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Written Exam Preparation (Second and Chief Engineers) - Engineering Management

at Blackpool and The Fylde College, Blackpool · college

Level 3Other coursesOther5 weeksPart time£1,669

What the college says

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.

What you need to get on

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.

How you are assessed

Short courses, awards and certificates that do not fit the main routes.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Age range not confirmed in the source data. Check with the provider.

Where it runs

  • FLEETWOOD NAUTICAL CAMPUS

    BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE Broadwater, Fleetwood, FY7 8JZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 15 September 2026 · Fleetwood
  • 23 February 2027 · Fleetwood
  • 8 June 2027 · Fleetwood

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