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For two decades, American Digital University (ADU) has been publishing quality courses related to the maritime industry. Its journey began with the realisation that there was a real problem with access in the sector, so it set about addressing this through the creation of more accessible instructional and learning opportunities for students interested in entering the maritime industry.

Together with industry and educational leaders, ADU has worked to redefine maritime learning and training by transforming brick-and-mortar classes into effective web-based channels. In India, through a government sponsored programme, ADU has become the de facto online training provider for the national maritime community and works extensively with the regional Work Force Development Boards to provide skill-based training.

ADU also specialises in e-learning consultancy and e-learning content development for various higher education institutions. Alongside its highly successful maritime course, it also publishes courses in mathematics and science.Read the full story of how ADU became industry leaders in maritime education on the Alison Blog.

Free, Online Courses Created by ADU

  • Certificate

    Structural Arrangement of Midship and Hull Fittings

    3-4 hrs
    The free online course uncovers the bow, stern and midship structures’ structural arrangements and functions of a ship.
  • Certificate

    Propulsion Systems and Load Lines

    3-4 hrs
    This free online course explains marine propulsion systems and load lines and covers the Voith-Schneider system.
  • Diploma

    Diploma in Terrestrial and Coastal Navigation

    10-15 hrs
    This free online course outlines the importance of coastal navigation and aids used for estimating a vessel’s position.
  • Diploma

    Diploma in Ship Construction

    10-15 hrs
    This free online course specialises in ship construction, bulkheads, stresses and explains the Voith-Schneider system.
  • Diploma

    Diploma in International Convention and Maritime Law

    10-15 hrs
    Become an expert in implementing IMO and ILO conventions and learn important maritime law in this free online course.
  • Certificate

    Introduction to IMO Conventions and Codes

    3-4 hrs
    This free online course explains the development of international conventions and the requirements for a flag state.
  • Certificate

    Introduction to ILO Conventions and Maritime Law

    3-4 hrs
    This free online course covers the structure of ILO conventions and the important maritime law related to seaworthiness.
  • Certificate

    Beginner Tugboat Tools

    3-4 hrs
    The free online course on tools used on a tugboat explains the safety guidelines for using various tugboat tools.
  • Certificate

    Ship Cargo Handling and Ventilation Systems

    3-4 hrs
    This free online course will teach you the business and processes of expertly handling and conveying cargo with ships.
  • Certificate

    Ship Stowage Handling - General and Deck Cargo

    3-4 hrs
    Learn about effective methods for stowage handling of general and deck cargo on board ships in this free online course.
  • Certificate

    Ship Stowage Handling - Timber and Container Cargo

    3-4 hrs
    This free online course explains the proper stowage handling methods for timber and container cargo on board ships.
  • Certificate

    Beginner Tug Operations and Safety

    3-4 hrs
    Discover a tugboat’s operations, features and various welding and soldering processes in this free online course.
  • Certificate

    Introduction to Ship Stability and Simpson's Rules

    3-4 hrs
    This free online course teaches the application of Simpson’s Rules in maintaining ship stability and architecture.
  • Certificate

    Hydrostatic Curves in Ship Stability

    3-4 hrs
    This marine engineering course covers concepts of displacement, hydrostatic curves and transverse statical stability.
  • Certificate

    Manoeuvring and Control of Marine Vessels

    3-4 hrs
    This free online course examines the various manoeuvering methods and calculations of the rate of turn of a vessel.
  • Certificate

    Introduction to Emergency Operations and Safety at Sea

    3-4 hrs
    This free marine safety course explains emergency operations and various manoeuvring methods in different conditions.
  • Certificate

    Introduction to Marine Electrical

    4-5 hrs
    This free online course analyses principles, mechanisms and applications of electricity in marine electrical systems.
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