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Instructions for class III COC holder who have minimum 2 yrs service as Chief Engineer under NCV area may be allowed to undergo 3 months course as per STCW 95 satisfactorily complete an approved 4 months course
Applicable to:
NCV Class III (Second Engineer) candidates
Effective Date:
19 December 2001
Superseded Circulars:
Instructions to Examiner Circular No. 025, Issue No. 00 dated 1st November 2000
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Course and Examination Changes
Candidates can now complete a 3-month course approved for MEO Class IV Part 'B' exam instead of the 4-month course for MEO Class III - Second Engineer Officer - NCV.
- Course Duration: 3 months (MEO Class IV Part 'B')
- Examination Level: Class III - Second Engineer Officer (NCV)
2. Temporary Exemption and Upgradation
Candidates with 2 years of service as Chief Engineer under NCV area can upgrade their certificates.
- Certificate Upgradation: Class II to Class III
- Service Limit: Up to 6000 KW (with service endorsement) or 3000 KW (without service endorsement)
II/4 Examination to be conducted at respective MMDs
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