Remote learning with Kongsberg

The strategy combines three products – remote training, e-learning and the Kongsberg Competence Assessment Tool (K-CAT).

Available as a generic or customised course, Remote Training is delivered through virtual classrooms and online training tools allowing students to learn using their own vessel’s software, assisted live by a qualified instructor. Many of Kongsberg’s classroom courses can be delivered in this way, using cloud-based virtual machines to enable each student to operate real dynamic positioning, automation and navigation software from any location.

E-Learning, which is now available for K-Chief 600 in addition to Kongsberg’s ECDIS course, delivers an interactive learning experience without the instructor, allowing the student to complete the course at their convenience. E-Learning typically comprises a combination of theoretical lessons, practical tasks and summative tests after every topic, qualifying the student to sign up for a final online assessment.

Online assessment is carried out via K-CAT which includes verification of crews’ competence, pre-employment assessments and more, for example, to verify a potential employee’s knowledge of a subject prior to hiring them.

K-CAT also offers assessments to measure key competencies from two perspectives – system understanding of the DP system and practical skills of DP operators. Compliant with the Continuous Professional Development layout from the IMCA M 117 and DNV-GL standards, K-CAT can be accessed from all smart devices and computers with internet connection or used offline when suitably configured.