A Modern ship consists of a host of complex and sophiscated machinery like large diesel engines, boilers, steam engines, steam turbines, gas turbines, alternators, pumps, crosses, winches, compressors, refrigeration and air-condioning plants etc. The role of the Marine engineer is to perform the task of operang and maintaining these machinery safely and efficiently which requires a high degree of skill and experse.
This course consists of six semesters. The degree will be awarded by the University on the successful completion of Three years duration. After 3 years, the cadets will be joining as the 3rd officer on board the ship. They will have to obtain 12 months sea experience. On completion of 12 months sea experience, they will be promoted directly as SECOND OFFICER without any further examinations. With further sea service & exams, they will be promoted to Chief Officer and then becoming Captain of the ship.
After the cadets complete the four year Marine Engineering course and a four-Modular course successfully, the student is eligible, to be appointed as Junior Engineer on Merchant Ships. On completion of the spulated period on ships and after passing the required competency Examination conducted by the Directorate General of Shipping, Govt. of India or Marine Administration of other governments, the Engineer becomes a Chief Engineer of a ship within 6 to 7 years. The academy assists necessary guidance for placement for successful meritorious students
Growth From Junior Engineer To Become A Chief Engineer
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