The Royal Institution of Naval Architects
BASIC DRY DOCK TRAINING COURSE
3rd-7th March 2008
By Joe Stiglich
This four-and-a-half day course covers the fundamentals and calculations of dry docking. The course begins with
the basics and safety concerns, and progresses through all phases of dry docking: preparation, docking, lay period,
undocking, and ends with a discussion of Accidents and Incidents.
It’s designed to be relevant to Dock Masters, Docking Officers, Engineers, Naval Architects, Port Engineers and
others involved in the dry docking of ships and vessels. The course is presented through classroom lectures, student
participation in projects and practical application exercises. The course addresses the deck plate level of practical
operation needed by the dock operator and the universally accepted mathematical calculations required to carry out
operations in accordance with established sound engineering practices.
Topics to be covered:
• Basic dry docking community terminology • Docking Plans
• Calculations • Docking and undocking conferences
• Safe dry docking procedures • Hull boards
• Lay period • Vessel stability
• Undocking evolutions • Incidents/accidents
About the Course Leader: Joe Stiglich is a retired Naval Officer, qualified NAVSEA Docking Officer and holds a Masters
Degree from MIT in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. He has been responsible for over 250 safe docking and
undocking operations. He currently runs a series of conference and training courses for personel involved in all phase of
the drydocking industry and acts as a consultant for ship repair companies.
To register complete all sections of this form and return it with your payment to:
THE CONFERENCE DEPT, RINA, 10 UPPER BELGRAVE STREET, LONDON SW1X 8BQ, UK
Tel: +44 (0)20 7201 2401 Fax: +44 (0)20 7259 5912 e-mail: conference@rina.org.uk
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Registration fee: RINA Members: £925 + VAT (Total £1085.70) Non Members: £1020 + VAT (Total £1198.50) Group Fee (3 delegates or more): £905+VAT (Total £1063.38)
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Bank Address: Royal Bank of Scotland PLC, Belgravia Branch,
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The following charges will be made in the event of a cancellation of £250, if
Expiry date: received before 7th February 2008. Cancellations made anytime after that date
will not be refunded. Delegates may be substituted in writing subject to the
Signature consent of the Conference Organiser.
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