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Official National Maritime Center Website explaining sample exam for deck officer requirements for Merchant Mariner Credentialing.
Understand the application of business, transportation or logistics concepts needed to serve as a ship’s deck officer. Understand and demonstrate effective leadership and teamwork skills needed to serve as a ship’s deck officer or as a maritime related shore side professional.
nautical science or marine engineering. The role of a Deck Officer in merchant navy is indispensable on board and it is important for a prospective Cadet to know what a deck officer does on board ships. A Deck Officer works in the execution of a variety of tasks- namely navigation and maneuvering of the vessel, handling of all
The Maritime Apprenticeship Program (MAP) offers the fastest track in the industry to a credential as a licensed deck officer. Even with no prior maritime experience, in just over two years, you can obtain a U.S. Coast Guard-issued Mate’s license.
Upon earning your deck or engine license, you will be qualified for a wide variety of jobs on a wide variety of vessels, including cruise ships, research vessels, off-shore platforms or tankers. For more information, contact: Charles M. Smith by email at cadetship@sunymaritime.edu or csmith@sunymaritime.edu or by phone at 718.409.7212.
880A - Marine Deck Officer. Duties: Commands Army vessels (Class A1 and A2) operating on lakes, bays, rivers, sounds, coastal, and open ocean waters. Responsible for proper maintenance and...
The Marine Transportation major is offered in conjunction with the U.S. Coast Guard third mate, or deck, license. Earning a deck license means you will learn to navigate a vessel, handle cargo, and operate and maintain a variety of ship systems.
