MaritimeMT visit
The Maritime Department members, Ana Gundić and Dino Županović visited project partner institution MaritimeMT. The visit was organized for the purpose of a research conducted as part of WP2 – Short learning programmes in maritime industry.
FSU visit
The Maritime Department members, Dino Županović and Ana Gundić, as part of the Micro-qualifications in seafarers’ education and training – MICROMET project under the Erasmus+ KA2 program, visited the FSU ship in Malta together with Alan Amato from the project partner institution MaritimeMT. The visit was organized for the purpose of a research conducted as part of WP2 – Short learning programmes in maritime industry.
Cruise seminar
The Norwegian Seafarers’ Union, in cooperation with ITF, FIT-CISL, Ver.di, and SUC, organized a cruise seminar in Dubrovnik for seafarers residing in Croatia, Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, Macedonia, Montenegro, Romania, Austria and Central Europe.
Ana Gundic, Astrid Zekic and Dino Zupanovic attended the Cruise seminar, and carried out activities that are part of Work Package 2.
FSRU visit
The MICROMET project members, Ana Gundic and Astrid Zekic, visited the FSRU LNG Croatia. The visit was organized for the purpose of the research conducted as a part of WP2 – Short learning programmes in maritime industry.
MICROMET project workshop
On June 13, 2024, a workshop that is part of the MICROMET project was organized at the University of Zadar.
The workshop was part of the activities in Work Package 2 – Short learning programmes in the maritime industry. The aim of the workshop was to identify reasons for introducing new short learning programmes and map competencies lacking to perform jobs on board passanger ships, LNG carriers, and tankers. Experts from the maritime industry, including masters and chief officers, representatives from shipping companies, maritime faculties, maritime training centers, harbormaster’s office, as well as project partners, participated in the workshop.
Report on analysis of the current situation and the future needs of the maritime industry
The report analyses the current situation and future needs of the maritime industry regarding short learning programmes for seafarers. The report distinguishes STCW short courses (standardized) from non-STCW courses (company-driven), plus growing online training. The report stresses stronger cooperation between institutions, training centres and shipping companies to improve quality and enable recognition of micro-credentials.
Methodology for Recognition and validation of competencies of seafarers acquired STCW and non-STCW short courses
The document defines the methodology for recognizing and validating seafarers’ competencies acquired through STCW and non-STCW short learning programmes. It combines several data-collection tools: desk research, on-site interviews with company management, masters and chief mates, a Seafarers’ Form listing completed courses, a survey, plus a workshop and a roundtable of experts. Courses are mapped into categories such as Safety & Environmental Protection, Navigation, Cargo Operations and Soft Skills. The approach identifies competencies and topics covered, distinguishes those suitable for university programmes from highly specialized ones, and supports standardization and stakeholder cooperation.
Report on mapping of competencies contained in STCW and non-STCW short courses
The report analyses the content and outcomes of STCW and non-STCW short courses for seafarers on LNG carriers, crude oil/chemical tankers and cruise ships. The report highlights the need to recognize, validate and standardize non-STCW short courses, strengthening cooperation between maritime institutions, training centres and the maritime industry.
Short learning programmes in the maritime industry – Survey report
This report presents findings from a survey mapping the number, type and timeframe of STCW and non-STCW short courses for seafarers on LNG carriers, tankers and cruise ships.
Roundtable report MICROMET Project – Short Courses
The round table aimed to analyze and evaluate STCW and non-STCW short courses, their content, competencies covered, and industry needs. Key discussion points included the relevance and duration of additional non-STCW courses, company requests for such courses, key topics addressed, and opportunities for online course delivery. Areas for improvement in current study programs were also identified. This activity contributes to a better understanding of the maritime industry’s requirements for short learning programmes beyond standard STCW certifications, supporting the development of targeted micro-qualifications for seafarers.
Workshop report Short learning programmes in the maritime industry
The aim of the workshop Short learning programmes in the maritime industry was to analyse STCW and non‑STCW short courses for these vessel types, focusing on number, type, content, duration and covered competencies, and to identify reasons for the strong demand for additional training. Participants reviewed and corrected STCW course lists, classified non‑STCW courses into common categories, discussed missing competencies (especially in advanced safety, environmental awareness, digital skills and soft skills), and assessed which topics might be integrated into university programmes and which should remain specialized short courses.
Analysis of Maritime Pilots’ Education in the Republic of Croatia
Abstract of a paper presented at The 24th IAMUC, held at Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 9–11 October 2024, under the title: “Analysis of Maritime Pilots’ Education in the Republic of Croatia”
Proceedings of the International Association of Maritime Universities (IAMU) Conference
Proceedings of the International Association of Maritime Universities (IAMU) Conference, which includes two full papers under the titles: “Harmonization of non-STCW short-learning courses” “Analysis of Maritime Pilots’ Education in the Republic of Croatia”
Harmonization of non-STCW short-learning courses
Abstract of a paper presented at The 24th IAMUC, held at Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 9–11 October 2024, under the title: “Harmonization of non-STCW short-learning courses”
Enhancing seafarer education: insights from the MICROMET project
Book of Abstracts, which includes the abstract of a paper from the MICROMET project entitled: “Enhancing seafarer education: insights from the MICROMET project”. The paper was presented at The 26th Symposium on Theory and Practice of Shipbuilding, held from 2–5 October 2024 in Zadar, Croatia.
15th International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics (AHFE 2024…
Programme of the 15th International Conference on Applied Human Factors and Ergonomics (AHFE 2024) and the Affiliated Conferences, held in Nice, France, from 24–27 July 2024. It includes the presentation of a paper from the MICROMET project entitled: “Importance of cooperation among key stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of micro-credentials in maritime industry”.
Report on WP2 Short learning programmes in the maritime industry
WP2 of the MICROMET project focuses on short learning programmes for seafarers on LNG carriers, crude oil tankers and cruise ships. First, the team analysed existing projects, studies and course providers, and created a Seafarers’ Form to record STCW, non‑STCW and online courses. Field data were collected through visits to an FSRU and an FSU and at a cruise seminar. A survey mapped the number, type, content and duration of short courses and confirmed the need for continuous adaptation to industry and technological changes. WP2 then developed a methodology for recognising and validating competencies gained through STCW and non‑STCW courses, produced a detailed competency mapping, and organised a workshop and round table with experts. Results, including several scientific papers, show that non‑STCW courses and micro‑credentials are essential to fill gaps left by STCW standards.