ethane cargo containment systems and associated cargo and ballast handling equipment.
• Awareness of VLEC safety and protective systems and equipment
• Identifying, responding to and supporting the management of emergencies on ethane carriers (including ESD/ERS scenarios, where fitted)"

STCW Basic Gas Tanker certification (prior gas tanker experience preferred).

Classroom, Videos, Gas Simulator - G-Sim DNV approved Class A Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (MGC)

Classroom lecture, videos, various examples, simulated cargo exercises

IGC Code, SIGTTO Liquefied Gas Handling Principles on Ships and in Terminal

3 days

Knowledge and practical assessments.

MTC Course Certificate on successful completion of course and summative assessment

This course is regularly offered by our Maritime Training Centres. If you are a BSM seafarer, please contact your local Crew Service Centre (CSC) to learn about the next available course dates. For new seafarers and companies, please click on the 'Request Information' button below, fill and submit the online form. One of our team members will contact you as soon as possible.