The "top" (most frequently referenced and critical) sections of the course are structured around five key learning outcomes.

Link Course 3.09 to a full-mission bridge simulator. Instructors-in-training practice debriefing after a collision avoidance scenario, applying the "funnel method" (What happened? Why? What will you change?).

Unlike multiple-choice tests, the "top" assessment is a live exercise. The instructor injects three simultaneous failures (e.g., cooling water leak, generator overload, and false fire alarm) while the student manages a simulated bunkering operation.


The "top" of today will be the baseline of tomorrow. The next revision of IMO Model Course 3.09 is expected to incorporate:


Completing IMO Model Course 3.09 earns a participant a certificate stating they are a qualified maritime instructor. However, the "top" performers do not stop there. The course recommends:

Situation: 08:00 watch. Weather: Wind force 4, sea state moderate. No incidents. Engine room temp normal.
Task: Write a 3-line engine room logbook entry.

Model answer:
08:00 – Weather: wind 4, sea moderate. No abnormal events. Engine temperatures normal.

Conducted separately.
Examiner asks 5 SMCP questions:


The best providers use Class A or Class B FFS (Full Flight Simulators) integrated with marine engines. Look for Kongsberg, Wärtsilä, or Transas systems. A "top" facility has physical control panels (not just a mouse and screen).

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The "top" (most frequently referenced and critical) sections of the course are structured around five key learning outcomes.

Link Course 3.09 to a full-mission bridge simulator. Instructors-in-training practice debriefing after a collision avoidance scenario, applying the "funnel method" (What happened? Why? What will you change?).

Unlike multiple-choice tests, the "top" assessment is a live exercise. The instructor injects three simultaneous failures (e.g., cooling water leak, generator overload, and false fire alarm) while the student manages a simulated bunkering operation. imo model course 309 top


The "top" of today will be the baseline of tomorrow. The next revision of IMO Model Course 3.09 is expected to incorporate:


Completing IMO Model Course 3.09 earns a participant a certificate stating they are a qualified maritime instructor. However, the "top" performers do not stop there. The course recommends: The "top" (most frequently referenced and critical) sections

Situation: 08:00 watch. Weather: Wind force 4, sea state moderate. No incidents. Engine room temp normal.
Task: Write a 3-line engine room logbook entry.

Model answer:
08:00 – Weather: wind 4, sea moderate. No abnormal events. Engine temperatures normal. The "top" of today will be the baseline of tomorrow

Conducted separately.
Examiner asks 5 SMCP questions:


The best providers use Class A or Class B FFS (Full Flight Simulators) integrated with marine engines. Look for Kongsberg, Wärtsilä, or Transas systems. A "top" facility has physical control panels (not just a mouse and screen).