What is the ARPA course fee?

The Radar Observer Simulator Course (ROSC) and Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) fee at Eurotech Maritime Academy, Kochi is ₹21,250, including study materials.

How long is the ARPA course?

Radar Observer Simulator Course (ROSC) and Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) runs for 15 days at the Kochi campus; batch dates are listed on this page.

Who is eligible for ARPA?

Candidate should have minimum 12 months sea service as Deck Cadet are eligible for the course.

Is the ARPA course at Eurotech DG Shipping approved?

Approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India (DGS course IDs 2121 & 2122).

Where is the ARPA course conducted?

At Eurotech Maritime Academy's campus in Kizhakkambalam, Ernakulam district, Kochi, Kerala. Candidates from other cities and from abroad train here; the course is not offered at any other centre.

How do I book a ARPA batch?

Choose a batch date on this page and book online; the fee is paid at booking. Sign in with your mobile number or email, or register first if you are new to Eurotech.

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Radar Observer Simulator Course (ROSC) and Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA)

Name: Radar Observer Simulator Course (ROSC) and Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA)
Price: 21250 INR
Availability: InStock

A 15-day DG Shipping-approved course designed to train navigational watchkeepers in the use of radar and ARPA systems for safe navigation and collision avoidance.

Duration

15 days

Affiliation

Indian Maritime University (IMU)

Approval

Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India

Notice

System Upgradation Notice

Due to upgradation of DGMA to the new eNavik module, there will be a delay in attendance updates and certificate generation. Inconvenience regretted.

Quick Facts

Fee: The Radar Observer Simulator Course (ROSC) and Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) fee at Eurotech Maritime Academy, Kochi is ₹21,250, including study materials.
Duration: 15 days
Eligibility: Candidate should have minimum 12 months sea service as Deck Cadet are eligible for the course.
Approval: Approved by the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India (DGS course IDs 2121 & 2122).

Radar Observer Simulator Course (ROSC) and Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) fees

Course fee

₹21,250

For the whole course of 15 days, paid at booking.

The fee is the same for every candidate, from Kerala, the rest of India or abroad, and the course is held at the Kochi campus. Book a batch date on this page to hold a seat; the fee is paid online when you book.

Fees can change; a confirmed booking keeps the fee quoted when it was paid. Cancellations follow the cancellation and refund policy. Compare with every other short course on the STCW and short course fees page.

Who takes this course

For deck cadets who have completed at least 12 months' sea service and are working towards taking charge of a navigational watch. It is a mandatory STCW course in radar observation and the use of Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA).

After the course

It meets the STCW A-II/1 and A-II/2 requirement in radar and ARPA use for officers of the watch. Deck cadets typically continue on to the academy's Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) course before sitting their Second Mate certificate of competency exams.

Important Notice

Bring CDC, passport, and certificates on the first day.

Course Details

Course Overview

The Radar Observer Simulator Course (ROSC) and Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA) course is mandatory for officers in charge of a navigational watch. It provides comprehensive knowledge and hands-on simulator training in radar principles, target detection, tracking, collision avoidance, and use of ARPA functions. The course complies with STCW Regulation A-II/1 and A-II/2 and prepares candidates for real-time decision-making during radar-based navigation.

Curriculum Overview

Combination of theoretical instruction and bridge simulator practice

DGS Course ID
2121 & 2122
Exit Exam
Not Applicable
E-Learning
Not Applicable
E-Learning Hours
Not Applicable
Pass Mark
Not Applicable
Course Validity
-

DGS Course ID	Exit Exam	E-Learning	E-Learning Hours	Pass Mark	Course Validity
2121 & 2122	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	Not Applicable	-

Key Program Features

Live radar plotting and target tracking exercises
Full-mission bridge simulator scenarios
Real-time collision avoidance and maneuvering drills
STCW-compliant training with experienced navigators

Learning Outcomes

Operate radar and ARPA equipment confidently
Identify and track targets accurately
Apply COLREGs for collision avoidance decisions
Enhance situational awareness during restricted visibility

Required Documents

CDC (Continuous Discharge Certificate)
INDOS
Passport

Document Submission

Upload documents during application or via your profile after enrollment.

Reporting Time
8.45 AM
Batch Strength Policy
As per D G Shipping Training Circular No 4 of 2018 MTI’s are directed not to conduct any batch, if the batch strength is less than 25% of the approved intake capacity granted by the Directorate.
Dress Code
Formals (Collarless T-shirt’s, Shorts, Sandals, Bathroom slippers are not permitted)

Module 1: Radar Principles and Performance Limitations
Module 2: Manual and Automatic Plotting Techniques
Module 3: Use of ARPA for Collision Avoidance
Module 4: Radar Navigation and Position Fixing
Module 5: Bridge Resource Management Integration

Mandatory Requirements

Candidate should have minimum 12 months sea service as Deck Cadet are eligible for the course

DETAILS & SCHEDULE

BUS TIMINGS (Mon–Sat) • Kaloor Stadium → EuroTech Campus: 8:10 AM • EuroTech Campus → Kaloor Stadium: 5:00 PM Please be on time — seats allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Euro Tech Maritime Academy

Kakkattikara, Panchayath Road, Kizhakkambalam, Ernakulam, Kochi, Kerala 683562

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Stay & Lodging

On-campus shared accommodation is available at EuroTech Maritime Academy for an extra charge. To book a bed or room-sharing arrangement, contact +91 92880 09423.

Fee Structure

Course Fee₹21,250.00
Study MaterialsIncluded
Total₹21,250.00

Course Packages

Save on your maritime education with our comprehensive packages

ROSC + ARPA + ECDIS Package

A comprehensive navigation training package combining Radar Observer Simulator Course (ROSC), Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA), and Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS), aimed at enhancing seafarers' proficiency in radar operations, collision avoidance, and electronic navigation as per STCW requirements.

Package Price₹28,500.00

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Questions

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