Engine maintenance is the responsibility of marine mechanics, marine mechanics may collaborate with other professionals or work alone, depending on the size of the ship. They run diagnostics, replace damaged parts, and provide general maintenance on engine equipment.
Therefore, learners will learn about ship’s marine equipment and ship’s engine machinery, in addition to maritime safety protocols and regulatory compliance to be able to become an engine mechanic as a shore-based career in UAE ports or shipyards within the operational aspects of marine operations, alongside an alternative pathway as a working individual as an officer of watch (OOW) on ships less than 500 GT in ports or near coastal waters after diploma achievement & certificate of competency COC completion.
The availability of well trained and equipped ship repair personnel in ports and shipyards is a cornerstone to maintain the ships operation worthiness and to extend the ship’s engine lifespan.
Why Choose This Course?
The aim of the diploma is to provide the candidate with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform safely and effectively the duties to become an engine mechanic as a shore-based career in UAE ports or shipyards within the operational aspects of marine operations to meet the maritime industry requirements in UAE sectors and ports, alongside after diploma completion an alternatively a working personal officer of watch (OOW) on boats in ports or near coastal waters after achieving the certificate of competency(COC).
This Diploma will provide the knowledge and skills relevant to the program, typically includes both theoretical coursework and practical training. Students will learn about marine equipment and machinery, in addition to safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
Industry-Relevant Curriculum
- Build up careers to serve UAE ports and inland waters related to technical operations in the marine industry.
- Qualify candidates to enhance their professional career and studies by gaining technical operating skills and competence.
- Candidates should reach the level of proficiency in diagnosing, repairing, and fitting boat engines whether in port workshops or onboard boats, enabling them to pursue careers as skilled marine mechanics or boat engine fitters in the marine industry.
- Improve candidates to develop problem-solving skills to handle complex issues that may arise during boat engine repairs, port workshop manufacturing issues and to be able to diagnose and implement efficient working conditions related to the marine industry.
- Setting goals for candidates seeking sea-going vessels (coastal Waters) after diploma achievement & COC.
Target Audience
This Diploma is suitable for:
- School graduates seeking a professional career
- Workers in ports / shipyards without Academic qualification
- Individuals wanting to take up a position within a yard or to learn more about the issues faced in these roles
- Individuals who will be involved in engine repair / maintenance field
Potential Careers
- Marine Mechanic Fitter (Sea port yards, workshops / Boats in port)
- OOW on ships less than 500 GT (Coastal waters) after diploma achievement & COC.
Career development
A ship mechanic can progress to increasingly senior roles such as:
- Lead mechanic
- Maintenance supervisor
- Lead technician
- Mechanical maintenance supervisor
