WFDM 200: Operator, Uninspected Passenger Vessel up to 100 ton (with Master’s when applicable)

This is a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) approved course for those with boating experience wanting to earn a U.S.C.G. license. Topics include navigation, seamanship, safety, rules of the road, and will prepare students to pass the requisite USCG exams. Depending on sea service and other USCG requirements, a person passing this course is eligible to apply for an Operator of Uninspected Passenger Vessel license to 100 tons (6-pack) Students should plan to spend significant time studying on their own in addition to the 60 – 88 hours of classroom instruction and lab exercises. After successful completion, students have one year to fulfill USCG requirements including obtaining a First Aid/ CPR certification, documenting sea service, USCG/ DOT physical exam, drug test, character references and a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC). OUPV without Master – 3 credits OUPV with Master – 4 Credits