GMDSS General Operators Certificate (GOC)

Marine Radio Course

COURSE DURATION

8 Day

COST

£1480 (Including exam fee)

Course Overview.

The GMDSS GOC (General Operators Certificate) is the highest level of radio operator’s licence available.
The GOC certificate meets all STCW conditions and is required for an MCA Certificates of Competency unlimited.

GMDSS GOC allows the operator to operate radio equipment onboard any vessel operating in any sea area. There is also additional responsibilities for equipment testing and emergency situations.

Course Content

This course is taught using radio simulators and covers the following topics:

  • MF/HF/VHF Digital Selective Calling (DSC)
  • MF/HF Radiotelephony
  • VHF Radio
  • Navtex Receiver
  • Inmarsat C Telex
  • Inmarsat C EGC
  • Fleet Safety Voice Communications
  • Iridium GMDSS
  • Portable survival equipment – EPIRB, SART, AIS-SART, Handheld VHF
  • SOLAS Distress, Urgency & Safety communications
  • GMDSS Logkeeping
  • GMDSS Checks and Tests including Battery Maintenance
  • Radio regulations, systems and good practice

Examination Type

The GOC examination consists of three sections

  • General knowledge written exam
  • Radiotelephony examination: A simulation of radiotelephony distress is conducted
  • The operational performance test

Other fees and requirements

This course also requires:

  • Passport size photo with candidate’s name on the back

Certificates will be sent directly to candidates on completion of the exam.

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