How To Become ETO In Merchant Navy?

Why take the Electrical Technical Officer (ETO) course?

Are you looking for a career in seafaring? Why not take advantage of the ETO scholarship to specialize in marine electronics training? The need for electrical officers on merchant ships is increasing as ships grow in size and technological advancements continue.

During your training (three years and five phases, split between theoretical and practical training), your tuition fees will be fully paid, and you will receive a minimum of £800 per month in funding.

Electrical technicians are responsible for maintaining and repairing systems that contain electronic components. This includes complex control systems in the engine room, as well as radar and electronic chart systems on the bridge. Economic and Trade Offices are also involved in shipping operations, and the scope of their tasks varies depending on the type of vessel being transported.

You will be ranked according to your experience and qualifications, with each level bringing more responsibility. As an electrical apprentice, you will start at the bottom and work your way up:

Senior Technical Officer (STO): This position supervises the STO team on board and is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of all electrical and electronic equipment.

OET – Maintains a wide range of complex electronic and electrical equipment, taking on technical challenges such as troubleshooting.

The Electrical Technician position is relatively new in the industry, so the duties of both junior and senior Electrical Technicians may vary depending on the type of vessel.

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ETO course requirements

Institutions offer different degree course pathways, but candidates must provide at least the following:

Four qualifications, including Maths, English, and at least one science subject:

High School Leaving Certificate: 4-9

National Level 5: A-C

Standard Grades: 1-2

HNC/HND Entry Requirements

At least four GCSE/Standard/National Level 5, including Maths/English and at least one science subject.

They also accept applicants who have completed the Naval Cadet Preparatory Course or are currently continuing their studies.

Entry Requirements: Foundation Degree (FD)/Scottish Professional Diploma (SPD)

In addition to the qualifications listed for HNC/HND, you must also have a minimum of 48 UCAS points at Advanced or A Level, including Maths and/or Physics. Pathway

Entry requirements for the BSc Honours programme

In addition to the HNC/HND qualification criteria, you must have 104 UCAS points for a Higher Diploma, an A-level Diploma, and/or a Degree Certificate (which, for Engineering, must include a Mathematics subject).

Our team of trainees will assess applications, and selected candidates will be invited to interview at one of our national offices.

Selected candidates will be offered a training place with one of our sponsoring companies and placed at a partner maritime school across the UK.