Comprehensive Stability for MOU's

Course Accreditation

This course is flag-state approved and compliant with IMO Resolution A.1079 (28) requirements for the Minimum Safe Manning Certificate (MSMC).  Upon completion, delegates can apply for a Ballast Control Operator (BCO) endorsement.

This course aligns with the worldwide standard and mutually accepted training and certification objectives of the STCW Convention, and is delivered as a fully virtual, instructor-led training via Microsoft Teams.

Course Introduction

Maintaining stability is critical to the safe and efficient operations of Mobile Offshore Units (MOUs).
The Comprehensive Stability course has been designed to deliver theoretical knowledge of stability criteria for semi-submersibles, drill ships (mono hulls), and jack-up rigs, enabling participants to calculate and assess the stability of an MOU.

Our experienced trainer provides hands-on examples and a solid understanding of how stability is managed in daily offshore operations.

The course fulfills the competence requirements related to stability for Ballast Control Operators, Barge Masters, Barge Engineers, and Offshore Installation Managers as stated in IMO Resolution A.1079 (28).

Course Content

• Basic stability calculation, draft, list, and trim

• Stability criteria, intact and dynamic stability

• Hydrostatic data

• Movement and distribution of weights onboard

• Theoretical and computer-based exercises

• Damage stability

• The Inclining Experiment

• Mooring systems influence on stability

• Pre-loading and leg stresses on a jack-up rig

• Ballast systems and BCO duties

Course Objectives

After completing the course, delegates will be able to:

• Define the key elements of draft and stability calculations and their limitations.

• Calculate stability with respect to the rig’s position on the water and weight distribution in elevated conditions.

• Analyse the rig’s stability in case of loss of watertight integrity (damage stability).