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Ship Engineers
Chief Engineer (Limited) Certification Description The Chief Engineer Limited credential allows the holder to serve as Chief Engineer on vessels less than 1600 GRT on Ocean and Near Coastal waters and as Chief Engineer within horsepower limitations on vessels of any tonnage on Inland Waters. The credential can be endorsed for Oceans or Near Coastal. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Chief Engineer (Limited) Website
Chief Engineer (OSV) - Near Coastal Domestic Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Chief Engineer (OSV) - Near Coastal Domestic Website
Chief Engineer (Unlimited) Certification Description Chief Engineer (Unlimited).is an advanced-level merchant mariner credential. The general requirements for this credential are TWIC Card (Identification, Fingerprints, Citizenship, Social Security number, etc), CG-719B Application, NDR Consent & Check, Oath, 3 letters of recommendation, photograph (supplied by TSA), SSEB Screening complete, age of 21 or over, CG-719K Physical Exam, Medical Tab in MMLD, Drug Testing Compliance, Mariner Fees, and Sea Service Letters or Discharges. Sea service requirements include recency- 90 days in the past 3 years on vessels of appropriate horsepower, Chief Engineer- 360 days of service as an 1st A/E, or 360 days of service while holding a MMC as 1st A/E, of which 180 days of service as 1st A/E, and service as an assistant engineer is accepted on a 2 for 1 basis up to 180 days. There are also propulsion and horsepower requirements. Other requirements include completing a First Aid course, CPR course, and approved firefighting courses. All candidates must complete an examination. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Chief Engineer (Unlimited) Website
Diplomate, Coastal Engineering Certification Description Coastal engineering involves the practice of civil engineering, as well as the sciences of oceanography and coastal geology concerned with the interactions between water and land, including shorelines, bays, lakes, estuaries, inlets, river mouths, and harbors, and the structures within these environments. Certifying Organization Academy of Coastal, Ocean, Port & Navigation Engineers http://www.acopne.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Diplomate, Coastal Engineering Website
Diplomate, Navigation Engineering Certification Description Navigation engineering involves the life cycle planning, design, construction, operation and life maintenance of safe, secure, reliable, efficient and environmentally sustainable navigable waterways (channels, structures and support systems) used to move people and goods by waterborne vessels. Certifying Organization Academy of Coastal, Ocean, Port & Navigation Engineers http://www.acopne.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Diplomate, Navigation Engineering Website
Diplomate, Ocean Engineering Certification Description Ocean engineering involves the practice of civil engineering and the science of oceanography concerned with the design, analysis, operation, and planning of systems that operate in the oceanic environment. Certifying Organization Academy of Coastal, Ocean, Port & Navigation Engineers http://www.acopne.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Diplomate, Ocean Engineering Website
Diplomate, Port Engineering Certification Description Port engineering involves the practice of civil engineering, environmental engineering, and the science of oceanography concerned with the planning, design, construction, maintenance, operation, pollution control, and technical functioning of ports and harbors. Certifying Organization Academy of Coastal, Ocean, Port & Navigation Engineers http://www.acopne.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every Year ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Diplomate, Port Engineering Website
National 1st Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Certification Description (First) Assistant Engineer. This is a mid-level license. A First Assistant Engineer (also called the Second Engineer in some countries) is a licensed member of the engineering department on a merchant vessel. This title is used for the person on a ship responsible for supervising the daily maintenance and operation of the engine department. He or she reports directly to the Chief Engineer. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National 1st Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Website
National 2nd Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Certification Description The propulsion plant of a vessel and management of the engineering department is the responsibility of the Engineering Officers. Engineering officers' licenses are issued by grade. The Second Assistant Engineer license has specific limitations for deck and engineering officers, which include tonnage and horsepower, time at sea, minimum time held in other specific engineering positions and specific first aid requirements. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National 2nd Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Website
National 3rd Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Certification Description The propulsion plant of a vessel and management of the engineering department is the responsibility of the Engineering Officers. Engineering officers' licenses are issued by grade. To obtain a United States Coast Guard license as a Third Assistant Engineer (upper Level, the applicant must complete several requirements as outlined in the licensing documents. Some of these requirements include; service in an engine room as oiler, water tender, or Jr. Engineer; or graduate from an approved course of studies. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National 3rd Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Website
National Assistant Engineer (Limited) Steam/Motor/GT Certification Description Assistant Engineer (Limited). This is a mid-level license. The AE (Limited) is a licensed member of the engineering department on a merchant vessel. This title is used for the person on a ship responsible for supervising the daily maintenance and operation of the engine department. He or she reports directly to the Chief Engineer. General knowledge subjects included; Motor Plants, Engineering Safety & Environmental Protection, Electricity. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National Assistant Engineer (Limited) Steam/Motor/GT Website
National Assistant Engineer (OSV) Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National Assistant Engineer (OSV) Website
National Assistant Engineer of MODU Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National Assistant Engineer of MODU Website
National Chief Engineer Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years National Chief Engineer Website
National Chief Engineer (Limited) Certification Description Chief Engineer- Limited is an advanced-level merchant mariner credential. The general requirements for this credential are TWIC Card (Identification, Fingerprints, Citizenship, Social Security number, etc), CG-719B Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National Chief Engineer (Limited) Website
National Chief Engineer of MODU Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National Chief Engineer of MODU Website
National Chief Engineer OSV Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National Chief Engineer OSV Website
National Chief Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Certification Description Chief Engineer- Limited (Near Coastal). This is an advanced-level merchant mariner credential. The general requirements for this credential are TWIC Card (Identification, Fingerprints, Citizenship, Social Security number, etc), CG-719B Application, NDR Consent & Check, Oath, 3 letters of recommendation, photograph (supplied by TSA), SSEB Screening complete, age of 21 or over, CG-719K Physical Exam, Medical Tab in MMLD, Drug Testing Compliance, Mariner Fees, and Sea Service Letters or Discharges. Sea service requirements include recency- 90 days in the past 3 years on vessels of appropriate horsepower, Chief Engineer (Limited-Near Coastal)- 1440 days of service in the engine room, of which 360 days as an engineer officer, and 720 days as a QMED or equivalent supervisory position. Service gained in the deck department on vessels of appropriate tonnage may substitute for up to 25% or 180 days (whichever is less) of the required service. There are also propulsion and horsepower requirements. Other requirements include completing a First Aid course, CPR course, and approved firefighting courses. All candidates must complete an examination. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National Chief Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Website
National Chief Engineer/Assistant Engineer UFIV Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National Chief Engineer/Assistant Engineer UFIV Website
National Designated Duty Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Certification Description Designated Duty Engineer. This is an advanced-level merchant mariner credential. The general requirements for this credential are TWIC Card (Identification, Fingerprints, Citizenship, Social Security number, etc), CG-719B Application, NDR Consent & Check, Oath, 3 letters of recommendation, photograph (supplied by TSA), SSEB Screening complete, age of 21 or over, CG-719K Physical Exam, Medical Tab in MMLD, Drug Testing Compliance, Mariner Fees, and Sea Service Letters or Discharges. Sea service requirements include recency- 90 days in the past 3 years on vessels of appropriate horsepower. DDE- AHP, 1080 days of service in the engine room, with 540 days as a QMED or equivalent supervisory position. DDE- 4000 HP, 720 days of service in the engine room, with 360 days as a QMED or equivalent supervisory position. DDE- 1000 HP, 360 days of service in the engine room, with 180 days as a QMED or equivalent supervisory position. Service gained in the deck department on vessels of appropriate tonnage may substitute for up to 25% or 180 days (whichever is less) of the required service. There are also propulsion requirements. Other requirements include Basic Safety Training; or Continued Competency in BST, Flashing Light- course, and a valid, approved radar observer course. All candidates must complete an examination. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National Designated Duty Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Website
National QMED Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National QMED Website
National QMED: Electrician/Refrigerating Engineer Certification Description QMED - Electrician. In order to be occupied as a QMED a person has to have a Merchant Mariner's Document issued by the United States Coast Guard with a QMED certification. Applicants for QMED are required to pass a QMED General Knowledge Examination and the Electrician rating examination. Any applicant whose merchant mariner#s document is endorsed as QMED Oiler and /or Fireman/Watertender and successfully completed a 120-hour QMED-Electrician course will satisfy the requirements of 46 CFR 12.15-9 for the Electrician examination modules, if presented within one year of the completion of training. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National QMED: Electrician/Refrigerating Engineer Website
National QMED: Fireman/Watertender Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National QMED: Fireman/Watertender Website
National QMED: Junior Engineer Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National QMED: Junior Engineer Website
National QMED: Machinist/Pumpman Certification Description QMED - Oiler-Motor Vessels (Limited). The Oiler lubricates moving parts such as gears, shafts, and bearings of engines and auxiliary equipment. Makes scheduled rounds to observe temperature, pressure, oil level, and condition of equipment, and records data in engineering log. Duties include tending pumps, maintaining evaporators, and monitoring operation of automatically controlled boilers. Assists in transferring oil and water, and may assist in maintenance and repairs in engine room, machine shop, shaft alley, and related spaces. An oiler's duties consist mainly of keeping machinery lubricated. As a member of the engineering department, the oiler operates and maintains the propulsion and other systems onboard the vessel. Applicants for QMED are required to pass a QMED General Knowledge Examination and the Oiler-Motor Vessels (Limited) rating examination.Any applicant who successfully completed a 120-Hour QMED Oiler Motor Vessels (Limited) course will satisfy the requirements of 46 CFR 12.15-7(b)(2) and will receive 60 days sea service credit that may be applied for a QMED Oiler endorsement provided they also present evidence of at least 120 days engine room service; AND if presented within one year of the completion of training, satisfy the requirements of 46 CFR 12.15-9 for the Oiler examination modules. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National QMED: Machinist/Pumpman Website
National QMED: Oiler Certification Description QMED - Oiler-Motor Vessels (Limited). The Oiler lubricates moving parts such as gears, shafts, and bearings of engines and auxiliary equipment. Makes scheduled rounds to observe temperature, pressure, oil level, and condition of equipment, and records data in engineering log. Duties include tending pumps, maintaining evaporators, and monitoring operation of automatically controlled boilers. Assists in transferring oil and water, and may assist in maintenance and repairs in engine room, machine shop, shaft alley, and related spaces. An oiler's duties consist mainly of keeping machinery lubricated. As a member of the engineering department, the oiler operates and maintains the propulsion and other systems onboard the vessel. Applicants for QMED are required to pass a QMED General Knowledge Examination and the Oiler-Motor Vessels (Limited) rating examination.Any applicant who successfully completed a 120-Hour QMED Oiler Motor Vessels (Limited) course will satisfy the requirements of 46 CFR 12.15-7(b)(2) and will receive 60 days sea service credit that may be applied for a QMED Oiler endorsement provided they also present evidence of at least 120 days engine room service; AND if presented within one year of the completion of training, satisfy the requirements of 46 CFR 12.15-9 for the Oiler examination modules. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National QMED: Oiler Website
National Radio Officer Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes National Radio Officer Website
Unlicensed Deck Engineer Certification Description Unlicensed Deck Engineer. This is an entry-level certification. The Deck Engineer is an unlicensed member of the ship's engine department crew and requires an endorsement of Deck Machinist/Machinist or qualified member of the engine department of any rating on the U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document. The Deck Engineer maintains and repairs deck machinery, including but not limited to winches, elevators, forklifts and underway replenishment rigs on all types of crewed ships. Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Unlicensed Deck Engineer Website
Unlicensed Oiler Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Unlicensed Oiler Website
Unlicensed Pumpman Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Unlicensed Pumpman Website
Unlicensed Refrigeration Engineer Certifying Organization United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Unlicensed Refrigeration Engineer Website

Ship Engineers

Certification Description
The Chief Engineer Limited credential allows the holder to serve as Chief Engineer on vessels less than 1600 GRT on Ocean and Near Coastal waters and as Chief Engineer within horsepower limitations on vessels of any tonnage on Inland Waters. The credential can be endorsed for Oceans or Near Coastal.

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Chief Engineer (Limited) Website

Chief Engineer (OSV) - Near Coastal Domestic

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

Chief Engineer (OSV) - Near Coastal Domestic Website

Chief Engineer (Unlimited)

Certification Description
Chief Engineer (Unlimited).is an advanced-level merchant mariner credential. The general requirements for this credential are TWIC Card (Identification, Fingerprints, Citizenship, Social Security number, etc), CG-719B Application, NDR Consent & Check, Oath, 3 letters of recommendation, photograph (supplied by TSA), SSEB Screening complete, age of 21 or over, CG-719K Physical Exam, Medical Tab in MMLD, Drug Testing Compliance, Mariner Fees, and Sea Service Letters or Discharges. Sea service requirements include recency- 90 days in the past 3 years on vessels of appropriate horsepower, Chief Engineer- 360 days of service as an 1st A/E, or 360 days of service while holding a MMC as 1st A/E, of which 180 days of service as 1st A/E, and service as an assistant engineer is accepted on a 2 for 1 basis up to 180 days. There are also propulsion and horsepower requirements. Other requirements include completing a First Aid course, CPR course, and approved firefighting courses. All candidates must complete an examination.

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

Chief Engineer (Unlimited) Website

Diplomate, Coastal Engineering

Certification Description
Coastal engineering involves the practice of civil engineering, as well as the sciences of oceanography and coastal geology concerned with the interactions between water and land, including shorelines, bays, lakes, estuaries, inlets, river mouths, and harbors, and the structures within these environments.

Certifying Organization
Academy of Coastal, Ocean, Port & Navigation Engineers
http://www.acopne.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Diplomate, Coastal Engineering Website

Diplomate, Navigation Engineering

Certification Description
Navigation engineering involves the life cycle planning, design, construction, operation and life maintenance of safe, secure, reliable, efficient and environmentally sustainable navigable waterways (channels, structures and support systems) used to move people and goods by waterborne vessels.

Certifying Organization
Academy of Coastal, Ocean, Port & Navigation Engineers
http://www.acopne.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Diplomate, Navigation Engineering Website

Diplomate, Ocean Engineering

Certification Description
Ocean engineering involves the practice of civil engineering and the science of oceanography concerned with the design, analysis, operation, and planning of systems that operate in the oceanic environment.

Certifying Organization
Academy of Coastal, Ocean, Port & Navigation Engineers
http://www.acopne.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Diplomate, Ocean Engineering Website

Diplomate, Port Engineering

Certification Description
Port engineering involves the practice of civil engineering, environmental engineering, and the science of oceanography concerned with the planning, design, construction, maintenance, operation, pollution control, and technical functioning of ports and harbors.

Certifying Organization
Academy of Coastal, Ocean, Port & Navigation Engineers
http://www.acopne.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every Year
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Diplomate, Port Engineering Website

National 1st Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT

Certification Description
(First) Assistant Engineer. This is a mid-level license. A First Assistant Engineer (also called the Second Engineer in some countries) is a licensed member of the engineering department on a merchant vessel. This title is used for the person on a ship responsible for supervising the daily maintenance and operation of the engine department. He or she reports directly to the Chief Engineer.

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National 1st Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Website

National 2nd Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT

Certification Description
The propulsion plant of a vessel and management of the engineering department is the responsibility of the Engineering Officers. Engineering officers' licenses are issued by grade. The Second Assistant Engineer license has specific limitations for deck and engineering officers, which include tonnage and horsepower, time at sea, minimum time held in other specific engineering positions and specific first aid requirements.

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National 2nd Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Website

National 3rd Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT

Certification Description
The propulsion plant of a vessel and management of the engineering department is the responsibility of the Engineering Officers. Engineering officers' licenses are issued by grade. To obtain a United States Coast Guard license as a Third Assistant Engineer (upper Level, the applicant must complete several requirements as outlined in the licensing documents. Some of these requirements include; service in an engine room as oiler, water tender, or Jr. Engineer; or graduate from an approved course of studies.

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National 3rd Assistant Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Website

National Assistant Engineer (Limited) Steam/Motor/GT

Certification Description
Assistant Engineer (Limited). This is a mid-level license. The AE (Limited) is a licensed member of the engineering department on a merchant vessel. This title is used for the person on a ship responsible for supervising the daily maintenance and operation of the engine department. He or she reports directly to the Chief Engineer. General knowledge subjects included; Motor Plants, Engineering Safety & Environmental Protection, Electricity.

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National Assistant Engineer (Limited) Steam/Motor/GT Website

National Assistant Engineer (OSV)

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National Assistant Engineer (OSV) Website

National Assistant Engineer of MODU

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National Assistant Engineer of MODU Website

National Chief Engineer

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years

National Chief Engineer Website

National Chief Engineer (Limited)

Certification Description
Chief Engineer- Limited is an advanced-level merchant mariner credential. The general requirements for this credential are TWIC Card (Identification, Fingerprints, Citizenship, Social Security number, etc), CG-719B

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National Chief Engineer (Limited) Website

National Chief Engineer of MODU

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National Chief Engineer of MODU Website

National Chief Engineer OSV

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National Chief Engineer OSV Website

National Chief Engineer Steam/Motor/GT

Certification Description
Chief Engineer- Limited (Near Coastal). This is an advanced-level merchant mariner credential. The general requirements for this credential are TWIC Card (Identification, Fingerprints, Citizenship, Social Security number, etc), CG-719B Application, NDR Consent & Check, Oath, 3 letters of recommendation, photograph (supplied by TSA), SSEB Screening complete, age of 21 or over, CG-719K Physical Exam, Medical Tab in MMLD, Drug Testing Compliance, Mariner Fees, and Sea Service Letters or Discharges. Sea service requirements include recency- 90 days in the past 3 years on vessels of appropriate horsepower, Chief Engineer (Limited-Near Coastal)- 1440 days of service in the engine room, of which 360 days as an engineer officer, and 720 days as a QMED or equivalent supervisory position. Service gained in the deck department on vessels of appropriate tonnage may substitute for up to 25% or 180 days (whichever is less) of the required service. There are also propulsion and horsepower requirements. Other requirements include completing a First Aid course, CPR course, and approved firefighting courses. All candidates must complete an examination.

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National Chief Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Website

National Chief Engineer/Assistant Engineer UFIV

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National Chief Engineer/Assistant Engineer UFIV Website

National Designated Duty Engineer Steam/Motor/GT

Certification Description
Designated Duty Engineer. This is an advanced-level merchant mariner credential. The general requirements for this credential are TWIC Card (Identification, Fingerprints, Citizenship, Social Security number, etc), CG-719B Application, NDR Consent & Check, Oath, 3 letters of recommendation, photograph (supplied by TSA), SSEB Screening complete, age of 21 or over, CG-719K Physical Exam, Medical Tab in MMLD, Drug Testing Compliance, Mariner Fees, and Sea Service Letters or Discharges. Sea service requirements include recency- 90 days in the past 3 years on vessels of appropriate horsepower. DDE- AHP, 1080 days of service in the engine room, with 540 days as a QMED or equivalent supervisory position. DDE- 4000 HP, 720 days of service in the engine room, with 360 days as a QMED or equivalent supervisory position. DDE- 1000 HP, 360 days of service in the engine room, with 180 days as a QMED or equivalent supervisory position. Service gained in the deck department on vessels of appropriate tonnage may substitute for up to 25% or 180 days (whichever is less) of the required service. There are also propulsion requirements. Other requirements include Basic Safety Training; or Continued Competency in BST, Flashing Light- course, and a valid, approved radar observer course. All candidates must complete an examination.

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National Designated Duty Engineer Steam/Motor/GT Website

National QMED

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National QMED Website

National QMED: Electrician/Refrigerating Engineer

Certification Description
QMED - Electrician. In order to be occupied as a QMED a person has to have a Merchant Mariner's Document issued by the United States Coast Guard with a QMED certification. Applicants for QMED are required to pass a QMED General Knowledge Examination and the Electrician rating examination. Any applicant whose merchant mariner#s document is endorsed as QMED Oiler and /or Fireman/Watertender and successfully completed a 120-hour QMED-Electrician course will satisfy the requirements of 46 CFR 12.15-9 for the Electrician examination modules, if presented within one year of the completion of training.

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National QMED: Electrician/Refrigerating Engineer Website

National QMED: Fireman/Watertender

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National QMED: Fireman/Watertender Website

National QMED: Junior Engineer

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National QMED: Junior Engineer Website

National QMED: Machinist/Pumpman

Certification Description
QMED - Oiler-Motor Vessels (Limited). The Oiler lubricates moving parts such as gears, shafts, and bearings of engines and auxiliary equipment. Makes scheduled rounds to observe temperature, pressure, oil level, and condition of equipment, and records data in engineering log. Duties include tending pumps, maintaining evaporators, and monitoring operation of automatically controlled boilers. Assists in transferring oil and water, and may assist in maintenance and repairs in engine room, machine shop, shaft alley, and related spaces. An oiler's duties consist mainly of keeping machinery lubricated. As a member of the engineering department, the oiler operates and maintains the propulsion and other systems onboard the vessel. Applicants for QMED are required to pass a QMED General Knowledge Examination and the Oiler-Motor Vessels (Limited) rating examination.Any applicant who successfully completed a 120-Hour QMED Oiler Motor Vessels (Limited) course will satisfy the requirements of 46 CFR 12.15-7(b)(2) and will receive 60 days sea service credit that may be applied for a QMED Oiler endorsement provided they also present evidence of at least 120 days engine room service; AND if presented within one year of the completion of training, satisfy the requirements of 46 CFR 12.15-9 for the Oiler examination modules.

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National QMED: Machinist/Pumpman Website

National QMED: Oiler

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National QMED: Oiler Website

National Radio Officer

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

National Radio Officer Website

Unlicensed Deck Engineer

Certification Description
Unlicensed Deck Engineer. This is an entry-level certification. The Deck Engineer is an unlicensed member of the ship's engine department crew and requires an endorsement of Deck Machinist/Machinist or qualified member of the engine department of any rating on the U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Mariners Document. The Deck Engineer maintains and repairs deck machinery, including but not limited to winches, elevators, forklifts and underway replenishment rigs on all types of crewed ships.

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

Unlicensed Deck Engineer Website

Unlicensed Oiler

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

Unlicensed Oiler Website

Unlicensed Pumpman

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

Unlicensed Pumpman Website

Unlicensed Refrigeration Engineer

Certifying Organization
United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center
http://www.uscg.mil/nmc/default.asp

Unlicensed Refrigeration Engineer Website

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