Crew App Development Course
Why this course?
The Crew App Development
This course empowers you to create innovative onboard solutions. Learn to design, develop, and deploy mobile applications that optimize communication, task management, and crew well-being. From initial planning to final release, you’ll master the essential tools and techniques to boost efficiency and collaboration at sea.
Differentiating Advantages
- Cross-platform Development: Create apps compatible with iOS and Android with a single codebase.
- Integration with Existing Systems: Connect your app to databases and APIs for a seamless flow of information.
- Crew-Centric User Experience (UX): Design intuitive and easy-to-use interfaces in maritime environments.
- Data Security and Privacy: Implement robust measures to protect sensitive information on board.
- Hands-on Projects: Apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios and create a functional app during the course.
- Modality: Online
- Level: Cursos
- Hours: 150 H
- Start date: 29-09-2026
Availability: 1 in stock
Who is it aimed at?
- Merchant mariners and cruise ship personnel looking to optimize their onboard tasks, improve communication, and access key information efficiently.
- Officers and captains interested in managing crew, regulatory compliance, and safety through customized digital tools.
- Shipping and vessel management companies wanting to reduce operating costs, streamline processes, and improve the experience of their onboard personnel.
- Developers and programmers with an interest in the maritime sector looking to create innovative solutions for the shipbuilding industry.
- Nautical and naval engineering students wanting to acquire programming skills and design applications for the crew of the future.
Adaptability at your own pace
Ideal for working professionals: asynchronous modules available 24/7, practical projects with personalized feedback and online community for networking.
Objectives and competencies
Automate communication and incident reporting on board:
Implement a centralized system that automatically records incidents, generates predefined reports and sends them to the relevant departments (maintenance, security, operations) through secure digital channels, with automatic escalation according to the severity and type of incident.
Optimize the management of preventive and corrective maintenance:
Implement a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) and train staff for its effective use, ensuring the planning, monitoring and analysis of maintenance, reducing downtime and optimizing resources.
Facilitate access to manuals and essential technical documentation:
“Identify, locate, and use relevant documentation (manufacturer, regulations, procedures) for troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.”
Improve efficiency in the management of onboard inventory and supplies:
“Implement a digitized inventory control system and optimize ordering and receiving processes to reduce waste and ensure the availability of critical supplies.”
Centralize and optimize the coordination of tasks and roles within the crew:
Establish clear and concise communication routines, using standard terminology and order confirmation, to ensure the understanding and effective execution of each assigned task.
Streamline navigation and access to real-time weather information:
“Implement custom data filters and visualizations, prioritizing critical alerts and optimizing the user interface for a rapid response.”
Curriculum - Modules
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- Introduction to UI/UX Design: Fundamentals, history, and current trends.
- User Research: Methodologies, interviews, surveys, data analysis.
- Information Architecture: Hierarchy, organization, navigation, labeling.
- Wireframing and Prototyping: Tools, fidelity, usability testing.
- Visual UI Design: Typography, color, iconography, style guides.
- Usability and Accessibility: Principles, WCAG guidelines, testing with diverse users.
- Front-end Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js).
- Version Control with Git: Branches, commits, pull requests, collaboration.
- Deployment in Deployment: Strategies, servers, automation (CI/CD).
Metrics and Analytics: Performance monitoring, continuous optimization, A/B testing.
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- UX/UI Fundamentals: Introduction, key definitions, roles, and responsibilities.
- User Research: Qualitative and quantitative methods, interviews, surveys, data analysis.
- Information Architecture: Information hierarchy, taxonomies, navigation, low-level wireframing.
- Interaction Design: Usability principles, design patterns, microinteractions, high-fidelity wireframing.
- UI Visual Design: Color theory, typography, iconography, creating style guides.
- Prototyping: Prototyping tools, interactive prototypes, usability testing.
- Usability Testing: Planning, execution, results analysis, metrics Usability.
- Iteration and continuous improvement: Implementation of feedback, versions, agile methodologies.
- Accessibility: WCAG, inclusive design, accessibility testing.
- Presentation and communication: Presentation of designs, justification of decisions, collaboration with stakeholders.
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- Introduction to UI/UX: Principles, History, and Current Trends
- User Research: Interviews, Surveys, Data Analysis
- Information Architecture: Hierarchy, Navigation, Content Organization
- Wireframing and Prototyping: Tools, User Flows, Usability Testing
- Visual Design: Color Theory, Typography, Iconography, Visual Style
- Accessibility and Usability: WCAG Guidelines, Inclusive Design
- Usability Testing: Metrics, Testing Methods, Results Analysis
- Introduction to App Development: Platforms (iOS, Android), Programming Languages
- App Publishing: Google Play Store, Apple App Store, Requirements, policies
- App monetization and marketing: Strategies, analytics, ASO
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- Introduction to Mobile Apps in Aviation: Current Landscape and Trends
- Data Security: Encryption, Authentication, and Password Management
- Flight Planning with Apps: METAR/TAF, NOTAM, Routes, and Performance
- In-Flight Navigation: GPS, Digital Charts, Waypoints, and Procedures
- Situational Awareness: Air Traffic (ADS-B), Weather, and Terrain
- Communication: Virtual Radio, ACARS, and Secure Messaging
- Aircraft Maintenance: Electronic Records and Checklists
- Risk Management: Identification, Assessment, and Mitigation in Apps
- In-Flight Cybersecurity: Protection Against Malware and Attacks
- Compliance
Regulatory: FAA, EASA and local regulations
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
Plan de estudio - Módulos
- Comprehensive Maritime Incident Management: protocols, roles, and chain of command for coordinated response
- Operational Planning and Execution: briefing, routes, weather windows, and go/no-go criteria
- Rapid Risk Assessment: criticality matrix, scene control, and decision-making under pressure
- Operational Communication: VHF/GMDSS, standardized reports, and inter-agency liaison
- Tactical Mobility and Safe Boarding: RHIB maneuvers, approach, mooring, and recovery
- Equipment and Technologies: PPE, signaling, satellite tracking, and field data logging
- Immediate Care of the Affected: primary assessment, hypothermia, trauma, and stabilization for evacuation
- Adverse Environmental Conditions: swell, Visibility, flows, and operational mitigation
Simulation and training: critical scenarios, use of VR/AR, and exercises with performance metrics
Documentation and continuous improvement: lessons learned, indicators (MTTA/MTTR), and SOP updates
- Introduction to UI/UX Design: Fundamentals, history, and current trends.
- User Research: Methodologies, interviews, surveys, data analysis.
- Information Architecture: Hierarchy, organization, navigation, labeling.
- Wireframing and Prototyping: Tools, fidelity, usability testing.
- Visual UI Design: Typography, color, iconography, style guides.
- Usability and Accessibility: Principles, WCAG guidelines, testing with diverse users.
- Front-end Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js).
- Version Control with Git: Branches, commits, pull requests, collaboration.
- Deployment in Deployment: Strategies, servers, automation (CI/CD).
Metrics and Analytics: Performance monitoring, continuous optimization, A/B testing.
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- UX/UI Fundamentals: Introduction, key definitions, roles, and responsibilities.
- User Research: Qualitative and quantitative methods, interviews, surveys, data analysis.
- Information Architecture: Information hierarchy, taxonomies, navigation, low-level wireframing.
- Interaction Design: Usability principles, design patterns, microinteractions, high-fidelity wireframing.
- UI Visual Design: Color theory, typography, iconography, creating style guides.
- Prototyping: Prototyping tools, interactive prototypes, usability testing.
- Usability Testing: Planning, execution, results analysis, metrics Usability.
- Iteration and continuous improvement: Implementation of feedback, versions, agile methodologies.
- Accessibility: WCAG, inclusive design, accessibility testing.
- Presentation and communication: Presentation of designs, justification of decisions, collaboration with stakeholders.
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- Introduction to UI/UX: Principles, History, and Current Trends
- User Research: Interviews, Surveys, Data Analysis
- Information Architecture: Hierarchy, Navigation, Content Organization
- Wireframing and Prototyping: Tools, User Flows, Usability Testing
- Visual Design: Color Theory, Typography, Iconography, Visual Style
- Accessibility and Usability: WCAG Guidelines, Inclusive Design
- Usability Testing: Metrics, Testing Methods, Results Analysis
- Introduction to App Development: Platforms (iOS, Android), Programming Languages
- App Publishing: Google Play Store, Apple App Store, Requirements, policies
- App monetization and marketing: Strategies, analytics, ASO
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- Introduction to Mobile Apps in Aviation: Current Landscape and Trends
- Data Security: Encryption, Authentication, and Password Management
- Flight Planning with Apps: METAR/TAF, NOTAM, Routes, and Performance
- In-Flight Navigation: GPS, Digital Charts, Waypoints, and Procedures
- Situational Awareness: Air Traffic (ADS-B), Weather, and Terrain
- Communication: Virtual Radio, ACARS, and Secure Messaging
- Aircraft Maintenance: Electronic Records and Checklists
- Risk Management: Identification, Assessment, and Mitigation in Apps
- In-Flight Cybersecurity: Protection Against Malware and Attacks
- Compliance
Regulatory: FAA, EASA and local regulations
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- System Architecture and Components: Structural design, materials, and subsystems (mechanical, electrical, electronic, and fluid) with selection and assembly criteria for marine environments
- Fundamentals and Principles of Operation: Physical and engineering foundations (thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, electricity, control, and materials) that explain performance and operating limits
- Safety and Environmental (SHE): Risk analysis, PPE, LOTO, hazardous atmospheres, spill and waste management, and emergency response plans
- Applicable Regulations and Standards: IMO/ISO/IEC requirements and local regulations;
- Conformance criteria, certification, and best practices for operation and maintenance
- Inspection, testing, and diagnostics: Visual/dimensional inspection, functional testing, data analysis, and predictive techniques (vibration, thermography, fluid analysis) to identify root causes
- Preventive and predictive maintenance: Hourly/cycle/seasonal plans, lubrication, adjustments, calibrations, consumable replacement, post-service verification, and operational reliability
- Instrumentation, tools, and metrology: Measuring and testing equipment, diagnostic software, calibration and traceability; selection criteria, safe use, and storage
- Onboard integration and interfaces: Mechanical, electrical, fluid, and data compatibility; Sealing and watertightness, EMC/EMI, corrosion protection, and interoperability testing.
Quality, acceptance testing, and commissioning: process and materials control, FAT/SAT, bench and sea trials, go/no-go criteria, and evidence documentation.
Technical documentation and integrated practice: logs, checklists, reports, and a complete case study (safety → diagnosis → intervention → verification → report) applicable to any system.
- UI/UX Fundamentals: User-centered design principles for flight applications.
- User Research and Analysis: Creating user profiles and use cases in the aviation context.
- Information Architecture and Wireframing: Designing intuitive navigation flows and effective content structures.
- Interactive Prototyping and Usability Testing: Validating designs with real users and gathering feedback for iterations.
- Visual Design and Microinteractions: Creating attractive and functional interfaces that meet safety standards.
- Safety in UI/UX Design: Preventing human error and designing for high cognitive load conditions.
- Authentication and Authorization: Implementing security measures to protect access to flight information.
- Data encryption and secure communications: Protection of sensitive information during transmission and storage.
- Risk and threat analysis: Identification of vulnerabilities and design of mitigations in the application.
- Regulatory compliance and security standards in the aviation industry.
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- Introduction to Navigation Apps: Types, Functionalities, and Uses
- Digital Nautical Charts: Formats (raster, vector), sources, and updates
- Route Planning Apps: Creating, optimizing, and managing waypoints
- Weather Information in Apps: Interpreting forecasts and alerts
- Tracking and Recording Apps: Tracks, performance data, and alarms
- Integration with Boat Sensors: GPS, AIS, and wind instruments
- Safety Apps: Collision alerts, Man Overboard (MOB), and hazardous areas
- Emergency Communication via Apps: VHF, DSC, and satellite
- Maintenance and App updates: backups and troubleshooting
Best practices and limitations of marine navigation apps
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- Introduction to Mobile UX/UI: Key Concepts, Trends, and Best Practices
- User Research and Crew Context: Interviews, Surveys, and Task Analysis
- Information Architecture and Wireframing: Content Organization and Navigation Flows
- Mobile UI Design: Style Guides, Typography, Color, and Icons
- Interactive Prototyping: Tools and Techniques for Validating Design
- Usability and User Testing: Methodologies, Metrics, and Continuous Improvement
- Accessibility in Mobile Design: WCAG Guidelines and Crew Considerations
- Mobile Frontend Development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Frameworks (React Native, Flutter)
- Mobile Deployment: App preparation, app stores (App Store, Google Play)
- App Maintenance and Updates: Monitoring, user feedback, and new features
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- Introduction to UI/UX Design: Fundamentals and Key Principles
- User Research: Methods and Tools for Understanding Needs
- Information Architecture: Organizing and Structuring Content
- Interaction Design: User Flows, Wireframes, and Low-Fidelity Prototypes
- Visual Design: Styles, Typography, Color Palettes, and Style Guides
- UI Design Tools: Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and Their Functionalities
- Interactive Prototyping: Creating High-Fidelity Prototypes with Animations and Transitions
- Usability Testing: Methods for Evaluating User Experience and Obtaining Feedback
- Designing for Accessibility: Creating Inclusive and Accessible Interfaces
- Optimizing for Cabin Apps: Considerations specifics and best practices
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Career opportunities
- Mobile App Developer for Transportation Companies: Creation and maintenance of customized apps to optimize crew management.
- Consultant in Technology Solutions for Onboard Personnel Management: Advising on the implementation of digital tools to improve efficiency and communication.
- Information Systems Integrator for the Maritime Industry: Connecting crew apps with human resource management platforms and navigation systems.
- Usability and User Experience (UX/UI) Specialist: Designing intuitive and user-friendly interfaces for crew apps.
- Data Analyst for Crew Scheduling Optimization: Using information generated by apps to improve task allocation and scheduling.
- Trainer in the Use of Crew Apps: Delivering courses and workshops for Train onboard personnel in the efficient use of digital tools.
Specialized technical support for crew apps: Troubleshooting and user support for mobile applications.
Entrepreneur in the development of mobile solutions for the maritime sector: Creating new apps and services to meet the needs of crew and shipping companies.
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Admission requirements
Academic/professional profile:
Degree/Bachelor's degree in Nautical Science/Maritime Transport, Naval/Marine Engineering, or a related field; or proven professional experience in bridge/operations.
Language proficiency:
Recommended functional maritime English (SMCP) for simulations and technical materials.
5. Induction
Updated resume, copy of degree or seaman's book, ID card/passport, letter of motivation.
Technical requirements (for online):
Equipment with camera/microphone, stable connection, ≥ 24” monitor recommended for ECDIS/Radar-ARPA.
Admission process and dates
1. Online
application
(form + documents).
2. Academic review and interview
(profile/objectives/schedule compatibility).
3. Admission decision
(+ scholarship proposal if applicable).
4. Reservation of place
(deposit) and registration.
5. Induction
(access to campus, calendars, simulator guides).
Scholarships and grants
- Create custom apps: Design and develop customized mobile applications to optimize crew management.
- Automate tasks: Simplify processes such as scheduling, training tracking, and internal communication.
- Improve efficiency: Increase productivity and reduce errors by using intuitive and accessible digital tools.
- No prior programming required: Learn to use low-code development platforms to create apps without being a coding expert.
- Drive innovation: Train to lead digital transformation projects in the maritime and port sector.
Testimonials
“During my training in crew app development, I exceeded my expectations by creating an application that optimizes flight management. I successfully integrated real-time weather information, interactive airport maps, and a push notification system for itinerary updates. The application reduced flight preparation time by 15% and improved communication between the crew and ground staff.”
I mastered the programming of navigation and autonomous control systems, applying route optimization algorithms in complex simulations that accurately replicated real maritime scenarios, which allowed me to contribute significantly to the development of an autopilot prototype for recreational vessels.
“Thanks to the Crew App Development course, I was able to create an application that optimized our airline’s check-in process, reducing the average time by 40% and improving the satisfaction of both the crew and passengers.”
As a flight attendant, the app I developed has greatly simplified my workflow. Before, I managed everything manually, which was error-prone and very time-consuming. Now, with the app, I can access flight information, schedules, manuals, and communicate with my team instantly, allowing me to be more efficient and focus on providing excellent passenger service.
Frequently asked questions
Improve crew efficiency and communication.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
Crew of airlines, trains, ships or other means of transport.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna University + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
- Introduction to UI/UX Design: Fundamentals and Key Principles
- User Research: Methods and Tools for Understanding Needs
- Information Architecture: Organizing and Structuring Content
- Interaction Design: User Flows, Wireframes, and Low-Fidelity Prototypes
- Visual Design: Styles, Typography, Color Palettes, and Style Guides
- UI Design Tools: Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and Their Functionalities
- Interactive Prototyping: Creating High-Fidelity Prototypes with Animations and Transitions
- Usability Testing: Methods for Evaluating User Experience and Obtaining Feedback
- Designing for Accessibility: Creating Inclusive and Accessible Interfaces
- Optimizing for Cabin Apps: Considerations specifics and best practices
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Request information
- Complete the Application Form
- Attach your CV/Qualifications (if you have them to hand).
- Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you want the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
Teachers
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Eng. Tomás Riera
Full Professor
Naval engineer specializing in the selection, integration, and optimization of propulsion systems for yachts, high-speed craft, and service vessels.
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Full Professor
Materials engineer specializing in marine composites and corrosion protection systems for ships, yachts, and port structures.
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Full Professor
Naval electrical engineer with over fifteen years of experience in the design, integration, and operation of power and automation systems.
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Full Professor
Specialist in meteorological and operational decision-making for coastal and offshore navigation, integrating wind, wave, and current models.
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Full Professor
Naval engineer with a PhD in applied hydrodynamics and over a decade of experience designing high-performance hulls and marine structures.
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Full Professor
MCA-certified captain with command of ocean-going vessels, specializing in advanced maneuvering, navigation management, and bridge safety.