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OIC-NW Constantino Rosas II emphasized the difference between ordinary English and communication used onboard ships. Unlike everyday conversations, maritime communication requires specific, clear, and standardized expressions to prevent confusion and misunderstandings. Through SMCP, seafarers use internationally recognized phrases to convey instructions and information accurately, particularly during critical operations and emergencies. The discussion highlighted the importance of proper maritime terminology in promoting effective communication and safety at sea.
SEAWISE features seven comprehensive learning modules with engaging and informative videos designed to make SMCP easier to understand and apply. The website includes a pretest administered before learners begin the modules and a post-test taken after completing all seven modules. These assessments allow learners to evaluate their initial knowledge, monitor their progress, and measure improvements in their understanding of SMCP. The platform was developed through the initiative of UC-METC researchers Ramil Allen Masong, Mitchel II Seguerra, Lexus Luceñara, Ken Thomas Vicentillo, and Hans Floyd Solijon, under the guidance and supervision of their research adviser, Ms. Iris Q. Heslop. The researchers initiated the project to help address gaps in SMCP learning and provide a useful resource for maritime students. The Dean of the College of Maritime Education commended the students' research initiative and recognized Ms. Heslop's guidance and supervision throughout the research process.
The training also covered navigational lights and shapes, which help seafarers identify vessels and determine their status and activities at sea. Understanding these visual signals is essential for maintaining situational awareness and complying with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs). Through the training and the introduction of SEAWISE, recognized cadets were encouraged to strengthen their maritime knowledge and communication skills, which are vital for safe and effective shipboard operations.
Via | D/C Charles Tapales
