Search and Rescue (SAR) (1 cr)
Code: SF14M102-3007
General information
Enrollment
11.06.2021 - 30.09.2021
Timing
20.09.2021 - 05.11.2021
Number of ECTS credits allocated
1 op
Virtual portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
Distance learning
Unit
Faculty of Technology and Seafaring
Campus
Åbo, Hertig Johans parkgata 21
Teaching languages
- Svenska
Seats
1 - 60
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Maritime Studies
- Degree Programme in Maritime Studies
Teachers
- Ossi Westilä
- Ahti Hyppönen
Teacher in charge
Petteri Niittymäki
Groups
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SFK18D-ÅSjökapten (YH) h18, dagstudier
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SFK18F-ÅSjökapten (YH) h18, flerformsstudier
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
14.sep 13.nov
Teaching methods
• Classroom lectures
• Exercises in the simulator
Exam schedules
30.okt
International connections
1.11
Completion alternatives
Written examination.
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
• Demonstrates familiarity with the industry's knowledge base.
• Can find information from a source of information for a case.
• Can use guided models in situations
• Is able to solve a given task independently.
• Can coordinate and promote the group's goal-oriented activities.
• Can act responsibly in accordance with ecological principles in different situations
Evaluation scale
Approved/Rejected
Qualifications
Watchkeeping Duties 2