Polar Code and Arctic Certification Course
Online 300-hour course in Polar Code and Arctic certification. 6 modules covering the Polar Code (Res. MSC.385(94) and MEPC.264(68)), SOLAS Convention (Chapter XIV) and ANSYS Mechanical. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
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What you will be able to do
Identify the specific risks of navigation in polar waters.
Describe the structure and requirements of the Polar Code.
Apply the POLARIS methodology to operational assessment.
Interpret the structural requirements of the IACS polar classes.
Analyse the equipment, systems and environmental measures required.
Plan the process for obtaining the polar ship certificate.
Prepare a polar certification file for a ship.
Who it's for
- Classification society surveyor wishing to specialise in the Polar Code and Arctic certification.
- Naval engineer on polar ships wishing to specialise in the Polar Code and Arctic certification.
- Technical superintendent wishing to specialise in the Polar Code and Arctic certification.
- IMO compliance consultant wishing to specialise in the Polar Code and Arctic certification.
- Ice navigation officer wishing to specialise in the Polar Code and Arctic certification.
- Maritime risk analyst wishing to specialise in the Polar Code and Arctic certification.
- Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter maritime transport.
What you'll work with
- Polar Code (Res. MSC.385(94) and MEPC.264(68))
- SOLAS Convention (Chapter XIV)
- IACS UR I (Polar Class requirements)
- POLARIS (MSC.1/Circ.1519)
- MARPOL Convention
- STCW Convention (training in polar waters)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Polar meteorological and oceanographic conditions1.2Sea ice types and ages1.3WMO sea ice nomenclature1.4Low temperatures and icing1.5Isolation, distances and search and rescue1.6Polar ecosystems and environmental sensitivity1.7History of accidents in polar waters1.8Arctic and Antarctic routes1.9Traffic trends and climate change1.10Case study: analysis of an incident in polar waters
2.1Origin and adoption by the IMO2.2Amendments to SOLAS and MARPOL2.3Part I-A: mandatory safety2.4Part I-B: additional guidance2.5Part II-A and II-B: pollution prevention2.6Scope: Arctic and Antarctic waters2.7Ship categories A, B and C2.8Polar service temperature2.9Relationship with the Antarctic Treaty2.10Workshop: determining a ship's category
3.1Operational assessment under the Code3.2POLARIS and RIO methodology3.3Risk index by polar class and ice3.4Operational limitations and criteria3.5Polar Water Operational Manual (PWOM)3.6Voyage planning and charting3.7Ice information and services3.8Escort and icebreaker procedures3.9Crew training and certification (STCW)3.10Practice: RIO calculation with ice charts
4.1IACS UR I1-I3 polar classes4.2Ice-strengthened structure4.3Machinery and propulsion in ice4.4Stability with ice accretion4.5Subdivision and damage stability4.6Fire protection in cold conditions4.7Life-saving and survival appliances4.8Navigation and communication equipment4.9Prevention of hydrocarbon and waste discharges4.10Laboratory: ice loading on hull structure
5.1Polar ship certificate5.2Classification society surveys5.3Class notations under Finnish-Swedish rules5.4Documentation and onboard records5.5Port State Control5.6National requirements: Canada and Russia5.7Existing ships and adaptations5.8Audits and certification maintenance5.9Lessons from recent inspections5.10Case study: polar ship certificate file
6.1Definition of the ship and operation6.2Determination of polar category and class6.3Operational assessment6.4Analysis of technical requirements6.5Preparation of the PWOM6.6Crew training plan6.7Certification plan6.8Residual risk management6.9Report and presentation6.10Final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded lectures and assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is ANSYS Mechanical, DNV Nauticus Hull, MATLAB, Advanced Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Case studies are based on real procedures from POLARIS operational assessments, ice tank tests and polar operations manual audits. Assessment is continuous per 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.
Identify the specific risks of navigation in polar waters.
Describe the structure and requirements of the Polar Code.
Apply the POLARIS methodology to operational assessment.
Interpret the structural requirements of the IACS polar classes.
Analyse the equipment, systems and environmental measures required.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior degree required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish-language proficiency 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 between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with full-time work.
The programme uses ANSYS Mechanical, DNV Nauticus Hull, MATLAB and Advanced Excel. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area can be credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit transfer policy when enrolling.
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