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September - October 2002 Newsletter |
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Highlights Outreach and Other News
Nautical Science and Military Affairs Division
Marine Engineering Division
Transportation, Logistics and Maritime Business Division
DETAILS Outreach and Other NewsGMATS designated a National Maritime Enhancement Institute by
Maritime Administrator GMATS named an official training site for MARAD employees The Maritime Administrator has named the Global Maritime and Transportation School (GMATS) as an official training site for their employees. GMATS is currently providing an Introduction to the Maritime Industry course for their administrative staff. Nautical Science and Military Affairs DivisionStaff member attended MERPAC meeting at MITAGS The working group for Utilizing Military Sea Service/Training for
Merchant Marine Licenses focused on the integration of STCW in the
training of officers and enlisted personnel. Task Force EXCEL was
also covered as it pertained to the engineering rates. Meeting with U.S. Coast Guard National Maritime Center Staff members met with the National Maritime Center to develop training standards for STCW and license renewal in the event of a national emergency in which licensing of mariners needs to be expedited. Staff member attended SOCP conference at Maine Maritime Academy Staff member participated in working group for Military Equivalencies. The focus of the group was to advise the Navy in its efforts under Task Force EXCEL to incorporate marine industry standards in the training of enlisted personnel. A secondary focus was to create a transition plan for enlisted personnel leaving the military today. Development of Emergency STCW course At the request of the Maritime Administrator, staff members developed an abbreviated STCW course to be given only in the event of national emergency in which licensing and certification of mariners with inactive licenses needs to be expedited. Division to offer Crowd/Crisis Management Courses NSMA will be offering a Coast Guard approved 8-hour Crisis Management & Human Behavior course along with a certified 4-hour Crowd Management & Passenger Safety course. The intent is to offer these courses immediately following our 3-day Bridge Resource Management course in order to provide a full week of training for Reservists on AT. New Rate Training class for SH rating to be offered As a result of the Navy's update of rate training advancement exams, NSMA is offering a new SH Rate Training course. Previously, the only option for SH's was to take the SK Rate Training course. This course will allow GMATS to offer a more focused curriculum for Ship Servicemen. Computer Networking course under development for ITs & civilians At the request of many former IT students, we have begun development of a computer networking course. In the spirit of Task Force EXCEL, this course shall be geared towards preparation for industry certification, benefiting one's Navy career as well as improving marketability in the civilian sector.
Marine Engineering DivisionDan Gavigan and Saverio Grosso left the engineering division for other jobs this year. Josh Dery (KP 01) joined the staff August 26th as the new Engineering Program Manager. Aside from having the only QMED course that is USCG and STCW approved in the country, the USCG has granted GMATS approval to certify QMEDS that have successfully passed both written and practical exams. Meetings with Maritime Administrator about RRF GMATS staff went to Washington DC in mid-September to meet with the Maritime Administrator and his staff to talk about training MMIRRG Officers on Ship Activations. Some details need to be worked on before this can occur. Steam Course for Power Company GMATS was asked to develop a proposal on training 30 power plant personnel over 18 days. Topics are primarily on Steam subjects. USMMA GMATS was asked to develop a proposal for developing 100 courses for 6 maritime schools in Indonesia as well as running a train the trainer course for 34 of the schools instructors covering 82 weeks. Development of Emergency Expired License Renewal Course USMMA GMATS is working on developing 2 new courses for the USCG for
license renewal.
Transportation, Logistics, and Maritime Business DivisionThe Transportation, Logistics and Management Division has undergone a tremendous change in personnel within the past six months. Mr. Brian Holden left the division when called to Active Duty Status in the United States Naval Reserve last year, and Mr. Timothy Adams left to pursue further employment in the industry. We are pleased to report that the new TLM Team has been very successful under the direction of Division Manager Mr. George Koons (Kings Point '71). Our new Program Managers, Angela Bobrowski (SUNY Maritime '97) and Kawika Lucas (Kings Point '99) joined the staff on June 3rd and August 5th respectively. Administrative Assistant Danielle C. Joseph joined the team on August 19th.Division assumes responsibilities for conferences and leadership programs GMATS has traditionally hosted conferences and leadership programs for industry professionals and government officials/representatives. The Transportation, Logistics and Management Division has assumed responsibility for the organization of these events as of August 2002. Division hosts Marine Terminal and Seaport Security course for NYPD and FDLE In August, 2002 the New York Police Department and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement each attended a section of our Marine Terminal and Seaport Security course. The two separate classes were tailored to meet the specific needs of each agency. This course will be offered periodically throughout the 2003 calendar year. New Maritime Security courses to be offered The division has developed three maritime security courses to address the changing needs of the industry. Marine Terminal and Seaport Security, Shipboard Security and Force Protection, and Crisis Management in Transportation are all directed to provide security professionals (of all disciplines) with the requisite skills and knowledge to most effectively perform their duties in the complex marine environment. Staff participated in U.S. Maritime Security Expo & Conference: Jacob Javits Center, NYC GMATS staff members hosted a booth in conjunction with the Academy undergraduate program. GMATS provided Maritime Security course information to all interested parties. The exchange of information at the conference proved beneficial to all those involved. Security technology vendors displayed current equipment available for use in the industry, while educators' and consultants discussed their current offerings. Staff member attended Council of Logistics Management Conference TLM was represented at the Annual Council of Logistics Management Conference which was held at the Moscone Convention Center in San Francisco, California. The conference provides a broader, deeper vision of the profession, and the opportunity to participate in specific learning programs and networking activities. The gathering of industry professionals and educators allowed for an exchange of valuable information and ideas. The Logistics Educators Conference was of particular interest to TLM. For more information on the conference visit www.clm1.org/conf2002/index.asp. Staff members attended National Defense Transportation Association Conference GMATS staff members attended the NDTA's 56th Annual Transportation and Logistics Forum and Exposition in Greensboro, NC. GMATS also hosted a booth at the exposition to promote our course offerings and seminars. For 56 years, this event has attracted top leaders in military, government and industry transportation organizations. Staff member attended Conference of University Continuing Education Association TLM was represented at this year's Annual Conference of the Mid Atlantic Region of the UCEA held in Atlantic City, NJ. The conference theme was Risks, Rewards, and Realities: Continuing Educators Strategies for the Best and Worst of Times. The UCEA assists institutions of higher learning and affiliated nonprofit organizations to increase access through a wide array of educational programs and services.
September - October 2002 Courses and ProgramsNautical Science and Military AffairsBridge Resource Management (1 week) IT Rate Training (2 weeks) National Sealift Training Program - NSTP (2 weeks) STCW Basic Safety Training (1 week) Tankship/Dangerous Liquids (1 week) Boatswains Mate Rate Training (2 weeks) Transportation Logistics and Management
Strategic Intermodal Transportation (2 weeks) Introduction to the Maritime Industry (1 week) Cargo Security Management Training Program (4 days) Marine Engineering
National Sealift Training Program for Engineers (2 weeks) Programmable Logic Controllers (2 Week) Qualified Member of the Engine Department (QMED) (3 Weeks) MAN B+W Conference (1 week) Spirit Cruises Conference (2 days) Conferences and Special EventsGMATS hosts Container Working Group Seminar GMATS hosted Congressional Staff Seminar (3 days) GMATS hosted RIFTS Conference (3 days)
Upcoming Events Schedule - through January 31, 2003November 4 - 15 - Medium Speed Diesels November 4 - 8 - Bridge Resource Management Course November 4 - 8 - Army Training - ATRRS November 19 - 21 - TLM Custom Course - RIFTS Seminar December 2 - 13 - IT Rate Training December 2 - 13 - Strategic Intermodal Transportation December 2 - 6 - Tankship Dangerous Liquid Cargo Person-in-Charge Course December 2 - 6 - Navy Reserve Drill December 9 - 13 - STCW Basic Safety Training Course December 16-18 - Bridge Resource Management December 19 - 20 - Crowd/Crisis Management Course January 6 - 17 - SK Supply Rate Training January 6 - 10 - Tankship Dangerous Liquid Cargo Person-in-Charge Course January 6 - 10 - Army ATRRS Training January 11 - 12 - Navy Reserve Drill January 13 - February 21 - QMED January 13 -24 - EM Electricians Mate Rate Training January 13 - 24 - National Sealift Training Program for Engineers January 13 - 24 - Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Course January 13 - 24 - Steam Refresher January 13 - 17 - STCW Basic Safety Training Course January 13 - 24 - CM Construction Mechanic Rate Training January 20 - February 7 - NOAA - Refresher Training January 20 - 31 - SH Ship's Serviceman Rate Training January 20 - 22 Bridge Resource Management (BRM) Course January 23 - 24 Crowd/Crisis Management Course January 27 - February 7 - Marine Engineering Management 1 January 27 - February 7 - IT Rate Training January 27 - 31 - Intermodal Freight Transportation January 27 - February 7 - ET Electronics Technician Rate Training January 27 - February 7 - UT Utilitiesman Rate Training ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ For information about events scheduled beyond March 2002 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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