WRITING A COMPOSITION

WRITING A COMPOSITION Group :  ARIF AGUS BUDIAWAN  RANDI KHU UMASANGAJI  RIZKY PURNAMA RAMADHAN

TELLING ABOUT YOUR ARGUMENT ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF ENGLISH IN MARITIME INDUSTRIES English is the common language for conveying instructions both between crew and crew on a ship or between ships of different flags. Maritime English is also known as SMCP (Standard Maritime Communication Phrases) which adopts a set of vocabulary, phrases, and terms for all seafarers in the world. The basic thing is being able to have a conversation. Seafarers can do how to greet, get acquainted, open a conversation so that they can listen to directions and instructions in English in the world of shipping. Another thing that is not less important is the mastery of grammar. Both oral and written communication must be based on proper grammar so that the message can be conveyed properly. Reasons for the importance of English in the maritime industry: 1. Different Nationality The shipping industry is not tied to any particular country or region. It's international. Therefore, there were people from different nationalities in one ship. Since English is a universal language, it is the only way seafarers can communicate effectively with each other. Therefore, learning to use Maritime English correctly is very important.

2. Majority of Marine 3. Maritime English Is The Accidents Occur Due To Standard Language Poor Communication In the early days of the The majority of marine shipping industry, each accidents occur due to country had its language of human error and one can communication which they attribute a large number of recognized as the standard. these marine accidents to As the shipping industry poor communication. If a grew and one ship began to sailor does not use standard travel to different countries Maritime English on board, of the world, the language miscommunication is likely. This miscommunication barrier created many could result in the life of barriers. Seeing this, another seafarer and could Maritime English emerged even jeopardize the integrity and the same was adopted of the ship. Therefore, it is as the standard language for very important to use seafarers around the world. standard Maritime English After the introduction of especially for those involved Maritime English, in operational situations. operational barriers and accidents were drastically reduced.

4. Be prepared in case of an emergency Emergencies on board can arise at any time. Maybe fire or human error on duty. In such cases, a seafarer needs to provide an appropriate response. Seafarers will indeed be taught the steps to deal with an emergency, however, the same will be done in Maritime English. Therefore, if you are not proficient in Maritime English, you will not be able to respond effectively to emergencies resulting in accidents, and even further tragedy.

TALKING ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF NAVIGATION COMPETENCE AND OTHER’S COMPETENCE OF SEAFARER TO PREPARE OF SHIP’S VOYAGES The importance of navigation competence for ship sailing is for shipping safety, so each navigator is tasked with making shipping plans effectively and efficiently and preparing the equipment needed when the ship sails and every navigator must be equipped with knowledge and skills in determining the ship's position with the help of shipping science So that the safety and comfort of shipping can be achieved. In the maritime industry, a navigator must-have skills or competencies as mandated in the Manila Amendment 2010 STCW, the importance of increasing competence or competence in acting on ships is also constantly improved and socialized. The 2010 amendments refer to the following certifications : Certificate of competence : A certificate issued and endorsed by the administration, for masters, officers, and GMDSS radio operators and entitles the lawful holder there of to serve in the capacity and perform the functions involved at the level of responsibility specified. Certificate of proficiency : A certificate, other than a certificate of competency issued to a seafarer, stating that the relevant requirements of training, competencies, or seagoing service in the convention have been met. Documentary evidence : Documentation, other than a certification of competency or certificate of proficiency used to establish that the relevant requirements of the convention have been met.

Navigation Competencies or other competencies for seafarers : The importance of navigation competence for a seafarer is because this will determine the safety of the ship and the ship's crew when sailing. A seafarer must meet the competency requirements mentioned below : 1. Steer the ship and comply with 2. Keep a proper look-out by helm orders issued in English sight and hearing (covers the (covers the use of magnetic and responsibilities of a look-out gyro compasses, helm orders, including reporting the change over from automatic approximate bearing of a pilot to hand steering device, sound signal, light, or other and vice-versa). objects in degrees or points). 3. Contribute to monitoring and 4. Operate emergency controlling a safe watch equipment and apply (covers shipboard terms and emergency procedures definitions, use of internal (covers knowledge of communication and alarm emergency duties and alarm systems, have the ability to signals, knowledge of understand orders and to pyrotechnic distress signals, communicate with the officer satellite EPIRB’s and of the watch in matters relevant SARTS, avoidance of false to watch-keeping duties, be distress alerts, and action to familiar with the procedures be taken in the event of for the relief, maintenance, and accidental activation). hand-over of a watch, the information required to maintain a safe watch and basic environmental protection procedures).

General requirements to obtain a certificate of competency as officer in charge of a navigational watch. Officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more Must : a) Age : Be not less than 18 years of age. b) Seagoing service : Have approved seagoing service of not less than one year as part of an approved training programme, including onboard training. This training must meet the requirements of section A-II/1 of the STCW Code and be documented in an approved training record book. Otherwise, the seafarer must have approved seagoing service of not less than 36 months. c) Bridge watch-keeping duties : Have performed, during the required seagoing service, bridge watch-keeping duties under the supervision of the master or a qualified officer for a period of not less than six months. d) Radio duties : Meet the applicable requirements of the regulations in chapter IV (GMDSS), as appropriate, for performing designated radio duties in accordance with the radio regulations. e) Education and Training : Have completed a period of approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-II/1 of the STCW Code. Officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage must: Ships not engaged on near-coastal voyages : Certificate : Hold an appropriate certificate for ships of 500 gross tonnage or more. Ships engaged on near coastal voyages: a) Age: Be not less than 18 years of age. b) Seagoing service : Have completed special training, including an appropriate period of seagoing service as required by the administration, or approved seagoing service in the deck department of not less than 36 months. c) Radio duties : Meet the applicable requirements of the regulations in chapter IV (GMDSS), as appropriate, for performing designated radio duties in accordance with the Radio Regulations. d) Education & training : Have completed a period of approved education and training and meet the standard of competence specified in section A-II/3 of the STCW Code for officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage engaged in near-coastal voyages.

TALKING ABOUT PERSONAL PLANS AND AMBITIONS ARIF AGUS BUDIAWAN → My career plan is to get a marine intern in a big company or if I can get a company from overseas, you know dollars are great value money if it can be accepted in a foreign company why not take it. Then graduated with satisfactory grades, if possible I could graduate with Cum Laude predicate. Immediately get a job after graduating from college and can become a reliable sailor. Then the last one can be the captain of the ship. That's my current career plan, hopefully, it can be achieved and realized. RANDI KHU UMASANGAJI → For my future career plan is to be able to join one of the government companies, namely BUMN (State Owned Enterprise), for that I must have a strong and consistent commitment. Then graduate well and on time, when we have the most core career plans, namely intentions, because with intentions all career plans or big hopes can go well. That's my career plan, hopefully it can be achieved and realized.

RIZKY PURNAMA RAMADHAN → My current ambition is that I have to do everything confidently, diligently and consistently. My future plan is to get an ANT III degree and diploma quickly and want to focus on my career. I'm planning on joining a big foreign ship company like maersk or teekay. I hope all of that can happen and be smoothed out in every way.

ADD SOME OTHER POINTS RELATED AND TO CONCLUDE YOUR COMPOSITION The conclusion from the article that we have compiled, that Maritime English is very important for a sailor to communicate effectively while on board. Therefore, a navigator or officer must master the competence to speak Maritime English properly and correctly, with smooth communication without miscommunication it can guarantee a reduction in accidents at sea. A navigator or officer is also required to have knowledge and skills in determining the position of the ship and can use tools to navigate. So that the safety and comfort of shipping can be achieved.