New – Approved Engine Course (AEC) Launched at SMT

Stream Marine Training in partnership with Encompass Maritime are pleased to announce the launch the MCA accredited, Approved Engine Course.

The Approved Engine Course meets the requirements of the DfT Codes of Practice for the safety of small commercial, motor and sailing vessels. The entry criteria are over 18 years old with at least one month’s sea time in any ranking.

The course content is as follows:

A 30 hour practical course dismantling marine engines and auxiliaries to obtain component exposure and create a full appreciation and understanding of the working principles. This will include basic maintenance, legislation, safety, good practice, housekeeping and reduction of fire hazards. The aim is to provide familiarisation, confidence and ability to diagnose and repair defects in operational machinery.

This AEC qualification will permit the holder to serve as Chief Engineer on vessels over 24m less than 200 GT with a maximum main propulsion power of 1500 kW at a maximum range of 60 miles from a safe haven. OR: – Second Engineer on vessels less than 200 GT with max. 3000 kW power – at a maximum range of 150 miles from a safe haven.

For a full syllabus on this can be found on our website www.streammarinetraining.com

The first course will commence on Monday 13th June, with more dates following on our website and Yotspot.

To book please contact bookings@streammarinetraining.com or call +44 141 212 8777