Maritime Port English Maritime English, Port Operatives

To ensure that participants have knowledge of the fundamental technical terms necessary for those working in the maritime and port environment, with particular attention to the phases of navigation, management of emergencies at sea and port activities; to provide the learner with the understanding, knowledge and skills necessary to manage technical communication, verbal and written, in the maritime and port environment.

1. Introduction: linguistic structure of maritime English.
2. Maritime activity section: ship structures ,types of cargo; ship types and their cargo spaces; ship propulsion systems; ship armament; marine meteorology; radio communications and communications in emergency situations; rules for preventing collisions at sea; aids to navigation including integrated systems and safety equipment; written communications and steering system; fire-fighting system; application of standard phrasebook in operational situations.
3. Port business section: port facilities; actual time of departure; letter of transport; landing card; bill of lading; at border; sea freight; port fees; harbor master's office; duties; licenses; certificate of acceptance; loading area and berth.