Bachelor Of Marine Engineering Technology (MET)

Immerse yourself in a journey that equips you with essential skills in marine engineering, paving the way for global opportunities and leadership in the maritime industry.
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Overview

The Bachelor of Marine Engineering Technology (MET) is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills required for a successful career in marine engineering.

This program prepares graduates to meet the entry requirements for the Watchkeeper Certificate of Competency (3rd Engineer Certificate), aligning with international maritime standards.

Program Highlights
Accreditation
Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)
Duration
Four years of comprehensive study
Credits
127 credit hours

Why Choose This Course?

Designed for aspiring marine engineers, this program prepares you for the 3rd Engineer Certificate with a strong foundation in engineering principles and marine technology. It meets international maritime standards and combines technical knowledge with practical sea training. Through industry-focused projects, simulations, and hands-on learning, you'll be equipped to manage engine room operations, oversee ship systems, and lead in engineering roles across the global maritime sector.

Industry-Relevant Curriculum

1. Provide a strong foundation in basic and advanced knowledge related to the marine engineering field.

2. To qualify students to pursue their professional careers or advanced studies by gaining the skills that enhance their ability to communicate effectively using transferable and soft skills..

3. To support the maritime sector with successful marine engineers to carry out the engineering watch at sea and maintain systems based on engineering fundamentals and modern technological tools.

4. To prepare students for the assessment and certification as Officer-in-Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW) in a manned engine room or designated duty engineer officer in a periodically unmanned engine room.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate advanced theoretical knowledge and a deep understanding of current practices in marine engineering technology.
Evaluate knowledge from various sources in marine engineering technology and apply appropriate research methods to investigate complex issues within a broader context.
Analyse diverse and complex marine engineering technology problems by applying relevant principles of engineering, science, & mathematics.
Conduct appropriate experimentation, analyse and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions in marine engineering issues.
Demonstrate the ability to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.
Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in technical and non-technical maritime environments.
Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of continuous professional development through self-directed learning while upholding ethical and professional standards and demonstrating responsible citizenship in the marine engineering field.
Design systems, components, or processes tailored to meet specific requirements for broadly defined marine engineering problems.

Program Structure

GED 111 Emirati Studies
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Credit Hours: 3
GED 103 General English
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Credit Hours: 3
GED 112 Study Skills
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 111 Marine Engineering Drawings
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Credit Hours: 2
SL 101 Seafaring and Leadership I
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Credit Hours: 0
P 101 Physical Education I
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Credit Hours: 0
GED202 Islamic Studies
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 233 Introduction to Marine Engineering Systems
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 171 Introduction to Programming & AI Machine Learning
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Credit Hours: 3
SL102 Seafaring and Leadership II
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Credit Hours: 0
P 102 Physical Education II
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Credit Hours: 0
GED 105 Technical Writing and Communication
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 436 Marine Engineering Practice I
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Credit Hours: 2
MET 231 Introduction to Ship Stability & Construction
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Credit Hours: 2
MT 291 Introduction to Maritime Law
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Credit Hours: 2
SL 103 Seafaring and Leadership III
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Credit Hours: 0
P 103 Physical Education III
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Credit Hours: 0
S 300 Maritime Placement
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Credit Hours: 6
GED 101 Physics I
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Credit Hours: 3
GED 104 Calculus I
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 240 Thermodynamics I
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 113 Manufacturing Technology
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Credit Hours: 3
GED 113 Physics II
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Credit Hours: 3
GED 114 Calculus II
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 112 Engineering Mechanics: Statics & Dynamics
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 161 Chemistry and Alternative Fuels
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 335 Marine Auxiliary Machinery
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 221 Electrical Engineering
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 216 Material Science and Mechanics of Materials
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 345 Fluid Mechanics for Marine Engineers
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Credit Hours: 3
GED 330 Maritime Cyber Risk Management
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 344 Marine Propulsion System
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 222 Instrumentation & Measurements
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 241 Thermodynamics II
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Credit Hours: 3
GED 106 Innovation & Entrepreneurship
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 232 Advanced Ship Stability & Construction
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 448 Marine Engineering Practice II
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 214 Computer-Aided Design (CAD) for Marine Engineers
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Credit Hours: 3
GED 100 Research Methods
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 424 Electrical Power Generation and Associated systems
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 334 Ship Repair Technology and Management
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 401 Contemporary Maritime Practices
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 402 Marine Environment Sustainability
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 425 Automation and Control for Marine Systems
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 447 Marine Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 484 Capstone Design Project I
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 243 Engine Room Watchkeeping and Resource Management
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 403 Engineering Ethics, Risk and Safety
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Credit Hours: 3
MET 485 Capstone Design Project II
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Credit Hours: 3

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Entry Requirements

Completion Requirements
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To successfully complete the programme of study and graduate students must complete the structured 4-year programme of study and obtain the full 128 Credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00.

Course Category
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Total Credits: 127

  • Core:
    • Credit Hours: 24
  • Electives:
    • Credit Hours: 0
  • Concentration Core
    • Credit Hours: 62
  • Concentration Electives:
    • Credit Hours: 0
  • Work Integrated Learning:
    • Credit Hours: 6
  • General Education:
    • Credit Hours: 36

Faculty

Neil James Thambi
Marine Chief Engineer (Unlimited)
Maters's, Technical Ship Mangement / Marine Engineering, University of Strathclyde, UK
Dr. Hossam M. Eldessouky
Assistant Professor
PhD, Advanced Manufacturing Systems, University of Bath, UK
Akram Zeid
Assistant Professor
PhD, Mechanical and Marine Engineering, University of Nottingham, UK
Ahmed Hamdy Moursy
Head of Maritime Transport Department
PhD, Advanced Manufacturing Systems, University of Bath, UK
Georgios Katsoulis
Dean
PhD, Electronics Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, Greece    
Ahmed Ismail
Captain/Master Mariner
master's Science in Maritime Affairs, Maritime Safety & Environmental Administration, World Maritime University, Sweden
Tarek Ali Hassan Abou Elela
Assistant Professor
PhD, Marine and Commercial Law- International Transport Law & Multimodal Transport. - Marine Communications. - Seaman ship. - Maritime arbitration. - Marine insurance., Alexandria University, Egypt
Mohamed Abdelfattah Mohamed
Captain Master Mariner
Masters Operation of ship and Maritime Safety, Maritime Safety and Environmental Protection, AASTMT, Egypt    
Dr. C. Elavarasi Sasikumar
Assistant Professor
PhD, Electronics Engineering- Communication system Communication System, Antenna, Microwave and Millimeter wave Antenna, Microwave Electronics, Electromagnetic Transmission Line, Pondicherry University, India    
Ahmed Salem
Associate Professor
PhD, Ship Design, Construction and Stability, University of Strathclyde, UK  
Donald Macleod Paterson,
Assistant Professor
PhD, Ship Stability & Risk-based Design, University of Strathclyde, UK    
Mauro Francesco
Assistant Professor
PhD Ocean Engineering, Research in hydrodynamics and marine propulsion, University of Rijeka, Croatia
More Information
program chair
Dr. Hongseok Bae
Head of Marine Engineering Technology Department
hongseok.bae@sma.ac.ae
Key information
Intakes:
January, September
Duration:
4 Years
Mode:
Full-time, On campus
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