Second Engineer Certificate of Competency
Senior engineering officer certification covering advanced marine engineering, systems management, and engine room supervision.
Course Description
The Second Engineer Certificate of Competency represents senior-level expertise in marine engineering. This advanced program prepares engineering officers for positions of significant responsibility, covering complex systems management, advanced troubleshooting, and engine room supervision.
Second Engineers serve as senior watchkeeping engineers and deputies to the Chief Engineer, responsible for major maintenance operations, system integration, and managing junior engineering staff. This comprehensive course develops the advanced technical and management skills required for these critical roles.
Course Objectives
- Master advanced marine engineering systems and theory
- Develop expertise in complex troubleshooting and fault analysis
- Learn engine room management and supervision techniques
- Understand advanced thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
- Gain proficiency in planned maintenance systems
- Master electrical power generation and distribution
- Understand automation and control systems integration
Entry Requirements
Prerequisites
- Minimum age: 21 years
- Hold Third Engineer Certificate of Competency
- Minimum 12 months sea service as Third Engineer
- Valid STCW certifications
- Demonstrated competency evaluations
Required Documents
- Valid passport
- Seafarer medical certificate
- Certificate of Discharge Book (CDC)
- Sea service testimonials with Chief Engineer recommendations
- Third Engineer COC and endorsements
- Competency assessment records
Extensive engine room experience and demonstrated technical proficiency required.
Terms & Conditions
- Maintain minimum 90% attendance
- Pass all advanced module examinations (minimum 75%)
- Complete complex engineering problem assignments
- Demonstrate leadership in practical assessments
- Pass comprehensive final examination
- Complete all advanced simulator scenarios
How to Register
Application Review
Submit sea service records and certificates for review
Verification Process
Complete comprehensive verification (3-4 weeks)
Technical Interview
Attend technical interview and assessment
Final Enrollment
Complete enrollment and payment process
