SMM 01 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Naval Command School (Foreign Navies) COMFORPAT Augusta, Italy To prepare attendees to assume ship's command The course is mainly oriented towards practical instead of theoretical training with the aim to provide realistic situations to the students on how to safely manoeuvre ships both day and night time within harbours and at open seas also within a task group. 6 weeks each Session (a total of 4 Sessions per year: February-March, April- May, September-October, October-November) 1 per Session (a total of 4 students per year) Attendees must be: - lieutenant with adequate expertise and skills gained aboard navy ships; - qualified as Officer of the Deck and well versed to prevent collisions at sea in accordance with international rules and standards as per the Convention IMO - STCW '95 (Table A-II / 1); - fluent in Italian language. - English language provided - Documentation and lectures will be kept at UNCLAS level Students may take advantage of local Navy Club logistic facilities (i.e. lodgings and board ~55 Euros per day)
SMM 02 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION AVAILABLE POSITIONS FOR FOREIGN Basic Officer Course Naval Academy Livorno To train and develop young men and women who aspire to be naval officers Designed to train officers designated to embark and take future command of naval units and/or operating entities of the armed forces. Upon completion of the three year course of study, officers will be awarded a degree in Maritime & Naval Science. Subsequently, at the end of the fourth year, the officers will attend the courses and apprenticeships achieving one of the following ratings: Telecommunications, Artillery or Antisom (whose choice will be indicated by bilateral agreements) and useful for the achievement of the Master's Degree in Maritime and Naval Sciences at partner University. 3 academic years for a degree, 2 academic years (including the qualification period and internship) for obtaining the Master's Degree in Maritime and Naval Sciences. Foreign Students attend a preparatory course at one of two locations: Loreto or Perugia with a tentative start in March/April. Upon receiving satisfying marks on the final Italian language proficiency exam (August) and meeting all physical standards, admittance will be granted into the 1st Class of the Italian Naval Academy Basic Officer Course. The course consists of at least two embarkations on an Italian training school ship in which midshipmen are integrated into the daily life of an operating unit at sea. Each embarkation takes place during the summer for a total duration of around 10 weeks. ~ 1 per every 6/7 Italian students, 9/10 maximum. - High school diploma or equivalent, preferably from a nautical or scientific institution, that satisfies requirements for entry into third level education. Diplomas, for entry into Italian University, should be the original copy with an attached Italian translation and be validated by the school system of the respective nation. Diplomas must be turned in immediately upon arrival in Italy. - Must be in good mental and physical standing to meet requirements of an officer serving in the Italian Navy. Upon arrival foreign students will undergo a series of medical examinations to determine medical readiness, in particular, students must have 10/10 vision. - Must be between the ages of 18-22 years. - Students must successfully complete the Italian language course at either Loreto or Perugia (minimal level for admission is L2-S1-R1-W1 IAW STANAG 6001, Edition 4). - compulsory membership on the Hational Health Service. - Upon arrival in Italy to show the entire scheduled school records is mandatory - Failure to pass / possession of one of the aforementioned requirements, involves the immediate repatriation to home nation. All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED Room & board is provided in accordance with bilateral agreements.
SMM 03 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Basic Engineering Officer Training Course Naval Academy Livorno To train and develop young men and women who aspire to be naval engineering officers For officers designated to work within ship propulsion plants. Upon completion study, officers will be awarded a degree in Naval Engineering. A percentage of officers will be awarded a degree in civil and environmental engineering for follow on work in the field of infrastructure. 6 academic years (4 at the Naval Academy and 2 at a conventional state university) The course consists of at least two embarkations on an Italian training school ship in which midshipmen are integrated into the daily life of an operating unit at sea. Each embarkation takes place during the summer for a total duration of around 10 weeks. 3 - High school diploma or equivalent, preferably from a nautical or scientific institution, that satisfies requirements for entry into third level education. Diplomas, for entry into Italian University, should be the original copy with an attached Italian translation and be validated by the school system of the respective nation. Diplomas must be turned in immediately upon arrival in Italy. - Must be in good mental and physical standing to meet requirements of an officer serving in the Italian Navy. Upon arrival foreign students will undergo a series of medical examinations to determine medical readiness. - Must be between the ages of 18-22 years. - Students must successfully complete the Italian language course at either Loreto or Perugia (minimal level for admission is L2-S1-R1-W1 IAW STANAG 6001, Edition 4). - compulsory membership on the Hational Health Service. - Upon arrival in Italy to show the entire scheduled school records is mandatory Failure to successfully complete the language course or achieve the above test score requisites will result in the immediate return to one s home nation. All course material is designated UNCLASSIFIED Room & board is provided in accordance with bilateral agreements.
SMM 04 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Junior Staff Course Naval Staff College (NSC) - Venice Provide students with knowledge and skills required to developing, planning and conducting staff activities related to Navy and Joint central/peripheral Commands, within national, foreign and international organizations. Participants will acquire: - main principles of the Working Methods and Operating Planning Procedures currently in use at national and NATO level (namely COPD); - written and oral Communications skills, with specific reference to forms of communications in use at headquarters; the value of strategic communications; elements of Public Relations; - main principles of Doctrine and Strategy, with a focus on the international environment in which Armed Forces (Navy in particular) operate; - main principles of Management and International, Maritime and Humanitarian Law. The educational course is based on an increasing level of complexity of information and crisis scenarios faced by the students. The learning process includes: - classes held by trained officers; - additional classes/conferences held by subject matter experts with solid academic and military background or widely known for their knowledge on the topic; - individual and group exercises and syndicates; - attendance to specific seminars and conferences planned, organized and held at the Institute. Students performances will be evaluated through intermediate tests, in each subject, and a final, overall examination. Approximately 13 weeks, 3 terms per year (Sep-Dec, Jan-Apr, Apr-Jul) 2-6 rank: OF-2/3; -good working knowledge of Italian language (to be verified by Italian Military Attaché) Subject to availability and upon request, foreign students may book a room with private toilet/shower (at the Institute) or a suite (in a military installation within walking distance). The institute provides an all-hands mess, open every day, including weekends (booking required). Lodging and meals will be at students' expense.
SMM 05 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Hydrography professional qualification (Idr) (Category B Surveyor) Istituto Idrografico della Marina - Genoa To provide the know-how necessary to perform the tasks of the Hydrographic Officer on board survey vessels and at hydrographic services (technical divisions). The course provides the know-how required to be certified as Category B Surveyor after two years of training on the job. The course at IIM is divided into two phases: phase 0-4 weeks to provide the basic knowledge required to attend phase 1 ; phase 1-17 weeks- to deal with technical and specialized matters in the field of hydro-oceanography. Lessons are in English. 8 months (November - August), 25 weeks for theory classes at the Istituto Idrografico della Marina, 8 weeks practice sessions on board survey vessels. 3 Ensign /sublieutenant, corps of staff officers; Petty officers and seamen, combat system TLC and sonar specialists; High-school degree, preferably scientific or technical; Fluent English, to be assessed before the course. Lessons will focus on NON CLASSIFIED material. Accomodation is not provided. Meals can be taken at the IIM canteen (6.50 euros) on working days.
SMM 06 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Specialization in Hydro-Oceanography (IDO) (Category A surveyor) Istituto Idrografico della Marina - Genoa To provide the technical and practical skills required to obtain the II level master degree in marine geomatics: planning and supervising surveys and performing data validation; improving the theory and practice of hydrography, oceanography and nautical sciences; teaching hydrography and oceanography at military training centres; The master allows to be certified Category A Surveyor after two years of training on the job. Two academic years as follows: phase 1-16 weeks, 10 of which for classes and 6 for exam preparation - theory; phase 2-20 weeks, 13 of which for classes and 7 for exam preparation - theory; phase 3-10 weeks training on survey vessels/in hydrography and geodesy campaigns/at the IIM; phase 4-10 weeks, 2 of which for lessons and practical sessions and 8 for training and dissertation. Lessons are in English. 2 academic years. 3 sublieutenant or lieutenant, corps of staff officers, with adequate professional skills; Post-graduate degree or equivalent; Fluency in English, to be assessed before the course. Lessons will focus on NON CLASSIFIED material. Accomodation is not provided. Meals can be taken at the IIM canteen (6.50 ) on working days.
SMM 07 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CHIEF PETTY OFFICERS REGULAR AND APPLICATION Navy Petty Officer School TARANTO The course is aimed at providing the attending personnel with the knowledge required to be employed as Chief Petty Officers for carrying out 2 nd level tasks such as controller and/or shift foreman, maintenance staff supervisor, fiduciary of warrant officer aboard small units with the possibility of achieving 3 rd and 4 th levels assignments, involving coordination and high-specialised charges. Upon completion of the course, the Chief Petty Officers can obtain the three-year academic degree. The Chief Petty Officer regular course consists of three years: 1 st year : Basic Formation, Specialist Preparatory, and 1 st year Academic and Specialist Studies: Boatswain Combat System Specialists Combat System Technicians Platform System Technician Harbour Pilots Qualified Nurses Upon completion of this 1 st year the naval training campaign is carried out. 2 nd year: 2 nd Academic and Specialist Studies; different studies for each specialization: CURRICULUM Boatswain Combat System Specialists Combat System Technicians Platform System Technician Harbour Pilots Qualified Nurses 1 st applying year (3 rd year) this year is aimed at obtaining the three-year degree with different studies for each specialization: Boatswain Combat System Specialists Combat System Technicians Platform System Technician Harbour Pilots Qualified Nurses DURATION AVAILABLE POSITIONS The course will last three academic years No. 2 places for each specialization; No. 2 places for the qualified nurses; No. 14 students A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related course; Required school-leaving certificate No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available and provided by the Institute
SMM 08 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Stage and Professional Training Course for Petty Officers 3 rd Class Combat System Technicians : Radar Operators ; Telecommunications Operators ; Sonar Operators Navy Petty Officer School TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from the Junior Ratings to the Petty Officers 3 rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 2 nd Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators,thanks to: An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations; Knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Combat) Awareness of duties and responsabilities, related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained: A deeper knowledge related to their specialization; Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course; Awareness of their own role within military organization; An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training; An improved fitness This course is addressed to every specializations, but the Boatswains, Engine Technicians, Harbour Pilots, and it generally consisting in the following main activities: An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their own tasks; Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as formal training Sports activities The course consists of two phases for a total of 20 weeks, once a year, generally starting in October/November No. 5 places for each specialization A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available
SMM 09 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Stage and Professional Training Course for Petty Officers 3 rd Class Combat System Technicians : Electron Technicians; Torpedo and Naval Ordnance Engineers Fitters Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from the Junior Ratings to the Rank Petty Officers 3 rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 2 nd Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, thanks to: An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations; Knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Combat, Passive Defence) Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained: A deeper knowledge related to their specialization; Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course; Awareness of their own role within the military organization; An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training; An improved fitness This course generally consists of the following main activities: An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations and enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks; Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as formal training Sports activities The course consists of two phases for a total of 20 weeks, once a year, generally starting in October/November No. 5 places for each specialization A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available and provided by the Institute
SMM 10 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Stage and Professional Training Course for Petty Officers 3 rd Class Platform System Technicians: Electricians Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from Junior Ratings to the Petty Officers 3 rd class rating, in order to allow them to carry out the 2 nd Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators,thanks to: An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations; Knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Passive Defence) Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained: A deeper knowledge related to their specialization; Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course; Awareness of their own role within the military organization; An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training; An improved fitness This course generally consists of the following main activities: An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks; Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as formal training Sports activities The course consists of two phases for a total of 20 weeks, once a year, generally starting in October/November No. 5 places A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available and provided by the Institute
SMM 11 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Stage and Professional Training Course for Petty Officers 3 rd Class Logistics and Administration Systems: P.O Secretary P.O. Accountant Cooks of the mess and galley Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from Junior Ratings to the Petty Officers 3 rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 2 nd Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators,thanks to: An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations; Knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Sustenance Support) Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained: A deeper knowledge related to their specialization; Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course; Awareness of their own role within the military organization; An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training; An improved fitness This course is addressed to every specializations, but the Boatswains, Engine Technicians, Harbour Pilots, and generally consisting in the following main activities: An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks; Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as formal training Sports activities The course consists of two phases for a total of 20 weeks, once a year, generally starting in October/November No. 5 places for each specialization A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available and provided by the Institute
SMM 12 DENOMINATION LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULE TYPICAL DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE BOARD & LODGING Refresher and Vocational Training Course for Sergeants Platform System Technicians: Engine-room Technicians Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from the Junior Ratings to the Rank Petty Officers 3rd class rate, in order to enable them to carry out the 2 nd level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, with the acquisition of: advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specialisations; knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; conduct of activities in related operational fields (Mobility, Passive Defence) awareness of duties and responsibilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, attendees are expected to have acquired: a deeper knowledge related to their specialisation; the awareness of their own role within the military organisation; good command of military etiquette and adequate individual salute and march training; improved fitness This course includes the following activities: acquisition of advanced knowledge about specific subjects enabling attendees to carry out efficiently tasks related to respective specialisations; military training, through an adequate individual salute and march training; sport activities The course consists of two phases for a total of 26 weeks, once a year, generally starting in October/November No. 5 Good knowledge of Italian language, to be assessed prior to the start of the course All course material is UNCLASSIFIED Board and lodging, along with sport facilities and educational material will be provided by the School
SMM 13 DENOMINATION LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULE TYPICAL DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE BOARD & LODGING Refresher and Vocational Training Course for Sergeants Seaman Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from the Junior Ratings to the Rank Petty Officers 3 rd class rate, in order to enable them to carry out the 2 nd level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, with the acquisition of: advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specialisations; knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; conduct of activities in related operational fields (Combat, Mobility) awareness of duties and responsibilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, attendees are expected to have acquired: a deeper knowledge related to their specialisation; the awareness of their own role within the military organisation; good command of military etiquette and adequate individual salute and march training; improved fitness This course includes the following activities: acquisition of advanced knowledge about specific subjects enabling attendees to carry out efficiently tasks related to respective specialisations; military training, through an adequate individual salute and march training; sport activities The course consists of two phases for a total of 26 weeks, once a year, generally starting in October/November No. 5 Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course All course material is UNCLASSIFIED Board and lodging, along with sport facilities and educational material will be provided by the School
SMM 14 DENOMINATION LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULE TYPICAL DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE BOARD & LODGING Refresher and Vocational Training Course for Sergeants of the Coast Guard Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel from the Junior Ratings to the Rank Petty Officers 3 rd class rate, in order to enable them to carry out the 2 nd level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators within the Harbour Master s Offices / Coast Guard Corps, with the acquisition of: knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; awareness of duties and responsibilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, attendees are expected to have acquired: a deeper knowledge related to their specialisation; the awareness of their own role within the military organisation; good command of military etiquette and adequate individual salute and march training; improved fitness This course includes the following activities: acquisition of advanced knowledge about specific subjects enabling attendees to carry out efficiently tasks related to respective specialisations; military training, through an adequate individual salute and march training; sport activities The course consists of two phases, for a total of 26 weeks, once a year, generally starting in October/November No. 5 Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course All course material is UNCLASSIFIED Board and lodging, along with sport facilities and educational material will be provided by the School
SMM 15 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES Specialistic Basic Education Course for VFP-4 P.Os (Temporary Service Volunteers) Combat Systems Technicians Radar Operators ; Telecommunications Operators ; Sonar Operators Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the Petty Officers 3 rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 1st Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, thanks to: An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations; Knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Combat) Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role CURRICULUM DURATION Upon conclusion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained: A deeper knowledge related to their specialization; Awareness of their own role within the military organization; An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training; An improved fitness This course generally consists in the following main activities: An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks; Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as formal training Subjects concerning the seamen basic professionalism well-known as sailor s education The safety and rescue at sea regulations drawing inspiration from the IMO STWC 95 Convention The course consists of 26 weeks, two terms a year and generally during two different periods: January/July and June/February No. 5 places for each specialization A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available and provided by the Institute
SMM 16 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES Basic Specialistic Education Course for VFP-4 P.Os (Temporary Service Volunteers) Combat Systems Technicians Electron Technicians; Torpedo and Naval Ordnance Engineers Fitters Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the Petty Officers 3 rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 1st Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, thanks to: An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations; Knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Combat, Passive Defence) Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role CURRICULUM DURATION Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained: A deeper knowledge related to their specialization; Awareness of their own role within the military organization; An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training; An improved fitness This course generally consists in the following main activities: An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks; Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as formal training Subjects concerning the seamen basic professionalism wellknown as sailor s education The safety and rescue at sea regulations drawing inspiration from the IMO STWC 95 Convention The course consists of 26 weeks, two terms a year and generally during two different periods: January/July and June/February No. 5 places for each specialization A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available and provided by the Institute
SMM 17 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES Basic Specialistic Education Course for VFP-4 P.Os (Temporary Service Volunteers) Platform System Technicians Electricians Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the Petty Officers 3 rd class rate, in order to allow them to carry out the 1st Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, thanks to: An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations; Knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Passive Defence, Mobility) Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role CURRICULUM DURATION Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained: A deeper knowledge related to their specialization; Awareness of their own role within the military organization; An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training; An improved fitness This course is addressed to every specializations, but the Boatswains, Engine Technicians, Harbour Pilots, and generally consisting in the following main activities: An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks; Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as formal training Subjects concerning the seamen basic professionalism well-known as sailor s education The safety and rescue at sea regulations drawing inspiration from the IMO STWC 95 Convention The course consists of 26 weeks, two terms a year and taking place generally during two different periods: January/July and June/February No. 5 places A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available and provided by the Institute
SMM 18 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES Basic Specialistic Education Course for VFP-4 P.Os (Temporary Service Volunteers) Logistics and Administration Systems: P.O Secretaries P.O. Accountants Cooks of Mess and Gallery Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the Petty Officers, in order to allow them to carry out the 1st Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, thanks to: An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations; Knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Sustenance Support) Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role CURRICULUM DURATION Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained: A deeper knowledge related to their specialization; Awareness of their own role within the military organization; An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training; An improved fitness This course is addressed to every specializations, but the Boatswains, Engine Technicians, Harbour Pilots, and generally consisting in the following main activities: An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks; Subjects concerning military formation/training, well known as formal training Subjects concerning the seamen basic professionalism well-known as sailor s education The safety and rescue at sea regulations drawing inspiration from the IMO STWC 95 Convention The course consists of 26 weeks, two terms a year taking place generally during two different periods: January/July and June/February No. 5 places for each specialization A good knowledge of Italian language to be tested before starting related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Room and board, sports facilities and education equipment will be available and provided by the Institute
SMM 19 DENOMINATION LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULE TYPICAL DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE BOARD & LODGING Basic Vocational Training Course for VFP-4 Enlisted personnel (Temporary Service Volunteers): Seamanship and boat handling course Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of Enlisted personnel, providing them with basic training to carry out the 1st level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, with the acquisition of: a basic knowledge of subjects related to their specialisations; knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; the ability to conduct basic activities in their operational fields (Combat, Passive Defence) awareness of duties and responsibilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, attendees are expected to have acquired: a deeper knowledge related to their specialisation; the awareness of their own role within the military organisation; good command of military etiquette and adequate individual salute and march training; improved fitness This course includes the following activities: acquisition of advanced knowledge about specific subjects enabling attendees to carry out efficiently tasks related to respective specialisations; military training, through an adequate individual salute and march training; specific seamen basic training ( seamanship ) knowledge of guidelines on safety and rescue at sea, in accordance with the IMO STWC 95 Convention The course, consisting of 25 weeks (two terms per year), is generally held in two sessions: January/July and June/February No. 5 Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course All course material is UNCLASSIFIED Board and lodging, along with sport facilities and educational material will be provided by the School
SMM 20 DENOMINATION LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULE TYPICAL DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE BOARD & LODGING Basic Vocational Training Course for VFP-4 Enlisted personnel (Temporary Service Volunteers) Hull, auxiliary systems and diesel marine engines Platform System Technicians Maintainer Basic Course Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of Enlisted personnel, providing them with basic training to carry out 1st level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, with the acquisition of: a basic knowledge of subjects related to their specialisations; knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; the ability to conduct basic activities in their operational fields (Mobility, Passive Defence) awareness of duties and responsibilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, attendees are expected to have acquired: a deeper knowledge related to their specialisation; the awareness of their own role within the military organisation; good command of military etiquette and adequate individual salute and march training; improved fitness This course includes the following activities: acquisition of advanced knowledge about specific subjects enabling attendees to carry out efficiently tasks related to respective specialisations; military training, through an adequate individual salute and march training; specific seamen basic training ( seamanship ) The course, consisting of 25 weeks (two terms per year), is generally held in two sessions: January/July and June/February No. 5 Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course All course material is UNCLASSIFIED Board and lodging, along with sport facilities and educational material will be provided by the School
SMM 21 DENOMINATION LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULE TYPICAL DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE BOARD & LODGING Basic Vocational Training Course for Coast Guard Corps VFP-4 Enlisted personnel (Temporary Service Volunteers) Seamanship and Boat Handling Course Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of Enlisted personnel, providing them with basic training to carry out the 1st level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators, with the acquisition of: a basic knowledge of subjects related to their specialisations; knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their working methods; awareness of duties and responsibilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, attendees are expected to have acquired: a deeper knowledge related to their specialisation; the awareness of their own role within the military organisation; good command of military etiquette and adequate individual salute and march training; improved fitness This course includes the following activities: acquisition of advanced knowledge about specific subjects enabling attendees to carry out efficiently tasks related to respective specialisations; military training, through an adequate individual salute and march training; specific seamen basic training ( seamanship ) knowledge of guidelines on safety and rescue at sea, in accordance with the IMO STWC 95 Convention The course, consisting of 25 weeks (two terms per year), is generally held in two sessions: January/July and June/February No. 5 Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course All course material is UNCLASSIFIED Board and lodging, along with sport facilities and educational material will be provided by the School
SMM 23 DENOMINATION LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULE Naval Command and Offshore Patrol Boat Qualification Course for Foreign Police Corps P.O.s Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena The course is aimed at: improving the theoretic/practical skills as well as basic technical knowledge, in order to enable attendees to command deep-sea vessels (without no distance restrictions off coasts) and to fulfil the required tasks; The whole course consists in 19 weeks devoted to teaching activities + 3 weeks for examinations. It is held in two phases; during the first one the following subjects are dealt with: deep-sea vessel sailing; nautical science/meteorology; elements of naval building and equipment on board, fitting and manoeuvring; professional maritime knowledge Upon completion of this first phase, attendees will be tested in order to pass to the 2 nd level. The 2 nd phase of the course is aimed at improving and broadening the knowledge of: deep-sea vessel sailing; nautical science/meteorology, professional skills; communications; engines TYPICAL DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE BOARD & LODGING The course, consisting of 22 weeks, is generally held in May No. 5 Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course All course material is UNCLASSIFIED Board and lodging along with educational material will be provided by the School
SMM 24 DENOMINATION LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULE TYPICAL DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE BOARD & LODGING Qualifying Course for the operation of Endothermic Engines up to 1000HP for Foreign Police/Armed Forces P.O.s Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena The course is aimed at improving attendees basic technical knowledge, in order to enable them to oil-motor vessel sailing, and providing them with the required skills for the maintenance and sailing of main equipment/engines. The whole course lasts 12 weeks, including teaching activities and 1 week for examinations. The course, consisting of 13 weeks, is generally held in April. No. 5 Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the course All course material is UNCLASSIFIED Board and lodging along with educational material will be provided by the School.
SMM 25 DENOMINATION LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULE TYPICAL DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE BOARD & LODGING Qualifying Course for the operation of Endothermic Engines up to 2400 Kw Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena The course is aimed at improving attendees basic technical knowledge, in order to enable them to oil-motor vessel sailing, and providing them with the required skills for the maintenance and sailing of main equipment/engines. The course lasts 8 weeks + 1 week for examinations. The whole course, consisting of 9 weeks, is generally held in May. No. 5 Good knowledge of the Italian language, to be tested before starting the course. Previous knowledge of the subjects dealt with is required No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Board and lodging, along with educational material will be provided by the School
SMM 26 DENOMINATION LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULE Naval Command and Coastal Patrol Boat Qualifying Course for Police/Armed Forces P.O.s Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena The course is aimed at improving the basic technical knowledge in order to enable attendees at: improving the theoretic/practical skills and a basic technical knowledge in order to enable attendees to the coastal units command and to the required tasks fulfilment.. The whole course lasts 11 weeks devoted to improving technical/professional skills, through the examination of the following subjects: coastal unit sailing; nautical science/meteorology; elements of naval building and equipment on board, fitting and manoeuvring; navigation laws; communications; maritime exercises. 1 week for examinations TYPICAL DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE BOARD & LODGING The course, consisting of 12 weeks, is generally held in September No. 5 Good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Board and lodging, along with educational material will be provided by the School
SMM 27 DENOMINATION LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM AND SCHEDULE Qualifying Course on Rubber Inflatable Boats Handling for foreign Enlisted Personnel Navy Petty Officer School - La Maddalena The course is aimed at providing attendees with the qualification for sailing naval small boats within 12 nm off the coast or the mother ship, and with the basic first aid elements The whole course consists of : a three-week 1 st phase, including the final written examination in Engines and First Aid Intervention : a two-week 2 nd phase, including the practical final examination in Small Unit Sailing and Maintenance TYPICAL DURATION PLACES AVAILABLE BOARD & LODGING 5 weeks, taking place generally in May No. 5 A good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Board and lodging, along with educational material will be provided by the School
SMM 30 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Specialistic Education Course for Enlisted Foreign Personnel/Technicians Electricians Data processing Operator; Electronic Technician Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at improving the professional skills of the personnel, in order to allow them to carry out the 1 st Level tasks of Technicians and/or Maintenance Operators,thanks to: An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations; Knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their instructions for use; Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (mobility and a technical equipment management) Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role Upon conclusion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained: A deeper knowledge related to their specialization; Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course; Awareness of their own role within the military organization; An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training; An improved fitness This course generally consists in the following main activities: An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks. 12 weeks, only once a year No. 5 places minimum up to max 24 places A good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Room and board, education equipment and sports facilities will be available and provided by the Institute
SMM 31 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Specialistic Education Course for Enlisted Foreign Personnel/Operational Technicians Radar Operator; Telecommunications Operator; Weapon Operator Navy Petty Officer School of TARANTO The course is aimed at proving the attending personnel with the basic qualification for carrying out the 1 st level tasks of Technicians/Maintenance Operators within their operational fields through:. An advanced knowledge of subjects related to their specializations; Knowledge of equipments particular and general elements and their instructions for use; Fulfilment of activities in their peculiar operational field (Combat) Awareness of duties and responsabilities related to their specific role Upon completion of the course, the attending personnel will have obtained: A deeper knowledge related to their specialization; Possibility to carry out successfully the Higher Specialist Qualification Course; Awareness of their own role within the military organization; An excellent military formation and a corresponding military training; An improved fitness This course generally consists in the following main activities: An advanced knowledge concerning roles related to belonging grade/specializations enabling attending personnel to carry out efficiently their tasks. 12 weeks, once a year No. 4 places minimum up to max 24 places A good knowledge of Italian language, to be tested before starting the related course No restrictions, as subjects dealt with are NOT CLASSIFIED Room and board, education equipment and sports facilities will be available and provided by the Institute
SMM 32 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Marine Safety Courses Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto Provide skill and knowledge to operators in Damage Control organization, as following: 1. Qualify operators belonging to damage control organization providing skill and knowledge to operate in a fire-fighting team; 2. Qualify operators belonging to damage control organization providing skill and knowledge to operate in a flood-fighting team with a focus on Damage Control organization; 3. Make proficient all personnel that operates on shore or aboard in basic CBRN survival skills, to continue to operate in CBRN threat conditions; 4. Advanced knowledge of fire, flood and CBRN risk assessment at sea and in harbour. Theoretical and practical lessons during following safety Courses: - 1st Week: Basic Fire Fighting Course - - 2nd Week: Counter Flooding Advanced Course - 3rd Week (Mon-Wed): CBRN1 Course - 3rd Week (Thu-Fri): Advanced Damage Control Course At the end of any course, personnel performance will be evaluate using a point system from 1 to 30. 3 Weeks; scheduled start date of May 20 - Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course (L2 R2) Good healt certification NOS not required It is recommended that students wear steel-toed boots and fire retardant coveralls. Room & Board provided
SMM 33 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Maritime Domain Awareness Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto Basic introduction to Maritime Domain Awareness doctrine Basic introduction of computer and internet usage; Basic introduction to International maritime laws Basic introduction to tools used and initiatives in effect to increase Maritime Situational Awareness. And also: Introduction of computer application (Windows and Office ecc) Lectures on both theory and practical application 5 working days From 08:10 at 16:30 ( Monday Thursday) From 08:10 al 12:00 (Friday) Max 15 Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course. Good level of English required at the beginning of the course. Room & Board provided
SMM 34 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Force Protection Officer Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto To provide sufficient theoretical and practical knowledge to adequately carry out duties as a Force Protection Officer onboard a naval unit. The course takes place at the Sea & Air Training Center and consists of both force protection theory and practical application. As part of course instruction, students will become proficient in basic first aid. At the end of the course there will be a final exam on force protection theory 1 Week 41 Class periods 15 Certified good level of Italian Generally good physical condition Room & board provided
SMM 35 TITLE LOCATION OBJECTIVES CURRICULUM DURATION Training course on the operation of basic and advance RADAR (ARPA) Sea & Air Training Centre, Taranto To acquire the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to successfully fulfil the duties of a shipboard RADAR Operator (1) Operate RADAR utilizing its various functions: - aide to navigation - collision avoidance - target acquisition (2) Determine relative motion at sea (3) Plan navigational voyage with reference to the following: - position at sea - characteristics of navigational charts - chart preparation/track planning - use of international signals and codes at sea - calculation of elements of motion at sea (set, drift, etc); - use of navigational publications. 2 Weeks (10 days of instruction) Planned course start date: June 7 Maximum Good level of Italian required prior to the beginning of the course. Room & Board provided