Code No: 926
Video Running Time: 29 minutes
The introduction of Automatic Identification Systems (AIS) is
now being implemented and many seafarers will rapidly have to
become acquainted with the capabilities and operation of the
system. This topic is now being addressed by a training package
comprising a video and booklet.
AIS is an exciting and technically sophisticated system
dependent on GPS positioning information and VHF radio. The essence
of the system is that each vessel fitted will automatically
broadcast its identification, position, speed, course and other
data to all similarly-equipped vessels and shore stations within a
distance of about 30 nautical miles. In many ways the information
will supplement the positional information provided by radar.
Although the technology which drives AIS is well-established,
there are still many areas to be defined. The different
manufacturers have not adopted common standards for the equipment
and AIS information may be displayed in various formats. There are
also uncertainties as to how AIS will be used in practice, and how
its use might ultimately affect the Collision Regulations.
So the video/CBT focuses on:
Explaining the technical principles of AIS, assisted by computer
graphics, showing various brands of equipment and types of display
on a range of vessels, suggesting ways in which AIS might assist
collision avoidance, and airing the current thoughts of those
experts and practitioners most concerned with its development.
For all those having to get to grips with the application of
AIS, this training package will be a timely introduction.
