MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course
Wed 9 Sept · 09:00
UHI Shetland Scalloway Campus
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A three-day course on the MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping starts at UHI Shetland Scalloway Campus in September. The curriculum includes practical training using a full mission bridge simulator for radar.
MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping
This is a practical, hands on course using our full mission bridge simulator for radar and electronic chart systems . Exercises will simulate real watchkeeping scenarios which can be applied to the coastal sea area.
There is no formal exam during the course, but students must demonstrate good navigational practice which will be assessed during the bridge simulator exercises.
Successful students will obtain MCA certification enabling them to meet the requirements of the Workboat Code, Appendix 2, related to the operational use of Radar.
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MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course takes place on Wednesday, 9 September 2026 at 09:00.
MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course is held at UHI Shetland Scalloway Campus in Aberdeen (UHI Shetland, Scalloway, ZE1 0UN).
Tickets for MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course are priced at £750. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
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MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course
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A three-day course on the MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping starts at UHI Shetland Scalloway Campus in September. The curriculum includes practical training using a full mission bridge simulator for radar.
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MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping
This is a practical, hands on course using our full mission bridge simulator for radar and electronic chart systems . Exercises will simulate real watchkeeping scenarios which can be applied to the coastal sea area.
There is no formal exam during the course, but students must demonstrate good navigational practice which will be assessed during the bridge simulator exercises.
Successful students will obtain MCA certification enabling them to meet the requirements of the Workboat Code, Appendix 2, related to the operational use of Radar.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course?
MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course takes place on Wednesday, 9 September 2026 at 09:00.
Where is MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course taking place?
MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course is held at UHI Shetland Scalloway Campus in Aberdeen (UHI Shetland, Scalloway, ZE1 0UN).
How much are tickets for MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course?
Tickets for MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course are priced at £750. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
How do I get tickets for MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course?
Tickets for MCA Small Ships Electronic Chart System and Bridge Watchkeeping 3day course can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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