The course is designed to prepare students for the Marine Engineering Management Level Unlimited external examinations in Engineering Knowledge General and Motor conducted by the SQA on behalf of the United Kingdom Maritime and Coastguard Agency and to complete short courses required by MCA for the Certificate of Competency (COC). To meet the STCW 2010, the MCA has made changes to the engineer academic structure, which means the Chief and Second Engineer exams no longer exist. The replacement is the single Management Level course and engineering (EK) exams. This course consists of preparation for the General and Motor external exams and is delivered prior to the orals preparation element of the course. Note: to be issued with a management certificate of competency, candidates are required to undertake an MCA oral exam at either second or chief engineer level. Additional coursesCandidates may also wish to undertake the following courses prior to undertaking the Engineering Knowledge exams: Human Element, Leadership and Management (Management Level) and High Voltage (Management Level) courses. Financial helpThe IMarEST Guild of Benevolence offer a £750 grant for marine engineers and Electro-Technical Officers (ETOs) on unpaid leave while studying for their Certificate of Competency Level III/2. This support aims to ease financial burdens and aid career progression. To find out more and apply, click here.
Entry requirements
To undertake the Second and Chief Engineer Certificate of Competency, you will need to: Have completed 12 months' seagoing service as an EOOW, III/1, on vessels of at least 750 kW in engine power. This time must include at least 9 months in full charge of the watch or with designated UMS duties. Hold a HND/Advanced Diploma or Foundation Degree in Marine Engineering with pass of at least 50percent in each academic subject.
