Nautical Institute DP Maintenance Course

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Five-day course for ETOs and electricians maintaining DP control systems; required for those issuing DP work permits or troubleshooting DP equipment.

Prerequisites: —
Duration: 40 hours
Validity: —
Refresher: —
Typical cost: ~$2200 USD

Recognised by IMCA M 117.

Where to take this course

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Nautical Institute DP Maintenance Course: FAQ

What is the Nautical Institute DP Maintenance Course (DP-MAINTENANCE) certification?: Five-day course for ETOs and electricians maintaining DP control systems; required for those issuing DP work permits or troubleshooting DP equipment. Category: DP.
Who needs DP-MAINTENANCE?: DP-MAINTENANCE applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. No formal prerequisites are listed in our directory. Without DP-MAINTENANCE, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.
How long does DP-MAINTENANCE 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 DP-MAINTENANCE cost?: Typical cost is around US$2200 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 DP-MAINTENANCE?: DP-MAINTENANCE 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.

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Nautical Institute DP Maintenance Course: FAQ

What is the Nautical Institute DP Maintenance Course (DP-MAINTENANCE) certification?

Five-day course for ETOs and electricians maintaining DP control systems; required for those issuing DP work permits or troubleshooting DP equipment. Category: DP.

Who needs DP-MAINTENANCE?

DP-MAINTENANCE applies to seafarers in roles defined under STCW. No formal prerequisites are listed in our directory. Without DP-MAINTENANCE, operators may decline to roster you for the relevant duties.

How long does DP-MAINTENANCE 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 DP-MAINTENANCE cost?

Typical cost is around US$2200 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 DP-MAINTENANCE?

DP-MAINTENANCE 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.