Aquatech Institute of Maritime Studies
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About Aquatech Institute of Maritime Studies
Aquatech Institute of Maritime Studies (AIMS), established in 2002, has been at the forefront of training Merchant Navy professionals through Pre-sea and modular courses designed to meet global standards. Our flagship General Purpose Training course provides a unique pathway for aspiring seafarers to build careers in a dynamic, fast-evolving industry. With robust infrastructure, strong quality assurance systems, and collaboration with international maritime sectors, AIMS ensures industry-relevant and future-ready education. The academy’s green Ghitorni campus, surrounded by forests, offers an ideal environment for focused learning and personal growth. Equipped with modern training and recreational facilities, AIMS is committed to delivering excellence and shaping competent, confident seafarers for the global maritime arena.
🔄 Refresher Courses
Refresher Training for Proficiency in PST – RPST
Eligibility: Previously PST certified seafarers; refresher updates survival skills, life-saving appliances use, drills, safety compliance, mandatory renewal.
Refresher Training for Proficiency in FPFF – RFPFF
Eligibility: Previously FPFF certified seafarers; refresher ensures updated fire prevention, firefighting skills, safety compliance, mandatory renewal.
Refresher Training for Advanced Training in Fire Fighting – RAFF
Eligibility: Previously ATFF certified seafarers; refresher updates fire prevention, firefighting, teamwork, emergencies; renewal mandatory under STCW.
🛢️ Familiarization
Security Trng. for Seafarer with Designated Security Duties – STSDSD
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, assigned designated security duties, covers ship security, threat assessment, certificate issued mandatory.
Basic Training for Liquified Gas Tanker Cargo Operations – BTGT
Eligibility: Completed STCW, pre-sea training, valid CDC, medically fit, assigned to gas tanker duties (deck/engine).
Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations – BTOCT
Eligibility: Completed STCW, assigned oil/chemical tanker cargo duties, CoP certificate issued upon completion, mandatory for service.
High Voltage Safety and Switch Gear at Operational level
Eligibility: Hold MEO Class III/SEO CoC, operational high voltage duties, training covers safe operation, maintenance, certificate issued.
Basic Safety Training – BST
Eligibility: 10th pass, age 18–30, medically fit, complete STCW PST, FPFF, EFA, PSSR, full attendance.
Crowd Management, Passenger Safety and Safety Training
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, assigned passenger ship duties, covers crowd control, evacuation, certificate issued mandatory.
High Voltage Safety and Switch Gear at Operational level
Eligibility: Hold MEO Class III/SEO CoC, operational high voltage duties, training covers safe operation, maintenance, certificate issued.
📋 Modular Courses
Medical First Aid – MFA
Eligibility: Completed STCW safety training, responsible for first aid on board, covers procedures, treatment, certificate issued.
Ship Simulators
Advanced navigation and engine room simulators for practical training
Research Vessels
Two research vessels for hands-on maritime experience
Library & Digital Resources
Comprehensive maritime library with 50,000+ books and digital resources
Hostels
Comfortable accommodation for 2000+ students
Sports Complex
Indoor and outdoor sports facilities including swimming pool
Medical Center
24/7 medical facilities with qualified medical staff
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Admission Process
Fill online application form
Pay application fee
Appear for IMU CET entrance exam
Counseling based on rank
Document verification
Fee payment and admission confirmation