Security Levels


 

  National Threat Level: Elevated

ITD Courses

small boat ops

 

Small Boat Operations and Naval Engineering Courses

Strong naval engineering and small boat operations skills are essential to keep vessels and equipment operating at peak performance. These courses cover a broad range of topics including engineering and logistics administration, outboard and hull maintenance, small boat operations and training development. Specific course offerings may be tailored to meet host nation requirements.

Search and Rescue Courses

Every two hours, every day, the USCG saves a life by rescuing people from the water, from sinking ships, from rooftops in flooded areas, and from cliffs. USCG search and rescue (SAR) courses train SAR personnel in search theory and planning using the International Aeronautical and Maritime SAR Manual and in the use of both high and low-technology SAR equipment.

Port Safety/Security and Environmental Protection Courses

Port Safety/environmental security training promotes international maritime safety and security standards. The courses in this section offer training in a broad range of subjects including environmental response, inspection of commercial vessels and offshore facilities, port safety and security management, and the development of national and international pollution response plans. Training is tailored to host nations objectives and may include one or several blocks of related training.

Maritime Law Enforcement Courses

Narcotics DetectionMaritime Law Enforcement (MLE) training provides the skills and knowledge required to carry out the USCG’s responsibility for enforcing U.S. and international laws and treaties in a variety of operational settings. Counter-narcotics is the most well known mission, however, MLE functions also include fisheries protection, enforcement of marine safety standards, and interdiction of illegal immigrants. MLE mobile training teams are tailored to specific host nation objectives.

 

Last Modified 9/9/2008