- What is the Advanced Oil Tanker Operations (ADVANCED-OIL) certification?
- Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations under STCW A-V/1-1-2 — required of Masters, Chief Mates, Chief Engineers, Second Engineers and any officer with immediate cargo responsibility on an oil tanker. Cargo handling design and equipment, loading and discharge with focus on stress and stability, inert-gas systems, tank cleaning, COW, vapour return. Referenced in STCW table A-V/1-1-2. Category: Cargo Tanker.
- Who needs ADVANCED-OIL?
- ADVANCED-OIL applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW table A-V/1-1-2. Recommended prerequisites: basic-oil-chem. Without ADVANCED-OIL, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
- How long does ADVANCED-OIL take?
- Typical course duration is 40 hours (5 working days at 8h/day). This is face-to-face or blended-learning time at an approved training centre; revalidation refresher courses are usually shorter. Plan against your sea leave window before booking.
- How much does ADVANCED-OIL cost?
- Typical cost is around US$520 at an approved provider. Cost varies widely by country and training centre quality; many shipping companies cover the course fee as part of the contract. Check with your manning agent or fleet department before paying out of pocket.
- Where can I get ADVANCED-OIL?
- ADVANCED-OIL is delivered by approved training centres in most major maritime training countries. Use our /training-centres directory and the certifications-by-country filters to find an approved provider near you. The flag administration of your seaman's book may also publish a list of accepted providers.
- How long is ADVANCED-OIL valid?
- 5 years from issue, with a refresher required every 5 years. Plan your revalidation course before the expiry date; lapsed certificates may require re-sitting the full course rather than a refresher, and operators may refuse to extend a contract while a critical certificate is expired.