Course Structure
This course is designed to review the basics that the OUPV holder has previously covered, it will also expand their learning to include basic ship theory concerning construction, stability, and handling. It will also include discussion on anchoring, towing, rigging and cargo handling.

U.S.C.G. Approval
The course satisfies applicable requirements, and the following approval is granted subject to the conditions specified below and in Enclosure (1):
Any applicant who has successfully completed your Upgrade 0UPV 100 Tons to Master 100 Tons Near Coastal /Inland)(MTILLC-535) course and presents your Certificate of Training within one year of the completion of training, will satisfy the examination requirements for upgrade of a merchant mariner credential from OUPV Near Coastal, or Great Lakes & Inland, or Inland Waters to a credential of Master or Mate of vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons Upon Near Coastal, or Great Lakes & Inland, or Inland Waters. OR, increase the scope of a credential of Master or Mate of vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons upon Great Lakes and inland, or Inland Waters to Master or Mate of vessels of less than 100 gross registered tons upon Near Coastal Waters. The course completion certificate issued upon successful completion of this course is valid for one application which results in the issuance of an endorsement(s) and may not be used for future application transactions.