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Department of Marine Engineering

 

Overview

The main focus of the Maritime Engineering programs or courses is design, construction, and technical operation. This course aims to  prepare trainees to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge and skills of shipboard machinery according to the South Pacific Marine Code (SPMC) and the Seafarers Training Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) code as amended and to demonstrate practical skills gained through the Apprenticeship program applied to shipboard maintenance, repair and operation duties.

The course comprises of core and non-core modules.  These modules are in line with both the SPMC and STCW code.  Each year students will attend first half of the year (one semester) at the University and the other half of the year at sea to gain on-the-job training. On-the-job training at sea comprises of training under supervision and completing exercises included in the Sea Work Books. For any new program or course in Marine Engineering, a minimum age of 16 with a Form 5 school certificate is encouraged to be eligible and you must also complete a medical checkup at a recommended medical centre by an approved medical doctor.

Programs Offered

Programs offered by the Department of Marine Engineering are as follows:  
  1. Advanced Certificate in Technology – Marine Engineering: 4 year program i.e. M1 = 16 weeks; M2 = 16 weeks; M3 = 16 weeks; M4 = 18 weeks
  2. Class 5 Marine Engineering: 14 weeks
  3. Class 4 Marine Engineering: 14 weeks
  4. Revalidation & Refresher courses: 1 to 2 weeks
  5. Other onsite or tailored courses for the industry when needed: duration varies

Note that with the Advanced Certificate in Technology (Marine Engineering) mentioned above, after completing the program that is one semester at SINU and second semester onboard training for four years, a candidate may sit for a Class 6, 5, 4, and 3 Marine Engineers Certificate of Competency (CoC) external oral examination to be conducted by Solomon Islands Maritime Authority (SIMA) gazetted oral examiner. The grade or class of CoC to be awarded will depend on the sea-time obtained as per SIMA approval and endorsement.


Admission Requirements and Program Structures

Class V (5) Maritime Engineering

The level of the course is basic, Class V Engineer being the starting level of the marine engineering courses.  It is designed for marine engineers working in vessels having engine power not exceeding 250 kW. The course aims to equip the seafarers in the maritime industry with practical skills and competence in shipboard operations consistent with their duties on merchant vessels and fishing vessels.

The course comprises of four modules.  These modules are in line with the South Pacific Maritime Code. The modules in this course are designed to be taught off-the-job, however, it is expected that candidates will have on-the-job seagoing experience covering a portion of the learning outcomes. The workshop module ME324 is based on Year 2 of Advance Certificate in Technology (Marine Engineering) program.

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Class IV (4) Marine Engineering

This is the third level up from the primary level in the Marine Engineering Certificate course.  It is designed to fulfil the level of competence required to operate marine propulsion plants up to 500 kW.  However, the course also briefly include contents of marine plants up to 750 kW. It is designed to meet the requirements of maritime trainees across diverse industry sectors, defined by vessel type and trade.

The course comprises of Seven Modules. These modules are in line with the South Pacific Maritime Code. The modules in this course are designed to be taught off-the-job, however, it is expected that candidates will have on-the-job seagoing experience covering a portion of the learning outcomes. The course aims to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills required to explain and calculate the basic effects of forces and displacements on machinery and structural components. The design of the course is as such that students may be eligible to awards when fulfilling requisite numbers of modules.

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Class III (3) Marine Engineering

This is the fourth level up from the primary level in the Marine Engineering Certificate course which include contents of marine plants up to 750 kW.  It is designed to fulfil the level of competence required to operate marine propulsion plants up to 750 kW. The course provide opportunities for learners to develop their knowledge, skills and attitudes in order to improve the effectiveness as Marine Engineers. In addition, it provide learners with a broad range of technical expertise and associated management skills in the field of Marine Engineering to the level of Class III specified in the SPMC code.

It is recognized by the Maritime Industries as satisfying the requirements for employment as a qualification. This course has been developed in accordance with the standards as enforced by the STCW standards and the SPMC Maritime Competency Standards.

The course comprises of Eight Modules. These modules are in line with the South Pacific Maritime and STCW 95 code.  The modules in this course are designed to be taught off-the-job, however, it is expected that candidates will have on-the-job seagoing experience covering a portion of the learning outcomes. The course is designed to meet the requirements of maritime trainees across diverse industry sectors, defined by vessel type and trade.

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 Advance Certificate in Technology - Marine Engineering

Advance Certificate in Technology

The course aims to prepare trainees to acquire theoretical and practical knowledge and skills of shipboard machinery according to Class III level of SPMC code and to demonstrate practical skills gained though the Apprenticeship program applied to shipboard maintenance, repair and operation duties.

The course comprises of core and non-core modules.  These modules are in line with the South Pacific Maritime and STCW 95 code.  Each year students will attend first half of the year (one semester) at the University and the other half of the year at sea to gain on-the-job training. On-the-job training at sea comprises of training under supervision and completing exercises included in the Sea Work Books.

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Mr. Simon Wame

Head of Department

BEng (Mechanical Engineering) PNG University of Technology
Adv Dip of Marine Engineering (Chief Engineer, Motor) Australian Maritime College
Cert in Ed, Wolverhampton
Engineer Watch-Keeper (Motor), Certificate of Competency (CoC), New Zealand
Ships Surveying, PNG Maritime College
Regional Training Course for Simulator Instructors, from IMO/SPC, Fij

Regional Training Course for Instructors, from IMO/SPC, Fiji

Simon is not new to SINU. He was once the former lecturer at the Marine Engineering department, School of Industrial development of the Solomon Islands College of Higher Education (SICHE) before taking up Planned Maintenance engineer with Solomon Breweries.

Simon has work experience in both the maritime shipping industry and other shore related facilities as ship’s chief engineer and manager. He has sailed the Solomon Islands and Pacific region, working onboard fishing and passenger cargo vessels owned by various shipping companies.

 

Class 3 Certificate in Marine Engineering

This is the fourth level up from the primary level in the Marine Engineering Certificate course which include contents of marine plants up to 750 kW.  It is designed to fulfil the level of competence required to operate marine propulsion plants up to 750 kW. The course provide opportunities for learners to develop their knowledge, skills and attitudes in order to improve the effectiveness as Marine Engineers. In addition, it provide learners with a broad range of technical expertise and associated management skills in the field of Marine Engineering to the level of Class III specified in the SPMC code.

It is recognized by the Maritime Industries as satisfying the requirements for employment as a qualification. This course has been developed in accordance with the standards as enforced by the STCW standards and the SPMC Maritime Competency Standards.

The course comprises of Eight Modules. These modules are in line with the South Pacific Maritime and STCW 95 code.  The modules in this course are designed to be taught off-the-job, however, it is expected that candidates will have on-the-job seagoing experience covering a portion of the learning outcomes. The course is designed to meet the requirements of maritime trainees across diverse industry sectors, defined by vessel type and trade.

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Class 4 Certificate in Marine Engineering

This is the third level up from the primary level in the Marine Engineering Certificate course.  It is designed to fulfil the level of competence required to operate marine propulsion plants up to 500 kW.  However, the course also briefly include contents of marine plants up to 750 kW. It is designed to meet the requirements of maritime trainees across diverse industry sectors, defined by vessel type and trade.

The course comprises of Seven Modules. These modules are in line with the South Pacific Maritime Code. The modules in this course are designed to be taught off-the-job, however, it is expected that candidates will have on-the-job seagoing experience covering a portion of the learning outcomes. The course aims to provide the learner with the knowledge and skills required to explain and calculate the basic effects of forces and displacements on machinery and structural components. The design of the course is as such that students may be eligible to awards when fulfilling requisite numbers of modules.

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Class 5 Certificate in Maritime Engineering

The level of the course is basic, Class V Engineer being the starting level of the marine engineering courses.  It is designed for marine engineers working in vessels having engine power not exceeding 250 kW. The course aims to equip the seafarers in the maritime industry with practical skills and competence in shipboard operations consistent with their duties on merchant vessels and fishing vessels.

The course comprises of four modules.  These modules are in line with the South Pacific Maritime Code. The modules in this course are designed to be taught off-the-job, however, it is expected that candidates will have on-the-job seagoing experience covering a portion of the learning outcomes. The workshop module ME324 is based on Year 2 of Advance Certificate in Technology (Marine Engineering) program.

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Class 6 Certificate in Maritime Engineering

This course is intended for those who want to be masters of vessels of less than 20 tons and operating in inshore waters of the Solomon Islands.  This program is made up of 4 units.

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Class 5 Certificate in Marine Engineering

The level of the course is basic, Class V Engineer being the starting level of the marine engineering courses.  It is designed for marine engineers working in vessels having engine power not exceeding 250 kW. The course aims to equip the seafarers in the maritime industry with practical skills and competence in shipboard operations consistent with their duties on merchant vessels and fishing vessels.

The course comprises of four modules.  These modules are in line with the South Pacific Maritime Code. The modules in this course are designed to be taught off-the-job, however, it is expected that candidates will have on-the-job seagoing experience covering a portion of the learning outcomes. The workshop module ME324 is based on Year 2 of Advance Certificate in Technology (Marine Engineering) program.

Admission Requirements

  • Be not less than 18 years of age
  • A pass in the SISC examinations with good pass in Maths, Science, English and Technical Drawing
  • Not less than a 3 years program of training approved by the Authority, including not less than one year at sea in work associated with engine operation; or
  • Not less than 12 months at sea as engineer on completion of 3 years workshop service acceptable to the Authority;
  • Have completed approved education and training of at least 24 months which includes 6 months on board training (on vessel more than 200 kW propulsion power machinery) which include on board training documented in an approved training record book.
  • Not less than 12 months approved seagoing service whilst holding a Certificate of Competency as Class 6 Master/Engineer and completed not less than one year of approved workshop training

Prerequisite Certificate: Safety Certificates/Class VI Certificate of Competency

Course Structure

Course Code: DCME (V)
Course Name: Certificate in Marine Engineering – Class V (5) Engineer
Duration: 16 weeks
Core Units: 4 Units
Total Credit Points: 40
Campus: Kukum



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