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MEO Class II (NCV) exam course
Second Engineer (coastal). Second Engineer Officer on ships other than tankers of 3000 to 8000 kW on near-coastal voyages.
MEO Class II (NCV) is the Certificate of Competency you need to sail as Second Engineer (coastal). It covers: Second Engineer Officer on ships other than tankers of 3000 to 8000 kW on near-coastal voyages. Before you start: MEO Class IV.
Sea service
- At least 12 months as engineer officer in charge of an engineering watch.
- The Chief Engineer issues a watch-keeping certificate for this service.
Courses before the exam
- An approved four-month course.
The exam
- Part A, written: Marine Engineering Knowledge (General), Marine Engineering Knowledge (Motor), Marine Engineering Practice, Marine Electro-technology and Naval Architecture (3 hours each), and Ship's Safety, Environmental Protection and Personnel Care (2 hours).
- Part B: orals in all four functions.
DGMA (formerly DG Shipping) checks your sea service and course certificates before you sit. Exam dates and booking are on the DGMA website; written exams and orals are held at the Mercantile Marine Departments (MMDs).
After this certificate
Next is MEO Class I (NCV): 36 months as engineer officer, including 12 months with this certificate.
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Source: MS (STCW) Rules 2014, Rule 44 · TEAP Part A, Section III/10 (DGMA). Course lengths and papers are as set out there; DGMA circulars can change them, so check the DGMA website before you book.