Vertical Integration Course For Trainers (Earlier TOTA)[VICT]

This course is intended to provide training to Instructors to meet the Mandatory minimum requirements as specified in Section A-I/6, A-I/8 and guidance contained in sections B-I/6, B-I/8 of the STCW convention. This course is also designed to meet the requirements of IMO Model course 6.09, “Training Course for Instructors”. Its aim is to provide a useful introduction for those with limited teaching experience and introduce new approaches or serve as a reminder of skills and techniques for those who have been teaching for some time. In addition, it provides a sound basis for the delivery of other training programme. VICT – Vertical Integration Course for Trainers (VICT) is applicable for the Principal, Vice-principal, all the faculty members (permanent and visiting), and instructors of a maritime training institute.

Formerly named “Training for Trainers and Assessors” (TOTA). This Course is mandatory prior to teaching as per the latest DGS circular.

Eligibility

This course is designed for individuals who wish to teach at any D.G. Shipping Approved Institute.

Trainers wishing to deliver training in the competence standards required by the STCW Convention and Code should already have the necessary technical knowledge and be qualified for the task for which training is to be conducted. It is assumed that the course trainees are appropriately qualified in the technical aspects of their subjects.

The technical qualification required for conducting DG-approved courses is mentioned in the individual course guidelines General guidance of faculty requirements is given in DGS Order 5 of 2016

Participants are required to bring a laptop to class every day, starting from Day 1 for the course activities

Non-Indian Participants need to hold a Student Visa to India to undergo the course.

Note: As per D.G.Shipping Guidelines, a candidate will be permitted for the final examination (Exit Exam/ Institute Exam, as applicable) only after successfully completing the E- Learning Module of the course.

Documents Required

INDoS

Laptop

As per DGS Order 20 of 2020, Successful Completion of E-Learning Modules through the DGS website is mandatory to get Digital Certificate for all DG-approved Courses. You must complete the E- Learning Module of the course on D.G.Shipping Website, including passing the E- Learning Assessment, before the completion of your Physical class to be eligible to give your Exit Exam.