Search and Rescue (SAR) (1 cr)
Code: SF22M102-3004
General information
Enrollment
02.07.2025 - 15.03.2026
Timing
16.03.2026 - 16.05.2026
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 cr
Mode of delivery
Contact teaching
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Maritime Studies
Teachers
- Emilia Lindroos
Groups
-
SFK23D-ÅSjökapten (YH), h23, dagstudier
Objective
To give the student knowledge of and skills in the planning and leading search and rescue operations at sea.
Content
• The seafarer’s obligations with reference to SAR operations
• IAMSAR
• Management documentation
• The practical use of SAR resources
• The SAR communication system
• The global MRCC-network
• Rescue equipment and evacuation possibilities onboard a vessel
• Helicopter activities in rescue operations
• Practical exercises in using the IAMSAR and SAR-resources
• Teamworking
Location and time
According to realization timetable
Materials
IAMSAR 2 & 3
Teaching methods
Mainly Simulator course. Lectures and exercises in the classroom or as online studies
Exam schedules
According to realization schedule
Completion alternatives
-
Student workload
40h
Evaluation scale
Approved/Rejected
Assessment methods and criteria
Simulator, assignment
Qualifications
Watchkeeping Duties 2