Bridge Team Resource Management Course (BTRM)
The Bridge Team Resource Management course (BTRM Course) at ISF Maritime & Offshore Institute (IMOI), Mumbai, is a 5-day intensive training program complying with IMO Model Course 1.22. Available both online and in a physical classroom, this course equips deck officers and masters with the skills to manage bridge team resources effectively — ensuring navigational safety in all conditions. Training is conducted using ARI Cloud Simulators, giving participants hands-on simulator experience without needing to travel.
Who Should Attend This Course?
This course is designed for: Masters and Officers in charge of a navigational watch, Chief Officers seeking to refresh or upgrade their bridge team skills, Company-sponsored seafarers undergoing mandatory refresher training, Officers meeting TMSA-3, SIRE 2.0, or RightShip RISQ training requirements, No pre-course examination is required. Participants should hold a valid Nautical CoC.
Why Choose IMOI for BTRM course?
- ARI Cloud / Desktop Simulators — Rare access to cloud-based bridge simulators; train from anywhere in India for the online batch.
- Both Online & Classroom Options — Choose what suits your schedule. Online batches use ARI Cloud Simulators via your own laptop. Classroom batches are conducted at our Mumbai facility.
- Expert Instructor — Capt. Devendra Kishore (M.Sc., Fellowship NMISM) brings 40+ years of sailing and teaching experience, including 11 years at Samundra Institute and the first ARI simulator trainer in India.
- HELMS Learning Portal — Post-course access to all training materials through our exclusive Learning Management System.
- Detailed Company Reports — ISF provides sponsoring companies with full participant assessments, faculty feedback, and performance reports — ideal for TMSA and SIRE 2.0 documentation.
- IMO Model Course 1.22 Compliant — Meets all STCW requirements for Bridge Team & Resource Management training.
5-Day Bridge Team Resource Management Course Structure
- Day 1 — Ship Handling Fundamentals Ship handling and manoeuvring principles (engines, helm, bow/stern thrusters). IMO passage planning guidelines overview.
- Day 2 — Environmental & Shallow Water Effects Ship behaviour due to wind and current (varying displacement conditions). Shallow water effects: Squat calculation, vessel interaction, bank effect.
- Day 3 — Bridge Procedures & Resource Management Utilising all bridge resources for enhanced navigational safety (normal and emergency). Communication within bridge team. Situational awareness and error trapping.
- Day 4 — Passage Planning & Human Element Planning and executing detailed passage plans per company procedures and IMO guidelines. Optimum use of bridge resources — Human Element focus: personnel, equipment & procedures. Building a shared mental model.
- Day 5 — Emergency Manoeuvres & Simulator Exercises Slow speed control and stopping manoeuvres including crash astern. Emergency navigation scenarios on ARI Simulator. Final assessment and certification.
Course Certification & Compliance
Upon successful completion of this 5-day programme, participants receive a certificate from IMOI (ISF Group). This course: Complies with IMO Model Course 1.22 (Ship Handling & Bridge Teamwork), Meets training requirements of TMSA-3 (Element 3a, 5a), Aligned with SIRE 2.0 guidelines (Chapter 3.3.1), Recognised for RightShip RISQ requirements (2b)
Note: This is a Value-Added Course. It is not a DG Shipping approved mandatory course.
You can also check our Training Calendar for upcoming schedules for Bridge Team Resource Management course.
FAQs
Is this course available online?
Yes. IMOI offers the BTRM course both online and offline. The online version uses ARI Cloud Simulators, allowing participants to complete the training remotely from anywhere in India without needing to attend physically.
What is the duration of the BTRM course?
The BTRM course is 5 days. Both the online and offline (classroom) versions are of the same duration.
Who should attend the BTRM course?
This course is recommended for Masters, Chief Officers, and Officers in charge of a navigational watch. It is also suitable for seafarers requiring TMSA-3, SIRE 2.0, or RightShip RISQ training documentation.
Does IMOI provide a simulator for the BTRM course?
Yes. IMOI uses ARI Cloud and Desktop Simulators for practical training. This is one of very few institutes in India offering online simulator-based BTRM training.
Is the BTRM course approved by DG Shipping?
No. BTRM at IMOI is a Value-Added Course and is not a DG Shipping mandatory approved course. However, it meets the requirements of IMO Model Course 1.22 and is recognised for TMSA, SIRE 2.0, and RightShip RISQ compliance.
Where is the offline BTRM course conducted in Mumbai?
The offline classroom BTRM course is conducted at IMOI, 1501, 15th Floor, Chandak Unicorn, Andheri West, Mumbai – 400053. It is easily accessible from all parts of Mumbai.
What is the difference between BTM and BTRM?
BTM (Bridge Team Management) focuses primarily on team dynamics and communication. BTRM (Bridge Team Resource Management) is broader — it includes all BTM content plus ship handling, manoeuvring, simulator exercises, and human element training per IMO Model Course 1.22.
What documents are required for the BTRM course?
Participants need to submit copies of their valid Nautical CoC (Certificate of Competency), Passport, and CDC (Continuous Discharge Certificate).
How can I enrol in the BTRM course at IMOI?
You can enrol by contacting IMOI at +91 22 42951727 or emailing operations@isfgroup.in / isfgi@isfgroup.in. You can also click 'Book Now' on the course page at imoitraining.com to submit an enquiry.
This Training Includes:
- In-depth sessions conducted by expert trainers
- Access to the our Learning Management Portal (HELMS) with all training materials
- Access to assessment results and feedback
- Certification by IMOI upon successful completion
- Comprehensive reports from ISF to the sponsoring company, including:
- Feedback provided by the participants
- Assessment scores of the candidates
- Faculty feedback on each candidate’s performance
Capt. Devendra Kishore
Capt. Devendra Kishore is a distinguished Master Mariner with over 40 years of extensive experience in both seafaring and maritime education. A graduate of the prestigious T.S. Rajendra (1978–79), he began his career with the Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) and went on to command various vessels across the globe. He holds a Master (F.G.) License (upgraded to STCW 2010), a Bachelor of Arts degree, and a Fellowship Diploma in Shipping Management from NMISM Mumbai, alongside certifications as a TOTA, AECS, Internal Auditor, and Designated Person Ashore (DPA).
During his sailing career, Capt. Kishore served on a wide variety of ships including crude and product tankers, oil ore carriers, chemical tankers, bulk carriers, survey vessels, and MPCC/general cargo ships. His command experience spans five years as Master on Oil and Chemical Tankers and seven years as Chief Officer and Junior Officer, enriched by hands-on exposure to ship surveys, dry-dockings, and vetting inspections.
Transitioning ashore, he dedicated over a decade (2006–2017) to Samundra Institute of Maritime Studies (SIMS), where he served as Senior Lecturer and Rotating Dean of Nautical Studies. At SIMS, he played a pivotal role in establishing simulator-based training for LCHS and ship maneuvering, becoming the institute’s first simulator trainer on ARI software. His responsibilities spanned course development, teaching competence programs, conducting ROC ARPA and ECDIS training, auditing vessels under the ISM code, and mentoring officers for promotion and operational readiness.
From 2017 to 2022, Capt. Kishore was Lecturer and Acting Principal at the Mauritius Maritime Training Academy, where he contributed to academic leadership, curriculum development, and internal audits. He liaised closely with the Ministry of Shipping and oversaw course approvals, vessel inspections, and institutional administration.
Currently, Capt. Kishore continues to shape the next generation of mariners as visiting faculty at leading Indian institutes including SIMS, MTI (SCI), SCMS, Seven Island Marine Training Institute & ISF Maritime & Offshore Institute (IMOI). He also serves as part-time DPA for a shipping company, carrying out audits, seminars and operational consultancy.
An innovator and thought leader, Capt. Kishore has designed specialized equipment such as heating pads for oil tankers, contributed technical articles to reputed publications like MERI Magazine and Tanker Operator (UK), and authored a comprehensive book on chemical tankers with three more works in progress.
His deep technical expertise, academic leadership, and lifelong commitment to maritime safety and training make Capt. Devendra Kishore a respected figure in the global shipping community.
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