The following courses for navigating cadets are offered at this Academy : 1. B.Sc.Nautical Science ( three years) 2. Diploma in Nautical Science (one year) 3. Higher National Diploma in Nautical Science (two years) The Navigating Officers who qualify from Vels Academy of Maritime Studies will be responsible for the navigation ships, loading and discharging of cargo, maintenance of ships, safety of passengers and crew and observance of various national and international codes of conduct. In so far as they relate to sea transportation, the highest rank that navigating officers can expect to attain on board a merchant ship is that of A Master (CAPTAIN) of A Ship To be employed as a navigating officer on a merchant ship, it is necessary to obtain a certificate of competency under the regulations in force.
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