Want to be a marine electrician? You need to prepare these documents!

Sailing dreamers, are you eager to show your talents in the vast ocean? If so, then you need to get some key certificates to start your career as an electrical engineer on board.

Professional training certificate

To become a marine electrical engineer, you need to obtain a professional training certificate, which is your first step towards becoming an electrical engineer.

Electrical engineer training certificate

You must obtain the electrician training certificate issued by the Maritime Safety Administration, which is a necessary certificate for electrician positions.

Diploma in maritime correspondence

You also need a junior college diploma in maritime correspondence to enhance your professional background.

Certificate of electrical engineer

Starting from 20 16, all c-1(above 3000 kw) ships must be equipped with electrical engineers. You must attend 20 12 training courses for marine engineers and electricians recognized by the maritime department and pass the training assessment. After passing the examination, the maritime safety administration will issue the corresponding certificate of electrical engineer.

Five-subject theoretical examination

In the process of preparing for the exam, you need to take the theoretical examination of five subjects: ship electrical (electrical engineer), ship engine room automation, electronic information technology and navigation equipment, ship management (electrical engineer) and ship electrical English (electrical engineer). These exams will test your professional knowledge and skill level.

Officer position

Marine electrician is different from marine electrician. As an electrical engineer in the position of first mate, you need to be responsible for the maintenance and management of ship electrical equipment. The establishment of this position is an important step for IMO (International Maritime Organization) to implement electronic navigation strategic planning on a global scale. In order to meet the competency standards of electrical engineers, you need to be fully prepared and try to pass these exams.