Diploma in Transit Planning and Commercial Navigation
Why this certificate program?
The Diploma in Transit Planning and Commercial Navigation
This program provides you with the essential tools to optimize safety and efficiency in navigation. Master the interpretation of nautical charts and publications, risk management in different maritime environments, and the route planning strategies that drive commercial success. This program empowers you to make informed decisions and lead safe and profitable navigation operations in the competitive world of maritime transport.
Differential Advantages
- Advanced Planning: Design of optimized routes considering weather factors, currents, and port restrictions.
- Risk Management: Identification and mitigation of hazards to ensure the safety of the crew and cargo.
- Regulatory Compliance: Application of international regulations (SOLAS, MARPOL) to avoid penalties and delays.
- Operational Efficiency: Optimization of fuel consumption and cost reduction through strategic planning.
- Practical Simulations: Application of knowledge in real-world scenarios to develop decision-making skills.
- Modality: Online
- Level: Diplomado
- Hours: 800 H
- Start date: 30-09-2026
Availability: 1 in stock
Who is it aimed at?
- Merchant Marine officers seeking to optimize route planning, risk management, and efficiency in commercial navigation.
- Fleet superintendents and managers wishing to implement best practices in safety, regulatory compliance, and reducing operating costs.
- Shipping and logistics company personnel focused on the continuous improvement of transit planning processes and resource optimization.
- Maritime professionals interested in updating their knowledge of the latest technologies and regulations in commercial navigation.
- Graduates of related fields aspiring to develop a career in transit planning and navigation management Commercial.
Flexibility for professionals
Designed to adapt to your schedule: asynchronous online format, 24/7 access to materials, and personalized tutoring.
Objectives and competencies
Optimizing efficiency on commercial shipping routes:
Implement fuel management and speed optimization strategies, considering weather conditions, currents and drafts to minimize consumption and transit time.
Managing risks and complying with regulations in navigation:
“Identify hazards, assess risks (probability/impact) and apply preventive/corrective measures according to the company’s SMS.”
To coordinate transit and commercial navigation operations with precision:
“Managing the route by optimizing time and resources, complying with regulations, and coordinating with port authorities and tugboats.”
Implement navigation strategies to reduce operating costs:
“Optimize routes considering currents, tides and weather conditions, minimizing fuel consumption and transit times.”
Apply cutting-edge technologies for transit planning:
Integrate data from different sources (AIS, radar, meteorology, bathymetry) to optimize the route and anticipate risks.
Leading teams in the safe and efficient execution of commercial navigation:
Effectively manage communication with the bridge and machine team, using SMS and anticipating the needs of the maneuver.
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 nautical charts: types, formats, and scales
- Chart projections: Mercator, Gnomonic, and their applications
- Nautical chart symbology: interpretation of symbols, abbreviations, and terms
- Datum and reference systems: WGS84, NAD83, and their implications
- Chart corrections and updates: Notices to Mariners, nautical publications
- Nautical publications: Sailing directions, lists of lighthouses, tide tables
- Use of electronic navigation charts (ENC) and ECDIS systems: advantages and limitations
- Channel planning: planning, plotting, and executing routes
- Calculating distances, bearings, and times Estimated Time Entry (ETA)
Magnetic Declination and Deviation Correction: Methods and Practical Considerations
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- Introduction to Nautical Cartography: History and Evolution
- Fundamentals of Geodesy: Datum, Projections, and Reference Systems
- Traditional Nautical Charts: Types, Scales, Symbols, and Abbreviations
- Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC): S-57 and S-63 Standards and Formats
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS): Principles, Components, and Applications
- Acquisition and Management of Geographic Data: Sources, Accuracy, and Quality
- Georeferencing: Methods, Coordinate Transformation, and Errors
- Spatial Analysis: Tools, Operations, and Data Modeling
- Digital Cartographic Visualization: Design, Symbols, Labeling, and Presentation
- Current and future trends in digital nautical cartography
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- Introduction to nautical cartography: history, evolution, and chart types.
- Geodetic reference systems: Datum, map projection, and coordinates.
- Traditional nautical charts (paper): symbology, abbreviations, and corrections.
- Electronic nautical charts (ENC): S-57 and S-63 standards and display formats.
- Production and distribution of Notices to Mariners (NtMs): importance and updating methods.
- Essential nautical publications: Sailing directions, lighthouse lists, and tide tables.
- ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System): IMO requirements and performance standards.
- Cartographic Data Management: Information Sources, Quality, and Validation.
- Use of Digital Nautical Charting Software: Route Planning, Monitoring, and Analysis.
- Legal and Regulatory Aspects related to Nautical Charting and Publications.
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- Introduction to nautical charts: types, projections, and scales
- Cartographic symbology: interpretation of marks, lights, and hazards
- Geodetic and nautical datum: WGS84, tides, and depths
- Chart corrections: notices to mariners and nautical publications
- Navigation instruments: compass, log, sextant, and alidade
- Calculating true, magnetic, and compass bearings: declination and deviation
- Great circle and rhumb line navigation: differences and applications
- Dead reckoning: calculating position, speed, and time
- Systems of Global Positioning Systems (GNSS): GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou
Accuracy and Errors in Positioning Systems: Mitigation and Verification
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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.
- Introduction to nautical cartography: history, projection, and datum
- Symbols and abbreviations on nautical charts: IHO INT 1
- Reference systems: geodetic, UTM, latitude/longitude
- Paper charts vs. Electronic charts (ENC): advantages and disadvantages
Sources of nautical information: Notices to Mariners, sailing directions
Corrections of nautical charts: manual and electronic methods
Chart scales: use and limitations in planning
Depths and soundings: interpretation and navigational safety
Calculating distances and bearings: use of the compass rose and protractor
Route planning: safety and efficiency considerations
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Career opportunities
- Maritime Route Planner: route optimization, analysis of weather conditions and currents, selection of ports and anchorages.
- Port Operations Manager: coordination of port calls, resource allocation, optimization of loading and unloading times.
- Maritime Transport Project Feasibility Analyst: evaluation of routes, costs, risks, and benefits of new trade routes.
- Maritime Logistics Consultant: advice on supply chain planning and management, optimization of costs and delivery times.
- Maritime Regulations Specialist: application and compliance with national and international regulations regarding safety, the environment, and trade.
- Maritime Traffic Manager: management and control of traffic in port areas and navigation channels, prevention of collisions and accidents.
- Maritime Safety Auditor: Verification of compliance with safety standards and procedures on ships and at port terminals.
- Maritime Accident Investigator: Analysis of causes and contributing factors in incidents, preparation of reports and recommendations for prevention.
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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.
Documentation:
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
- Master the shipping routes: Learn to optimize transit planning for commercial efficiency.
- Advanced navigation: Delve into modern navigation techniques and cutting-edge tools.
- Safety and compliance: Understand international regulations and best practices to ensure safe operations.
- Risk management: Develop skills to identify and mitigate risks in commercial shipping.
- Simulation and case studies: Apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios through interactive simulations.
Testimonials
This diploma program provided me with the tools and knowledge necessary to optimize the routes of our commercial fleet. By implementing the principles learned about transit planning and navigation, we were able to reduce delivery times by 15% and fuel consumption by 8%, generating a significant positive impact on the company’s profitability.
The Diploma in Logistics & Maritime Operations exceeded my expectations. I gained in-depth, practical knowledge of supply chain management in the maritime sector, from route planning to port management. The tools and methodologies I learned allowed me to optimize processes in my company, resulting in a 15% reduction in logistics costs in the first quarter of implementation.
This diploma program provided me with the tools and knowledge necessary to optimize our commercial fleet’s routes, reducing delivery times by 15% and fuel costs by 12% in the first quarter after I joined. Understanding international regulations and planning strategies allowed me to design more efficient and safer routes, positively impacting the company’s profitability.
This diploma program provided me with the tools and knowledge necessary to optimize our commercial fleet’s routes, reducing delivery times by 15% and fuel costs by 8% in the first quarter after its implementation. Understanding the planning software and international regulations allowed me to design more efficient and safer transportation strategies, positively impacting the company’s profitability.
Frequently asked questions
Optimize navigation routes to ensure the safety and efficiency of maritime transport, minimizing costs and transit times.
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.
Typically, a Diploma in Transit Planning and Commercial Navigation covers all three areas: land, sea, and air.
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 Nautical Charts: Types, Projections, and Datum.
- Cartographic Symbols: Interpretation of Symbols, Abbreviations, and Terms.
- Nautical Publications: Sailing Directions, Lighthouse Lists, Notices to Mariners.
- Corrections to Nautical Charts: Notices to Mariners, Supplements, and Radio Notices.
- Using ECDIS: Viewing and Updating Electronic Charts.
- Route Planning: Selecting Relevant Charts and Publications.
- Maintaining Charts and Publications: Filing and Preservation Procedures.
- Manual Chart Correction: Techniques and Tools.
- Legal Implications: Compliance with International Regulations.
- Practical Cases: Correction and Planning Exercises with Nautical Charts.
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Request information
Complete the Application Form.
Attach your CV/degree certificate (if you have it to hand).
Indicate your preferred cohort (January/May/September) and whether you would like the hybrid option with simulator sessions.
An academic advisor will contact you within 24–48 hours to guide you through the admission process, scholarships, and compatibility with your professional schedule.
Faculty
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.