Dynamic Positioning Simulator Course (NI DP Advanced)
DP Simulator Course is a "Phase C" of The Nautical Institute DPO Training and Certification Scheme. 5-day training is carried out mostly on the DP Simulator to allow delegates to gain required skills and knowledge of DP Operations.
The Nautical Institute.
Malaysia contacts
Mid Valley City, Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia, 59200
To give the student should a thorough knowledge of the practical aspects of DP operations. They should be capable of planning and conducting any DP operation, including risk assessment, contingency planning and assessment of vessel capability. They should also be able to react correctly to any circumstances which could lead to a catastrophic failure or which constitutes a catastrophic failure itself.
The course is part of NI DPO Training Scheme. More details about NI DPO Training Scheme you may find HERE.
The training is based on the programme as outlined by the recommendations contained in The International Maritime Organization (IMO) and The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) guidelines.
Training is a mix of theoretical sessions and practical exercises in simulators, using Kongsberg DP.
- By use of simulator equipment, the student must demonstrate an ability to set up and operate a DP system, including special functions as Auto track and follow target, sensors and associated Position reference systems.
- The student must demonstrate an ability to carry out a DP operation. All elements of the operation must be adequately covered. This includes planning using all relevant information, contingency planning, worksite approach, use of checklists, communication, DP watch schedule, DP hand over and DP logbook requirements.
- The student must describe the limitations of the DP systems during operations in shallow and deep waters.
- The student must demonstrate knowledge of conditions that will cause degraded or emergency status to prevail.
- The student must evaluate various information received and recognise warnings and alarms associated with catastrophic failures.
- The student must demonstrate correct behavior in connection with failures and take appropriate action to stabilise the vessels position after a failure.
Instructors will assess and score the candidate during theoretical and practical exercises. The pass mark is 70%
Admission Requirements
Participants must have attended and satisfactorily completed an approved Dynamic Positioning (DP) basic course. Documented minimum sea-going DP familiarization (30 or 60 days depends on scheme) with sufficient entries in the training log.
Participants must hold either a STCW Regulation II/1 - II/2 - II/3 Deck or a Regulation III/1 - III /2 - III/3 Engine certificate. Valid certificate must be presented on the first day of the course as proof.
Persons who have a DP Basic / induction course dated before January 1st 2012 can join the course, if the complete DPO training can be completed within a 5 year period.
Additional information
After successfully completion of Advanced/Simulation course, delegates may obtain certificate "Crew resource management in an offshore environment" upon their request.
Reviews - Dynamic Positioning Simulator Course (NI DP Advanced)
- Excellent simulator and instructor
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Good teaching, best information, and up-to-date equipment. (Posted on 9/5/2025) - Good
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Great environment and course outline, good location. Great service. (Posted on 9/5/2025) - DP Advance Course
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Practical & theory class are well given to students for the training centre (Posted on 8/8/2025) - Great course
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Well run and great equipment. Course was smooth from start to finish with lots of learning experiences. (Posted on 8/8/2025) - Dp advance
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Great training center. Easy to access to location and good training experience (Posted on 6/20/2025) - Very good training centre
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A really good training centre (Posted on 6/13/2025) - Good
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Good equipment, location and staff (Posted on 6/13/2025) - Recommended training center for DP course
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Very good training center with high standard (Posted on 5/16/2025) - Good training centre
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I have attend dp basic and dp advance course on this training centre. So far all the training went in smooth and the admin is good and lecturer teaching in good manner and easy to understood. The lecturer very kind and helpful. (Posted on 5/16/2025) - Professional Training Center
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LERUS CENTER is a professional and modern training center in Malaysia . A good starting place for all DPOs. (Posted on 7/5/2024) - DP simulator course
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During the course I got the advance. I got many knowledge from teacher about control the DP and resolve emergency situation. That is good knowledge for me in the future. Thanks for all of you support us! And all the people there very friendly. (Posted on 7/5/2024) - Excellent
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Qualified instructor. Friendly and comfortable training center. Good job Lerus keep it up. (Posted on 6/21/2024) - Excellent
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Good place & excellent instructor, very helpful, good environment. Thank you lerus thank you instructor. (Posted on 6/21/2024) - Excellent course
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The course was very informative and the instructor was highly qualified, really helpful with all my questions regarding the course. (Posted on 5/10/2024) - DP Simulator course
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All equipment in good condition.
Teacher is friendly. I easy learning and understand the knowledge bout DP system. (Posted on 5/10/2024) - Splendid
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The training center is situated in an exceptionally favorable geological location, ensuring easy accessibility to all necessary facilities. The training equipment is meticulously installed, offering a realistic simulation of actual operations. The staff and lecturers demonstrate remarkable friendliness and patience, providing comprehensive explanations and assistance in addressing any knowledge gaps we may encounter. (Posted on 4/19/2024) - Good facilities
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Good training with experience instructor.
The best facilities.
Strategic place.
Would recommended to other friends.
(Posted on 4/18/2024) - Satisfied when Lerus for being open at KL Malaysia
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Very well experienced instructor and provide how to be a good DPO in future. (Posted on 4/18/2024) - very good
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Good place, excellent instructor, very helpful, good environment and location. Easy access to public transport, hotels, (Posted on 3/19/2024) - Excelent Training Centre
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Very gladfull when Lerus for being open at KL. Much easier for Malaysian to go there. Very well experienced instructor and provide us with how to be a good DPO in future. (Posted on 3/15/2024)
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