This is the third level up from the primary level in the Marine Engineering Certificate course. It is designed to fulfil the level of competence required to operate marine propulsion plants up to 500 kW. However, the course also briefly include contents of marine plants up to 750 kW. It is designed to meet the requirements of maritime trainees across diverse industry sectors, defined by vessel type and trade.
The course comprises of Seven Modules. These modules are in line with the South Pacific Maritime Code. The modules in this course are designed to be taught off-the-job, however, it is expected that candidates will have on-the-job seagoing experience covering a portion of the learning outcomes. The course aims to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills required to explain and calculate the basic effects of forces and displacements on machinery and structural components. The design of the course is as such that students may be eligible to awards when fulfilling requisite numbers of modules.
Admission Requirements
- Be not less than 18 years of age
- Valid Advance Safety Certificate with 12 month sea time on vessel up to 500KW
- Not less than a 12 months approved service as a Watchkeeping Engineer whilst holding a Certificate of Competency as a Class V Engineer
- Not less than 12 months at sea as a Watchkeeping engineer on completion of 3 years workshop service acceptable to the Authority
- Have completed approved education and training of at least 36 months which includes 6 months on board training (on vessel more than 250 kW propulsion power machinery) which include on board training documented in an approved training record book
Prerequisite Certificate: Safety Certificates/Class V Certificate of Competency
Course Structure
Course Code: DCME (IV)
Course Name: Certificate in Marine Engineering – Class IV (4) Engineer
Duration: 16 weeks
Core Units: 7 Units
Total Credit Points: 40
Campus: Kukum
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Pre-requisite | Semester Offered | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ME331 | Applied Mechanics 1 | Class 5 Engineer plus 12 months sea time on vessel of up to 500 KW. | 5 | |
| To provide the learner the basic approach in solving mechanical problems that is relevant in marine engineering environment. | ||||
| ME332 | Thermodynamics (Heat & Heat Engines) 1 | Class 5 Engineer plus 12 months sea time on vessel of up to 500 KW. | 5 | |
| To provide the learner the basic approach and skills in solving problems related to heat engines that is relevant in marine engineering environment. | ||||
| ME333 | Engineering Drawing 2 | Class 5 Engineer plus 12 months sea time on vessel of up to 500 KW. | 4 | |
| To provide the learner the basic skills in solving engineering problems and designs graphically | ||||
| ME334 | Electro Technology 1 | Class 5 Engineer plus 12 months sea time on vessel of up to 500 KW. | 5 | |
| To provide the learner the basic skills and knowledge of Electricity | ||||
| ME335 | Naval Architecture and Ship Construction 1 | Class 5 Engineer plus 12 months sea time on vessel of up to 500 KW. | 5 | |
| To provide the learner the basic skills and knowledge of Ship construction and Naval Architecture | ||||
| ME336 | Engineering Knowledge General 1 | Class 5 Engineer plus 12 months sea time on vessel of up to 500 KW. | 8 | |
| To provide the learner basic skills and knowledge of handling engine room watch and safety procedures. | ||||
| ME337 | Engineering Knowledge Motor 1 | Class 5 Engineer plus 12 months sea time on vessel of up to 500 KW. | 8 | |
| To provide the learner the basic skills and knowledge of the safe operations and maintenance of marine engines and propulsion system and its auxiliary systems. | ||||