SSH Steering Simulator for helmsman (able seafarer deck and RFPNW)

SSH Steering Simulator for helmsman (able seafarer deck and RFPNW)

steering simulator for helmsman

The "SSH" simulator is designed in conformity with The Manila Amendments to STCW Convention (coming into effect on January, 1, 2012) and Section А-II/4 of STCW Code. It is intended for training, demonstrating of improvement of competence of able seafarers deck and ratings forming part of a navigational watch on sea-going and river vessels.

Features

"SSH" is a new generation simulator, developed with the use of the most advanced computer technologies;
High quality visualization of exercise area and physical models of ships allows the students to work out exercises in conditions, close to reality;
Ergonomics and ease of interface of instructor workplace allows mastering the functionality of the software and begin the educational process in the shortest time;
"SSH" Simulator is means of exercising of practical skills according to the Module “Bravo” of the “STORM-M” Technology and is a part of a class of complex training of the ratings forming part of the navigational watch on the sea and inland waterways vessels.

"SSH" Simulator is developed to provide the "Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings forming part of a navigational watch" (Section A-II/4 of the STCW Code) and is dedicated to:

training, demonstrating and evaluation of competence of able seafarers deck in accordance with The Manila Amendments to STCW Convention (coming into effect on January, 1, 2012).
training of ratings forming part of a navigational watch of sea-going to gain their competence, knowledge, understanding and professionalism needed for performing the function “Navigation at the support level” (columns 1 and 2 of the Table А-II/4 of STCW Code);
demonstration of competence obtained in the training or approved in-service experience (column 3 of the Table A-II/ 4 of the STCW Code);
evaluation of competence in accordance with the criteria listed in the column 4 of the Table A-II/4 of the STCW Code;

List of basic knowledge and skills, worked out with the use of SSH simulator according to those in Section A-II/4 and described in the Table A-II / 4 of the STCW Code:

1. Steer the ship and also comply with helm orders in the English language.
1.1. Helm orders submitted in national language.
1.2. Helm orders submitted in the English language.
1.3. Transition to automatic steering.
1.4. Change-over to hand steering.
1.5. Hand steering in the “Tracking” mode.
1.6. Hand steering in the “Manual” mode.

2. Keeping a proper look-out by sight and hearing.
2.1. Detecting the object at daylight.
2.2. Detecting the object at night.

3. Contribute to monitoring and controlling a safe watch.
3.1. Training procedures to intercession on watch.
3.2. Training procedures to maintain a watch.
3.3. Training procedures to hand-over watch.
3.4. Training procedures to relief of watch.

Simulated models

The simulator includes the following models:

Active models:

3 models of merchant vessels more 4100 GRT.

Target models:

3 models of merchant vessels more 4100 GRT.
Cutter, Motor boat, Sailing Yacht, Waverunner, Marine Patrol
Vessel, FRB, Liferaft.

Exercise areas

“SSH” contains the following navigation areas:

Marine area passage of the narrows;
District approach from the sea port;
The area of inland waterways with one-way traffic of ships;
The area of inland waterways with the oncoming traffic;
The area of inland waterways with access to the sea;
Sea area.

Configuration

The simulator consists of the Instructor WorkPlace (IWP) software and one or several Students WorkPlaces (WPS). WPS can be presented in base or compact configuration.

Base configuration includes steering stand with built-in steering wheel, sensor control panel and visualization system on the projection apparatus or LCD panel(s).

Compact configuration includes steering stand and visualization system of the surfaced plant which come out on the display of the monitor. Steering is carried out with the help of joystick and mouse.

It is possible to extend the simulator with WPS of "SCS" Simulator for Small Craft Navigators and "SRV" Complex Survival Craft Simulator. Thus management of all WPS will be carried from one IWP.

Functional features of software

Instructor WorkPlace (IWP)

IWP manages the process of training the student. The instructor provides:

choice of exercises, which contain:
- area of navigation,
- hydrometeorological conditions,
- time of the day,
- placement and trajectory of the target vessels,
- overload situations;
adjusting the initial parameters of exercises:
- changes of the navigation situation (installation of navigation
  signs),
- changes of hydrometeorological conditions (strength and
  direction of wind, reduced visibility, precipitation, wave
  height) and time of day,
- entry of new targets;
model selection and placement of student ships (active
vessels);
visual control of the students exercising;
With the help of virtual cameras is possible to observe any part of the navigation area and on the bridge of the active ship from any angle;
active management of the students vessel,
recording of the exercise for the debriefing.

Students workplace (WPS)

WPS provides the student with the opportunity of multiple fulfillment of the exercises set by IWP and improving practical skills.

Students workplace (WPS) imitates:

steering stand including:
- "autopilot" simulator in the "analog" and "digital" versions with operational modes:
  - Auto Mode,
  - Manual Mode,
  - Tracking Mode,
- steering wheel,
- engine control (throttle/gears)
- magnetic compass,
- gyro compass repeater,
- helm,
- direction finder,
- course recorder,
- binocular,
visualization of the surrounding surface situation.

Student WorkPlace. Base version. 3 channel visualization

Student WorkPlace. Compact version

In order to provide conformity with US Coast Guard recommendations (MERPAC RECOMMENDATIONS ON THE SPECIFICATIONS FOR SIMULATORS TO BE USED TO TRAIN AND/OR ASSESS APPLICANTS FOR CERTIFICATION AS AN RFPNW) simulators intended for training ratings forming part of a navigational watch now include the following alterations:

1. Implementation of gyro-compass, steering pump and steering motor failure function to Student WorkPlace on the order from Instructor WorkPlace;

2. Implementation of the following steering alarms functions (to Student WorkPlace on the order from Instructor WorkPlace):

• the ARPA guard ring intrusion alarm,

• gyro-compass failure alarm,

• smoke and/or heat detectors alarms,

• running light panel alarms,

• steering pump and motor failures alarms.

3. Student WorkPlace was developed with the implementation of the surround system for providing the possibility of steering by a fixed object which produces sounds with the help of devices set by international rules.

Besides, STORM has developed exercises and manuals on “SSH” Simulator for ratings forming part of a navigational watch (RFPNW) in accordance with US Coast Guard requirements indicated in USCG 16721 NMC Policy Letter No. 14-02 24 July 2002, subj: "Qualifications for deck and engineering ratings".

For assessment of competence of RFPNW in accordance with “ASSESSMENT OF COMPETENCE RATING FORMING PART OF A NAVIGATIONAL WATCH. (USCG 16721 NMC Policy Letter No. 14-02 24 July 2002)" STORM has developed exercises for demonstrating of competence in:

1. Steering the ship and also complying with helm orders in the English language

2. Keeping a proper look-out by sight and hearing.

3. Contributing to monitoring and controlling a safe watch.

Documentation

The simulator is supplied with a set of technical and operational documentation, including training and guidance on practical training.