Course overview
Dredging & Marine Construction is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Dredging & Marine Construction. It covers the principles, the requirements of IMO conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL), ISM/ISPS codes and OCIMF guidance, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Dredging & Marine Construction
- Apply the relevant requirements of IMO conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL), ISM/ISPS codes and OCIMF guidance
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for port, terminal, shipping and marine operations professionals, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Dredging & Marine Construction fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat IMO conventions (SOLAS, MARPOL), ISM/ISPS codes and OCIMF guidance require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14–18 Feb 2027 | Muscat Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 26 Apr – 7 May 2027 | Abu Dhabi Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 31 May – 4 Jun 2027 | Casablanca Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 21 Jun – 2 Jul 2027 | Istanbul Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 2–6 Aug 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 10–14 Apr 2028 | Dubai Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 7–18 Aug 2028 | Baku Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 13–17 Aug 2028 | Salalah Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 4–15 Sep 2028 | Rome Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 16–20 Oct 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 26 Feb – 2 Mar 2029 | Kigali Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 2–13 Apr 2029 | Frankfurt Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 14–18 May 2029 | Geneva Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 21 May – 1 Jun 2029 | Abu Dhabi Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 8–12 Oct 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 28 Jan – 1 Feb 2030 | Brussels Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 18 Feb – 1 Mar 2030 | Zurich Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 18–22 Mar 2030 | Athens Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 22 Apr – 3 May 2030 | Frankfurt Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 4–8 Nov 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |