Guyana Coastal Masters Course (BM I)

Objective: This course prepares a student for the task of taking command of a vessel

Topics/Modules: Similar  topics as covered in the Coastal Mates with more emphasis on Chart Work calculations, Chart Reading, Ship handling ,Tidal Calculations, Emergency Procedures, Collision Regulations.

Duration: 4 Weeks

Marking Scheme:

  • Written Examination – 1 ½ Hours ( 70% Pass Rate)
  • Oral Examination – 1 Hour (90% Pass Rate)

Certification Offered:

Certification of Merit  issued by MatPal Marine Institute

Licence for this course is issued by the Maritime Administration Department of Guyana based on participant successfully passing examination as set out by MARAD

Pre-requisite: An Applicant must be the holder of a Boat Master II Licence.