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Course Overview

The aim of the Bridging Course for Existing Electrical Officers is to enable eligible electrical officers to obtain the Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) in accordance with Regulation III/6 of the STCW Convention 2010.

ETOs play a critical role onboard, being responsible for the maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic, automation systems, including radio communications and electronic navigation aids on merchant ships.

Course at a Glance

Approved by D.G. Shipping, Govt of India
Approval Letter No: TR/A/30/2019 dated 15-Mar-2019
Duration 16 Days

Eligibility Requirements

Existing Electrical Officers
  • Must have completed at least 12 months of sea service as an Electrical Officer before 1st January 2012
  • Required to undergo this 3-week bridging course at a DGS-approved maritime training institute

Ex-Indian Navy Personnel
  • Must have completed 30 months sea service in Indian Navy
  • Plus 6 months of sea service in the Merchant Navy as an Electrical Officer
  • Must complete TAR Book and undergo the 3-week Bridging Course
Ex-Indian Navy Personnel
  • Must have completed 30 months sea service in Indian Navy
  • Plus 6 months of sea service in the Merchant Navy as an Electrical Officer
  • Must complete TAR Book and undergo the 3-week Bridging Course

All other candidates who do not meet the above must pursue the full 4-month Pre-Sea ETO Course as per DGS norms.

Course Content & Curriculum

All modules are taught by experienced maritime faculty with practical shipboard exposure.

  • Marine Electrical & Electronics Systems
  • Control Engineering & Automation
  • Navigation Equipment & Communications
  • Safety Systems & Fault Diagnosis
  • Simulator-based Practical Training

Required Documents for Enrollment

Please prepare the following documents for smooth enrollment:

  • Certificate of Competency (CDC) - 2 photocopies with sailing experience details
  • Valid Passport - 2 photocopies
  • Indian National Database of Seafarers (INDoS) - 2 photocopies
  • Recent Passport-size Color Photographs - 2 copies

Why Choose CMC

  • World-class facilities with T.S. Clarissa ship-in-campus
  • Experienced faculty of Chief Engineers and Captains
  • Placement support with leading shipping companies
  • Industry partnerships for practical training
  • Modern infrastructure with advanced simulators
  • Comprehensive development beyond academics

Bridging Course for Existing Electrical Officers to ETO

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  • Registration Fees ₹15000
  • Application Fees ₹500
  • Total Registration Fees: ₹15500
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