Study Guide

Objective

By the end of the course, students will be able to:
- Understand the administrative and legal frameworks governing autonomous vessels
- Analyze approval processes and regulatory challenges in national and international waters
- Evaluate the role of maritime authorities and classification societies
- Assess the impact of autonomous technologies on safety, compliance, and operational procedures
- Explore future governance models for autonomous maritime operations

Content

Autonomous Vessels: Definitions and Classifications
Regulatory Frameworks: IMO, EU, and National Guidelines
Approval Processes in Flag States
Safety, Risk, and Compliance in Autonomous Operations
Role of Classification Societies and Technical Standards
Port State Control and Fairway Management
Future Governance and Policy Development

Qualifications

Other Curriculums studies must be completed before this course

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

50-60%=1
60-70%=2

Assessment criteria, good (3)

70-80%=3
80-90%=4

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

90 -100%

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

NA

Materials

In MOODLE

Further information

In MOODLE