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Navigation is an industry with a long tradition
In the thousands of years of human sailing experience
Summarize a complete set of marine personnel allocation system
That is the crew promotion route we are familiar with today!
Crew promotion Roadmap
I hope you can choose the right promotion route according to your personal conditions,
Find your ideal position.
The following are the entry and promotion conditions for each position
1. Meet the conditions for sailors (Mechanics) to apply for the examination
Sailors (Mechanics) applying for the examination shall generally meet the following conditions:
(1) Male, aged 18-35 years old, no record of bad behavior, love the cause of navigation.
(2) Junior high school or above, with a certain foundation of English.
(3) Height above 1.65, no color blindness, no color weakness, naked eye vision of no less than 1.0 for ship driving (third mate, sailor) and no less than 0.8 for Marine Engineering (third engineer, mechanic); No stuttering, no flat feet, normal liver function, no chronic diseases and infectious diseases, meeting the physical examination standards for seafarers.
1.1 how long is the training time for sailors (Mechanics)?
Answer: the training time for sailors (Mechanics) is generally 4 months. Professional training must be conducted in a training institution with corresponding qualifications designated by the State Maritime Safety Administration, and the specific training place shall be contacted by the crew company and the training institution.
1.2 can sailors (Mechanics) obtain various certificates after training? What is the elimination rate?
A: those who pass the interview can generally obtain various certificates. Those who fail to pass the exam will have the opportunity to take the make-up exam for many times. According to the sailors (Mechanics) recruited in the past, the elimination rate will not exceed 1%.
1.3 how long does the seaman (Mechanic) practice? How about the internship fee and salary?
A: the internship lasts 6 months. Interview when signing the agreement on internship fees and benefits.
1.4 what courses are offered for sailors' training?
Answer: basic safety, sailors on duty (main items: simulated bridge steering, signal flag identification, etc.), sailors' Technology (knot, cable skimming, high-altitude operation, steel wire inserting, etc.), maritime English, English listening and conversation.
1.5 what courses are offered for mechanic training?
Answer: basic safety, marine diesel engine, marine auxiliary engine, marine electrical, engine management, mechanic on duty (main items: diesel engine, auxiliary engine disassembly and main and auxiliary engine operation management), mechanic English, English listening and conversation, metalworking process (lathe, fitter, welder).
1.6 what are the responsibilities of sailors?
Answer: the sailors on duty are the support level personnel in the daily operation and work of the deck department. Mainly engaged in:
(1) The helmsman during sailing, berthing and unberthing, and also assists in lookout;
(2) Mooring and disembarking during berthing and unberthing;
(3) Understand the use of various marine signal lights and flags;
(4) Specific operation of daily repair and maintenance of deck department;
(5) Ship lifting and unloading crane and cabin opening and closing operation;
(6) Safe retraction of Headrace ladder and gangway ladder.
1.7 what are the responsibilities of the mechanic?
Answer: the mechanic on duty is the support level personnel in the daily operation and work of the engine department. Mainly engaged in:
(1) Assist the Engineer in the daily repair and maintenance of the main engine, auxiliary engine and related equipment:
(2) Assist the Engineer in daily repair and maintenance of steering gear and windlass;
(3) Understand the use and maintenance of various ballast pumps and fire pumps in engine room and deck;
(4) Understand various hydraulic principles and mechanical braking principles;
(5) Understand the introduction to marine engines and electrical appliances;
(6) Understand welding technology and essentials.
2. Meet the promotion conditions for sailors (Mechanics) on duty
2.1 the person applying for competency certificate of seaman and mechanic on duty shall be at least 18 years old.
2.2 the applicant for the competency certificate of the seaman on duty shall have the marine service qualification of the corresponding navigation area and level for at least 6 months.
2.3 female crew members are less than 60 years old and male crew members are less than 65 years old
2.4 graduates of non marine engineering who have completed the training of seafarers who apply to participate in the competency examination and assessment of seafarers on duty / machinists on duty, third officer / third engineer and GMDSS general operators before graduation shall not be subject to the restrictions on maritime qualifications in rule 11.
2.5 those who apply for the competency examination for sailors on duty shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion and tonnage increase
1. sailors' business;
2. Maritime English.
（2） Theoretical examination subjects for navigation area expansion
1. sailors' business;
2. Maritime English.
（3） Evaluation items;
1. seaman process;
2. sailors on duty;
3. marine English listening and conversation
（4） Complete the following corresponding professional training programs for seafarers
1. familiarization and basic safety training;
2.6 those who apply for the competency examination for the mechanic on duty shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. mechanical business;
2. Marine Engineering English.
（2） Theoretical test subjects for power improvement
1. mechanical business;
2. Marine Engineering English.
（3） Evaluation items:
1. mechanic on duty;
2. metalworking process;
3. Marine Engineering English listening and conversation.
3. Meet the promotion conditions for the third mate (third Engineer)
3.1 a person who holds the competency certificate of the seaman on duty and the mechanic on duty and has actually held his post for more than 12 months may apply for the third officer and the third engineer. A non marine engineering graduate may apply to participate in the competency examination, assessment and certification of the third officer / the third Engineer of the marine crew, and shall complete the full-time seaman training of not less than 12 months.
3.2 applicants for the third mate qualification examination shall complete:
1. advanced fire fighting training;
2. proficient in first aid training;
3. radar observation and plotting training and radar simulator training;
4. training of automatic radar plotter;
5. GMDSS general operator training, and obtain GMDSS general operator competency certificate. However, those who apply for three certificates of competency for ships with less than 500 gross tons in the nearshore navigation area can complete the GMDSS restricted operator training and obtain the certificate of competency.
3.3 applicants for the third mate qualification examination shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
(3) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(4) Nautical English;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(5) Carriage of goods by sea;
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(6) Ship management;
(7) Ship structure and equipment.
（2） Theoretical examination subjects for navigation area expansion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(3) Nautical English;
2. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(4) Ship management.
（3） Theoretical examination subjects for tonnage increase
1. navigation function
(1) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(2) Carriage of goods by sea.
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(3) Ship structure and equipment.
（4） Evaluation items:
1. chart operation;
2. route design;
3. ship positioning;
4. correct use of navigational instruments;
5. compass error measurement;
6. cargo stowage and fastening;
7. Maritime English listening and conversation.
Those who apply for the third mate's certificate of competency to expand the navigation area shall pass the assessment in Items 2 and 7 above; Those who apply for the third certificate of competency shall pass the assessment in Item 6 above.
3.4 (1) those who apply for the competency examination for crew members of engine departments at all levels shall complete the following:
1. familiarity and basic training;
2. be proficient in training of life rafts and rescue boats.
（2） The applicant for the third engineer competency certificate shall also complete:
1. proficient in first aid training;
2. advanced fire fighting training.
3.5 the applicant for the qualification examination of the third Engineer shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
(4) Marine Engineering English.
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(5) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(6) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
（2） Theoretical test subjects for power improvement
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(4) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(5) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(6) Ship management.
（3） Evaluation items:
1. disassembly and assembly of power equipment;
2. power equipment operation;
3. metalworking process;
4. marine electrician process and electrical test;
5. operation of ship power station;
6. Marine Engineering English listening and conversation.
Those who apply for the third engineer competency certificate shall take part in the assessment of items 1, 2, 5 and 6 above.
4. Trained by seafarer training institutions
4.1 enrollment object
Non marine engineering graduates with full-time junior college degree or above and meeting the physical examination standards for sea going ship crew have reached 425 points or above in the College English proficiency test.
4.2 training objectives
To train the drivers of ships with a gross tonnage of 3000 or more in the unlimited navigation area and the engineers of 3000kW or more in the unlimited navigation area who are qualified for the operation and management of modern ship electromechanical equipment and meet the requirements of stcw78/95 Convention and the rules for competency examination, assessment and certification of marine ship crew of the people's Republic of China and other laws and regulations, and are qualified for the driving and management of modern ships.
4.3 Curriculum
Professional technical courses of navigation: 10 professional courses, assessment items and 10 special training courses, such as navigation, ship structure and equipment, ship manoeuvring, meteorology and oceanography, maritime English, marine instruments, ship watch keeping and collision avoidance, ship safety management, maritime cargo transportation and ship signals.
Professional courses of Marine Engineering Management: 10 professional courses, including basic drawing and mechanical drawing, thermal engineering, marine engineering, marine electrical, marine management, marine diesel engine, marine auxiliary engine, marine maintenance and management, marine automation, marine English, and 8 assessment projects and special training courses.
4.4 promotion
(in accordance with the national maritime administration and the International Convention on standards of training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers, 1995 (stcw95 / 78 Convention)
1. class a marine technology students can serve as the third officer after 12 months of probation on board after passing the course; The third officer at sea can be directly promoted to the second officer after 12 months of qualification; The second marine officer can be promoted to the first mate after passing the examination of the State Maritime Administration after 12 months of qualification; The first mate at sea can be promoted to captain after 18 months' seniority, 3 months' training in a professional institution recognized by the state, and the examination of the State Maritime Safety Administration.
2. after class a marine engineering students have passed the course, they can serve as the third engineer after 12 months of probation on board; The offshore third engineer can be directly promoted to the second engineer after 12 months' experience; The second marine engineer can be promoted to the second marine engineer after passing the examination of the State Maritime Administration after 12 months of qualification; The chief engineer at sea can be promoted to chief engineer after 18 months of qualification, 3 months of training in a professional institution recognized by the state, and passing the examination of the State Maritime Safety Administration.
5. meet the promotion conditions of second officer (second supervisor)
5.1 a person who holds the competency certificate of the third officer and the third engineer and has actually held his post for 12 months or more may apply for the second officer and the second engineer.
5.2 those who apply for the second mate qualification examination shall participate in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
(3) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(4) Nautical English;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(5) Carriage of goods by sea;
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(6) Ship management;
(7) Ship structure and equipment.
（2） Theoretical examination subjects for navigation area expansion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(3) Nautical English;
2. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(4) Ship management.
（3） Theoretical examination subjects for tonnage increase
1. navigation function
(1) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(2) Carriage of goods by sea.
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(3) Ship structure and equipment.
（4） Evaluation items:
1. chart operation;
2. route design;
3. ship positioning;
4. correct use of navigational instruments;
5. compass error measurement;
6. cargo stowage and fastening;
7. Maritime English listening and conversation.
5.3 applicants for the second management competency examination shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
(4) Marine Engineering English.
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(5) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(6) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
（2） Theoretical test subjects for power improvement
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(4) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(5) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(6) Ship management.
（3） Evaluation items:
1. disassembly and assembly of power equipment;
2. power equipment operation;
3. metalworking process;
4. marine electrician process and electrical test;
5. operation of ship power station;
6. Marine Engineering English listening and conversation.
6. meet the promotion conditions for the first mate (first engineer)
6.1 a person who holds the competency certificate of the second officer and the second engineer and has actually held his post for 12 months or more may apply for the first officer and the second engineer.
6.2 applicants for the chief mate's competency examination shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
(3) Ship manoeuvring;
(4) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(5) Nautical English.
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(6) Carriage of goods by sea;
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
(8) Ship structure and equipment;
（2） Theoretical examination subjects for navigation area expansion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(3) Nautical English;
2. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(4) Ship management.
（3） Theoretical examination subjects for tonnage increase
1. navigation function
(1) Ship watch keeping and collision avoidance
(2) Ship manoeuvring;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(3) Carriage of goods by sea.
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(4) Ship structure and equipment.
（4） Evaluation items:
1. cargo volume
I hope you can choose the right promotion route according to your personal conditions,
Find your ideal position.
The following are the entry and promotion conditions for each position
1. Meet the conditions for sailors (Mechanics) to apply for the examination
Sailors (Mechanics) applying for the examination shall generally meet the following conditions:
(1) Male, aged 18-35 years old, no record of bad behavior, love the cause of navigation.
(2) Junior high school or above, with a certain foundation of English.
(3) Height above 1.65, no color blindness, no color weakness, naked eye vision of no less than 1.0 for ship driving (third mate, sailor) and no less than 0.8 for Marine Engineering (third engineer, mechanic); No stuttering, no flat feet, normal liver function, no chronic diseases and infectious diseases, meeting the physical examination standards for seafarers.
1.1 how long is the training time for sailors (Mechanics)?
Answer: the training time for sailors (Mechanics) is generally 4 months. Professional training must be conducted in a training institution with corresponding qualifications designated by the State Maritime Safety Administration, and the specific training place shall be contacted by the crew company and the training institution.
1.2 can sailors (Mechanics) obtain various certificates after training? What is the elimination rate?
A: those who pass the interview can generally obtain various certificates. Those who fail to pass the exam will have the opportunity to take the make-up exam for many times. According to the sailors (Mechanics) recruited in the past, the elimination rate will not exceed 1%.
1.3 how long does the seaman (Mechanic) practice? How about the internship fee and salary?
A: the internship lasts 6 months. Interview when signing the agreement on internship fees and benefits.
1.4 what courses are offered for sailors' training?
Answer: basic safety, sailors on duty (main items: simulated bridge steering, signal flag identification, etc.), sailors' Technology (knot, cable skimming, high-altitude operation, steel wire inserting, etc.), maritime English, English listening and conversation.
1.5 what courses are offered for mechanic training?
Answer: basic safety, marine diesel engine, marine auxiliary engine, marine electrical, engine management, mechanic on duty (main items: diesel engine, auxiliary engine disassembly and main and auxiliary engine operation management), mechanic English, English listening and conversation, metalworking process (lathe, fitter, welder).
1.6 what are the responsibilities of sailors?
Answer: the sailors on duty are the support level personnel in the daily operation and work of the deck department. Mainly engaged in:
(1) The helmsman during sailing, berthing and unberthing, and also assists in lookout;
(2) Mooring and disembarking during berthing and unberthing;
(3) Understand the use of various marine signal lights and flags;
(4) Specific operation of daily repair and maintenance of deck department;
(5) Ship lifting and unloading crane and cabin opening and closing operation;
(6) Safe retraction of Headrace ladder and gangway ladder.
1.7 what are the responsibilities of the mechanic?
Answer: the mechanic on duty is the support level personnel in the daily operation and work of the engine department. Mainly engaged in:
(1) Assist the Engineer in the daily repair and maintenance of the main engine, auxiliary engine and related equipment:
(2) Assist the Engineer in daily repair and maintenance of steering gear and windlass;
(3) Understand the use and maintenance of various ballast pumps and fire pumps in engine room and deck;
(4) Understand various hydraulic principles and mechanical braking principles;
(5) Understand the introduction to marine engines and electrical appliances;
(6) Understand welding technology and essentials.
2. Meet the promotion conditions for sailors (Mechanics) on duty
2.1 the person applying for competency certificate of seaman and mechanic on duty shall be at least 18 years old.
2.2 the applicant for the competency certificate of the seaman on duty shall have the marine service qualification of the corresponding navigation area and level for at least 6 months.
2.3 female crew members are less than 60 years old and male crew members are less than 65 years old
2.4 graduates of non marine engineering who have completed the training of seafarers who apply to participate in the competency examination and assessment of seafarers on duty / machinists on duty, third officer / third engineer and GMDSS general operators before graduation shall not be subject to the restrictions on maritime qualifications in rule 11.
2.5 those who apply for the competency examination for sailors on duty shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion and tonnage increase
1. sailors' business;
2. Maritime English.
（2） Theoretical examination subjects for navigation area expansion
1. sailors' business;
2. Maritime English.
（3） Evaluation items;
1. seaman process;
2. sailors on duty;
3. marine English listening and conversation
（4） Complete the following corresponding professional training programs for seafarers
1. familiarization and basic safety training;
2.6 those who apply for the competency examination for the mechanic on duty shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. mechanical business;
2. Marine Engineering English.
（2） Theoretical test subjects for power improvement
1. mechanical business;
2. Marine Engineering English.
（3） Evaluation items:
1. mechanic on duty;
2. metalworking process;
3. Marine Engineering English listening and conversation.
3. Meet the promotion conditions for the third mate (third Engineer)
3.1 a person who holds the competency certificate of the seaman on duty and the mechanic on duty and has actually held his post for more than 12 months may apply for the third officer and the third engineer. A non marine engineering graduate may apply to participate in the competency examination, assessment and certification of the third officer / the third Engineer of the marine crew, and shall complete the full-time seaman training of not less than 12 months.
3.2 applicants for the third mate qualification examination shall complete:
1. advanced fire fighting training;
2. proficient in first aid training;
3. radar observation and plotting training and radar simulator training;
4. training of automatic radar plotter;
5. GMDSS general operator training, and obtain GMDSS general operator competency certificate. However, those who apply for three certificates of competency for ships with less than 500 gross tons in the nearshore navigation area can complete the GMDSS restricted operator training and obtain the certificate of competency.
3.3 applicants for the third mate qualification examination shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
(3) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(4) Nautical English;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(5) Carriage of goods by sea;
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(6) Ship management;
(7) Ship structure and equipment.
（2） Theoretical examination subjects for navigation area expansion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(3) Nautical English;
2. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(4) Ship management.
（3） Theoretical examination subjects for tonnage increase
1. navigation function
(1) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(2) Carriage of goods by sea.
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(3) Ship structure and equipment.
（4） Evaluation items:
1. chart operation;
2. route design;
3. ship positioning;
4. correct use of navigational instruments;
5. compass error measurement;
6. cargo stowage and fastening;
7. Maritime English listening and conversation.
Those who apply for the third mate's certificate of competency to expand the navigation area shall pass the assessment in Items 2 and 7 above; Those who apply for the third certificate of competency shall pass the assessment in Item 6 above.
3.4 (1) those who apply for the competency examination for crew members of engine departments at all levels shall complete the following:
1. familiarity and basic training;
2. be proficient in training of life rafts and rescue boats.
（2） The applicant for the third engineer competency certificate shall also complete:
1. proficient in first aid training;
2. advanced fire fighting training.
3.5 the applicant for the qualification examination of the third Engineer shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
(4) Marine Engineering English.
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(5) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(6) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
（2） Theoretical test subjects for power improvement
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(4) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(5) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(6) Ship management.
（3） Evaluation items:
1. disassembly and assembly of power equipment;
2. power equipment operation;
3. metalworking process;
4. marine electrician process and electrical test;
5. operation of ship power station;
6. Marine Engineering English listening and conversation.
Those who apply for the third engineer competency certificate shall take part in the assessment of items 1, 2, 5 and 6 above.
4. Trained by seafarer training institutions
4.1 enrollment object
Non marine engineering graduates with full-time junior college degree or above and meeting the physical examination standards for sea going ship crew have reached 425 points or above in the College English proficiency test.
4.2 training objectives
To train the drivers of ships with a gross tonnage of 3000 or more in the unlimited navigation area and the engineers of 3000kW or more in the unlimited navigation area who are qualified for the operation and management of modern ship electromechanical equipment and meet the requirements of stcw78/95 Convention and the rules for competency examination, assessment and certification of marine ship crew of the people's Republic of China and other laws and regulations, and are qualified for the driving and management of modern ships.
4.3 Curriculum
Professional technical courses of navigation: 10 professional courses, assessment items and 10 special training courses, such as navigation, ship structure and equipment, ship manoeuvring, meteorology and oceanography, maritime English, marine instruments, ship watch keeping and collision avoidance, ship safety management, maritime cargo transportation and ship signals.
Professional courses of Marine Engineering Management: 10 professional courses, including basic drawing and mechanical drawing, thermal engineering, marine engineering, marine electrical, marine management, marine diesel engine, marine auxiliary engine, marine maintenance and management, marine automation, marine English, and 8 assessment projects and special training courses.
4.4 promotion
(in accordance with the national maritime administration and the International Convention on standards of training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers, 1995 (stcw95 / 78 Convention)
1. class a marine technology students can serve as the third officer after 12 months of probation on board after passing the course; The third officer at sea can be directly promoted to the second officer after 12 months of qualification; The second marine officer can be promoted to the first mate after passing the examination of the State Maritime Administration after 12 months of qualification; The first mate at sea can be promoted to captain after 18 months' seniority, 3 months' training in a professional institution recognized by the state, and the examination of the State Maritime Safety Administration.
2. after class a marine engineering students have passed the course, they can serve as the third engineer after 12 months of probation on board; The offshore third engineer can be directly promoted to the second engineer after 12 months' experience; The second marine engineer can be promoted to the second marine engineer after passing the examination of the State Maritime Administration after 12 months of qualification; The chief engineer at sea can be promoted to chief engineer after 18 months of qualification, 3 months of training in a professional institution recognized by the state, and passing the examination of the State Maritime Safety Administration.
5. meet the promotion conditions of second officer (second supervisor)
5.1 a person who holds the competency certificate of the third officer and the third engineer and has actually held his post for 12 months or more may apply for the second officer and the second engineer.
5.2 those who apply for the second mate qualification examination shall participate in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
(3) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(4) Nautical English;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(5) Carriage of goods by sea;
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(6) Ship management;
(7) Ship structure and equipment.
（2） Theoretical examination subjects for navigation area expansion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(3) Nautical English;
2. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(4) Ship management.
（3） Theoretical examination subjects for tonnage increase
1. navigation function
(1) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(2) Carriage of goods by sea.
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(3) Ship structure and equipment.
（4） Evaluation items:
1. chart operation;
2. route design;
3. ship positioning;
4. correct use of navigational instruments;
5. compass error measurement;
6. cargo stowage and fastening;
7. Maritime English listening and conversation.
5.3 applicants for the second management competency examination shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
(4) Marine Engineering English.
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(5) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(6) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
（2） Theoretical test subjects for power improvement
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(4) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(5) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(6) Ship management.
（3） Evaluation items:
1. disassembly and assembly of power equipment;
2. power equipment operation;
3. metalworking process;
4. marine electrician process and electrical test;
5. operation of ship power station;
6. Marine Engineering English listening and conversation.
6. meet the promotion conditions for the first mate (first engineer)
6.1 a person who holds the competency certificate of the second officer and the second engineer and has actually held his post for 12 months or more may apply for the first officer and the second engineer.
6.2 applicants for the chief mate's competency examination shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
(3) Ship manoeuvring;
(4) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(5) Nautical English.
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(6) Carriage of goods by sea;
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
(8) Ship structure and equipment;
（2） Theoretical examination subjects for navigation area expansion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(3) Nautical English;
2. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(4) Ship management.
（3） Theoretical examination subjects for tonnage increase
1. navigation function
(1) Ship watch keeping and collision avoidance
(2) Ship manoeuvring;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(3) Carriage of goods by sea.
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(4) Ship structure and equipment.
（4） Evaluation items:
1. cargo volume
（3） Theoretical examination subjects for tonnage increase
1. navigation function
(1) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(2) Carriage of goods by sea.
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(3) Ship structure and equipment.
（4） Evaluation items:
1. chart operation;
2. route design;
3. ship positioning;
4. correct use of navigational instruments;
5. compass error measurement;
6. cargo stowage and fastening;
7. Maritime English listening and conversation.
Those who apply for the third mate's certificate of competency to expand the navigation area shall pass the assessment in Items 2 and 7 above; Those who apply for the third certificate of competency shall pass the assessment in Item 6 above.
3.4 (1) those who apply for the competency examination for crew members of engine departments at all levels shall complete the following:
1. familiarity and basic training;
2. be proficient in training of life rafts and rescue boats.
（2） The applicant for the third engineer competency certificate shall also complete:
1. proficient in first aid training;
2. advanced fire fighting training.
3.5 the applicant for the qualification examination of the third Engineer shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
(4) Marine Engineering English.
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(5) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(6) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
（2） Theoretical test subjects for power improvement
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(4) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(5) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(6) Ship management.
（3） Evaluation items:
1. disassembly and assembly of power equipment;
2. power equipment operation;
3. metalworking process;
4. marine electrician process and electrical test;
5. operation of ship power station;
6. Marine Engineering English listening and conversation.
Those who apply for the third engineer competency certificate shall take part in the assessment of items 1, 2, 5 and 6 above.
4. Trained by seafarer training institutions
4.1 enrollment object
Non marine engineering graduates with full-time junior college degree or above and meeting the physical examination standards for sea going ship crew have reached 425 points or above in the College English proficiency test.
4.2 training objectives
To train the drivers of ships with a gross tonnage of 3000 or more in the unlimited navigation area and the engineers of 3000kW or more in the unlimited navigation area who are qualified for the operation and management of modern ship electromechanical equipment and meet the requirements of stcw78/95 Convention and the rules for competency examination, assessment and certification of marine ship crew of the people's Republic of China and other laws and regulations, and are qualified for the driving and management of modern ships.
4.3 Curriculum
Professional technical courses of navigation: 10 professional courses, assessment items and 10 special training courses, such as navigation, ship structure and equipment, ship manoeuvring, meteorology and oceanography, maritime English, marine instruments, ship watch keeping and collision avoidance, ship safety management, maritime cargo transportation and ship signals.
Professional courses of Marine Engineering Management: 10 professional courses, including basic drawing and mechanical drawing, thermal engineering, marine engineering, marine electrical, marine management, marine diesel engine, marine auxiliary engine, marine maintenance and management, marine automation, marine English, and 8 assessment projects and special training courses.
4.4 promotion
(in accordance with the national maritime administration and the International Convention on standards of training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers, 1995 (stcw95 / 78 Convention)
1. class a marine technology students can serve as the third officer after 12 months of probation on board after passing the course; The third officer at sea can be directly promoted to the second officer after 12 months of qualification; The second marine officer can be promoted to the first mate after passing the examination of the State Maritime Administration after 12 months of qualification; The first mate at sea can be promoted to captain after 18 months' seniority, 3 months' training in a professional institution recognized by the state, and the examination of the State Maritime Safety Administration.
2. after class a marine engineering students have passed the course, they can serve as the third engineer after 12 months of probation on board; The offshore third engineer can be directly promoted to the second engineer after 12 months' experience; The second marine engineer can be promoted to the second marine engineer after passing the examination of the State Maritime Administration after 12 months of qualification; The chief engineer at sea can be promoted to chief engineer after 18 months of qualification, 3 months of training in a professional institution recognized by the state, and passing the examination of the State Maritime Safety Administration.
（3） Theoretical examination subjects for tonnage increase
1. navigation function
(1) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(2) Carriage of goods by sea.
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(3) Ship structure and equipment.
（4） Evaluation items:
1. chart operation;
2. route design;
3. ship positioning;
4. correct use of navigational instruments;
5. compass error measurement;
6. cargo stowage and fastening;
7. Maritime English listening and conversation.
Those who apply for the third mate's certificate of competency to expand the navigation area shall pass the assessment in Items 2 and 7 above; Those who apply for the third certificate of competency shall pass the assessment in Item 6 above.
3.4 (1) those who apply for the competency examination for crew members of engine departments at all levels shall complete the following:
1. familiarity and basic training;
2. be proficient in training of life rafts and rescue boats.
（2） The applicant for the third engineer competency certificate shall also complete:
1. proficient in first aid training;
2. advanced fire fighting training.
3.5 the applicant for the qualification examination of the third Engineer shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
(4) Marine Engineering English.
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(5) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(6) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
（2） Theoretical test subjects for power improvement
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(4) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(5) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(6) Ship management.
（3） Evaluation items:
1. disassembly and assembly of power equipment;
2. power equipment operation;
3. metalworking process;
4. marine electrician process and electrical test;
5. operation of ship power station;
6. Marine Engineering English listening and conversation.
Those who apply for the third engineer competency certificate shall take part in the assessment of items 1, 2, 5 and 6 above.
4. Trained by seafarer training institutions
4.1 enrollment object
Non marine engineering graduates with full-time junior college degree or above and meeting the physical examination standards for sea going ship crew have reached 425 points or above in the College English proficiency test.
4.2 training objectives
To train the drivers of ships with a gross tonnage of 3000 or more in the unlimited navigation area and the engineers of 3000kW or more in the unlimited navigation area who are qualified for the operation and management of modern ship electromechanical equipment and meet the requirements of stcw78/95 Convention and the rules for competency examination, assessment and certification of marine ship crew of the people's Republic of China and other laws and regulations, and are qualified for the driving and management of modern ships.
4.3 Curriculum
Professional technical courses of navigation: 10 professional courses, assessment items and 10 special training courses, such as navigation, ship structure and equipment, ship manoeuvring, meteorology and oceanography, maritime English, marine instruments, ship watch keeping and collision avoidance, ship safety management, maritime cargo transportation and ship signals.
Professional courses of Marine Engineering Management: 10 professional courses, including basic drawing and mechanical drawing, thermal engineering, marine engineering, marine electrical, marine management, marine diesel engine, marine auxiliary engine, marine maintenance and management, marine automation, marine English, and 8 assessment projects and special training courses.
4.4 promotion
(in accordance with the national maritime administration and the International Convention on standards of training, certification and watchkeeping for seafarers, 1995 (stcw95 / 78 Convention)
1. class a marine technology students can serve as the third officer after 12 months of probation on board after passing the course; The third officer at sea can be directly promoted to the second officer after 12 months of qualification; The second marine officer can be promoted to the first mate after passing the examination of the State Maritime Administration after 12 months of qualification; The first mate at sea can be promoted to captain after 18 months' seniority, 3 months' training in a professional institution recognized by the state, and the examination of the State Maritime Safety Administration.
2. after class a marine engineering students have passed the course, they can serve as the third engineer after 12 months of probation on board; The offshore third engineer can be directly promoted to the second engineer after 12 months' experience; The second marine engineer can be promoted to the second marine engineer after passing the examination of the State Maritime Administration after 12 months of qualification; The chief engineer at sea can be promoted to chief engineer after 18 months of qualification, 3 months of training in a professional institution recognized by the state, and passing the examination of the State Maritime Safety Administration.
(6) Ship management;
(7) Ship structure and equipment.
（2） Theoretical examination subjects for navigation area expansion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(3) Nautical English;
2. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(4) Ship management.
（3） Theoretical examination subjects for tonnage increase
1. navigation function
(1) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(2) Carriage of goods by sea.
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(3) Ship structure and equipment.
（4） Evaluation items:
1. chart operation;
2. route design;
3. ship positioning;
4. correct use of navigational instruments;
5. compass error measurement;
6. cargo stowage and fastening;
7. Maritime English listening and conversation.
5.3 applicants for the second management competency examination shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
(4) Marine Engineering English.
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(5) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(6) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
（2） Theoretical test subjects for power improvement
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(4) Ship electrical;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(5) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(6) Ship management.
（3） Evaluation items:
1. disassembly and assembly of power equipment;
2. power equipment operation;
3. metalworking process;
4. marine electrician process and electrical test;
5. operation of ship power station;
6. Marine Engineering English listening and conversation.
6. meet the promotion conditions for the first mate (first engineer)
6.1 a person who holds the competency certificate of the second officer and the second engineer and has actually held his post for 12 months or more may apply for the first officer and the second engineer.
6.2 applicants for the chief mate's competency examination shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
(3) Ship manoeuvring;
(4) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(5) Nautical English.
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(6) Carriage of goods by sea;
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
(8) Ship structure and equipment;
（2） Theoretical examination subjects for navigation area expansion
1. navigation function
(1) Nautical science;
(2) Nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
(3) Nautical English;
2. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(4) Ship management.
（3） Theoretical examination subjects for tonnage increase
1. navigation function
(1) Ship watch keeping and collision avoidance
(2) Ship manoeuvring;
2. cargo handling and stowage functions
(3) Carriage of goods by sea.
3. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(4) Ship structure and equipment.
（4） Evaluation items:
1. cargo stowage and fastening;
2. marine English listening and conversation;
3. Meteorological Fax weather map analysis.
Those who apply for the navigation area expansion of the chief mate competency certificate shall pass the assessment in Item 2 and 3 above, and the assessment in Item 3 is only applicable to the chief mate of a ship with unlimited navigation area; Those who apply for the chief mate's competency certificate shall pass the assessment in Item 1 above.
6.3 the applicant for the qualification examination of the second engineer shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary machinery;
(4) Marine Engineering English.
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(5) Turbine automation;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(6) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
（2） Theoretical test subjects for power improvement
1. functions of Marine Engineering
(1) Foundation of marine engineering;
(2) Main propulsion power unit;
(3) Ship auxiliary power;
(4) Marine Engineering English;
2. electrical, electronic and automatic control functions
(5) Turbine automation;
3. maintenance and repair functions
(6) Turbine maintenance and repair;
4. ship operation management and personnel management functions
(7) Ship management.
（3） Evaluation items:
1. disassembly and assembly of power equipment;
2. power unit test analysis and operation;
3. implementation of automatic control;
4. Marine Engineering English listening and conversation.
Those who apply for the power improvement examination of the second engineer competency certificate shall participate in the assessment of items 1, 2 and 3 above
7. Meet the promotion conditions of Captain (Chief Engineer)
7.1 a person who holds the competency certificate of first mate or first engineer and has actually held his post for 12 months or more may apply to the master or chief engineer.
7.2 the applicant for the captain competency examination shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. master business;
2. Maritime English.
（2） Theoretical examination subjects for navigation area expansion
1. navigation;
2. nautical meteorology and Oceanography;
3. Maritime English;
4. captain business.
（3） Theoretical examination subjects for tonnage increase
1. vessel watch keeping and collision avoidance;
2. ship manoeuvring;
3. carriage of goods by sea;
4. ship structure and equipment.
（4） Evaluation items:
1. voyage plan;
2. maritime search and rescue and maritime case analysis;
3. Maritime English listening and conversation.
Those who apply for the expansion of the navigation area of the captain's competency certificate shall pass the assessment in Items 1 and 3 above, and shall also complete the recognized master's business training of not less than 3 months.
7.3 applicants for the chief engineer competency examination shall take part in the examination of the following theoretical examination subjects and the evaluation of the evaluation items:
（1） Theoretical examination subjects for job promotion
1. chief engineer business;
2. Marine Engineering English.
（2） Theoretical test subjects for power improvement
1. main propulsion power unit;
2. ship auxiliary machinery;
3. Marine Engineering English;
4. turbine automation;
5. turbine maintenance and repair.
（3） Evaluation items:
1. turbine simulator;
2. Marine Engineering English listening and conversation.
Among them, the marine engine simulator is only applicable to the chief engineer of ships of 3000 kW and above. Those applying for the chief engineer competency examination shall also complete the chief engineer business training for not less than 3 months.
8. Special provisions
8.1 students who are receiving marine education who apply to participate in the competency examination and assessment of sailors on duty, mechanics on duty, third officer, third engineer and GMDSS general operators before graduation or graduation shall not be subject to the provisions of this chapter on maritime service qualifications.
8.2 the service qualifications of the crew members who have held the certificate of competency applicable to cargo transport ships on various non transport ships can be regarded as the marine service qualifications on cargo transport ships.
8.3 the marine service qualifications of the master, the pilot, the chief engineer and the engineer serving on the ships in the offshore navigation area can be regarded as the marine service qualifications on the ships in the unlimited navigation area.
8.4 if a current crew member has a major or above liability accident during his tenure and is subject to administrative punishment by the maritime administrative agency, his maritime service qualification before the accident cannot be used as the maritime service qualification for applying for examination, assessment and certification. The maritime service qualification shall be recalculated after the accident, but the time of detention or detention of the certificate of competency shall be deducted.
9. Certificate of competency for special types of ships
9.1 passenger ships and RO ro passenger ships
9.1.1 the master, officers, sailors on duty and mechanics on duty serving on the passenger ship shall complete the special training for the passenger ship crew, obtain the special training certificate for the passenger ship crew, and hold the competency certificate applicable to the passenger ship.
9.1.2 the master, officers, sailors on duty and mechanics on duty serving on RO ro passenger ships shall complete the special training of RO ro passenger ships, obtain the special training certificate for the crew of RO ro passenger ships and hold the certificate of competency applicable to ro ro passenger ships.
9.1.3 the master and officers working on passenger ships or ro ro passenger ships shall complete the training of proficient in life rafts and rescue boats, advanced fire fighting training, proficient in first aid training, and hold corresponding training certificates.
9.1.4 the captain serving on passenger ships or ro ro passenger ships shall complete higher vocational education in navigation related majors or college education or above in navigation related majors. However, a master who already holds the title of senior captain shall not be subject to the provisions of this article.
9.1.5 those who apply for the competency certificate of master and pilot applicable to passenger ships or ro ro passenger ships shall meet the following conditions:
（1） Those who apply for the master competency certificate applicable to passenger ships or ro ro passenger ships shall have served as the master of other types of seagoing ships of corresponding ship classes for 24 months, have a good safety record, and have served as a trainee master of passenger ships or ro ro passenger ships for at least 3 months; Or hold the competency certificate of first mate of passenger ship or Ro / Ro passenger ship and serve as first mate on the transport ship of corresponding navigation area and ship class for not less than 18 months, including at least 6 months as first mate of passenger ship or Ro / Ro passenger ship, and at least 3 months as a trainee master of passenger ship or Ro / Ro passenger ship after passing the master's examination and assessment.
（2） Those who apply for the competency certificate of first mate applicable to passenger ships or Ro / Ro passenger ships shall have served as first mate on other types of seagoing ships of corresponding ship class for 24 months, have a good safety record, and have served as a trainee first mate on passenger ships or Ro / Ro passenger ships for at least 3 months; Or hold the competency certificate of the second mate of passenger ship or ro ro passenger ship and serve as the second mate on the transport ship of the corresponding navigation area and ship class for not less than 12 months, including at least 6 months as the second mate of passenger ship or ro ro passenger ship, and at least 3 months as the trainee first mate of passenger ship or ro ro passenger ship after passing the examination and assessment of the first mate.
（3） Those who apply for the second officer competency certificate applicable to passenger ships or Ro / Ro passenger ships shall have served as the second officer on other types of seagoing ships of corresponding ship class for 12 months, have a good safety record, and have been on probation as the second officer on passenger ships and Ro / Ro passenger ships for at least 3 months; Or hold the competency certificate of the third mate of a passenger ship or ro ro passenger ship and have served as the third mate of a transport ship in the corresponding navigation area and ship class for at least 12 months, including at least 6 months as the third mate of a passenger ship or ro ro passenger ship, with a good safety record.
（4） Those who apply for the third mate competency certificate applicable to passenger ships or Ro / Ro passenger ships shall have served as the third mate for 12 months on other types of seagoing ships of corresponding ship classes, have a good safety record, and have served as a trainee for at least 3 months on passenger ships or Ro / Ro passenger ships; Or pass the competency examination and assessment of the third officer, complete the required 18 month on-board training on passenger ships or ro ro passenger ships, and have a good safety record.
9.1.6 the initial application is applicable to the chief engineer and engineer of passenger ships or ro ro passenger ships, who shall have held corresponding positions on other types of ships with corresponding grades for 12 months, have a good safety record, and take up corresponding internship positions on passenger ships or ro ro passenger ships for 3 months.
Those who have passed the qualification examination and assessment of the third engineer can apply for the third engineer qualification certificate applicable to passenger ships or ro ro passenger ships after completing the required 18 month on-board training on passenger ships or ro ro passenger ships with good safety records.
9.1.7 the master and officers serving on passenger ships and RO ro passenger ships shall hold the ship competency certificate of 3000 gross tons and above or 3000 kW and above in the corresponding navigation area.
The maritime service qualifications of the master and officers serving on RO ro passenger ships shall be determined according to the applicable navigation area and ship class of their competency certificates.
9.1.8 in addition to the provisions of 8.1.1, 8.1.2 and 8.1.3 of these rules, the remaining provisions of this section are applicable to the master and officers serving on passenger ships or ro ro passenger ships with a voyage of more than 50 nautical miles (including 50 nautical miles) between the two ports.
9.2 tanker
9.2.1 the master, officers, sailors on duty and mechanics on duty on the tanker shall complete the corresponding tanker special training, obtain the special training certificate and hold the competency certificate applicable to the corresponding tanker.
9.2.2 the master and officers working on the tanker shall complete the training of proficient in life rafts and rescue boats, senior fire fighting training, proficient in first aid training, and hold corresponding professional training certificates.
9.2.3 a crew member who meets the provisions of this article may apply for a certificate of competency to be extended to the corresponding types of tankers:
（1） The crew applying for competency certificate for the first time is applicable to a certain type of tanker. After obtaining the tanker special training certificate, they shall have an internship on the corresponding tanker for not less than 3 months. After that, the holder of the certificate of competency can apply for the certificate of competency applicable to other types of tankers after receiving special training for other types of tankers and obtaining the training certificate.
（2） Those who apply for the competency certificate of the master, chief engineer, chief mate and chief engineer of the tanker applicable to the unlimited navigation area and the offshore navigation area shall complete the higher vocational education of the navigation related specialty, or complete the college degree or above education of the navigation related specialty.
（3） Those who apply for the competency certificates applicable to the second officer, second engineer, third officer, third engineer of the tanker in the unlimited navigation area and the offshore navigation area, as well as the master, chief engineer, first mate and first engineer of the tanker in the coastal navigation area, shall complete at least 2 years of Vocational Education in the relevant majors of navigation, or complete secondary technical school education or above in the relevant majors of navigation.
10. certificates required for seafarers to board ships
Seaman's certificate, seaman's service book, four small certificates (certificate of familiarity and basic safety training, certificate of proficiency in life rafts and rescue boats, certificate of proficiency in advanced fire fighting training, certificate of proficiency in first aid training), health certificate, international vaccination certificate, passport, etc.
The rating is mainly the mechanic certificate and the seaman certificate.
The officers have the competency certificates of the officers, such as the third engineer certificate, the third mate certificate, the first mate certificate, etc.
