
Welcome to the Management Level Course – Deck Function 2 (MLC–Deck F2). This training is designed to meet the mandatory minimum requirements for approved education and training under Regulation II/2 of the STCW Convention, 1978, as amended, and the minimum standard of competence in Section A-II/2 of the STCW Code under the function Cargo Handling and Stowage at the Management Level. The course has a total indicative duration of thirty (30) instructional hours to cover the topics enumerated in Part B – Course Outline.
To comply with MARINA Memorandum Circular No. SC-2021-10 for Distance Learning and E-Learning, this course is delivered using a SCORM-compliant LMS that supports learner activity and progress tracking, hosting of assessments and quizzes, management of course completion and certification, and file submissions with instructor feedback. The course also provides virtual classroom or web-conferencing tools (as applicable) and an accessible helpdesk or technical support channel to ensure smooth and continuous access to learning materials and assessments. Where required, classroom-based discussions or on-site demonstrations are supported by appropriate training facilities and equipment consistent with the course objectives, including computer-based cargo and stress calculation capability and stability and trim diagram outputs for relevant vessel types.
This course will develop the management-level cargo competence required of masters and chief mates on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more. It focuses on planning and ensuring safe loading, stowage, securing, care during the voyage and unloading of cargoes; assessing reported defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks and taking appropriate action; and the safe carriage of dangerous goods in accordance with applicable international regulations, codes, and standards. You will complete guided learning activities and formative assessments through the LMS, and your progress and completion will be monitored and recorded throughout the course. Upon successful completion, a Certificate of Completion will be issued certifying compliance with Regulation II/2 and the minimum standard of competence under Table A-II/2 Function 2 in Section A-II/2 of the STCW Code.
- Teacher: JOSEPH ESCOTO
- Teacher: NORBERTO TORIB

Welcome to the Management Level Course – Deck Function 2 (MLC–Deck F2). This training is designed to meet the mandatory minimum requirements for approved education and training under Regulation II/2 of the STCW Convention, 1978, as amended, and the minimum standard of competence in Section A-II/2 of the STCW Code under the function Cargo Handling and Stowage at the Management Level. The course has a total indicative duration of thirty (30) instructional hours to cover the topics enumerated in Part B – Course Outline.
To comply with MARINA Memorandum Circular No. SC-2021-10 for Distance Learning and E-Learning, this course is delivered using a SCORM-compliant LMS that supports learner activity and progress tracking, hosting of assessments and quizzes, management of course completion and certification, and file submissions with instructor feedback. The course also provides virtual classroom or web-conferencing tools (as applicable) and an accessible helpdesk or technical support channel to ensure smooth and continuous access to learning materials and assessments. Where required, classroom-based discussions or on-site demonstrations are supported by appropriate training facilities and equipment consistent with the course objectives, including computer-based cargo and stress calculation capability and stability and trim diagram outputs for relevant vessel types.
This course will develop the management-level cargo competence required of masters and chief mates on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more. It focuses on planning and ensuring safe loading, stowage, securing, care during the voyage and unloading of cargoes; assessing reported defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks and taking appropriate action; and the safe carriage of dangerous goods in accordance with applicable international regulations, codes, and standards. You will complete guided learning activities and formative assessments through the LMS, and your progress and completion will be monitored and recorded throughout the course. Upon successful completion, a Certificate of Completion will be issued certifying compliance with Regulation II/2 and the minimum standard of competence under Table A-II/2 Function 2 in Section A-II/2 of the STCW Code.