Marine Engineering
Basic Question arises on mind – “What is Marine Engineering?”
The term ‘Marine’ hits everyone mind that it is something related to water.
Yes, you all are right!
But, it is more than that. Learn more about Marine Engineering…
Marine Engineering is one of the engineering courses that deals with design, construction, operation and maintenance of the ship functions that include steering, anchoring, cargo handling, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, etc.
It not only ends here –
The technology and techniques one can learn during marine engineering are used for creating cruise ships, oil platforms and harbors.
Most of the students have confusion between the Marine Engineering and Naval Architecture. These both terms are interrelated to each other. Naval Architect deals with design process, ship building and operation of marine vessels.
Looking for the precise definition of marine engineering?
Here it is:
“Marine Engineering is the branch of Engineering that deals with the nautical architecture and science. It involves construction, installation, operation, and repair of the ships machinery.“
Courses & Duration
How to Become a Marine Engineer?
You can opt Marine Engineering after
- Completion of secondary examination/10th class (eligibility for diploma courses).
- Completion of Higher Secondary examination/12th class (eligibility for UG courses)
- Completion of B.Tech/B.E. in marine engineering (eligibility for PG courses)
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There are various Institutions which offer diploma, bachelor or master degree courses in Marine Engineering. The courses deal with the maintenance & construction of ships and other sailing vessels.
Diploma Courses: It is three year duration programme.
- Diploma in Marine Engineering
Bachelor Courses: The duration of these courses is 4 years.
- B.Tech/B.E. in Marine Engineering
- B.Sc in Marine Engineering
Master Courses: It is two year duration programme.
- M.Tech in Marine Engineering
Looking for Advancement in Marine Engineering!
Choose your specialization for PG courses as per your interest and are as follows:
- Maritime Commerce
- Marine Refrigeration
- Command And Control System
- Weaponry And Weapon Systems
- Navigation Systems And Equipment
- Marine Renewable Energy Research
- Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Research
- Information, Communication Systems and Equipment
- Offshore Extractive and Infrastructure (Cable Laying)
Basic Eligibility:
For Diploma Course – You have to pass 10th examination to get admission into diploma programme.
For UG Courses – Minimum educational qualification of 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as a compulsory subjects is required for this course. If you completed a three year diploma in marine engineering, you can apply for UG course in marine engineering. Your age should be 17-25 years.
Entrance Exam – JEE Main 2020, IMU CET 2020
For PG Courses – The prescribed qualifying examination for M.Tech will be B.Tech passed in Marine Engineering.
Entrance Exam – GATE 2020
Colleges in India offer Marine Engineering Programme:
- Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras
- Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur
- National Institute of Technology (NIT), Karnataka
- Maharashtra Academy of Naval Education & Training (MANET), Pune
- Marine Engineering and Research Institute, Kolkata
- V. Raman College of Engineering, Bhubaneswar
What about Jobs & Career Scope?
You have a plenty of career opportunities in the field of marine engineering . You will get the job depending on your specializations.
The job of Marine engineers is not just limited to construction and maintenance of ship or boats vessel but it is extended upto the project management and control responsibilities too.
There are lucrative career options for the marine engineers in public as well as in private shipping companies. You will designated as a third assistant engineer or fourth engineer.
There are lots of job opportunities for marine engineering students not in India as well as in abroad countries.
What will be my Designation?
Am I Designated as Chief Engineer!
Of course!
Marine Chief engineer is considered equal to captain and possess the top rank. After gaining sufficient experience and knowledge in the field of marine engineering you will be eligible for this post.
Besides this, marine engineers are also designated as
- Trainee Marine Engineer
- Junior Marine Engineer
- sales engineers
- engineering managers
- structural engineer
- submarine designer
- third assistant engineer
- fourth assistant engineers
- Onshore Marine coordinator
- Dock Engineer
- Marine Equipment Designers
Role of Marine Engineers
Marine Engineers are the skilled professionals engaged in the design, construction and maintenance of vehicles and structures used on or around water for example – ships and boats.
They have responsibilities for the construction and maintenance of ships machinery that include steam turbines, gas turbines and engine room.
Marine Engineers work as a liaisons between ship captain and shore personnel in order to ensure the efficiency and safety of ship. Also, monitors and supervises the other engineers, mechanics and crew members of the ship.
Marine Engineers also works on the power generation, gas and oil industry. Nowadays may national and international companies showing their interest in producing the electricity with the use of tidal power generators and more.
Do you know?
Archimedes was the first marine engineer and developed numerous of marine engineering systems. In India marine engineering was introduced in August 1949.
If you are fascinated by the ocean or water and have interest in machinery or structures and want to do something creative then Marine Engineering is the best career option for you.
Are you ready to continue this course?
Recruiters
Marine Engineers are required in public and private shipping companies, engine production firms, ship building and designing firms, navy, research bodies.
The companies that recruit marine engineers are as follows:
- SMEC Automation Pvt Ltd.
- American Cruise Lines
- Marintek Design and Engineering Pvt Ltd.
- GMMCO Limited
- GE Shipping Co. Limited
- Carnival Cruise Line
- TMC Shipping Pvt Ltd.
- ITT Shipping (P) Ltd.
Salary
Candidates possessing the degree in marine engineering will get the attractive pay depending upon the experience, location and domain knowledge. An average salary ranges from 64000 to 96000/year will be provided to the marine engineers.
Those working in abroad will receive 85000$ per annum.
Books & Study Material
Some of the best books for the preparation of Marine Engineering is listed below:
Introduction to Marine Engineering – D.A. Taylor
General Engineering Knowledge (Marine Engineering) – H.D McGeorge
Marine Auxiliary Machinery – H.D McGeorge
Pounder’s Marine Diesel Engines and Gas Turbines – Doug Woodyard
Marine Boilers – G.T.H Flanagan
Practical Marine Electrical Knowledge – Dennis T.Hall
Ship Construction – David J.Eyres
If you have any other queries about Marine Engineering, you can ask your query in the comment box.
I have completed my B.E in mechanical engineering.And I want to find scope in Marine Engineering. After B.E which course is suitable for me.
I’m studying btech in ECE. So later if I do masters in marine engineering will I be able to persuade a job in marine field or will there be any obstacles since I didn’t have a degree in “btech in marine engineering”?
I had completed diploma in e&e can i join now…
Sir I got 155 marks in pcm then I’m eligible for marine engineering
can admission by marine engineer.what I do?
Are any entrance exams compulsory for shipbuilding tech
Or any other marine related careers..?
pls how can i get the text books and their costs?
Girls joined marine courses
jee is compulsory entrance exam
Are there any colleges in Maharashtra for marine engineering degree course
I am in 11th standard I got 89%in ssc and I want do be marine engineer.What will I do
I completed my b-tech subjects were not clear can i get job as marine engineer
which is the best college for marine field and salary per month
i am 22year old i complete diploma in mechanical engineering after complete +2 still i am studying btech I want to work as a marine engineer it is possible or not
I want to join in marine field.what I have to do to join in marine field.i am studying 10th.i want a number of marine to get know about marine and I have to join in marine.
Can i get direct entry in marine engineering will my salary be 60 to 70 thousand
Cut off for JEE Mains and IMU CET??
The cutoff will be released after the exam.
Will salary be 64000 to 96000/year OR 64000 to 96000/month?
The salary is generally good for marine engineers. A fresher can start his job with a salary of 30-40000 per month.
Sir my study. 10+2 complete and 2 year diploma in (ITI) welder ncvt board in 2017 complete
Colleges that offer marine course in tamilnadu
This is very informative
Thanks for your posting
keep posting
I m in class 12th with pcm .how should i join for this…???
Sir
I am studying b.sc now l want to go marine engineering
12th commented lam Marine diploma course use
Sir
Can 32 yrs old
Do marine engineering in abroad
Wid good marks in h. S. C.
Sir/maam
I am Mithil aged 33 yrs
Has passed h. S. C. Science wid 60 percent but due to family pblm i couldnt learn more
Is there any college in abroad which has no age limit for marine engineering??
Hi sir… I am 12 studying.. I am interested in the marine engineering.. How will apply for the application
Sir, how must i approch for marine course after my 12th
Sir,I hav cleared my jee mains. Can I join to some good marine collages…through dis….? and which are they…?
plz reply
Appear in counselling.
iam finishing 12th standard how can i joined i maraine engineering.iam studied in tamil midiam.what is the cut of jee mains
you can appear in the IMU CET exam.
What is the best course in marine engineering?
I am studying in mechanical engg final year, but I am interested in marine engineering what I do ?
Hi sir… I am 12 studying.. I am interested in the marine engineering.. How will apply for the application
Hi, sir I am rajesh, going to finish 12th, pls say what is the best course in marine eng and what I have do for applying for collage in chennai
Which is the best college for Marine engineering
which subjects we have learn after 12th
which exams after12th
Please tell me which is the best university or college for the Marin engineering corce
if I appear for IMUCET how much should I score to get seat in Chennai campus
I want to join in marine…I was soo interested to join in marine….give a suggestions to me.
How to join in marine…now I’m in 12 to h grade
This course is best for everyone after I will complete 12the I will choose this course
Please tell me the best collage in Tamil nadu
What are the short time couses in marine
I want to become a mariner what are course and course duration and its scope .
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Iam jayavignesh iam studying now 12thstd.i want to become a maraine engineer. Which course l choose? Reply me
B.Tech in marine or B.Sc nautical science.
I am studying mechanical engineering right now,after completing this one may i join marine field? What are the possibilities course in marine
yes, you can join marine engineering course after your ME. The oppurtunities are good in this field you can work with shipping and logistics companies.
Sir
I am staying 12th
I want to join marine
next year
Pls its my request sir
You can apply through IMU CET exam.
Hi,I’m Halith I’m studying 9th std,in 10th which group I want to take plz say . and after complete my 12 th std then what I want to study,plz email to my mail📠📠📠Thank u 🎋🎋🎎🎎
I am sakthi studying 11th standard
I want to be a marine engineer
Thanks for the above information . it is helpful to me .. But please increase names of colleges of India and make steps of courses after 12 to become marine engineer
I complete my 10th stander with 84 present marks in 2016… Now I am in class 12…. & I want to be a candidate of marine engineering….
i will complete the diplomo in mechanical engineering after study the marine course so, what are the college choose and which course is selected
Can i get admission in marine engineering after completing diploma in computer engineering..??
I complete 10th 58.4% passing year2014bseb kya mai diploma kar sakta marine engineer plz reply me
I have completed my 12th and i get 1022 mark and my cut off is 173.25.I want to join marine engineering.say i will eligilble or not
I am completing 12th I want to do marine engineering Tell me what to do?
I want to admission in marine eng.
I am in 12 science now in guru nanak khalsa clg what should i do ???
What is first salary when we will get job ?? And for how many months we will be on ship and away from home??
I have completed in 12th in1076 marks& my cut off mark is 186.5.but l have no attanded in jee exam.what l will study? I have apply for marine engineering. Say l was eligible?
There is any other Marine institution in Bangalore plz let me know asap
Please send a list of esteemed colleges in north india having marine engineering and how i can take admission.
Sir,Which college intrance is best for marrine engineering?
I have got 43 marks in JEE mains 2017 if i get admission in any governmental college for b.tech or not. please give me answer.
Sir, im a b.com second year student. I am very much interested in making my career in marine or shipping . so how can i take a start from now to acchieve my goal ? Pls.reply.
I am studying marine engineering right now, after completing this I want to Marine BSc curse. what are the best institude for me?
I am studying mechanical engineering right now, after completing this one may i join Marine field? &what are the way of possibilities
I am studying in 12th class right now
What is the cut off of jee mains for admission in IMU
No marks
I’ve complete +2 science 55% in 2016.which course is best of my carear. I wish to get government job
I will be very happy if i get the opportunity to be in marine field
im studying +2after wish course im choose