Ship Construction and Basic Stability

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WHAT IS THIS COURSE?

Course Overview

Foundational course covering vessel structure, nomenclature, hydrostatics, and stability principles. Trainees learn how ship construction affects stability and handling, essential knowledge for crew members involved in ballast, trim, and cargo operations.

Prerequisites

  • Basic maritime knowledge or STCW Basic Training
  • GCSE maths or equivalent (basic)
  • Work in maritime environment
  • No formal age or medical requirement

What You'll Learn

  • Ship structural components and terminology
  • Hydrostatic principles and graphs
  • Stability concepts (metacentre, GM, righting moment)
  • Effects of loading on stability
  • Free surface effect
  • Practical stability calculations
COURSE AT A GLANCE

Key Facts

Duration
3 days
Typical Cost
$1,100
Issuing Body
USCG / STCW
Certificate
Completion Cert
UPCOMING DATES

Available Course Dates

Date School Location Price
13 Jul 2026 – 17 Jul 2026 Maritime Institute (Training Resources Maritime Institute / TRLMI) San Diego, United States $1,100 Book →
26 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026 Maritime Institute (Training Resources Maritime Institute / TRLMI) San Diego, United States $1,100 Book →
WHERE TO STUDY

Schools Offering This Course

Maritime Institute (Training Resources Maritime Institute / TRLMI)
San Diego, United States
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