Course Summary
Course Category: CAO (Higher Education - HET)
The function of the marine engineer is to operate and maintain the engines, boilers, generators and other systems of ships. Most of the mechanical equipment aboard ship is operated and maintained by marine engineers. This course aims to provide a sound knowledge base of marine engineering.
Course Details
What will you study?
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Marine Engineering Mathematics Thermodynamics Naval Architecture Technical Drawing Innovation Marine Instrumentation H V Operation Physics Safety Automation Systems
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Realist
Realists are usually interested in 'things' - such as buildings, mechanics, equipment, tools, electronics etc. Their primary focus is dealing with these - as in building, fixing, operating or designing them. Involvement in these areas leads to high manual skills, or a fine aptitude for practical design - as found in the various forms of engineering.
Realists like to find practical solutions to problems using tools, technology and skilled work. Realists usually prefer to be active in their work environment, often do most of their work alone, and enjoy taking decisive action with a minimum amount of discussion and paperwork.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Further Research
Career Progression
Qualified marine engineers are highly sought after both at sea and ashore. Seagoing roles can include work as marine engineers on oil and gas offshore support vessels, super and mega yachts, cruise ships, and offshore wind farm support vessels.
Shore roles include engineering surveyor, engineering management roles in the ports sector, the energy sector and in facility engineering for the pharmaceutical, power stations, refinery, dairy and hospital sectors.