GMDSS General Operators Certificate (GOC)
Marine Radio Course
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.
To apply for your place or find out more:
Upcoming Courses
February 2025
13
February
Thursday
Stability Awareness for Experienced Fishermen – 13 FEBRUARY 2025 – FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR EXPERIENCED FISHERMEN
Newlyn | Seafood Cornwall Training Hub, Strand, Newlyn, Penzance
14
February
Friday
Advanced Stability Awareness – 14 FEBRUARY 2025 – FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR EXPERIENCED FISHERMEN
Newlyn | Seafood Cornwall Training Hub, Strand, Newlyn, Penzance
19
February
Wednesday
Proficiency in Designated Security Duties – 19 Feb – PILOT
Newlyn | Seafood Cornwall Training Hub, Strand, Newlyn, Penzance
20
February
Thursday
STCW Personal Survival Techniques/Sea Survival – 20 FEBRUARY 2025 FULL
Newquay | Heron Tennis and Conference, CentreTrenance Leisure Park, Edgcumbe Ave, Newquay TR7 2LZ
21
February
Friday
24 -
28
February
Monday
RYA Day Skipper Shore Based Course – 24 – 28 FEBRUARY 2025 – FULL
Newlyn | Seafood Cornwall Training Hub, Strand, Newlyn, Penzance
26
February
Wednesday
05
March
Wednesday
GOC- GMDSS General Operators Certificate – 26 Feb to 5 March (8 days including the weekend) – PILOT
Newlyn | Seafood Cornwall Training Hub, Strand, Newlyn, Penzance
March 2025
10
March
Monday
14
March
Friday
GMDSS VHF Short Range Certificate – 14 MARCH 2025
Newlyn | Seafood Cornwall Training Hub, Strand, Newlyn, Penzance
17
March
Monday
Health and Safety for New Entrants – 17 March 2025
Newlyn | Seafood Cornwall Training Hub, Strand, Newlyn, Penzance
17 -
19
March
Monday
H.E.L.M (Operational) – 17-19 March – PILOT
Newlyn | Seafood Cornwall Training Hub, Strand, Newlyn, Penzance
18
March
Tuesday
Firefighting and Fire Prevention for Fishermen – 18 MARCH 2025
Newlyn | Seafood Cornwall Training Hub, Strand, Newlyn, Penzance
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