COC CLASS 1 MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER (ORALS)

(1) CoC Class 1 Marine Engineer Officer (Orals)

(2) CoC Class 2 & 1 Revalidation Course

COURSE AIMS
After obtaining Class 2 Engineer CoC, marine engineers sail as 3rd or 2nd Engineer for a period of 18 months. Some may sail even as 4th Engineer, mostly doing operations level work. To take on the responsibility at management level requires changing their mindset to think as a manager, make risk based decisions, build confidence to lead ship staff and update their knowledge. Class1 CoC Orals preparatory course has been developed in close cooperation of MPA, the CoC issuing authority, and the maritime Industry.

 


This course will prepare a candidate for COC Class1 orals exams and develop competence to take on the responsibility of a Chief Engineer of a ship in accordance with STCW 95 Convention.
Engineering
SUITABLE FOR2nd, 3rd or 4th Engineer who are willing to take on the responsibility at "management level".
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
  • Class 2 Engineer Singapore CoC & attended the combined CoC Class 1 & 2 course.
  • Approved sea-going service on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000kW propulsion power or more.
  • Eligible to appear for Class1 COC orals conducted by MPA

Candidates are advised to apply for the letter of eligibility online.

Click here to apply for Letter of Eligibility

 

Maritime & Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) email address is: coc@mpa.gov.sg

 

COURSE CONTENT

 

  1. Marine Engineering at Management Level
  2. Electrical, Electronic and Control Engineering at the Management Level
  3. Maintenance and Repair at the Management level
  4. Controlling the Operation of the Ship and Care for Persons Onboard at the Management Level
  5. Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements
 
Learning methodology- Guided Self Study
Unlike conventional full time instructor led courses, e.g. Class 1 & 2 COC which are run with class size of 40 students from 8AM to 5PM, COC Class 1 orals preparatory course for engineers has class size of minimum 6 and maximum 8 students. In order to keep the course fee viable for at least 6 participants the course is basically self study.

This "Guided self study course" makes extensive use of multimedia, case studies, problem solving discussions and notes.

This Guided self study course makes extensive use of multimedia, case studies, problem solving discussions and notes. A learning guide is provided to each candidate, which guides him through the course content in a systematic way. Lecturers are available to clarify any doubts at the end of the day. Students are responsible for their own learning.

By self study, a student acquires skills to search for information and understand the issues as expected from a Chief engineer. Students are advised to study and revise their COC Class 1&2 course notes (fundamentals) before signing up for Class 1 orals preparatory course.
MINIMUM CLASS SIZE6
COURSE COMMENCEMENT

Intakes 2025:


2nd Jan,
3rd Mar, 5th May, 7th Jul, 1st Sep, 3rd Nov 2025

 

DURATION4 weeks
COURSE FEES

 

S$1735 + 9% GST = S$1891.15

 

VENUESingapore Maritime Academy
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Assessments
Assessment Fees
Assessment of Sea Service
Visa Requirements
Candidates will be assessed by MPA.
Oral Exam Fees : S$175

Insurance
If overseas Students intend to bring their family along to Singapore, they must obtain overseas travel and medical insurance for their family agent before they depart for Singapore.

Visa
Upon payment of course fees, Singapore Polytechnic will issue a SOLAR ID for 3 month visa.
Visa extension is subject to Immigration s approval.
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE


Please Email:  Lalitha_Devi_S_SELVAM@sp.edu.sg for Registration.

  1. All successful applicants will be notified with a letter of confirmation via email.

  2. Withdrawal and Deferment

    Withdrawal and deferment notice must be made in writing to the Professional & Adult Continuing Education (PACE) Academy via email to pace@sp.edu.sg. For withdrawal cases, the portion of course fee to be refunded is based on the date of notice as follows:

    • 2 weeks before the commencement of the course - Full refund
    • Less than 2 weeks before commencement of the course - 70% refund
    • On or after date of commencement - No refund
    The Singapore Polytechnic reserves the right to cancel or postpone any of the courses. Applicants will be duly notified and where applicable, the full fees will be refunded.

    The Singapore Polytechnic also reserves the right to amend the fees charged or the period and duration of the courses.

    The data provided to Singapore Polytechnic will be kept strictly confidential and will be used for the purpose of course administration. The data may be passed on to the relevant organisations that require the information related to the course.

Enquiry on the course content, please email Mr. S Premanathan at s.prem@sp.edu.sg

TERMS & CONDITIONSClick Here for Terms and Conditions
AccomodationSingapore Polytechnic does not maintain hostel facilities.
Private apartments are available in the vicinity of the campus and rooms are rented out
at about S$400.00 per month based on twin-sharing.
Daily expenses are estimated at about S$10.00 per day.
CONTACT USFor General Enquiries contactus@sp.edu.sg

Course In Charge

Mr. S Premanathan
Senior Lecturer
Email: Premanathan_S@sp.edu.sg
Phone: + 65 6772 1773
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