New Zealand Diploma in Marine Engineering (Level 6) also known as Marine Engineer Class 3 (MEC 3)
Mechanical
A course by
Manukau Institute of Technology
Take the next step in your marine engineering career and become a marine engineering officer. This Level 6 diploma prepares you for senior roles, enabling you to work on larger vessels to MEC3 standard and meets Maritime New Zealand and International Maritime Organisation requirements.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
New Zealand Maritime School, Auckland
It will take a total of 30 months
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Operate and Maintain Ship Engine Room and Auxiliary Equipment
Gain skills to operate and maintain engine room and auxiliary systems to Marine Engineer Class 4 (MEC4) or Marine Engineer Class 3 (MEC 3) standards.
Apply Safety and Emergency Procedures at Sea
Demonstrate proficiency in safety practices, emergency response, firefighting, first aid, and crisis management onboard ships.
Monitor and Repair Shipboard Machinery and Systems
Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on a wide range of shipboard mechanical and electrical systems.
What You're Signing Up For
This diploma programme is designed for marine engineers looking to advance to senior positions or operate on larger ships. Over 2.5 years, students gain skills in engine room operations, machinery, ship systems, safety procedures, electrical and electronic control systems, and leadership. Completing the programme leads to eligibility for Maritime New Zealand MEC 3 or MEC 4 certificates of competency, permitting work as an engineering officer on a variety of vessels worldwide.
Course Content
- STCW Basic Safety Training: Basic Sea Survival, First Aid, Fire Fighting, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities, Security Awareness
- Engineering Watchkeeping (practicum and theory, multiple levels)
- Marine Engineering Maths, Thermodynamics, Mechanical Technology
- Electrical and Electronic Control Systems Operation, Maintenance, Repair (including practicums)
- Technical Design Communications and Ship Construction
- Main and Auxiliary Machinery, Fuel, Lubrication, Ballast and Pumping Systems (including practicums)
- Ship Stability and Structure (including practicums)
- Maintenance and Repair of Shipboard Machinery and Equipment (Parts A and B, and practicums)
- Advanced Fire Fighting
- Human Elements Leadership and Management (H.E.L.M.)
- Pollution Prevention and Maritime Legislation
- Proficiency in Survival Craft (PISC)
- Marine Dangerous Goods
- Medical First Aid
- Orals Preparation for MEC3/MEC4
- Optional: Basic Oil and Chemicals, Crisis Management, High Voltage Operations
What you need to know first
Academic component of the New Zealand Certificate in Maritime Crewing – Able Seafarer Engine strand (L4) (NZ2511-03)
or evidence of sea service required for the Watchkeeper certificate of competency as per the STCW code
Applicants with no seafaring experience: 14 credits in either Mathematics (calculus, algebra or equivalent) and/or physics at NCEA Level 2.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Maritime
Shipping
Engineering
Future employment opportunities might be
Marine chief engineering officer on coastal vessels (MEC 4)
Marine engineering officer on foreign-going ships (MEC 3)
Engineering officer on cruise liners, cargo ships, oil and chemical tankers, ferries, container ships, support vessels
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