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Restructuring of 4 years Degree Course and training requirement at MERI, Kolkata, affiliated to Jadhavpur University
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Course Restructuring and Training
The Marine Engineering & Research Institute (MERI), Kolkata, has restructured its 4-year B.E. degree course to include embedded training on board ships, aligning with STCW 95 requirements.
- Cadets' Training: Complete theoretical and basic training by the end of the 6th semester, followed by 6 months of practical afloat training on board ships.
- Basic Training Courses: Satisfactorily complete 4 basic training courses before proceeding to sea.
2. Shipping Companies' Obligations
Shipping companies must ensure cadets gain necessary knowledge and skills, recording it in the on board 'Training and Assessment Record' book, endorsed by the Chief Engineer Officer.
3. Eligibility for MEO Class IV
Upon successful completion of the 8th semester and degree award, cadets are eligible for MEO Class IV, Part ‘A’ exemption and can sit for MEO Class IV Part ‘B’ written and oral examinations without attending the MEO Class IV preparatory course.
Principal Officers are requested to expedite the issue of CDC to candidates through respective Shipping Masters to ensure cadets can join ships without delay.
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