RSS Panglima - Changi Naval Training Base (CNTB) is the new home of the RSN’s Training Command or TRACOM, specifically HQ TRACOM and the Institute of Maritime Operations and Systems (IMOS). It occupies 6.7 hectares of land, equivalent to 11 football fields and is located to the west of Changi Naval Base. The proximity to an operational base is one of the key factors considered when the building project was initially conceptualized. Similarly, the strategic design allows both CNB and CNTB residents to share common support facilities in terms of sports and medical functions.

RSS Panglima - CNTB can be broadly divided into the North and South Plot.

NORTH PLOT

The North Plot houses the Training Complexes for: 1. Submarine Steering and Diving Trainer (SSDT) 2. Basic Naval Trainer (BNT) 3. Ship Systems Training Complex (SSTC) 4. Ship Handling Simulator (SHS)

Submarine Steering and Diving Trainer (SSDT) The SSDT is a shore-based team trainer for maneuvering and diving procedures and operations. It replicates the control room of the Challenger Class submarine to achieve maximum handling capability. The SSDT comprises a motion system with a cabin, functional mock-ups of the driver stations and an Instructor Operator Station (IOS) located inside the cabin.

Basic Naval Trainer (BNT)

The BNT is used for the conduct of seamanship and gunnery training. The trainer mimics the ship and is primarily used by the Junior Ratings Course (JRC) and Petty Officers Course (POC) trainees. Prior to their shipboard posting, trainees are able to experience rope handling when ship is berthing via a movable bollard that simulates the ship coming alongside. The trainer also allows the training on the 0.5” Gun, bridge watch keeping as well as seamanship evolutions such as anchoring, towing and replenishment at sea.

Ship Systems Training Complex (SSTC)

SSTC consists of three different workshops managed by the respective Training Centres:

(i) Power Generation Systems Training Centre (PGSTC) - Power Plant - Generators - Switch Boards - Frequency Converter - Electrical Fitting and Installation Workshop

(ii) Propulsion Systems Training Centre (PSTC) - Components Measuring Room - MTU 538 & 595 Engine W5 Trainer - Auxiliary Workshop - Air Con Trainer - Refrigeration Trainer - Reverse Osmosis Plant Trainer

(iii) Ship Design Training Centre (SDTC) - General Fitting Area - Non Destructive Test Lab - Gas Cutting and Welding Area

Ship Handling Simulator (SHS)

The simulator aids the instructor to train the trainees in ship handling, seamanship, navigation, basic radar operation techniques and team level training for watch keepers.

The simulator has a 270-degree visual system displaying all terrain and models which resembles the real environment. The system is able to choose the type of vessel and the area of operations. The simulator can train the ship handler in evolutions like berthing and unberthing, anchoring or coming alongside another vessel that is underway or at anchor. It also allows the trainees to conduct coastal waters navigation as well as visual and blind pilotage. The bridge team is able to perform watch-keeping duties in the context of a team, particularly for specific operational tasks in a tactical environment.

SOUTH PLOT

The South Plot houses the office spaces, classrooms, laboratories and trainers, and accommodation. It also includes a PersHub manned by Naval Personnel Department that provides HR support to the residents of CNTB and CNB.

1. Auditorium and Lecture Theatres There is one auditorium and three lecture theatres in RSS PANGLIMA. Named VICTORY Hall, the auditorium has a seating capacity of 400 and is located on level one of VICTORY Building.

2. Classrooms

The classrooms are managed by the different training centres. Most of the classrooms are equipped with a computer and a projector to facilitate the lessons and presentations.

3. Problem-based Learning (PBL) Room

Problem-based learning (PBL) is an exciting alternative to traditional classroom learning. PBL is a learning method that emphasises self-directed learning, analysis and problem-solving competency. PBL Room is where the trainees go through a 7-stage PBL process and collaboratively solve the problem posed. The room is equipped with the necessary IT support facilities and learning resources to support the learning the trainees would have to do in the process.

4. Platform System Emulation Centre (PSEC)

PSEC comprises a LAN network of PCs that uses a PC-based software to emulate the known features of machinery onboard the Landing Ship Tank (LST) and Patrol Vessel/ Anti-Submarine Patrol Vessel platforms. It is used to impart shipboard engineering knowledge to the newly recruited technicians. The PSEC also serves as a centre for the technicians onboard to further their engineering knowledge and competency. The PSEC is able to simulate shipboard engineering operations and fault diagnosis scenarios to train ship crews without having to go onboard the ships.

5. IMOS Learning Lab

The IMOS Learning Laboratory was created to provide a creative environment for instructors to experience and experiment with new IT gadgets to bring about better training effectiveness. Courses for instructors are conducted in the IMOS Learning Lab.

6. Wireless Internet Access

The IT infrastructure within the base enables wireless access to the Internet from classrooms, common areas as well as accommodation blocks. This feature will enable learning to take place anytime and anywhere within the base.

7. Trainers and Labs

Many of the trainers and labs are located within the 6-storey VICTORY Building at the South Plot. The full list of trainers, labs and learning rooms consists of:

§ Computer-Aided Instruction Centre § IMOS Learning Lab § Resource Centre § On-Conditioning Monitoring Lab § Simbad Trainer § Platform System Emulation Centre § Bofors 40/70 Trainer § Electrical Principles Lab § P226 Trainer § Programmable Logic Controller Trainer § Night Vision Device 0.5” Machine Gun Trainer § Non-Destructive Testing Lab § Chart Room § Comms Lab § Comms Trainer § Radar Trainers § Electronic Warfare (EW) Trainer

8. Accommodation

There are 6 blocks of accommodation for the trainees in CNTB. The accommodation blocks have a total capacity of 130 rooms holding up to 626 trainees and 38 instructors.

9. Cookhouse

CNTB is fully equipped with a cookhouse with a maximum capacity of about 400 people.

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