The syllabus is logically divided into four core modules, each elevating the standard of instruction:
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Verify ship compliance with international conventions like , MARPOL , STCW , and Load Line . The syllabus is logically divided into four core
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accurately and report them to both the flag State and the IMO. Understand flag State functions
IMO Model Course 3.09: Port State Control (2001 Edition, updated January 2026) provides a framework for training government officials and maritime professionals in the execution of Port State Control (PSC) duties. IMO e-Publications Course Overview & Scope This course is designed for Government technical officials
Given the nature of environmental risks, which are often systemic, the course recommends the use of case studies. Historical incidents, such as the Exxon Valdez or Prestige disasters, serve as powerful teaching tools to illustrate the consequences of negligence and the chain of errors that lead to environmental damage.