ISPS Security Course for Port Terminals
Online 300 h course in ISPS security at port terminals. 6 modules covering the ISPS Code, SOLAS Convention Chapter XI-2 and Genetec Security Center. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
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What you will be able to do
Interpret the obligations of the ISPS Code for port facilities.
Carry out protection assessments using a structured methodology.
Structure a protection plan with measures for each security level.
Select access control and surveillance technologies.
Plan staff training, exercises and drills.
Audit the effectiveness of the protection plan.
Prepare a protection proposal for a port facility.
Who it's for
- Port facility security officer who wants to specialise in ISPS Security at port terminals.
- Terminal security manager who wants to specialise in ISPS Security at port terminals.
- Port protection technician who wants to specialise in ISPS Security at port terminals.
- Maritime protection auditor who wants to specialise in ISPS Security at port terminals.
- Control centre coordinator who wants to specialise in ISPS Security at port terminals.
- Infrastructure security consultant who wants to specialise in ISPS Security at port terminals.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter port terminals.
What you'll work with
- ISPS Code
- SOLAS Convention Chapter XI-2
- Regulation (EC) No 725/2004
- Directive 2005/65/EC
- Royal Decree 1617/2007
- IMO Guide to Maritime Security and the ISPS Code (2012)
- ISO 28000:2022
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Origins of the ISPS Code after 20011.2Chapter XI-2 of the SOLAS Convention1.3Mandatory Part A and advisory Part B1.4Ship–port interface1.5Regulation (EC) No 725/20041.6Directive 2005/65/EC on port security1.7Authorities and protection bodies1.8Role of the port facility security officer1.9Declaration of compliance1.10Case study: obligations of a container terminal
2.1Protection assessment methodology2.2Identification of assets and infrastructure2.3Threat and vulnerability analysis2.4Incident scenarios2.5Risk assessment2.6Existing measures and gaps2.7Consultation with stakeholders2.8Periodic review of the assessment2.9Confidentiality of information2.10Workshop: protection assessment of a ro-ro terminal
3.1Structure of the protection plan3.2Security levels 1, 2 and 33.3Access control for people and vehicles3.4Restricted areas and their signage3.5Handling of cargo and provisions3.6Facility surveillance3.7Protection communications3.8Declaration of security with the ship3.9Mandatory protection records3.10Practice: measures by security level
4.1CCTV and video analytics4.2Access control systems4.3Perimeters and intrusion detection4.4Cargo inspection with scanners4.5Port worker accreditation4.6Integration in the control centre4.7Data protection in video surveillance4.8Cyber protection of security systems4.9Maintenance and testing of equipment4.10Case study: redesign of a terminal’s access control
5.1Training of staff with protection duties5.2Awareness for the rest of the staff5.3Quarterly protection exercises5.4Annual drills with authorities5.5Internal audits of the plan5.6European Commission inspections5.7Incident reporting5.8Coordination with law enforcement5.9Continuous improvement of the system5.10Practice: designing a protection exercise
6.1Selection of the port facility6.2Protection assessment6.3Measures by security level6.4Access control plan6.5Training and exercise programme6.6Audit programme6.7Measures budget6.8Review plan6.9Report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the course with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Genetec Security Center, Milestone XProtect, LenelS2 OnGuard, Axis Camera Station, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Case studies are based on real procedures: protection assessment of a port facility, design of exercises and protection drills, and internal audit of the protection plan. Assessment is continuous for each module, plus the final integrating project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Interpret the obligations of the ISPS Code for port facilities.
Carry out protection assessments using a structured methodology.
Structure a protection plan with measures for each security level.
Select access control and surveillance technologies.
Plan staff training, exercises and drills.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior qualification is required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme’s software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 300 hours spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with full-time work.
You will work with Genetec Security Center, Milestone XProtect, LenelS2 OnGuard, Axis Camera Station. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates a free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official Ministry qualification.
Yes. Modules passed in a Course or Postgraduate Diploma in the same area are recognised towards the higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.
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