The Masters to less than 100 GRT course is an add-on to 3B’s OUPV (6-pack) or for prospective students that currently hold an OUPV (6-pack) license. After successfully completing this course, students can apply for a Masters 25, 50 or 100 GRT license. A USCG Masters License authorizes you to operate inspected passenger vessels with more than 6 passengers for hire. Depending on your experience, the US Coast Guard will issue qualified applicants a 25, 50 or 100 GRT license.
This course is 24 hours of classroom time spread out over three 8 hour days. A final exam of 50 multiple choice questions is given on the last day of class and requires a minimum of passing grade of 70%.
Students that successfully complete this course (100% Attendance and 70% on final exam), are issued a Certificate of Completion that must be presented to the US Coast Guard along with a completed application package for a Masters License.
This class begins on 02/28/2025 at:
Chesapeake College’s Cambridge Campus, MD (418 Race St Cambridge, MD) and is scheduled for –
• Feb 28 : 8:00am-5:00pm
• Mar 1 and 2 : 8:00am – 5:00pm
INSTRUCTOR: Capt. Ross Fowle
This class is operated in partnership with Chesapeake College, all registrations are through the college website at – https://sserv.chesapeake.edu/Student/InstantEnrollment
Please see below for instructions: Course Code is “CET 416”
*If you have any questions regarding registering through Chesapeake College, please contact us directly at ross@captainsschool.com*
Our Masters to less than 100 GRT Upgrade course consists of instruction on the following subjects:
• Cargo Handling
• Principles of Ship Construction
• Vessel Trim and Stability
• Load Lines
• Rules and Regulations for Inspected Vessels
• MARPOL
• Instruments for Ship, Cargo and Passengers
• Shipment and Discharge, Manning
• Vessel Alteration and Repair
• Anchoring
• Fire Fighting Equipment
• Fire Fighting Systems
• Organization of Fire Drills
• Lifesaving Appliance Regulations
• Lifesaving Appliance Operations
• Maneuvering for Launching Lifeboats
• Survival at Sea
• Ocean Currents
• COLREGS
