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Requirement of passing the MEO CL IV (Part A) prior to undergoing mandatory 6 months sea-service as a Trainee Marine Engineer.

Applicable to: Engineering Branch, Nautical Branch, Naval Architecture Branch, and Training Institutions
Effective Date: 2014-04-25

Key Changes and Requirements

1. MEO Class IV Part A Examination Requirement

The requirement to pass MEO Class IV Part A examinations before undergoing the mandatory 6-month sea service as a Trainee Marine Engineer has been relaxed.

  • Eligible candidates: may now undertake the mandatory onboard training without passing MEO Class IV Part A examinations.
  • Mandatory: passing MEO Class IV Part A examination before appearing for MEO Class IV Part B examination.
Note:  This circular supersedes all previous instructions on the subject.
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