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MEO Class III Chief Engineer (NCV) exam course
Chief Engineer (coastal). Chief Engineer Officer on ships of 750 to 3000 kW on near-coastal voyages.
MEO Class III Chief Engineer (NCV) is the Certificate of Competency you need to sail as Chief Engineer (coastal). It covers: Chief Engineer Officer on ships of 750 to 3000 kW on near-coastal voyages. Before you start: MEO Class III Second Engineer (NCV).
Sea service
- At least 12 months at sea after the MEO Class III Second Engineer (NCV) certificate.
Courses before the exam
- An approved Engineering Management course.
- An approved simulator training course.
The exam
- Examination and assessment by DGMA after the courses.
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).
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Source: MS (STCW) Rules 2014, Rule 43 · TEAP Part A, Section III/9 (DGMA). Course lengths and papers are as set out there; DGMA circulars can change them, so check the DGMA website before you book.