The study programme ensures the acquisition of the professional qualification of Senior/Second mechanic on ships with a main engine power of 3000 kW and more after obtaining the relevant length of service in the position of Engineer on Watch on ships with a main engine power of 750 kW and more, which complies with the European Parliament and Council Directive 2022/993 of June 8, 2022 on the minimum level of training for seafarers and the standards of the 1978 International Convention on the Training and Certification of Seafarers and Watchkeeping (as amended) (STCW).
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Department
Latvian Maritime Academy
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Programme type and level
Professional Bachelor (First Cycle) Studies
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Study field
Mechanics and Metal Processing, Heat Power Engineering, Heat Technology, and Mechanical Engineering
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Language
English
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Study form
Full-time studies
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Venue
Riga
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Awarded degree and qualification
Professional bachelor degree in maritime transport / marine engineer
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Required previous education
Secondary education
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Price per year
€ 3 570 - EU countries
€ 6 180 - Non EU countries |
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Credit point/ECTS amount
278/417
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Duration of studies
Full-time studies - 4.3 years
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Intake
Autumn
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To prepare a high-quality internationally recognized management-level specialist in the maritime industry who is able to carry out the management and operation of ship propulsion and associated engineering systems mechanisms, electrical, electronic and control systems on ships without limitation main propulsion machinery power, as well as able to perform technical maintenance and repair, taking care on ship and people safety and environmental protection. As well to develope skills for the operation related to the design, installation, improvement and creation of innovative solutions of the ship's power, mechanical, electrical and electronic equipment, devices and machines.
The tasks of the study programme:
- to develop students' abilities to understand and analyse the basics of ship engineering, as well as fundamental knowledge about the construction of a ship, its engineering equipment and systems, as well as development trends in this field;
- to provide students with the opportunity to learn various engineering technologies and software to analyse and model ship equipment and systems;
- to develop the ability to study and evaluate the engineering technologies used in shipbuilding, as well as the impact of their use on the environment and people;
- to ensure that students learn and learn to use a variety of instruments, tools and technologies to perform engineering analyses and assessments for repairs;
- to develop the business and management skills required to work as engineers in the marine engineering industry or to manage a company in the marine engineering field;
- to develop skills that include the ability to plan, organize and manage projects, as well as communicate effectively with other professionals and managers.
Marine engineer (management level) – Senior/Second Engineer on ships with a main engine power of 3000 kW and more on a seagoing ship can work on ships of Latvia, the European Union or other countries in international shipping. Can initially work as watch engineer (STCW A-III/1) and subsequently as second/chief engineer officer (STCW A-III/2 or A-III/3) on marine transport vessels (oil tankers, LPG tankers, passenger ships, container ships, bulk carriers, reefer ships, etc.), as well as on inland vessels, offshore vessels, fishing vessels and other vessels without restrictions on the power of the main engine. In addition, according to experience, it is possible to work in maritime, shipbuilding and repair, logistics and other industries that require an understanding of the operation and supervision of engineering systems and mechanisms.
Continue studies in a master's study programme by fulfilling the relevant admission requirements.
Pass medical examination of seafarers in accordance with the requirements of Cabinet Regulation No. 273 “Regulations regarding medical fitness of seafarers for work on a ship” adopted 3 June 2014.