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Module 1: Deck Cargo

Module 1: Cargoes and Ships

Cargoes and Ships - Learning Outcomes

Cargoes and Ships

Inspection and Preparation of Holds

Using Dunnage

Cargoes and Ships - Lesson Summary

Module 2: Securing Cargoes

Securing Cargoes - Learning Outcomes

Securing Cargoes

Methods of Securing Cargoes

Methods of Securing Heavy Loads, Vehicles, and Trailers

Securing Cargoes - Lesson Summary

Module 3: Ventilation

Ventilation - Learning Outcomes

Ventilation and Cargo Sweat

Operation of Ventilation System

Cargoes Requiring Special Ventilation

Ventilation - Lesson Summary

Module 4: General Cargo

General Cargo - Learning Outcomes

General Cargo and Loading

Multipurpose Ships

Ro-Ro Operations

Carriage and Stowage

General Cargo - Lesson Summary

Module 5: Deck Cargo

Deck Cargo - Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Deck Cargo

Unobstructed View From Navigating Bridge

IMO Code of Safe Practice

Deck Cargo - Lesson Summary

Module 6: Diploma in Cargo Handling and Stowage - First Assessment

First Assessment

Module 7: Timber Cargo

Timber Cargo - Learning Outcomes

Timber Cargo and Carriage

Stowage and Lashing of Timber Deck Cargoes

Loading Timber Deck Cargoes

Safety During Transit

Timber Cargo - Lesson Summary

Module 8: Container Cargo

Container Cargo - Learning Outcomes

Trends in Container Ships and Fleet

Container Ships

Types of Containers

Container Stowage Details

Owning vs. Leasing Containers

Container Cargo - Lesson Summary

Module 9: Liner Operations

Liner Operations - Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Liner Operations

Liner Service Strategies

Mega Container Ships and Maritime Logistics

Mega Container Ships and Their Impacts

Liner Operations - Lesson Summary

Module 10: Cargo - Handling Equipment

Cargo - Handling Equipment - Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Cargo-Handling Equipment

Topping Lifts

Ship's Rigging Plan

Cargo - Handling Equipment - Lesson Summary

Module 11: Cargo - Handling Safety

Cargo - Handling Safety - Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Cargo-Handling Safety

Effect of Heavy Lift on Seaworthiness

Seaworthiness

Effective Communication

Cargo - Handling Safety - Lesson Summary

Module 12: Diploma in Cargo Handling and Stowage - Second Assessment

Second Assessment

Course assessment

Diploma in Cargo Handling and Stowage - Final Assessment

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