NMIOTC, in close cooperation with Hellenic Navy “PALASKAS” Training Centre, has prepared the “Train-the-Trainers” Technical Instructor Course aiming to provide participants with the overall general familiarity with transmitting and certifying pedagogical knowledge and enhance their presentation and speaking skills, key to getting the message across.

Thus, Course 17000 is considered of a great value in the light of maintaining / improving quality of training and raising the level of educational standards.

Main concern of the Center is to cover its training needs in the light of maintaining high quality standards to the level of available Instructors and in favor of newcomers, by running Academic Staff Development Program. This procedure is important to ensure that the planned and systemic approach to building, maintaining and improving the execution of Education and Individual Training (E&IT) activities is in alignment with required standards in respect of the Quality Assurance Unconditional Accreditation that NMIOTC has been awarded with, and in accordance with the latest issued Bi-Strategic Command Directive 075-007.

 

General information pertinent to all “17000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 16 and Min: 8.

 

Prerequisites:

1. Language proficiency: Students should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

2. Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in Word processing and PowerPoint Presentation.

3. Trainees are recommended to bring their own laptop equipped with standard VGA, or HDMI output . The below mentioned programs are suggested to be installed (alternatively can be installed at NMIOTC premises) and ready for use on each portable PC and the USB ports on every PC should be unlocked.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 10 working days (2 weeks).

 

NMIOTC Resources: Minimum resources required for the completion of this course are: one classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive board / lectures / internet access (for syndicate work), video camera (with tripod), internet access.

 

Accreditation: This Course has been classified as a “NATO Listed” Course and is open for NATO Countries and partner nations.

The aim of this course is to train security and MIO planners properly in order to be able to understand and assess security threats to offshore oil and gas assets and to support the effective planning of MIO, considering operational, technical and safety characteristics of oil and gas assets while applying advanced security assessment methodologies.

The target audience is NATO Nations’ and Partners’ personnel functioning as Staff Officers / operational planners, MIO team leaders from tactical, operational NCS/NFS HQs, individual NATO Naval Forces, members of NATO/ Allied Response Force (NRF / ARF). Personnel from Joint Commands and other related agencies (Coast Guard, Port Police, etc.), education and training facilities and equivalent civilian personnel from relevant government/agencies involved in Maritime Security Operations are also eligible to participate.

The aim of the training is to teach procedures for investigating maritime terrorism incidents. The training will include Diving Operations and the detonation of underwater improvised devices.

The aim of the course is to develop NATO analysts who can leverage Identity Intelligence to enhance analysis and production to inform command decisions in NATO Joint Operations Areas (JOAs). This include the key skills of identity identification (discovering new threat actors), resolution (separating friend from foe) and attribution (linking persons to places or events).

This course is also intended to provide a place to share lessons learned and develop analytical techniques.

Class Size: 8-18

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees must have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

       2. Computer skills: Basic skills in Microsoft Office.

3. Analyst experience:

1/ Participants should have an education in Intelligence Analysis.

2/ Participants should be knowledgeable of AIntP-15, AIntP-13, AIntP-10

4. Mandatory online module: “Introduction to Biometrics” online JADL course ADL 337 to be completed prior the course.

 

The Curriculum of the course includes the following theoretical and practical learning objectives:

  1. Understanding I2 in the Operational Environment
  2. Identity Components Overview
  3. Identity Intelligence Familiarization Organizational Structure
  4. Strategic Identity Intelligence
  5. Biometric Post-Match Analysis Report Comprehension
  6. Counter Intelligence and Human Intelligence Screening and Vetting Support Triage Spreadsheet Comprehension
  7. BEWL Training Overview
  8. Analysis and Production of Identity Intelligence
  9. Operation and Functions of NATO Automated Biometric Identification System (NABIS)
  10. Operation and Functions of the NATO Exploitation (NEX) Portal
  11. NATO Biometrics and Identity Intelligence Workflow Model
  12. Identity Intelligence Analysis in a Complex Environment – Capstone Exercise

General information pertinent to all “29000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 24 and Min: 8.   Prerequisites: 1.  Language proficiency: Trainees must have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

      2.  Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing and Power Point Presentation.   NMIOTC provides: Classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive boards, lectures, presentations, inter net access, handouts, training ship, radiological detectors, simulated and live radiological sources, RHIB.   Target Audience: Target Audience for this course are officers (OF-1 to OF-2) and petty officers (OR-4 to OR-9), Command team members (CO, XO, OPS, COMMS, etc.) and Boarding team members and equivalent civilian personnel who are involved in Maritime Security and Maritime Interdiction Operations, potentially related with WMD. Personnel from other Law Enforcement Authorities, Customs and other related Agencies, are also strongly encouraged to participate.   Course Duration: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

General information pertinent to all “28000 series” modules

 

Class Size: Max: 30 and Min: 24.

 

Prerequisites:

Language proficiency: Trainees are expected to conform to the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

 

Target audience: Personnel responsible for organization or execution of response to nuclear or radiological incidents in maritime environment, including first responders and public safety personnel responsible for radiation emergency response operations. Military Agencies, Law Enforcement Agencies (Coast Guard, Port Police etc.) and other Governmental/International agencies and organizations are also eligible to participate.

 

NMIOTC provides: transportation throughout the course duration, classrooms (with PC, screen and projector, multimedia capabilities including interactive boards, whiteboards, flipcharts etc), Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats, maritime training vessels (TP Aris and TP Alkyon), maritime/amphibious training area (a pier, containers, islands, and or surrounding training spaces), safety equipment.

 

U.S. DOE/NNSA provide: lectures delivered by relevant SMEs, radiological detection equipment (SPARCS, Backpacks, RIIDS, Pagers, and ORTEC detectives), TTX maps of and maritime training aids/materials, ropes with carabineers  and/or pulleys.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

 

Accreditation: The course is marked as “NATO Unclassified / Releasable to: PFP (except Russia), MD, ICI, PatG and Non-NATO Entities”. NMIOTC applies security arrangements and regulations according to NATO standards.

 

Detailed description:

The course objective is to provide participants ability of responding to nuclear or radiological incidents in a maritime environment.

The course is developed and delivered by Subject Matter Experts (SME) from U.S. Department of Energy and the National Nuclear Security Administration. Training is conducted through classroom lectures followed by demonstrations and training on board of maritime assets for total duration of five (5) days. Practical training is conducted in small groups to maximize direct learners interactions.

The performance objective of the course is to be achieved by the sequence of the following learning steps:

  1. Understand the principles of operating radiation detection equipment;
  2. Understand the planning process of maritime search;
  3. Operate radiological search equipment in maritime environment;
  4. Execute emergency response search in maritime environment.

On conclusion of the Course, participants will be able to:

      1. Engage and deliver fire from land to floating targets at sea;
      2. Engage and deliver fire from helicopter to stable and also towed targets at sea;
      3. Engage and deliver fire from a naval vessel to stable and also towed targets at sea;
      4. Plan and conduct Sniper Operations in maritime environment.

General information pertinent to all “Maritime Sniper Course series” modules

 

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: The course will be conducted in English. Translation to/from other languages will not be provided. All trainees must pass the English language test with a minimum of 70%. The test will be held at NMIOTC premises, as it is written in the Schedule of Events (Enclosure 2 to the Invitation Letter).

Course Duration: The course will occur over 11 days (2 weeks).

 

Accreditation: The course is marked as “NATO Unclassified” and is open to members of countries that comprise NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG).

 

Notes:

  1. Nations are encouraged to send complete teams of two (2) trained snipers, however individuals Snipers are also eligible to participate.
  2. All trainees are encouraged to bring their own weapons with all accessories, equipment and also ammunition (3000 rounds) in order to get the full value of the training (train as you fight).
  3. The training platform can support the use of weapons systems from .223 up to .300 WinMag.
  4. The trainees are authorized to have bolt action, however, are encouraged to bring semi automatic weapon systems.
  5. The trainees have to follow the appropriate process in order to transport their own weapons in due time.
  6. The participants must attend at least 85% of the classes of the course. The achievement of POs / ELOs will be assessed during the practical training by the instructors who will closely monitoring the training process.

1The course aims to provide to all combatants / first responders (SOF and conventional warfare personnel) involved in Maritime Operations basic knowledge and skills in delivering necessary pre-hospital care with limited equipment and in confined spaces. Furthermore, critical and essential skills will be taught so as the first responders will be able to assist medical personnel to provide more complicated medical assistance and deal effectively with a mass casualty situation.

General information pertinent to all “26000 series” modules

Class size: Max: 24 and Min: 8.

 

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)
2/ Speaking (Functional/2)
3/ Reading (Professional/3)
4/ Writing (Functional/2)
(SLP 3232)

  2. Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing and Power Point Presentation.

 

Pre – Study & Eligibility:

    1. Students will have to study in advance relevant course material which will be delivered to them upon registration to the Course.
    2. Afterwards and before their arrival they are strongly advised to complete NMIOTC ADL 100 in relevance to basic anatomy, physiology of the human body, basic pharmacology, and latest updated TCCC acronym. It is though compulsory for all potential students to complete through JADL e-learning platform the 4 parts of Module 21010 including the self assessment part (Module 21020 is not obligatory to complete but highly recommended).
    3. Furthermore, trainees should complete the pre-test(Multiple Choice Questions) which will take place the first day of the course. The MCQ test will be based on the provided pre-study material and the required Module 21010 from ADL 100 and will assess trainees’ level of knowledge (not in a pass/fail basis).

 

Evaluation/Assessment:0

Trainees will be assessed in 3 different areas.

    1. Final-test (20 pts) (Multiple Choice Questions) which will take place the last day of the course. The MCQ test will be based on the provided study material and will assess trainees’ level of knowledge.
    2. Performance Based Evaluation on 14 Skill Stations (40 pts). Each of them contains critical tasks (marked as “C”) and many skills which the student has to successfully pass at least with a 2nd .
    3. Assessment on a completed simulated scenario (40 pts): There is also a Skills Assessment Checklist designed for performing a skills assessment as part of a culminating event, so the trainer can test all the required skills at once as part of a scenario.

 

Overall score corresponds to the following assessment:

(1) 90 or above – the trainee has proven the knowledge and skills of a fully capable Combat Lifesaver by following NATO and TCCC procedures in efficient execution of simulated TCCC scenario.

(2) 75 or above – the trainee has proven the basic knowledge and skills of a Combat Lifesaver by achieving the objectives with minor performance deficiencies in following NATO and TCCC procedures.

(3) 74 or below – the trainee has failed to prove the skill and knowledge required to execute first aids on the battlefield. In specific, he will be informed by the skill sheets (signed by trainer and trainee) and the results of MC test.

 

Attendance of the participants is obligatory in order to be considered as “successful attendees”. Participants who fail to attend 85% of the course are not entitled to acquire the graduation certificate (standard NMIOTC certificate of completion or attendance accordingly).

 

Accreditation: The Course is marked as “NATO Unclassified” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP) (except Russia), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

 

General information pertinent to all modules

Class Size: Max: 30 and Min: 8.

 

Prerequisites:

1.  Language proficiency: Trainees should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/Listening (Professional/3)

2/Speaking (Professional/3)

3/Reading (Professional/3)

4/Writing (Professional/3)

(SLP 3333)

 

2.  Computer skills: Basic skills in Word processing and Power Point presentation.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Approved” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

 

The aim of the course is to educate and train NATO Nations and Interoperability Platform Partner Nations WIT personnel in NATO Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) to conduct Level 1 – Field Exploitation tasks on board vessels and other maritime infrastructure, as well as in the Underwater Environment, in support of C-IED operations

Class Size: Max: 24 and Min: 8.

 

Prerequisites:

Language proficiency:  Trainees must have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

SLP 3232

 

Specific Objectives:

Students shall be able to deliver basic medical assistance by:

  1. Conducting first responder/combat lifesaver procedures (i.e. lethal bleedings, airway dysfunctions, circulation problems, e.t.c.).
  2. Enhancing their skills during battlefield conditions in support of maritime operations (low visibility, firings, combat stress).
  3. Identifying the first-aid equipment and its usage.
  4. Describing the activation of the 9-line CASEVAC procedure.
  5. Conducting basic MIO medical planning.
  6. Executing different types of transporting wounded/injured personnel.

 

Course Duration: The course will last ten (10) working days.

The aim of the this course is to train Special Operation Forces, SOF-like forces and SOF enablers to identify what operations and tasks at tactical level their units should be able to conduct within Joint Operation Area (JOA), during a multinational operation.

General information pertinent to all “20000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 24 and Min: 8.

 

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees must have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

 

2. To achieve ELO in accordance with standards stated below the table it’s vital to be carrying out the following skills:

Skill / Capability Proposed training subjects
Basic techniques Room clearing, entry techniques, stair clearing, search, first aid, CBRN, navigation communication, EO awareness skills
Weapons proficiency Close quarter shooting, security measures to avoid fratricides and collateral damages, common knowledge of unit-weapons, target discrimination
Explaining of the physical environment Cover, concealment, use of the depth of rooms, determination of the best approach in the Coastal Sites
Physical fitness Combat conditioning (training with full equipment and ballistic protection)
Mental endurance Combat conditioning contributes to a better confidence. The implementation of stress factors such as sounds, smells, (changing) temperature, humidity obscured vision, and darkness leads to better mental endurance. These effects are enhanced when used in enclosed training spaces like shooting houses or subterranean facilities
Cultural and Gender Explaining Cultural, gender and religious awareness, language phrases

 

NMIOTC provides:

  1. For theoretical part : Classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive boards, lectures, internet access, NMIOTC intranet library, handouts and mission specific scenarios.

 

2. For practical part : Any trainee may bring his own gear/equipment to the course. The training needs such as Coastal Urban Training Area (CUTA), Ambulance with paramedic, Training Yard including Fast Rope Tower, Any available asset(s) to be used for transportation of trainees suitable to generic JOA and Role Players; will be provided by NMIOTC.

In case of need NMIOTC is also may provide the items listed in below table:

Nu. Equipment/Gear/Item
1 Protective gear: goggles, ear protection, helmets, gloves, face masks (24)
2 Replica guns and knives (24)
3 Climbing rope, 11mm diameter,  Titanium hooks (4), Climbing Carabiners (4); Industrial descender (6)
4 Portable radios (24);
5 Simweapons and magazines (30)
6 Simmunition Rounds (9 mm. and 5.56 mm)
7 Flashlights (24)
8 Holsters and belts (24)
9 Handcuffs (12);
10 Life vest with chemical lights and whistle (30)
11 Fast Rope climbing equipment (5 sets)
12 Safety tube line (30)

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 10 working days (2 week).

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Approved” and is open to members of countries that comprise NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG).

 

Target audience: Officers ranging from OF-1 to OF-3/4 (Specialized Teams, SOF Units, Amphibious Units) and Petty Officers (CPO, PO) / Enlisted personnel ranging from OR-1 to OR-9 (Specialized Teams, SOF Units, Amphibious Units) .

On completion of the Course students will be able to:

  1. Understand cyber security aspects of maritime operations.
  2. Identify cyber security threats in maritime operations.
  3. Apply knowledge/skills/guidance in application of cyber resilience together with situational awareness, business continuity plan and risk management.

The target audience is the community of interest maritime personnel functioning as Staff Officers / operational planners, from tactical, operational NCS/NFS HQs, individual NATO Naval Forces, members of NATO response Force (NRF), Enhanced NATO Response Force (eNRF) without dedicated (specialized) cyber security operational background. Personnel from Joint Commands and other related Agencies (Coast Guard, Port Police, etc.), educational and training facilities and equivalent civilian personnel from relevant government/agencies involved in Maritime Security Operations are also eligible to participate.

 

The Course will be conducted in English. Attendees should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/ coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

Listening – Professional (3)

Speaking – Professional (3)

Reading – Professional (3)

Writing – Professional (3).

 

This is a NATO ACT Listed Course, classified as “NATO Restricted”. NMIOTC applies security arrangements and regulations according to NATO standards.

The primary aim of the Course is to train military and law enforcement personnel on biometrics collection and forensics collection using electronic biometrics collection device and proper forensic collection materials and procedures.

General information pertinent to all “18000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 16 and Min:8 .

 

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Functional/2)

2/ Speaking (Professional/3)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 2332)

    2. Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing and Power Point Presentation.

 

Course Length: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

 

NMIOTC Resources: Minimum resources required for the completion of this course are 1 classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive board/lectures/internet access (for syndicate work), and NMIOTC training platforms for practical training.

 

Accreditation: The Course is not accredited at this time and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

General information pertinent to all “1000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 14 and Min: 8.

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees must have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

       Note: The trainees group can use its own interpreter in case the language standards are not met. In such a case the allocated time per module will be increased accordingly.

2.  Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing and Power Point Presentation.

 

NMIOTC provides: classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive boards, lectures, internet access, NMIOTC intranet library, handouts and mission specific scenarios for MIO Tactical Simulator.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Approved” and is open to members of countries that comprise NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG).

 

Note: Course 1000 is not suitable for delivery by METT due to requirements of module 1090 (MIO Simulator Training/SIMEX).

The content of the course can be delivered outside NMIOTC premises up to Depth of Knowledge 200 (Understand).

Description: This one-week course is comprised of seven modules which complement each other in the understanding of maritime aspects in contribution to Operational Planning and control of Joint Operations. Each lecture ends with an interactive Q & A to enable students to develop and consolidate their understanding of the subject topic. Panel discussions will be used to enable in-depth conversations with more than one lecturer, thereby allowing contrasting viewpoints to be aired. Course material will be given upon completion for reference.

Lectures are designed to provide students with a detailed understanding of the content being presented and are followed by brief, moderated Q&A sessions. Apart from these lectures, small syndicates will perform table top exercises and provide back briefs to amplify the class. Multimedia tools are used in a balanced and constructive combination to enhance internalization of information.

General information pertinent to all “16000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 24 and Min: 12.

 

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Professional/3)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Professional/3)

(SLP 3333)

2.  Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in Word processing and Power Point Presentation.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

 

NMIOTC Resources: Minimum resources required for the completion of this course are 2 classrooms equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive board/lectures/internet access (for syndicate work).

 

Target Audience: NATO Countries Staff Officers (OF-2 to OF-5) and NCOs (OR-7 to OR-9) from tactical, operational or strategic HQs.

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Approved”.

 

Other: The Course is classified as “NATO Restricted”.

 

General information pertinent to all “15000 series” modules

 

Class size: Max: 12 and Min: 8.

 

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Functional/2)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Functional/2)

4/ Writing (Survival/1)

(SLP 2221)

 

2. Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing.

 

Note: The trainees group can use its own interpreter in case the language standards are not met. In such a case the allocated time per module will be increased accordingly.

 

NMIOTC provides: Classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive boards, lectures, PPT, Internet access, NMIOTC intranet, handouts, training ship, training weapons, personal gear, RHIBs, whaler.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO LISTED” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

The IED, as an established explosive threat to military and other operations, will undoubtedly continue to feature as a weapon of choice against our forces and populations in the future as it does now. Past and current experiences have clearly demonstrated the effectiveness of the IED in all types of situation, including at sea and in ports, where the accepted concepts of IEDD and Force Protection are being challenged in order to better combat the IED threat and provide responses capable of returning the situation to normal as safely and competently as possible.

In order to better understand how to conduct M-IEDD operations in the Maritime Operating Environment the challenges and limitations imposed by the environment have to be considered and understood. In pursuing a viable concept to apply to M-IEDD operations, accepted principles of operation and best practices developed over many years in the land domain cannot be set aside by those with maritime jurisdiction, but rather they must be considered and then employed to underpin a M-IEDD concept for the development of Techniques Tactics and Procedures (TTPs), as appropriate.

Furthermore, NMIOTC has developed this course in accordance with NATO standards and guidelines aiming at mitigating the IED threat focusing mostly on the “Defeat the Device (DtD)” line of effort which is a critical supporting function necessary to preserve the Alliance Center of Gravity (CoG) by minimizing casualties. This M-IEDD Course intends to cover the decisive condition in order to respond to operational requirements to provide IEDD training capability to all Nations and Partners.

This course aims to educate and train qualified EOD personnel to competently undertake M-IEDD operations on-board vessels and other maritime infrastructure in support of C-IED or other Maritime Operations.

On completion of the Course, students will be able to:

  1. Understand the IED threat in the context of maritime and related operations and how the basic principles of IEDD can be successfully applied to task resolution.
  2. Understand the core and specialist subject knowledge including: specialist skills and render, safe techniques in support of M-IEDD.
  3. Understand the significance of the related subjects of search and site exploitation (e.g. evidence preservation and collection, considerations during M-IEDD tasks).
  4. Plan M-IEDD operations, including: task appreciation, appraisal of tactical considerations in respect of the operating environment, M-IEDD team make-up, required resources, access and requisite on-board actions.

General information pertinent to all “14000 series” modules

 

Class Size: Max: 24 and Min: 8.

 

Prerequisites:

  1. The course is open to qualified Explosive Ordnance Disposal/Improvised Explosive Device Disposal personnel only.
  2. Language proficiency: Students should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/Listening (Professional/3)

2/Speaking (Functional/2)

3/Reading (Professional/3)

4/Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

3.  Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in Word processing and Power Point Presentation.

 

Course Length: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

 

NMIOTC Resources: Minimum resources required for the completion of this course are a classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive boards/lectures/internet access (for syndicate work), sim-rounds, sim-weapons, fixed training platforms and sea-borne target vessel/boat, RHIBs and other insertion platforms, IEDD Tools and Equipment, Search Equipment, Basic Exploitation Equipment, Two (2) Specialist Instructors, Role Players and Safety personnel as necessary.

 

Accreditation: This Course has been accredited as a “NATO Listed” course by NATO and is open to NATO countries and Partners.

 

Other: The Course is focused on the C-IED “Defeat the Device” pillar and is classified as “NATO Unclassified”.

The aim of this course is to deliver the appropriate knowledge to the Command Team of a naval unit in order to prepare them to fulfill the unit’s specific tasks related to operations to assist law enforcement agencies with the refugee and migrant crisis at sea. It is a broad training package that introduces the trainees to various aspects of the Migration issues in the maritime domain with primary focus on safety and security. It offers a range of theoretical modules based on NATO standards and internationally recognized best practices.

The course is organized to cover the theoretical aspects of a migration related operation.

General information pertinent to all “13000 series” modules

Class size: Max: 16 and Min: 12.

 

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, edition 3):
    1/ Listening (Functional/2)
    2/ Speaking (Functional/2)
    3/ Reading (Functional/2)
    4/ Writing (Survival/1)
    (SLP 2221)
  2. Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing and Power Point Presentation.
  3. Basic understanding of Search and Rescue Operations.

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Listed” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

This course aims to educate and train boarding team personnel in NATO TTPs in order to undertake targeted maritime search and exploitation tasks on board vessels and other maritime infrastructure in support of C-IED operations.

 

On completion of the Course students will be able to:

  1. Develop IED threat awareness and adapt search principles that support the Attacking the Network (AtN), C-IED main line of effort,
  2. Identify pre-boarding requirements (key considerations for conducting vessel search, tactical considerations, required resources and on-board actions),
  3. Integrate knowledge, skills and techniques in support of CME (on-board site exploitation, perform evidence / biometrics / forensics collection, vessel and people search) through mentored exercises, a Table Top Exercise (TTX) and a Final Tactical C-IED Exercise (FTX).

General information pertinent to all “12000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 24 and Min: 8.

 

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Students should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

 3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

2.  Computer skills: Students should be familiar with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

 

Course Length: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

 

NMIOTC Resources: Minimum resources required for the completion of this course are 4 classrooms equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive boards/lectures/internet access (for syndicate work), simweapons/dummy weapons, fixed training platforms and sea-borne target vessel/boat, RHIBs and other insertion platforms, Search Equipment including hand held metal detectors/cameras,Basic Exploitation Equipment (evidence collection/ forensics), Two (2) Specialist Instructors, SEEK II Devices for Biometrics collection, Role Players and Safety personnel and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as necessary.

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Approved” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI), releasable also to ISAF Troop Contributing Nations (TCNs), that have expressed a keen interest in the subject matter, Partners across the Globe (PatG) and Boarding Team members or equivalent civilian personnel who are involved in Maritime Security and MIO, potentially related with C-IED in the Maritime Environment.

 

Other: The Course is focused on the C-IED “Attack the Network (AtN)” main line of effort and is classified as “NATO Unclassified”.

General information pertinent to all “10000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 24 and Min: 10.

 

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency:Trainees must have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

     2. Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing and Power Point Presentation.

 

Note: The trainees group can use its own interpreter in case the language standards are not met. In such a case the allocated time per module will be increased accordingly.

 

NMIOTC Resources: Minimum resources required for the completion of this course are 4 classrooms equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive boards/lectures/internet access (for syndicate work), NMIOTC Intranet library and handouts.

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Listed” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

 

Target audience for this course is naval personnel functioning as Boarding Officers (BOs), Officers and Petty Officers, Law enforcement officers, Borders, Custom officers, Intelligence officers. Additionally, the Course is open to Command Team members (CO, XO, OPS, COMMS etc.) and Boarding Team members or equivalent civilian personnel who are involved in Maritime Security and MIO, potentially related with Human and drug trafficking.

NMIOTC has identified a significant and growing requirement for maritime command teams and operational forces to be trained to confront and deal with the complex array of security threats that face maritime organizations in the modern world. Training at all levels enhances individual and unit readiness prior to deployment on maritime operations and for home waters protection considerations.

General information pertinent to all “8000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 24 and Min: 10.

 

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

       2. Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in Word processing and Power Point Presentation.

 

NMIOTC Resources: Minimum resources required for the completion of this course are 4 classrooms equipped with multi media capabilities including interactive boards/lectures/internet access for syndicate work, CIED training equipment, different sizes of Vehicles, simrounds, simweapons, NMIOTC training platforms and RHIBs.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 10 working days (2 weeks).

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Approved” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

 

Other: The Course is focused on the C-IED “Prepare the Force” capability pillar and is classified “NATO Unclassified”.

General information pertinent to all “7000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 14 and Min: 8.

 

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/Listening (Professional/3)

2/Speaking (Functional/2)

3/Reading (Professional/3)

4/Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

 

2. Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing and Power Point Presentation.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Listed” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

Proliferation of Weapons of Mass Destruction is an issue that is being examined by the NATO community and countries as an existing threat in the maritime environment. NMIOTC has created this course aiming to fulfill an operational requirement and most importantly to enhance personnel or unit’s readiness prior to deployment in maritime operations. This course provides a comprehensive approach covering issues related to countering WMD materials proliferation in the maritime environment.

General information pertinent to all “6000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 24 and Min: 8.

 

Prerequisites:

1.  Language proficiency: Trainees must have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

      2.  Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing and Power Point Presentation.

 

NMIOTC provides: Classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive boards, lectures, presentations, inter net access, handouts, training ship, radiological detectors, simulated and live radiological sources, RHIB.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 5 working days (1 week).

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Approved” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

Target Audience for this course are officers and petty officers, Command team members (CO, XO, OPS, COMMS, etc.) and Boarding team members and equivalent civilian personnel who are involved in Maritime Security and Maritime Interdiction Operations, potentially related with WMD. Personnel from other Law Enforcement Authorities, Customs and other related Agencies, are also strongly encouraged to participate

The scope of the course encompasses group projects work, classroom presentations and simulation exercises, to achieve a practical understanding, learn the prerequisite terminology, operational philosophy and guidance utilized in NATO maritime forces operations and exercises.

Target audience is NATO and Partner Naval personnel involved in NATO-led Maritime Operations and Exercises NATO Maritime Ops, ranging from OR-9 to OF-5. Additionally, it is open to equivalent Law Enforcement (Coast Guard, Port Police) or civilian personnel and can be attended also by members of civilian organizations.

 

SIMEX: After the completion of the theoretical part the trainees will be practicing in the Tactical MIO Simulator and utilize Module 1090 – “MIO Simulator Training/SIMEX” (see Module 1090 description). The simulation will give the trainees the opportunity to implement their skills by applying communication procedures, NATO ROEs by demonstrating verbal and written skills on requesting/authorizing/employing of appropriate ROEs and use of MIO Terminology and Procedures.

General information pertinent to all “5000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 14 and Min: 12 trainees

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees must have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

2.  Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing and Power Point Presentation.

 

NMIOTC provides: classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive boards, 1 laptop per student in the classroom/lecture room with intranet and internet access, lectures and mission specific serious games in MIO Tactical Simulator.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 10 working days (2 weeks).

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Approved” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

General information pertinent to all “4000 series” modules

 

Prerequisites:
Language proficiency: Trainees should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/Listening (Professional/3)

2/Speaking (Functional/2)

3/Reading (Professional/3)

4/Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

 

NMIOTC provides: Exercise documents (EXSPEC, EXPLAN, Exercise Scenario, Intel and exercise messages), training platform, rope access equipment, personal gear, RHIB, hook and pole, caving ladder.

NMIOTC may also provide, upon request, an underway unit (at additional expense) to act as target vessel during the exercise.

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Approved” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

General information pertinent to all “3000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 24 and Min: 8.

 

Prerequisites:

    1. Language proficiency: Trainees must have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/ Listening (Professional/3)

2/ Speaking (Functional/2)

3/ Reading (Professional/3)

4/ Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

Notes:

    1. Resident Course 2000 (Boarding Team Theoretical Issues) is a prerequisite for this course. Courses 2000 and 3000 are designed to be taken together for a combined duration of 10 days.
    2. Trainees must be qualified as Small Arms Weapon users (for Module 3020, 3030) and qualified as “swimmers” (for Module 3060).

NMIOTC provides: Classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive boards, lectures, PPT, Internet access, NMIOTC intranet, handouts, Student guide (where applicable), training ship, rope access equipment, training weapons, personal gear, three-stack containers, stationary and remote control targets, RHIB, hook and pole, caving ladder, FRIES, rotary wing aircraft.

 

Course Duration: The course will occur over 7 working days.

 

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Approved” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.

General information pertinent to all “2000 series” modules

Class Size: Max: 24 and Min: 8 trainees

Prerequisites:

  1. Language proficiency: Trainees should have the following standards of proficiency in English (as described/coded in 2009 STANAG 6001, Edition 3):

1/Listening (Professional/3)

2/Speaking (Functional/2)

3/Reading (Professional/3)

4/Writing (Functional/2)

(SLP 3232)

      2.  Computer skills: Basic skills in a Graphical User Interface (GUI) Operating System, as well as basic skills in word processing and Power Point Presentation.

Notes:

  1. Resident Course 2000 is designed to be taken in tandem with Resident Course 3000 (Boarding Team Practical Issues) for a combined duration of 10 days.
  2. The trainee group can use its own interpreter in case the language standards are not met. In such a case the allocated time per module will be increased accordingly.

NMIOTC provides: classroom equipped with multimedia capabilities including interactive boards, lectures, internet access, NMIOTC intranet Lessons Learnt, Best practices library and mission specific handouts.

Course Duration: The course will occur over 3 working days.

Accreditation: The Course is accredited as “NATO Approved” and is open to NATO, Partnership for Peace (PfP), Mediterranean Dialogue (MD), Istanbul Cooperation Initiative (ICI) and Partners across the Globe (PatG) countries.