How much time does it take to become a chief engineer in merchant navy?
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An examination can help you gain the post of a fourth engineer and if you perform well, you can become the third engineer on board. It will, however, take another exam after sailing for 18 months to make you a second engineer and another one after 12 months that will make you Chief Engineer.
What is the retirement age of ship captain?
The maximum age for retirement is 60. Captain who are still serving and are 60+.
What is the age limit for Seaman?
16 years old
Under the Maritime Labour Convention 2006 (‘MLC’): A person must be 16 years old or above to work as a seafarer.
What is the eligibility criteria to join Marine Engineering?
Eligibility criteria for students to join marine engineering is as follows :-. Qualification for students:-. A candidate must be 12th pass with minimum 60\% in PCM (Physics,Chemistry and Mathematics). Age Limit :- A Candidate must be below 25 years. Also this course is Open for Both girls and Boys.
How old do you have to be to be a mariner?
Age: 21 years of age. Mariner must hold the equivalent national endorsement (in case of STCW Chief Engineer requirements)
What is the age limit for a marine engineer to sail?
There is no age limit for a marine engineer. It completely depends on person to person , I have seen people sailing at the age of 65, and people who forfeit there sailing career at the age of 28. Generally marine engineers sail for 8 to 15 years.
What credentials do you need to be a chief engineer?
The Chief Engineer credential allows the holder to serve as Chief Engineer on vessels of any tonnage, any horsepower and on any waters. The credentials include: Age: 21 years of age. Mariner must hold the equivalent national endorsement (in case of STCW Chief Engineer requirements)