The global maritime industry is governed by international conventions that ensure safety at sea, protect the marine environment, and regulate the training and welfare of seafarers. Understanding these conventions is essential for anyone planning a career in shipping, ports, or maritime operations.
Introduction to Maritime Conventions provides an easy-to-understand overview of the most important maritime conventions and the organizations behind them. The course explains why these conventions exist, how they are applied in real shipping operations, and how they affect ships, ports, terminals, seafarers, and maritime companies. This course is ideal for students, trainees, professionals, or beginners who want a strong foundation in maritime regulations without complex legal language.
Features
- Clear and simple explanations without legal complexity
- Covers major maritime conventions and supporting regulations
- Structured modules for easy understanding
- Strong foundation for advanced maritime courses
Target audiences
- Suitable for students from non-maritime backgrounds
- Fresh entrants to the maritime industry
- Port, terminal, and shipping company trainees
- Anyone seeking a basic understanding of maritime conventions
Requirements
- No prior knowledge of maritime law or conventions is required
- Basic understanding of shipping or logistics is helpful but not mandatory
- Interest in maritime studies, shipping, or port operations
Curriculum
- 10 Sections
- 13 Lessons
- 2 Hours
- Course Overview1
- Module 1: Foundations of Maritime Conventions1
- Module 2: International Regulatory Bodies1
- Module 3: Main International Maritime Conventions5
- Module 4: Other IMO Safety-Related Conventions & Codes1
- Module 5: Environmental Protection Conventions1
- Module 6: Maritime Security, Emergency & Liability Conventions1
- Module 7: Port State Control and Compliance1
- Module 8: Practical Importance of Maritime Conventions1
- Final Assessment1
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