Secondary Vocational Educational Programme: Ship Deck Operation
Registration Number: 10.16.1

Qualification to be Awarded:
Secondary Vocational Qualification in Ship Deck Operation

Aim of the Programme:
The aim of the programme is to train a deck rating who will be able to perform the following duties: safe operation of deck equipment and machinery; participation in safe navigational watchkeeping, mooring and anchoring operations; participation in preventive maintenance and repair of deck machinery and in cargo operations on board ships; steering the vessel; maintenance and cleaning of shipboard spaces; performing knotting and rope work; carrying out painting works on board; and ensuring safety on board the vessel.

Admission Requirement:
Completed general education.

Medical Certificate:
A medical certificate issued by a medical institution designated by the Maritime Transport Agency of Georgia.

Upon completion of the programme, the graduate will be awarded an educational document confirming successful completion of the programme, as well as a certificate confirming completion of practical training. Thereafter, in order to obtain a Qualification Certificate / Certificate of Competency, the graduate must undergo certification and pass an examination at the Maritime Transport Agency of the Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development of Georgia.

Employment Opportunities for Graduates:
In accordance with the Law of Georgia on Seafarers’ Education and Certification, after meeting the seafarer certification requirements and obtaining the required recognized seagoing service, a person holding a Level IV vocational qualification in Ship Deck Operation may, upon obtaining the relevant qualification certificate, be employed as a deck rating on merchant, passenger, port service, fishing and other types of vessels. Graduates may also be employed in public or private institutions related to maritime transport services and operations.