Diploma in Nautical Science
Other Engineering
A course by
NMIT
A comprehensive diploma for mariners seeking technical qualifications to become an Officer of the Watch, focused on nautical navigation, vessel operations, and safety in accordance with Maritime NZ and international (IMO STCW II/1) standards.
NZ$14,681
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Operate as Officer of the Watch
Graduates will be able to operate safely and effectively as a deck officer (OOW) on vessels, in compliance with STCW II/1 international standards.
Navigation and Watchkeeping
Students will demonstrate competence in navigation, passage planning, use of navigation aids, and accurate watchkeeping practices.
About This Course
The Diploma in Nautical Science provides mariners with the training necessary to operate as a Watchkeeper Deck officer and to achieve a Certificate of Competency as Officer of the Watch (STCW II/1). Delivered at NMIT's International Maritime Institute of New Zealand in Nelson, the programme uses state-of-the-art bridge, engineering, and firefighting simulators to develop practical and technical skills. Topics include navigation, meteorology, safety and survival, fire prevention, maritime law, and vessel operation. Graduates may progress to higher maritime qualifications or careers as officers on merchant vessels.
Course Content
- STCW Basic Safety Training
- Navigational Mathematics
- Navigational Physics
- Introduction to Meteorology
- Navigation - Offshore
- Passage Planning
- STCW Medical First Aid
- STCW Advanced Firefighting
- STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
- Cargo Handling and Stowage
- Compass Navigation
- Ship Construction
- Bridge Watchkeeping - Officer of the Watch (OOW)
- Vessel Operators - OOW
- Officer of the Watch Tasks
- Officer of the Watch Assignments
- Electronic Chart Display Information Systems (Generic)
- Electronic Navigation Aids
- STCW Global Maritime Distress and Safety System
- HELM (Human Element Leadership and Management)
- Maritime Legislation
- Ocean Meteorology
- Celestial Navigation
- Radar and ARPA Watchkeeping
- Ship Stability
Entry Requirements
Build towards these roles
Officer of the Watch (OOW) on merchant vesselsMaritime deck officerMarine navigation positionsProgression towards senior maritime qualifications
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