Dynamic Positioning Simulator (advanced)
Advanced simulator training for DP operators
This course is Phase C of the Nautical Institute DP Operator training scheme, following the DP Induction and 60 days of DP sea time. You refresh theoretical knowledge and practise various DP scenarios on full-mission simulators, including platform supply, anchor handling and pipe-laying support. The training concludes with an online exam administered by the Nautical Institute. After passing, you can proceed to Phase D to complete your DP Operator certification.
About this course
- Location
- Lloydstraat - Rotterdam
- Language
- English
- Education Format
- Classroom
- Type
- Basic
- Erkenning
- The Nautical Institute
General information
Crew members on DP vessels that navigate under DP class need to follow the steps of the training scheme. After you have completed phase A by obtaining the Dynamic Positioning Induction and you have had at least 60 DP navigation days in phase B and completed all required tasks as described in your DP logbook during your sea time on board a classed DP vessel, the time has come for phase C.
During this course Dynamic Positioning Simulator (advanced) in a small group you will start working on daily DP operations. During this course practical exercises will be carried out on our full mission bridge simulator. The course is a combination of theory and hands-on practical exercises.
This course is part of the DP Operator training scheme of the Nautical Institute (NI). The entire course (theory, simulator scenarios, simulator and the instructors) is accredited by the Nautical Institute in London.
More about this study
During this course you refresh topics from the Dynamic Positioning Induction course. You will also on a daily basis as part of a small group carry out different DP scenarios, such as:
Platform supply
ROV support
Diving support
Survey support
Cable lay
The DP advanced course will be completed by an practical examination and an online exam initiated by the Nautical Institute.
Courses
| Start date | End date | Location | Base price (from) | Available seats | Schedule | View course |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 October 2026 | 15 October 2026 | Lloydstraat - Rotterdam | €2,390.00 (excl. VAT) | 2 | ||
| 30 November 2026 | 3 December 2026 | Lloydstraat - Rotterdam | €2,390.00 (excl. VAT) | 4 | ||
| 11 January 2027 | 14 January 2027 | Lloydstraat - Rotterdam | €2,396.00 (excl. VAT) | 4 | ||
| 8 February 2027 | 11 February 2027 | Lloydstraat - Rotterdam | €2,396.00 (excl. VAT) | 4 | ||
| 30 March 2027 | 2 April 2027 | Lloydstraat - Rotterdam | €2,396.00 (excl. VAT) | 3 |
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