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New Zealand Certificate in Marine Engineering Class 6

Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Subject area

Marine Craft Operation

Qualification

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Entry requirements

N/A

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the maritime industry with people who have the skills and knowledge required to operate and maintain engine room and auxiliary equipment to entry-level Marine Engineer Class 6 (MEC 6) standards under the Maritime NZ Seafarer Certification and Operational Limits Framework.
The qualification is intended for new entrants to the industry or engine room crew intending to progress to roles as marine engineer.
Graduates will generally operate under broad supervision from the chief engineer and the vessel master.

What graduates earn

Graduates who studied Maritime Engineering and Technology at this level can earn:

$71,000

Median earnings one year after study

$74,000

Median earnings two years after study

$75,000

Median earnings five years after study

Status one year after study

Employment rate two years after study

76%

Employment rate two years after study

Data as at April 14 2025

Contact details

Main Campus Office

Free phone: (800) 862284
Phone: (800) 862284
Email: quality@tepukenga.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Sources

NZQA supplies course information based on material from the provider.

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