Diploma in Marine Engineering Program

Program Description:

he Marine Engineering program empowers students to become competent and skilled professionals capable of making meaningful contributions to the maritime industry and advancing their careers in Marine Engineering. In the Marine Engineering Program, students are taught how to operate, maintain, and repair all machinery onboard ships of any type, size, and tonnage.

The Department of Marine Engineering offers a variety of courses that align with the criteria set by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The curriculum covers fields as defined in IMO STCW 2010 A-III/1.  The three-year undergraduate degree program is designed to address all aspects of training in engineering. Throughout the program, students receive courses on basic engineering, shipbuilding and marine engineering, electrical engineering, control engineering, and other related subjects.

Program Objectives:

The Diploma in Marine Engineering Program aims to:

  • train highly qualified marine engineers who are equipped with knowledge, skills and hands-on experience required for maintaining, operating and repairing propulsion engines, support systems, auxiliary engines, generators, pumps, boilers and other machinery necessary for the safe navigation of ships.
  • provide a strong foundation in basic and advanced knowledge related to the marine engineering field.
  • maintain maritime systems based on engineering fundamentals and modern technology by supporting the maritime sector with successful marine engineers.

Admission Requirements

The minimum entry requirements are:

  • General Education Diploma (Grade 12 Certificate) or equivalent
  • All applicants must have completed English and Mathematics
  • Applicants for Marine Engineering program must also have studied Chemistry and Physics in grade 12 or equivalent.
  • Marine Engineering students must be medically fit and have a minimum height of 140 cm.
  • Students must also successfully complete the General Foundation Programme or provide equivalent scores in the three areas of the programme. 

The requirements are:

  • English: obtain a valid IELTS score of 5.0 taken with in the last two years or score at least 70 points in the College English placement test
  • Mathematics: score at least 50 in the Math placement tests
  • Information Technology: provide a valid certificate in IC3 or ICDL, or score at least 50 in the IT placement tests.

Enrolment:

After being admitted to the college either via applying directly or through the Higher Education Admission Center (HEAC), the students must complete their enrollment at the college. The following documents and materials are required for registration:

  • An original General Education Diploma (Grade 12 Certificate) or equivalent with a minimum pass grade in Mathematics and English
  • Two coloured photos of the applicant
  • A copy of the applicant’s national ID card
  • A copy of the applicant’s guardian’s valid passport or ID card
    • In addition, international students must provide: An original grade 11 certificate or equivalent
    • The original High Secondary School Certificate or equivalent, attested by student’s country’s Ministry of
    • Education and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Omani Embassy in his/her country.
    • A copy of the applicant’s valid Passport

Study Plan:

Year 1:

  • Math I
  • Physics 1
  • English 1 (communication Skills)
  • Machine Shop 1
  • Marine Engineering and ship knowledge
  • Marine Engineering Drawing -I
  • Ship Construciton & Stability 1
  • Watch keeping Eng. Officers and Maritime Law 1
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Physical Exercise 1
  • Math 2
  • English 2 (Communication Skills)
  • Machine Shop 2
  • Auxiliary Machinery 1
  • Engineering Materials 1
  • Watch keeping Eng. Officers and Maritime Law2
  • Marine Power Plant 1
  • Electro Technology 1
  • Physical Exercise

Year 2 (Semester 1):

  • Sea Training 1
  • M-Math-III
  • Physics 2
  • Technical Writing
  • General Chemistry + Fuel Oils And Lubricants
  • Marine Engineering Drawing-II
  • Electro Technology 2
  • Auxiliary Machinery 2
  • Marine Power Plant 2 (Diesel)
  • Physical Exercise 3

Year 3:

  • Technical Writing
  • Thermodynamics
  • Marine Power Plant 3, (Steam)
  • Watch keeping Eng. Officers and Maritime law 3
  • Marine Automation
  • Electro Technology 3, incl.internal communication systems
  • Ship Construction and Stability 2
  • Marine Engineering Lab
  • Physical Exercise 4
  • Training Record Book I

Program Articulation:

The program is suitable for individuals who have completed Grade 12 in the science stream and aspire to pursue a successful career as an engineer in the maritime industry. Graduates of Marine Engineering are qualified to work onboard vessels and in shore positions such as:

  • Junior Engineer Officer (3rd and 4th Engineer)
  • Vessel Manager
  • Fleet Manager
  • Flying Squad teams in shipping companies
  • HSSEQ related Positions
  • Tanker terminal operators
  • Positions in Maritime Administration
  • Positions in specialized workshops
  • Power and generation plants

International Internship and Collaborations:

Students are required to register for two internship modules during their entire education, both of which must be conducted onboard vessels. These internships are arranged by NU-IMCO, which has agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with several international shipping companies. The Maritime Department collaborates with these international shipping companies to arrange the cadet internship planning. Students who intern with shipping companies often find permanent employment with them upon graduation.

Prerequisites for Maritime Studies Internship:

The Seafarer Medical Check for DO/ME Student must be obtained from one of the recognised medical practitioners approved by the Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Information Technology (MTCIT) in Oman. The list of approved practitioners can be obtained from the Admission and Registration Office. If the medical condition of a student is reported unfit for sea service, the option of changing major/specialisation is given. Also, students have the right to undergo the Seafarer Medical Check more than once and they are responsible for the medical check fees. The medical check is normally valid for two years.

When students go to sea for their practical training, they must have a Seaman’s Book. This document can only be obtained if a student has a valid Seafarer Medical Check issued by a practitioner approved by MTCIT and a Basic Safety Training (STCW) Certificate of Proficiency. The Seamen’s Book can be requested from MTCIT.

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