Maritime Autonomous Systems (MAS) are transforming defence and commercial maritime operations. As autonomous and remotely operated technologies become more widely adopted, organisations need people who understand the concepts, opportunities and challenges that underpin them. This introductory MAS training course provides the essential knowledge needed to engage confidently with autonomy projects, whether you're involved in operations, engineering, procurement, policy or programme delivery.
Developed by our autonomy specialists, this self-paced e-learning course provides a clear and accessible foundation in autonomy fundamentals, operational applications, regulatory considerations and technical challenges, helping you make more informed decisions in an increasingly autonomous maritime environment.
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What you will learn
Fundamentals of maritime autonomy
- Levels of autonomy and MAS classifications
- Benefits and limitations of these technologies
- Current and emerging applications across different maritime sectors
Technology and operations essentials
- MAS architecture and system capabilities
- Data, sensing and AI‑enabled autonomy
- Exploring current and future trends
Safety, regulation and compliance
- Overview of regulatory frameworks affecting MAS
- Safety, cyber security and ethical considerations
- Practical implications for defence and commercial operations

Who is the course for
This MAS online training is ideal for:
- Project and programme managers involved in autonomy projects
- Engineers and technical specialists unfamiliar with MAS technologies
- Procurement and commercial teams evaluating autonomous systems
- Regulators and compliance leads overseeing safety and approval
- Senior decision‑makers shaping autonomy strategy
No prior autonomy experience is required.
Why learn with BMT?
We are a global leader in maritime autonomy, recognised internationally for:
Our Maritime Autonomous Systems e‑learning course has been developed by our in-house autonomy experts, distilling our experience into a structured, practical and industry‑aligned introduction.

Course format
- 100% online learning
- Short, focused modules covering autonomy fundamentals
- Real‑world examples from defence and commercial maritime domains
- A free sampler to explore before enrollment
- Access on desktop, laptop or tablet
*Pricing and enrolment details will be announced soon.
*Be first to receive updates and access a free course preview.