Imo Model: Course 1.45
An officer who has completed Course 1.45 can prove due diligence. If a junior engineer accidentally pumps bilge water overboard due to a faulty separator, the officer's knowledge of proper logbook entry and bypass protocol becomes a legal shield. Conversely, ignorance of the course content has led to criminal prosecutions (fines and imprisonment) for officers in the US and Europe.
To understand the hierarchy, view the IMO Model Course series as a building: imo model course 1.45
| Course Number | Title | Focus | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1.45 | Train the Simulator Trainer & Assessor | The meta-skill: Teaching with simulators. | | 1.22 | Training Course for ECDIS | The technical skill: Using Electronic charts. | | 1.27 | Operational Use of Shiphandling Simulators | The technical skill: Maneuvering the ship. | | 6.10 | Train the Maritime Trainer (Classroom) | The basic skill: General teaching. | An officer who has completed Course 1
Key distinction: Model Course 6.10 is for classroom instruction (flipcharts, presentations). Model Course 1.45 is specifically for simulation (high-fidelity, real-time, stress-induced training). You should ideally have Course 6.10 before taking 1.45. To understand the hierarchy, view the IMO Model
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:



