Singapore Maritime Academy

Singapore is strategically located at the crossroads of major

shipping lanes and is the world's busiest port.

The government's intention is to develop Singapore into a

total "International Maritime Centre" which provides a

comprehensive range of technical and commercial

services for maritime transportation worldwide.

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The academy’s role is to produce competent personnel to
meet the manpower requirements of the maritime and
transportation industries and their associated shore-based
supporting infrastructure. Currently, there is an acute shortage
of such qualified personnel.
To achieve this, the academy provides educational and
training courses at both Diploma and Certificate of
Competency levels. The academy also offers a wide range
of short-courses and tailor-made courses to meet the training
needs of the maritime industry.
Marine Engineers are managers and operators of complex and
dynamic power plants and service systems. Their career prospects
are bright because of their ability to adapt as technology and
business activities change.
As sea-going marine engineers, graduates will progress, in
stages, from assistant to chief engineer by qualifying for awards
of Certificates of Competency. These licences are authorised
and issued by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore. A
graduate requires at least three-years-and-a-half of approved
work experience onboard ship to qualify as a Chief Engineer.

The diploma courses aim to produce graduates with broad-
based experience, a multi-disciplinary approach in problem-
solving, and positive attitudes towards work and personal growth.
The Certificate of Competency courses are designed for
experienced marine engineers and deck officers to prepare them
for their professional licences. These courses are also modularised
and serve as extensions to their respective diploma programmes.
Many graduates continue their education and further improve
their prospects by entering into a degree programme. The
Diploma is accredited by the Institute of Marine Engineers (UK)
and has advanced standing for entry into related engineering
degree programmes in many universities throughout the world.
Practical Training
The structure of the diploma programme provides for this
in two ways:

• Through intensive training in our fully equipped workshops

and laboratories specifically designed for hands-on learning.
• Through a structured 9-week Industrial Training Programme
with approved industrial organisations.

In addition, mandatory safety courses in Fire Fighting and Fire

Prevention, Personal Survival Techniques, Elementary First Aid,
Personal Safety and Social Responsibility, and Tanker
Familiarisation are conducted during the course.

Future professionals to assist Singapore become an international
maritime centre.
DIPLOMA IN MARINE ENGINEERING
The Diploma in Marine Engineering is a three-year full-time course
which includes a 9-week Industrial Training Programme with
approved establishments. The course structure is modularised
to enhance learning and to provide flexibility of course design.
Assessment
Students' performance and progress are evaluated through
a combination of in-course and end-of-semester assessment.
Each module is assessed according to its aims and
objectives and may take the form of written and practical
examinations, assignments, projects and oral presentations.
A satisfactory standard must be attained during the Industrial
Training Programme.
COURSE MODULES
Full-Time First Year Hours

Career Prospects Stage 1A

Marine Engineering is a challenging profession with very good MA1058 Applied Mechanics 75
monetary rewards. Because of the broad-based experience and MA1061 *W/S Practice 1 60
early responsibility gained as a ship's engineer, graduates are MA1086 Marine Engg Knowledge 1 45
well sought after in shore-based industries. MA1087 *@Basic Safety Training 1 30
MA1090 Electric Circuits 75
Since the programme is essentially "integrated engineering" MS7503 *Software Application and Programming 45
incorporating mechanical, electrical, thermal and control LC 0603 *Report Writing and Presentation 30
engineering, supported by IT and business and management SP 0602 *#Innovation, Design & Enterprise in Action 30
studies, the opportunities for our graduates are wide-ranging. †%General Elective Module 30

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 Stage 1B MS7302 Engineering Mathematics 2 45
†#General Elective Module 30
MA1063 *Engineering Drawing 75
MA1064 *W/S Practice 2 60
MA1088 *@Basic Safety Training 2 30 * Modules are continuously assessed
MA1091 Basic Thermodynamics 75 † Free Electives
MS7102 Basic Mathematics 60 % offered in Semester 2 only
LC 0618 *Critical Reasoning Skill 30 # offered in Semester 1 only
SP 0601 *Character Development 30 @ IMO mandatory modules
SP 0602 *#Innovation, Design & Enterprise in Action 30
†%General Elective Module 30 DIPLOMA IN MARITIME TRANSPORTATION
MANAGEMENT
Full-Time Second Year Hours
Singapore is the world’s busiest seaport and one of the
Stage 2A world’s largest container ports. The gover nment of
MA1065 Engineering Mechanics 75 Singapore is committed towards making Singapore a
MA1067 *Integrated Workshop Practice 75 premier maritime centre of excellence. Hence we have
MA1068 Ship Stability 60 many maritime and logistics related organisations based
MA1069 Marine Engg Knowledge 2 60 here which are involved in a wide range of shipping business
MA1092 Electronics 60 activities. These organisations require a pool of relevant
shore-based maritime management and logistics expertise
LC0604 *Communication Skills for Work 30
†General Elective Module to run their businesses. The main aim of the Diploma in
30
Maritime Transportation Management is to serve the needs
IS1006 *Industrial Training Programme
of such organisations.
Stage 2B
Career Prospects
MA1071 Instrumentation 60
Graduates of this diploma are most sought after by companies
MA1073 *CAD 75
offering shipping services. These include ship management,
MA1089 Tanker Familiarisation 30
logistics, ship owning, shipbrokering, ship agency, freight
MA1093 Applied Thermodynamics 75
forwarding, marine insurance firms and also the Maritime and
MS7202 Engineering Mathematics 1 60
†Multimedia in IT Application Port Authority of Singapore. They will join this diverse and rapidly
MS7581 45
†Computer Programming
growing maritime industry as junior executives. There is
MS7582 45
†General Elective Module
tremendous prospect for upward career mobility with experience
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and professional enhancement. Many graduates continue with
IS1006 *Industrial Training Programme
their education by enrolling into degree programmes conducted
by local and overseas universities.
Full-Time Third Year Hours

Stage 3A
MA1051 *Project Work 15
MA0070 †Ship Chartering Practices 60
MA1076 IC Engines and Boilers 75
MA1077 *Marine Workshop Practice 75
MA1078 †Computer Control 60
MA1094 Electric Machines and Systems 75
MA1095 *Organisational Behaviour and Management 60
MA1096 †Engineering Design 60
†#General Elective Module 30

Stage 3B
MA1051 Project Work 15
MA1079 Ship Powering and Construction 60
MA1080 Auxiliary Machinery 75
MA1082 Integrated Control 75
MA1083 †Shipboard Drawings 45
MA1084 †Shipping Business 45 Many employment opportunities await our graduates in maritime and
MA1097 *Plant Diagnostics 45 logistics related companies.

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Practical Training MA 0103 Maritime Personnel Management 45
This diploma is designed to be practice-oriented. The link MS 7223 Statistics for Shipping Business II 60
between theory and practice is achieved through hands-on LC 0618 Critical Reasoning Skill 30
work, practical exercises, case studies, industrial attachment General Elective Module 2 30
and field visits. Students will be taught by experienced and
qualified staff and will receive hands-on training on Portnet, Stage 2B
Tradenet and the latest ship management and logistics software 6 months Industrial Attachment Programme in relevant
application programs. Practitioners from the shipping industry Shipping / Logistics Company
are invited to give talks to students from time to time and field
visits are arranged when necessary. Full-Time Third Year Hours

The 6-month shore-based industrial attachment is carefully Stage 3A

planned and closely monitored by in-house company supervisors MA 0024 Project
and academic staff . This exposure provides students with a MA 0070 Ship Chartering Practices 60
first-hand experience of working in maritime-related or logistics MA 0104 Maritime Law 75
organisations in Singapore. MA 0105 Ship Management 60
MA 0106 Intermodal Transport 60
Assessment MA 0107 Port Planning & Operations 60
Modules are assessed by means of in-course assessments. LC 0604 Communication Skills for Work 30
General Elective Module 3 30
COURSE MODULES Stage 3B
MA 0024 Project
Full-Time First Year Hours
MA 0072 Ship Sale & Purchase 45
MA 0076 Transport Modelling 60
Stage 1A
MA 0077 Port Agency 60
MA 0080 Ship Knowledge & Seamanship 60
MA 0093 Marketing of Shipping Services 60
MA 0082 Freight Transport & Logistics 60
MA 0108 Bunkering Practices 60
MA 0083 Financial Accounting in Shipping 60
MA 0109 Supply Chain Management 60
MA 0087 Navigational Safety 45
General Elective Module 4 30
MA 0100 Marine Engineering Knowledge 45
MS 7522 I.T. for Shipping Business 75
SP 0602 Innovation, Design & Enterprise in Action* 30 DIPLOMA IN NAUTICAL STUDIES
General Elective Module 1* 30 This three-year training programme prepares students for the
Diploma in Nautical Studies (DNS) and their first professional
Stage 1B sea-going qualification — the Class 3 Deck Certificate of
MA 0059 Maritime Economics 75 Competency. It is the first career-step for the holder to sail as
MA 0084 Shipping Practice 45 a junior deck officer, and later, as master of a ship.
MA 0085 Ports & Terminals 45
MA 0101 Cargo Handling 45 Career Prospects
MA 0102 Safety & Environmental Mgt in Shipping 45 More than 1,800 ships are registered in Singapore, and each
MS 7123 Statistics for Shipping Business I 60 requires a captain and three navigating officers. Candidates
SP 0601 Character Development 30 completing their Diploma in Nautical Studies will qualify to be a
SP 0602 Innovation, Design & Enterprise in Action* 30 Second Officer on board a foreign-going vessel, provided they
General Elective Module 1* 30 have sufficient sea service and pass an Oral Examination
conducted by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore.
* 1st year students (both Stage 1A and 1B) will complete the This examination leads to the award of a Class 3 Certificate of
IDEA module in their 1st semester. GEM1 will be completed in Competency (Deck), which is internationally recognised.
the second semester.
The scheme comprises three phases. Phase 1 commences
Full-Time Second Year Hours at the start of the SP academic year whilst Phase 3 is
conducted each semester.
Stage 2A
MA 0090 Financial Management in Shipping 60 Phase 1
MA 0097 Electronic Commerce and LIS 75 This two-semester Pre-Sea Induction Course at the Singapore
MA 0099 Law of Carriage of Goods by Sea 75 Polytechnic prepares students as cadet officers aboard ship.
and Marine Insurance Students are taught the fundamental knowledge and skills

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 required for a deck officer. During this period, the student also COURSE MODULES
attends the STCW95 Basic Safety Training course. The curriculum
Full-Time Phase 1A Hours
also covers Electronic Navigation Systems, GMDSS, Advanced
Fire-fighting and Tanker Familiarisation.
MA0536 Introduction to Navigation 90
MA0537 Elementary Ship Knowledge 60
Phase 2
MA0538 Basic Safety Training 112.5
During this phase the students undergo shipboard training and
MS7442 Science 1 45
follow a structured training programme, which includes a
MS7542 Software Application 30
correspondence course package and the completion of a
LC 0604 Communication Skills for Work 30
training and assessment record book. As cadet officers,
SP 0602 Innovation, Design & Enterprise in Action 30
students are groomed to shoulder the responsibilities of a
Navigating Officer. A minimum sea service of 12 months is
Full-Time Phase 1B Hours
required for the award of Diploma in Nautical Studies and the
Class 3 Certificate of Competency.
MA0539 Principles of Navigation 60
MA0540 Ship & Tanker Knowledge 90
Phase 3
MA0546 Watchkeeping & Instruments 75
This final phase of study (two semesters) for the Diploma
MA0547 Shipping Practices & Maritime Law 45
in Nautical Studies course includes the Class 3 Certificate
MS7141 Mathematics 1 30
of Competency Preparatory Course. The holder of the SP 0601 Character Development 30
diploma may be granted exemption from the written part LC 0618 Critical Reasoning Skills 30
of the Class 3 Certificate of Competency examination General Elective Module 1 30
conducted by MPA Singapore. The student will be required
to attend the STCW95 Medical First Aid on Board Ship Phase 2 - Sea Attachment
course as an ancillary. During this phase, the candidates undergo shipboard training
and follow a distance learning programme. Candidates are
Assessment required to complete a total of at least 12 months sea service
Modules in Phase 1 and 3 will be assessed either in-course to enrol for the Diploma in Nautical Studies Phase 3 and for the
and/or by means of semestral examinations. Class 3 Certificate of Competency oral examination.

Sophisticated ship-handling simulator in the Academy.

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Full-Time Phase 3A Hours where he would be reporting directly to the highest management
of his company. The Advanced Diploma will be adequate
MA0527 Maritime Communications 105 preparation for him to take full advantage of such opportunities
MA0532 Tanker Familiarisation 45 that is available to him.
MA0534 Advanced Fire-Fighting 30
MA0541 Electronic Navigation Systems 90 Students who pass the Safety Auditing module (80% passing
MA0548 Chartering & Brokerage 30 mark) may register themselves as Safety Auditors with the Ministry
MA0549 Marine Surveying 30 of Manpower (MOM).
MA0550 Ports and Terminals 30
General Elective Module 2 30 Graduates from the ASM course will be able to gain credit transfer
from the BEnvOHS (Bachelor Environmental, Occupational Health
Full-Time Phase 3B Hours & Safety) awarded by the University of Newcastle, Australia
conducted at the Science Park Singapore by NOVO ETS.
MA0525 Ship Operations 97.5
MA0542 Practical Navigation 75 Assessment
MA0543 Coastal Navigation 52.5 The assessment methods used are term tests, semestral
MA0544 General Ship Knowledge 75 examinations and in-course assessments. In-course assessments
MA0545 Meteorology 30 take the form of written/oral tests, individual/group presentations
MS7341 Mathematics 2 45 and assignments. The Safety Auditing module’s curriculum is
MS7452 Applied Science 60 in line with MOM's requirements where the students need to be
fully competent in the area before they can be registered as
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN SAFETY Safety Auditors.
MANAGEMENT (Part-time)
COURSE MODULES
This revamped course (jointly organised with participation from
the School of Design and the Environment and the School of First Semester
Chemical and Life Sciences) is designed for safety personnel MA4000 Advanced Safety Management
who are qualified as Registered Safety Officers under the Factories MA4001 Safety Auditing
Act. Safety Officers should receive in-depth training in Safety MA4002 Occupational Ergonomics
Auditing and also possess good managerial, motivational and
interpersonal skills. The Advanced Diploma in Safety Management Second Semester
(ASM) seeks to provide students with these qualities to become MA4003 Advanced Occupatonal Health Management
all-rounded Safety Officers MA4004 Behavioural Safety
MA4005 *Project Work*
The Advanced Diploma Course in Safety Management is designed *MA4006 Petroleum/Chemical Safety
to help participants: *MA4007 Construction Safety
*MA4008 F o o d M a n u f a c t u r i n g & S e r v i c e I n d u s t r y
• develop appropriate skills and knowledge to identify, evaluate, *MA4009 Wafer Plant Safety
prevent and minimise occupational safety hazards; *MA4010 Maritime Safety
• develop appropriate skills and knowledge to identify, evaluate, *MA4011 Fire Safety Manager
prevent and minimise occupational health risks;
• prepare, execute and report a safety audit; *MA4006 to MA4011 are elective modules that students may
• develop safety management skills; choose from to suit their needs.
• understand workers behavioural tendencies in order to
increase safety awareness and inculcate a safety culture Entry Requirements
among workers Applicants must possess the Certificate in Occupational Safety
& Health or its equivalent. The Certificate in Occupational Safety
This course consists of one-year part-time classes, three evenings Health course is itself a one-year part-time course offered in
per week and is conducted over two 15-week semesters. Three Singapore Polytechnic.
modules are covered in each semester. There is an elective
module in the second semester. Students must also complete SPECIALIST DIPLOMA IN SHIPPING
ninety hours of Project Work during the course. OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT
Career Prospects
(Part-time)
The Advanced Diploma will greatly enhance the career prospect This programme is targeted at shipping and logistics personnel
of the practicing Safety Officer towards the managerial level with a polytechnic diploma or higher qualifications. It aims to
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 give participants a greater level of understanding in Shipping
Operations and Shipping Management. Junior and Middle
Management Executives who complete this Diploma will be
able to perform their jobs with a greater level of competence
and understanding.
Career Prospects
Singapore is well on its way to becoming a major International
Maritime Centre. It position at the forefront of logistics
development is made possible with its well-equipped and
efficient seaports.
Graduates of this programme are well recognized by MNCs for
their transportation management capabilities and their broad
understanding of transboundary movement of goods.
Today, the Singapore marine industry has an annual turnover
of about $4 billion excluding sales from members’ overseas
operations. The industry is a significant employer of some
34,000 workers in Singapore. Singapore is well recognised
as the leading marine support centre and a convenient one-
stop centre for ship owners, managers and agents. The
breadth and depth of the ancillary services available in
Singapore would mean more new jobs every year, especially
for executives and professionals.
Assessment
Modules will be assessed by in-course assignments, class tests,
and web-based electronic assessments.
COURSE MODULES
Participants have to complete 5 core modules and 6 electives
from any two of the three module groups. Students are also
required to complete a project, which is to be submitted at
the end of the programme.
First Semester Hours
Core Modules (Compulsory)
MA 5001 Financial Management in Shipping 30
MA 5002 IT in Shipping Business 30
MA 5003 Supply Chain Management 30
MA 5004 Marketing of Shipping Services 30
MA 5005 Shipping Law/ Contract & Disputes 30
Second Semester Hours
Module Group 1 (Liner Shipping)
MA 5006 Port Agency 30
MA 5007 Port Planning & Liner Operations 30
MA 5008 Container Management & Dangerous Goods 30
Module Group 2 (Tramp Shipping)
MA 5009 Maritime Economics 30
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MA 5010 Shipbroking, Chartering and 30
Ship Sale & Purchase
MA 5011 Port Planning and Bulk Operations 30
Module Group 3 (Management & Support)
MA 5012 Marine Insurance & Environmental Management 30
MA 5013 Ship Management & ISM 30
MA 5014 Logistics Information System 30
Entry Requirements
Candidates must have:
1 a) Degree in any discipline, or
b) Polytechnic Diploma in any discipline, or
c) Class 2 (Deck) or (Engine) Certificate of Competency
2 Relevant Working Experience
3 Be Proficient in English
SPECIALIST DIPLOMA IN MARINE
ENGINEERING & NAVAL ARCHITECTURE
(Part-time)
This course is a collaboration with the Universities of
Glasgow and Strathclyde who have offered advanced
standing to graduates in their related degree programmes.
A graduate who has achieved an overall mark of 60% will
only need to complete a year of full-time on-campus study
at the Universities or locally to qualify for the award of a
BEng Honours degree.
The course curriculum is designed to give diploma holders an
opportunity to expand and deepen their knowledge and skills
with theoretical and design fundamentals in Marine Engineering
and Naval Architecture.
For those working in the marine industry, it will enhance their
competence and capability in marine design, ship survey,
superintendent-related work, project supervision, and general
management. It will also provide related engineering graduates
with an opportunity to make an inroad into the marine industry
and could improve their career prospect.
Career Prospects
The Singapore marine industry has an annual turnover of about
$4 billion. In the ship repair business, Singapore commands
about 20% of the global ship repair market for ocean-going
vessels. In the FPSO (Floating Production, Storage and Offloading)
repair, upgrading and conversion business, with about two-thirds
of the global market share, Singapore is the leading centre in
the world. In the building of jack-up rigs, with a world-wide
market share of 60%, Singapore is also the global leader. In
such a thriving industry, a graduate possessing advanced
qualifications in marine engineering and naval architecture has
a very bright career prospect.
Assessment DECK OFFICERS
Modules will be assessed by in-course assignments, class tests,
CLASS 2 & 1 COMBINED DECK OFFICER CERTIFICATE
and semestral examinations.
OF COMPETENCY
This is a full-time 20-week (5 months) combined Class 1 & 2
COURSE MODULES
Deck Officers course. It will lead to Class 2 & 1 Certificates of
Year One Hours Competency (CoC), issued by the Maritime and Port Authority
(MPA) of Singapore upon successful completion of written
Stage 1A examinations at SMA and oral examinations at MPA. The course
MS7921 Mathematics 1 30 meets the requirements of STCW 95 and is highly recognised
MA6001 Marine Thermofluids 30 by the international shipping industry. There are two intakes per
MA6002 Naval Architecture 30 year, in April and September.
MA6005 Marine Structures 30
Besides the main course contents and written examinations,
Stage 1B the following mandatory short courses are included:
MS7922 Mathematics 2 30 • Shipboard Training and Assessment Course
MA6003 Marine Dynamics and Hydrodynamics 30 • Navigation Control Course
MA6004 Marine Engineering Systems Performance 15
MA6006 Resistance and Propulsion 30 Candidates need to pay for the following mandatory and
MA601Y Ship Design and Project Work 15 other courses:
• Medical Care Onboard (Fees: S$144.20)
Year Two • Advanced Fire-Fighting (Fees: S$515) **

Stage 2A **All candidates who completed this course at Class 3/2 Deck
MA6007 Engineering Materials 30 Officer CoC level will be exempted.
MA6008 Marine Production and Management 30
MA6009 Modelling the Marine Environment 30 Course Duration: 5 months
MA601Z Ship Design and Project Work 30 Course Intake: May and November
Course Fees: S$6,500 + 5% GST
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Diploma in Marine Engineering, a Diploma COURSE MODULES
in Shipbuilding & Offshore Technology, a Diploma in Marine and
Offshore Technology, or a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. Candidates must successfully complete the following
Those with CoC Class 1 (Engr) or equivalent qualifications from modules at SMA:
recognised institutions may also be considered.
MA 2020 Navigation
MA 2021 Meteorology & Compass
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE OF
MA 2022 Ship Handling & Simulator
COMPETENCY COURSES MA 2023 Marine Plant & Propulsion
The Academy conducts regular full time and part-time courses MA 2024 Cargowork
for Deck Officers and Marine Engineers of the Merchant Navy. MA 2025 Ship Stability & Ship Construction
The courses lead to the award of internationally recognised MA 2026 Maritime Law & Personnel Management
Certificates of Competency issued by the Maritime and Port
Authority of Singapore (MPA). All prospective candidates for Assessment
these courses are advised to get their sea time and relevant Modules will be assessed either in-course and/or by means of
testimonials assessed and eligibility confirmed by the Shipping semestral examinations.
Division, MPA, prior to enrolment into the course.
Entry Requirements
Director, Shipping Division Class 3 (Deck) Certificate of Competency or equivalent.
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore
21st Storey, PSA Building Sea Service Requirements
460 Alexandra Road 36 months from Class 3 or watch keeping level to Class 1;
Singapore 119963 OR 12 months from Class 3 to Class 2 and 24 months
Tel : (65) 6375 6222 thereafter; OR 12 months after Class 2, if sailed as chief
Fax : (65) 6375 6231 officer immediately after Class 2, otherwise sea service
www.mpa.gov.sg is pro-rated.

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 Experienced staff with many years of industry experience teach and guide students.

PREPARATORY COURSE FOR CLASS 1 COC (DECK) Entry Requirements

ORALS AND SHIPHANDLING Candidates must:
This 2-week course prepares the candidate for the Class
1 CoC Orals examination conducted by the Maritime and • have completed their Class 2 & 1 Deck written
Port Authority (MPA) of Singapore. The course is approved examinations conducted by Singapore Polytechnic
by the MPA. (approved by the Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore)
• be in possession of a Class 2 Certificate of
Competency Deck (approved by the Maritime & Port
Course Duration: 2 weeks
Authority of Singapore)
Course Intake: 9 January 2006, 24 April 2006, 10 July
• meet the sea service requirements of the Maritime &
2006, 16 October 2006
Port Authority of Singapore for the issue of the Class
Course Fees: S$ 1400 + 5% GST 1 CoC Deck.
S$ 300
(Orals and Simulator-Aided Examination For enquiry of sea-service, candidates are advised to write to:
Fees conducted by MPA)
Training Standards Department,
COURSE MODULES Training Division, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore,
460 Alexandra Road, #21-00 PSA Building,
Candidates must successfully complete the following
Singapore 119963.
modules at SMA:
Fax: (65) 63756231
www.mpa.gov.sg
Module 1 Ship Handling – Simulator
Module 2 Oral Assessment Support CLASS 3 DECK OFFICER CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY
This is a full-time course of 18 weeks duration. The course
Assessment meets the requirements of STCW95 and is highly recognised
Candidates will be assessed by MPA in the CoC Class 1 by the international shipping industry. There are two intakes per
Oral Examination. year, in April and September.
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Candidates need to successfully complete the written successful completion of written examinations at SMA and
examinations conducted by the Singapore Polytechnic and pass oral examinations at MPA. Courses meet the requirements
the orals conducted by MPA for the award of Class 3 Deck of STCW 95 Convention of IMO.
Officer Certificate of Competency (CoC).
Course Duration: 5 months
Course Duration: 18 weeks Course Intake: April and October
Course Intake: May and November Course Fees: S$6,500 + 5% GST
Course Fees: S$6,000 + 5% GST
The course fees will cover the main course, written examinations
COURSE MODULES and following mandatory short course:
• Shipboard Training and Assessment Course
Candidates must successfully complete the following
modules at SMA: Candidates need to pay for the following mandatory and
other courses:
MA0525 Ship Operations • Medical Care Onboard (Fees: S$299.25)†
MA0542 Practical Navigation • Advanced Fire-Fighting (Fees: S$525.00)†**
MA0543 Coastal Navigation • CoC 2 & 1 Part A (Fees: S$810.00/ S$582.40) † ,
MA0544 General Ship Knowledge if not exempted
MA0545 Meteorology
MS7341 Mathematics 2 † Course fees subject to change
MS7452 Applied Science ** All candidates who completed this course at Class 5 Engineer
CoC level will be exempted.
Assessment COURSE MODULES
Modules will be assessed either in-course and/or by means of
semestral examinations. Candidates must successfully complete the following modules
at Part B level at SMA:
Entry Requirements
MA 3016 Engineering Knowledge (Motor)
Sea Service Requirements - It is open to candidates with the
MA 3017 Engineering Knowledge (General)
requisite 36 months sea-time or as approved by MPA.
MA 3018 Electrotechnology & Electronics
MA 3022 Naval Architecture and Ship Construction
MARINE ENGINEER OFFICERS
CLASS 2 & 1 COMBINED ENGINEER OFFICER Assessment
CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY (PART B) Modules will be assessed either in-course and/or by means of
This Combined Class 2 & 1 Engineer Officers course will lead semestral examinations.
to Class 2 & 1 Certificate of Competency (CoC), issued by
the Maritime & Port Authority (MPA) of Singapore, upon Entry Requirements
Diploma in Marine Engineering or its equivalent and Class 5
certificate of competency or its equivalent from a recognised
maritime administration.

Sea Service Requirements

• 18 months after Class 5 Engineer CoC or its equivalent to
qualify for Class 2 Engineer CoC
• 18 months after Class 2 Engineer CoC to qualify for Class
1 Engineer CoC

CLASS 2 & 1 COMBINED PART A ENGINEER OFFICER

CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY
Candidates must complete the following modules at Part A level
at SMA to qualify for the issuance of Class 2 Engineer and/or
Class 1 Engineer CoC, if not exempted by MPA, Singapore:

MA 3024 Marine Engineering Drawing & Design

MA 3025 Mathematics
Broad range of part-time and tailor-made courses available for MA 3026 Mechanics
companies to upgrade their staff. MA 3027 Heat
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 This Class 2 & 1 Combined Part A course is offered as a Distance Entry Requirements
Learning Programme (DLP) Eligibility letter from the MPA, Singapore.

Course Fees: S$810.00† + 5% GST (DLP) 22-W E E K GR A D U ATE ME C H A N IC A L E N GINEER

PROGRAMME (A CONVERSION COURSE FOR GRADUATE
† Course fees subject to change MECHANICAL ENGINEERS)
The aim of this course is to educate and train engineers with
PREPARATORY COURSE FOR CLASS 1 COC Degrees in Mechanical Engineering from recognised universities
in accordance with the Reg. III/1 of STCW 1995 Convention.
(ENGR) ORALS
Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) will issue Class
This 4-week course prepares the candidate for the Class 1 CoC
5 Engineer Certificate of Competency on successful completion
Orals examination conducted by the Maritime and Port Authority
of this course and completion of subsequently required sea
(MPA) of Singapore. It also aims to develop competence to take
service and oral examination. This conversion course creates
on the responsibility of a Chief Engineer of a ship in accordance
an opportunity for degree holding Mechanical Engineers to make
with STCW 95 Convention.
a transition toward successful careers as Marine Engineers in
the shipping industry.
Course Duration: 4 weeks
Course Intake: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jul, Aug ,Sep, Oct Course Duration: 22 weeks
Course Fees: $1650 + 5% GST Course Intake: April and September
S$175 (Orals and Simulator-Aided Examination Course Fees: S$2,900† + 5% GST
Fees conducted by MPA)
† Course fees subject to change
COURSE MODULES
Programme Content
Candidates must successfully complete the following
• Bench Fitting, Machining and Welding
modules at SMA:
• General Ship Knowledge
• Marine Engineering at Management Level
• Diesel Propulsion Plant
• Electrical, Electronic and Control Engineering at the • Engine auxiliary System
Management Level • Auxiliary Boiler
• Maintenance and Repair at the Management level • Auxiliary Machinery
• Controlling the Operation of the Ship and Care for Persons • Mandatory Short Courses in accordance with STCW 95
Onboard at the Management Level Convention at Operation Level
• Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements
Entry Requirements
Assessment • Degree in Mechanical Engineering from recognised universities.
Candidates will be assessed by MPA in the CoC Class 1 • Eligibility letter from the MPA, Singapore.
Oral Examination.
SHORT-COURSES
Entry Requirements
• Class 2 (Engr) CoC The Academy also regularly conducts a number of ‘mandatory’
• Approved sea-going service on ships powered by main STCW95 and other short-courses for the maritime industry. The
propulsion machinery of 3,000kW propulsion power or more. contents of these courses, where required, meet the STCW95
requirements and the completion of some of these courses is
• Eligible to appear for Class1 COC orals conducted by MPA
a pre-requisite for issue of certificates of competency.
CLASS 5 (MEO) CERTIFICATE OF COMPETENCY
General information on some of the important short-courses
The full time course prepares candidates with required sea
is provided below, however, for more details on entry
service to appear for the Class 5 Engineer CoC Oral Examinations
requirements, course schedules and other updated information
conducted by the MPA, Singapore.
please log-on to the Singapore Maritime Academy website:
www.sma.sp.edu.sg , or contact our short-courses staff
Course Duration: 2 weeks on telephone No.: + (65) 67721817 during working hours
Course intake: January, March, May, July, September and (Mon – Fri).
November
Course fees: S$1,442† + 5% GST 1. Medical First Aid Onboard Ship (STCW95 VI/4 para 1)
This course aims at providing ship officers with a basic knowledge
† Course fees subject to change of the principles and practice of first aid. Participants will learn
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resuscitation and CPR techniques, the treatment of common
injuries that could occur on board ships and the treatment of
common ailments. In addition, they will be taught procedures
to be followed in the transportation and handling of patients and
in seeking Radio-medical advice.
The possession of a valid Medical First Aid Certificate is
mandatory for the issue of all Classes of Engineering CoC and
Class 3 (Deck) CoC.
2. Medical Care Onboard Ship (STCW95 VI/4 para 2)
This course aims to provide every seafarer, who is designated
to be in charge of medical care on board ship, to apply first aid
in the event of an accident or illness on board and to be able
to provide medical care to the sick and the injured while they
remain on board and be able to participate in co-coordinated
schemes for medical assistance to ships.
The possession of a valid Medical Care Certificate is
mandatory for the issue of Class 1 and 2 (Deck) Certificates
of Competency. Applicants for the Medical Care Onboard
Ship Course must hold a Class 3 (Deck) or Class 5 (Engineering)
Certificate of Competency and a valid recognised Prof. in
Medical First Aid Certificate (or equivalent).
3. Navigation Control Course (STCW95 II/2 para 2.2)
The course is essentially practical and consists of a series
of exercises performed on a Navigation Simulator. It aims
at providing training for the maintenance of safe navigation
through the use of radar and ARPA and modern navigation
systems to assist command decision-making. At the end
of the training participants shall be able to plan, organise
and manage a bridge team and, show proficiency in the
use of marine radar and ARPA for navigation and collision
avoidance, and for the co-ordination & execution of a
‘search and rescue operation’.
The possession of a Navigation Control Course (NCC) Certificate
is mandatory for the issue of Class 2 (Deck) and Class 1 (Deck)
Certificates of Competency.
All applicants must possess a Radar Observer Certificate, or
ENS Certificate or have a valid Harbour Pilot's licence.
4. Tanker Familiarisation Course (STCW95 V/1 para 1.2)
The course is designed to meet the training requirements
of paragraph 1.2 of Reg.V/1 of STCW 95, which is applicable
to persons who are likely to be assigned specific duties
and responsibilities related to cargo or cargo equipment
on board any tanker (but not with immediate responsibility).
The course introduces to participants the possible dangers
to human life and the environment from accidents involving
tankers carrying petroleum, liquid chemicals or liquefied
gas cargoes in bulk. The course also familiarises participants
with the cargo handling equipment, systems and procedures
on board different types of tankers, the characteristics and
hazards of their cargoes, basic safety and emergency procedures,
and pollution prevention.
Participants for this course are expected to be above 16
years of age, have basic working knowledge of English and
ship terminology.
5. Advanced Tanker Safety Courses (a separate course
each for Oil, Chemical and Liquefied Gas Tankers –
STCW95 V/1 para 2.2)
Each of these three courses is designed to meet the shore-
based training requirements of paragraph 2.2 of Reg. V/1 of
STCW 95 - appropriate to the type of tanker. The course provides
specialised training at an advanced level for seafarers likely to
be assigned duties as Master, Chief Engineer Officer, Chief
Officer, Second Engineer Officer, or for persons with immediate
responsibility for cargo operations on board the type of tanker
that they are likely to serve.
The Entry Requirement for these Courses include:
• the completion of an approved Tanker Familiarisation Course
(at least covering the training requirements of STCW 95
Reg. V/1, paragraph 1.2);
OR
• have at least 3 months sea-service on board any tanker.
The possession of an Advanced Tanker Safety Course
Certificate is one of the requirements towards the issue of an
appropriate Dangerous Cargo Endorsement(s) under the
Merchant Shipping (Deck Officers) and (Marine Engineer
Officers) Regulations.
a) Advanced Oil Tanker Safety
The course content covers oil tanker safety regulations and
codes of practice, design and equipment of oil tankers,
cargo characteristics, oil tanker operations, safety measures
during repairs or maintenance, emergency operations and
pollution control.
b) Advanced Chemical Tanker Safety
The course content covers chemical tanker safety regulations
and codes of practice, design and equipment of chemical tankers,
cargo characteristics, chemical tanker operations, safety measures
during repairs or maintenance, emergency operations and
pollution control.
c) Advanced Liquefied Gas Tanker Safety
The course content covers liquefied gas tanker safety
regulations and codes of practice, practical gas tanker fire-
fighting, chemistry and physics related to gas cargoes,
health hazards, cargo containment, cargo-handling systems,
ship operating procedures, safety practices and equipment,
emergency procedures and general principles of cargo
operations. Participants must also be medical fit
to undertake strenuous gas fire-fighting training.
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6. GMDSS Global Maritime Distress & Safety System
General Operator’s Certificate of Competency (GOC)
(STCW95 IV/2 para 1.0)
This course provides students with knowledge and skills in
maritime communications and the ability to operate a maritime
mobile communication station. The proper use of
communication equipment is emphasised via hands-on
simulation. Contents include international radio regulations,
SOLAS regulation, radio telephony theory & practical, satellite
communication and search & rescue communications and
procedures. It will lead to a GMDSS General Operator’s
Certificate of Competency (for all sea areas) issued by the
Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore.
Candidates for this course must be at least 18 years of age,
have basic computer skills, a good working knowledge of English,
have no serious impediment of speech, hearing or sight and
preferably possess 6 months of sea-service.
7. GMDSS Global Maritime Distress & Safety System
Restricted Operator’s Certificate of Competency (ROC)
(STCW95 IV/2 para 1.0)
This course provides students with knowledge and skills
in maritime communication and the ability to operate a
maritime mobile communication station on board. It will
lead to a GMDSS Restricted Operator’s Certificate of
Competency (for sea Area 1 only) issued by the Infocomm
Development Authority of Singapore.
Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, have basic computer
skills, a good working knowledge of English, have no serious
impediment of speech, hearing or sight, and preferably have 6
months of sea-service.
8. Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boat (other than Fast
Rescue Boat) (STCW95 VI/2 para 1)
This course provides training to ensure that participants are
able to launch and take charge of a survival craft or rescue
boat (other than a fast rescue boat), operate the survival craft
engine, manage survivors and use locating devices. The
certificate, issued by the Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore,
is mandatory for the issue of Certificates of Competency Class
3 (Deck) and for the issue of any Class of Marine Engineering
Certificate of Competency.
Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, have basic working
knowledge of English, have at least 6-months service on any
ship, a basic knowledge of ship terminology and be physically
and medically fit for strenuous training activity, including entry
into water from a height.
9. Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boat (other than Fast
Rescue Boat) - Bridging Course
This course is intended for seafarers who have passed
the Proficiency in Survival Craft course under STCW78
rules (or Lifeboatman’s under earlier rules) and need to
upgrade to STCW95 requirements by attending this
special short course. Particular emphasis will be placed
on proficiency of rescue boats (other than fast rescue
boats). Candidates may be screened for suitability prior
to entry.
10. Familiarisation Training (STCW95 Code Section A VI/1
para 1)
This course familiarises participants in the preliminary
essentials of safety and personal survival in relation to
fire and other emergencies on board ships, according to
the stipulated requirements.
Participants must be at least 16 years of age and have basic
working knowledge of English.
11. Basic Safety Training (STCW95 Code Section A VI/1 para 2)
This training consists of four modules (Personal Safety
& Social Responsibility; Fire Prevention & Fire-Fighting;
Elementary First Aid; and Personal Survival Techniques),
w h i c h m a y b e t a k e n s e p a r a t e l y. I t a i m s t o t r a i n
participants in the basic concepts, principles and
techniques of personal survival, fire-prevention, fire-
fighting, elementary first aid, personal safety and social
responsibilities on board merchant ships, according to
the stipulated requirements.
This training is intended for most new entrants to the merchant
navy, and participants must be at least 16 years of age, physical
& medically fit for strenuous activity and have basic working
knowledge of English.
12. Advanced Fire Fighting at Sea (STCW95 VI/3 para 1)
A trainee successfully completing this course will, in the
event of a fire on board a ship, be able to take command,
organise the personnel effectively and control the fire-
fighting operations using those techniques in which he has
been trained. He will have also acquired knowledge of fire
prevention and an ability to inspect and maintain the fire-
extinguishing systems and equipment.
Participants must possess a valid ‘Fire Prevention & Fire
Fighting Course’ certificate or equivalent (under STCW95
Reg.VI/1), be physically and medically fit and have good
working knowledge of English. This course is required
for all Classes of Deck and Marine Engineering Certificates
of Competency.
13. Advanced Fire Fighting at Sea - Bridging Course
This course is intended for Singapore Certificate of Competency
(CoC) or Certificate of Service (CoS) holders who have
completed a Basic Fire-fighting Course conducted by
PSA/NMA and need to upgrade to the Advanced Fire-Fighting
course under STCW95 requirements.
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 Participants must be physically and medically fit and have good
working knowledge of English
Fire-fighting skills to equip students for shipboard emergencies.
14. Shipboard Training and Assessment (STCW95 I/6 para 1.2)
The course provides knowledge for conducting training and
assessment. At the end of the course, participants should be
able to explain and demonstrate the concepts and techniques
of shipboard training and assessment and to apply them
effectively on board ship.
Participants should be holders of Class 1, 2, 4 & 5 Deck,
or Local Trade Master, or Class 1, 2 & 5 MEO Certificates
of Competency.
15. Class 1 CoC Orals Preparatory Course for Marine Engineers
The Course is intended to prepare candidates for Class 1 Marine
Engineering Officers CoC orals examination and develop
competence to take on the responsibilities of Chief Engineer
Officer in accordance with the STCW 95 Convention.
Candidates for this course should hold a Class 2 Engineer
CoC and have approved sea-going service on ships powered
by main propulsion machinery of 3,000kW propulsion power
or more. They should also confirm their eligibility to appear
for the Class 1 Engineer CoC Orals with the Maritime & Port
Authority of Singapore (MPA).
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16. Class 1 CoC Orals & Shiphandling Preparatory Course for
Deck Officers
The Course is intended to prepare candidates for Class 1 Deck
Officers CoC orals examination and develop competence to
take on the responsibilities of a Master in accordance with the
STCW 95 Convention.
Candidates for this course should hold a Class 2 Certificate of
Competency Deck, have completed their Class 2 & 1 Deck
written examinations conducted by Singapore Polytechnic and
meet the sea service requirements of the Maritime & Port Authority
of Singapore for the issue of the Class 1 CoC Deck.
17. Class 2/1 Marine Engineer Officer Re-validation (STCW I/11
para 1.2)
The course is intended for those holding Singapore Class 2 or
Class 1 Marine Engineer Officer certificates of competency, or
certificates of service, issued prior to 1 April 1998 and require
to undergo this training to update their knowledge to meet the
requirements of Section A-III/2 of the STCW95 Code. The
course shall, amongst others, include changes to national and
international regulations concerning the safety of life at sea and
the protection of the marine environment.
18. Crowd Management & Safety Training for Passenger Ships
– other than Ro-Ro passenger ships (STCW V/3 para 4 & 6)
The course is intended for all personnel on passenger ships,
other than Ro-Ro passenger ships, who are required to provide
direct services to passengers or designated to assist passengers
in emergency situations.
Candidates for this course should have completed basic
safety training under STCW VI/1 or safety familiarization training
under STCW V/3.
19. Crisis Management, Human Behaviour & Safety for Passenger
Ships – other than Ro-Ro passenger ships (STCW V/3
para 7 & 8)
The course is intended for those likely to become Masters
or senior officers on passenger ships, other than Ro-Ro
passenger ships.
Candidates for this course should hold a Deck or Marine
Engineer Officer certificate of competency of any class.
20. Specialised Training Course for the Operational Use of ECDIS
This course is intended to provide thorough training in the basic
theory and proper use of Electronic Chart Display and Information
Systems (ECDIS) for those who will be in charge of a navigational
watch, on vessels equipped with ECDIS, in order to enhance
navigational safety. The training will include (amongst others)
the safe operation of ECDIS equipment; a thorough knowledge
of the Electronic Navigational Chart (ENC) & its use with
navigation sensors; the interpretation and proper use of ECDIS
related information, and the knowledge of the capability &
limitations of ECDIS as an aid to navigation. The syllabus for
this course exceeds the requirements of IMO model Course
No.1.27 and training is conducted on SMA’s newly equipped
10-bridge-station ECDIS Simulator.
Candidates for this course should not be less than 18 years of
age and they must hold a Certificate of Competency as a
Navigating Officer, OR be Deck Cadets who have satisfactorily
completed an approved Electronic Navigations Systems Course
(ENS), and, preferably have participated in supervised Bridge
Watchkeeping duties for at least 6 months, and have adequate
working knowledge of English (spoken & written).
21. ECDIS – Appreciation Course
The syllabus is designed to give an appreciation on the Operational
Use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS).
Participants will also be provided with relevant exposure to the
ECDIS equipment at the Academy’s modern ECDIS Simulator.
22. Electronic Navigation Systems
The course aims to meet the requirements of STCW95
Reg II/1 para 5 by providing those who are likely to
become officers in charge of a navigational watch, with
training for the maintenance of a safe navigational watch
through the use of Radar, ARPA and use of electronic
systems of position fixing and navigational systems
including the use of echo-sounders, and compasses.
T h e e l e c t ro n i c n a v i g a t i o n a i d s s i m u l a t o r s w i l l b e
extensively used to allow the officers to develop essential
skills in handling radar, ARPA and other navigational aids.
Entry to the course is open to candidates of 18 years and
over, possessing at least 12 months deck sea service, and
having a good working knowledge of English.
23. Electronic Navigation Systems – Bridging Course
Intended for seafarers with at least 12 months deck sea
service and completed a Radar Observers or Radar
Interpretation course approved under the previous rules.
A full Electronic Navigation Systems Certificate would be
issued to those who, after meeting the entry requirements,
satisfactorily complete this course.
Candidates should have a good working knowledge of English.
LABORATORIES/WORKSHOPS
The resources in the academy have been designed and developed
to provide a broad-based, practice-oriented learning environment
and are equipped with the latest technology. They are established
to complement and reinforce academic studies with focus on
practice and application.
The Engineering Skills Workshop is equipped with a range of
hand tools, machine tools and gas and electric arc welding
equipment. It serves to teach the following :
• Use of a wide range of machine tools.
• Use of gas and electric arc welding systems.
• Bench fitting using a range of hand tools.
The Electrical Laboratory is equipped with modular work stations.
It also houses an operational marine switchboard served by two
generator sets. They support the learning of the following:
• Characteristics and principles of operation of electrical
machines
• Power generation and distribution on board ship
• Reading of electrical diagrams
• Operation of different types of motor starter
• Electrical measurements
• Elecrtical fitting skill
• Electrical fault diagnosis
• Characteristics of analogue electronic components.
The Thermo-mechanics Laboratory is designed to enhance
the classroom learning experience and is composed of
three laboratories:
i) Energy Management Laboratory
• Aids the learning of the fundamentals of fluid mechanics in
pumps and pumping systems.
• Aids the learning of the thermodynamic performance of
piston compressors, heat engines, refrigerating and air-
conditioning plants
ii) Mechanics Laboratory
• Analysis of static and dynamic mechanical system using
simple mechanisms and simulated machines.
• Analysis of material strength and characteristics under tension,
bending and torsional conditions.
iii) Fuel & Lube-Oil Laboratory
• Analysis of physical behaviour and chemical characteristics
of typical marine fuels and lube-oils.
The Occupational Safety and Health Laboratory provides an
environment for the study of the fundamentals in shipboard
safety particularly in the areas of fire fighting and personal safety.
Realistic installations and equipment of the latest design are in
use. It is developed to support courses in:
• Basic fire fighting (principles and practice)
• Advanced fire fighting (strategy and tactics)
• Shipboard safety management
• Air Sampling & Analysis
• Hazardous Materials Incident Response
• Industrial Hygiene and Industrial safety
• Occupational Ergonomics
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 The Control Engineering Laboratory is used for reinforcing
classroom lectures through practical experiments in the
following areas:
• Process measurement and calibration of transducers
• Single and multi-loop process control and analysis
• Computer-based real-time process monitoring and
advanced control
• Programmable logic controller and alarm circuit
• Basic digital electronics
• Industrial electro-pneumatics
• Trouble-shooting and diagnosis of faults in control systems
• Interfacing the PC to the outside world
The Marine Workshop provides a learning environment similar
to that found in power generation plants. It is equipped with
heavy machinery to support the following learning objectives:
• Exposure to the practicalities of handling large and
heavy equipment
• Hands-on experience and application of theoretical principles
• Teamwork and group activity while performing operations
and maintenance functions
• Assimilation of safe working practices while handling
heavy equipment
• Exposure to machinery condition-monitoring equipment
and systems
• Exposure to diagnostics and maintenance management
The Full Mission Engine Room Simulator is built on specifications
based on a large tanker and is set up in a three-level purpose
built complex. It is the only simulator in the world that mimics
exactly the environment of the Engine Room (ie. It constitutes
the machinery space, engine control room, emergency control
station, steering gear compartment, tank-top space). It is also
the only one that is fitted with an actual ship’s main diesel engine.
This state-of-the-art electronic Engine Room Simulator will provide
more realistic simulation training for marine engineers. The
simulator is also equipped with a realistic surround sound system
to simulate engine noise.
It is built to support the following learning objectives:
• Exposure to the latest techniques in data acquisition,
presentation and control
• Interactive experience with fully integrated and dynamic
systems
• Familiarisation with operational routines and procedures
• Team work
• Process analysis and condition and performance monitoring
• Failure management and loss prevention
• Man-machine interfacing
The Poly Marina on the ‘West Coast’ waterfront is equipped
with sailing and powered craft and has facilities for training
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in practical seamanship, proficiency in survival craft and
other related marine courses. It also houses the Academy’s
42’ Grand Banks
The Full-Mission Ship-handling Simulator consists of
4 Navigating Bridges, Instructor Station and
Briefing/Debriefing Room. The bridges have a horizontal
field of view (HFOV) 240 are fully equipped with the latest
navigational equipment. The main bridge is fully equipped
with state-of-the-art Computer Generated Image (CGI)
system to create a highly realistic environment using
improved technology of single lens DLP (Digital Light
Processing) projectors. The remaining 3 bridges are
equipped with 240 HFOV plasma visuals. In addition to
facilitating R&D in the field of navigation, the simulator
also facilitates the following areas of training:
• Basic bridge work for cadets
• Basic operation, capabilities, errors, limitations of ENS
• Use of Radar, ARPA and other navigational aids
• Bridge team work
• Shiphandling
• Bridge resource management
• Navigation Control
The GMDSS Laboratory consists of a PC-based full mission
simulation system of 10 Maritime Mobile Stations Ship, 1 Instructor
cum Coast Stations. All the stations simulate the full range of
communication and distress alerting equipment and functions.
The system meets the training needs of the GMDSS GOC and
ROC courses as required by STCW 95.
The Maritime I.T. Laboratory is equipped with the latest ship
management software programmes. Also, students can access
the on-line Portnet and Tradenet Systems.
The Boiler House provides a learning environment similar to that
found in steam generation plants. It is equipped with two
operational boilers and other steam teaching aids to support
the following learning objectives:
• Operations of shipboard auxiliary boilers
• Familiarisation of various boiler mountings
• Familiarisation of modern boiler controls
• Practices for safe and economic operations of steam systems
The Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator (LCHS) models the cargo
and ballast handling system/s of existing and modern tankers,
their relevant auxiliaries, and the terminal facilities and processes
required for tanker safety operations.
The LCHS has the overall ability and capacity to provide simulation,
through the use of computer software models, covering all the
processes in relation to existing and modern liquid cargo-handling
system, cargo vapour recovery system and ballast handling
systems, and other related auxiliary systems, for the types of Positioning System. It integrates the Electronic Navigation
ships and and tanker terminals stated below : Chart required for the ship's operation with other key
navigation equipment, such as radar overlay. ECDIS is
a) Multi-grade VLCC gaining popularity among major shipowners. It is envisaged
b) Multi-grade Petroleum Product Tanker that this system will eventually replace the need for paper
c) Multi-grade Chemical Tanker charts for most ships.
d) LNG Tanker

The simulator can provide the trainee with all the relevant
The Liquid Cargo Handling Simulator
critical cues and will enhance their awareness of the need
for proper and safe procedures at all times when carrying can provide the trainee with all the
out the various operations on board tanker. These relevant critical cues and will enhance
simulations of real-tanker models will enhance their ability
their awareness of the need for proper
to make decisions when experiencing operational problems
and solving them, thus promoting safety and protecting and safe procedures at all times
the environment. when carrying out the various
operations on board ships. These
The Electronic Navigation Centre has an Electronic Chart
and Display Information Systems (ECDIS) that includes an simulations of real-life models will
instructor station connected to 10 individual workstations enhance their ability to make
(Bridges). Apart from the ECDIS, the system contains some
decisions when experiencing
common shipboard Electronic Navigation Aids and is also
capable of desktop ship handling simulation. operational problems and solving
them, thus promoting safety and
Through the ECDIS a vessel's 'own ship's position' is
protecting the environment.
automatically displayed through updates from the Global

Marine Engine Simulator provides realistic training.

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