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Course · 300 h · 5 modules
Course in Onboard Carbon Capture (OCCS)
The Course in Onboard Carbon Capture (OCCS) Explains one of the emerging technologies for cutting emissions from the existing fleet: onboard carbon capture and storage (OCCS). You will learn how it works, how it is integrated into
Duration300 h
FormatOnline
Starts14 December
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Course in Onboard Carbon Capture (OCCS)?
The Course in Onboard Carbon Capture (OCCS)
Explains one of the emerging technologies for cutting emissions from the existing fleet: onboard carbon capture and storage (OCCS). You will learn how it works, how it is integrated into the ship, how CO2 is stored and offloaded in port and how regulators are treating it.
Key advantages
- Emerging technology: One of the topics shipowners and manufacturers are studying most closely.
- Practical view: Real integration into existing ships.
- Complete chain: Capture, liquefaction, storage and offloading.
- Regulation: How the IMO and EU are handling it.
- Short format: Five direct, applied modules.
Programme type
Course
Study mode
Online
Duration
300 hours
Modules
5
Programme highlights
- Understand the technology: Learn about post-combustion capture with solvents.
- Integrate the system: Assess space, energy and stability.
- Manage the CO2: Plan storage and offloading.
- Assess viability: Calculate costs and benefits.
- Get ahead: Prepare for a technology in full development.
- Discover how carbon capture can help decarbonise the existing fleet.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 5 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Fundamentals of Carbon Capture
- Carbon capture in industry
- Post-combustion capture technologies
- Amine solvents and alternatives
- Capture rate and energy consumption
- Pilot projects on ships
02
Integrating the System on Board
- On-board system components
- Space, weight and stability
- Energy demand and heat recovery
- Interaction with the engine and exhaust
- Retrofitting existing ships
03
CO2 Storage and Offloading
- CO2 liquefaction
- On-board storage tanks
- Safe handling of CO2
- Offloading in port
- Transport and geological storage
04
Regulation and Emissions Accounting
- How the IMO treats OCCS
- Accounting under the EU ETS and FuelEU
- Verifying captured CO2
- Classification society rules
- Regulatory outlook
05
Viability and Case Study
- Capital and operating costs
- Comparison with alternative fuels
- Most suitable ship types
- Integration case study
- Conclusions and recommendations
Workload
Study Time and Workload
300 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
Hours a week8
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Who it is for
Naval architects and marine engineers: interested in new emission-reduction technologies Technical superintendents: assessing options for their fleet Port professionals: involved in CO2 infrastructure Environmental consultants: in the maritime sector Engineering students: seeking a specialism in decarbonisation
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Understand carbon capture
- 02Assess integration
- 03Manage captured CO2
- 04Know the value chain
- 05Analyse regulation
- 06Assess viability
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Decarbonisation specialist: At shipowners and design offices.
02Retrofit project engineer: Integrating new technologies.
03Maritime environmental consultant: Assessing reduction options.
04CO2 infrastructure specialist: At ports and energy companies.
Questions
Entry Requirements
There are pilot projects and demonstrations on several ship types. The course analyses their results.
It can be complementary, especially for existing ships. The course compares both options.
No. The processes are explained technically but accessibly.
It is offloaded in port for use or geological storage; the course explains the whole chain.
Yes. The last module analyses integration on a specific ship.
100% online, with a virtual campus available 24/7, live sessions that are recorded, and tutorials with the teaching staff.
The programme involves 300 hours of study. You can work at your own pace within the timetable we give you when you enrol.
Each programme has its own start date, shown on this page and confirmed by our admissions team when you enquire.
On completing the programme you receive the Course in Onboard Carbon Capture (OCCS) qualification awarded by Navalis Magna Institute.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
Entry profile: A technical, nautical or scientific background, or experience in the maritime, energy or environmental sector. Language: A good working level of English to follow classes and materials. Technical requirements: A computer with a stable internet connection, an up-to-date browser and a webcam for live sessions and project presentations. Admissions process: Online application, profile review and a short interview with the academic team. We confirm your start date when you enquire.
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