Captain of a Ship: Nautical Engineering School Options

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The discussion centers on the educational pathway to becoming a ship captain, specifically addressing the need for a master mariner's license. Participants highlight that aspiring captains must obtain various licenses and certificates progressively. Notable institutions mentioned include Maine Maritime Academy, which offers comprehensive training in maritime systems such as propulsion and electrical distribution. The conversation emphasizes the importance of early planning for prospective students, particularly those in high school.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of maritime licensing requirements, including the master mariner's license.
  • Familiarity with nautical engineering concepts and maritime systems.
  • Knowledge of maritime training institutions and their curricula.
  • Awareness of the progression of qualifications needed to become a ship captain.
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  • Research the requirements for obtaining a master mariner's license.
  • Explore the curriculum and admission criteria of Maine Maritime Academy.
  • Investigate other maritime schools that offer specialized training for aspiring captains.
  • Learn about the various maritime systems, including propulsion and electrical distribution.
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High school students, aspiring maritime professionals, and anyone interested in pursuing a career as a ship captain or in nautical engineering.

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Is there another name for the course of being a captain of a ship? is it nautical engineering?

Any school in mind dat i can go to in the near future?
 
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chinchins said:
Is there another name for the course of being a captain of a ship? is it nautical engineering?

Any school in minds dat i can go to in the near future?

Hi chinchins! Welcome to PF! :smile:

I believe a captain needs a master mariner's license (or master's licence), but you need other licences or certificates first …

I think you have to work your way up, getting qualifications as you go.

There's some details at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Captain_(nautical) and http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Licensed_mariner and http://www.hcmm.org.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=97&Itemid=53

Which country are you from?
 
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thanks! :)

i am from the Philippines. studying in Cebu International School and I am in grade 11. I am asking coz i just want to get all my plans for college straighten up as early as possible so i won't be cramming and so that i can stil change my mind if i decide to but right now, my aim is to be a captain of a ship. a cruise ship more likely.

il check on d links. thanks for posting it. :)
 
There are schools that specialize in teaching mariners. Maine Maritime Academy is one of them, and a number of my friends graduated from there. By the time you graduate, you will have been educated (to one degree or another) in propulsion, power generation, electrical distribution, instrumentation, etc. Ships are like self-contained floating cities, and the students have to learn to operate all the systems on their training vessel.

http://www.mainemaritime.edu/
 

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