MARINE ENGINE ROOM PREP (OILER)
OCCUPATIONAL ENDORSEMENT
Click here for Program Brochure!
This Occupational Endorsement is for students wanting to begin a career on large vessels working in the engine room as an USCG documented OILER.
With completion of this OE, completion of a 6 month sea time internship, and a written USCG examination, students receive a USCG Merchant Marine Document (MMD Z-card) with an OILER endorsement. This qualifies them for employment in the engine rooms of large U.S. vessels.
OILER is the "qualified" entry level position in the engine room. Program completers may find employment with the state ferry system, private ferries, cruise ships, seafood processors, tug boats, or any other large sea going vessel. This degree incorporates a six month un-paid internship at sea as part of the requirements.
Incoming students will have to pass a USCG background check, drug screen, and physical agility exam during the first semester. They will also have to pass a complete physical exam.NOTE: There is also an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree program for OILERS if you are interested in a degree from UAS.
The University has partnered with the Alaska Marine Highway System, Inland Boatman's Union to create this career training opportunity.
Program Information
- Must be at least 18 years old by the time you do the internship on board the AMHS ferry.
- Must pass a physically fit for sea duty test.
- Must pass a federal background security screening.
- Must get at least a C+ in all the required courses.
- There is a required 6 month internship on a state ferry (non-paid.)
- The USCG written oiler exam has to be passed after the internship.
- This program does NOT award sea time for completing the courses and is not USCG approved.
MARINE ENGINE ROOM PREPARATION
REQUIREMENTS (2011-2012 CATALOG)
| Minimum Credit Hours | 28 | ||
| DESL | S110 | Diesel Engines | 6 |
| DESL | S130 | Refrigeration & Air Conditioning | 2 |
| DESL | S161 | Applied Marine Hydraulics | 1 |
| DESL | S171 | Heavy Duty Electrical Systems | 3 |
| DESL | S180 | AC Power Generation | 3 |
| DESL | S261 | Marine Auxiliary Systems | 3 |
| DESL | S262 | Marine Auxiliary Systems Lab | 2 |
| DESL | S263 | Marine Transmissions | 3 |
| MT | S129 | Basic Safety Training | 2 |
| WELD | S120 | Basic Welding I | 3 |