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CAREER AND EMPLOYMENT PROSPECTS FOR OIL-RIG-JOBS and SHIPPING-JOBS
There is a worldwide shortage of suitably qualified and experienced Marine Electrical and Electronics personnel for oil-rig-jobs. Positions exist within the Merchant Marine for Electrical Engineering Officers and ElectroTechnical Officers (ETO’s), similarly there are very good opportunities within the Offshore oil drilling industry for rig-jobs, the expanding Super and Mega Yacht market, as well as in marina and boatyards worldwide.
Salary levels vary between USD$35K to USD$50-60K for Merchant Marine positions with a basic 4 months on 2 months off system, and USD$70K to $US85K for 28 day on, 28 day off rotation within the offshore oil-rig-jobs and drilling positions.
The oil-rig-jobs work can be demanding and challenging, and if you have good technical and troubleshooting skills, it is also professionally and financially rewarding. Students completing course will be provided with advice and assistance on job placement and introduced to reputable maritime employment agencies.
The Marine Electrical School cannot guarantee success in securing suitable employment. Prior to gaining seagoing employment other STCW 95 compliant safety courses (survival etc) will be required and the nearest maritime college should be contacted for course information We are frequently contacted for details of prospective candidates for offshore oil-rig-jobs positions.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL AND COURSE TUTOR
The Founder, Principal and Course Tutor is John Payne FISTC, LCGI, FIDiagE. He is author of The Marine Electrical and Electronics Bible, The Motorboat Electrical And Electronics Manual and the new Understanding Boat Electrics series. He commenced a seagoing career initially as a Marine Engineer and then Electrical Officer on a variety of vessel types including highly automated and computerized refrigerated cargo vessels. After transferring into Dynamically Positioned (DP) Dive Vessels and DP Drillships, worked for several leading offshore drilling companies on a variety of rig types specializing in DP and Deepwater, both in offshore electrical roles and as onshore Maintenance Supervisor, responsible for writing and implementing Planned Maintenance Systems and providing technical support. He has formal HSE Safety Management qualifications and is a Lead Auditor for ISO9000 Quality Management Systems and International Safety Management (ISM) Code for Shipping. He has been employed by one the world's leading maritime consultancy companies and been engaged in Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and trials of the worlds most advanced DP deepwater drilling installations and their systems, trials of new vessels, rigs and their DP and electrical power management systems. He is a Marine Surveyor and has acted as an Electrical and Automation Expert Witness in several major maritime litigation cases. As a formally qualified Technical Author and Writer he has been involved in defining and writing maintenance and operating manuals for a range of projects including military helicopters, hydrographic survey vessels, submarine sonar systems, railroad High Voltage systems and Information Technology. He has also completed formal studies in Training and Development, and is a Fellow of the Institute of Scientific and Technical Communicators. Currently he is the Commissioning Manager for the BP Thunderhorse Project, the worlds largest ever floating production and drilling rig.
Module 201 Basic Low Voltage Electrical Safety Module 202 Ship Systems A - Power Generation and Distribution Module 203 Ship Systems B - Auxiliary Equipment and Systems Module 204 Ship Automation, Control and Safety Systems Module 205 Navigation Equipment and Communication Systems Module 206 Maintenance Management and Technical Communications Diploma in Marine Electrical and Electronics Engineering Shipping and oil-rig-jobs start here Module 301 DP Systems, Electrical Propulsion and Power Management Module 302 High Voltage Electrical Safety Certificate Module 303 Hazardous Area Electrical Systems Module 304 Drilling Equipment and Rig Systems PART B - Certificate in Marine Electrical and Electronic Engineering Introduction This course and modules are specifically designed for all those who are planning to enter the commercial shipping world or oil-rig-jobs and those who want to develop their skills. The modern commercial vessel is very complex, with electrical and electronics systems being critical to reliable and efficient performance. Management of ship electrical systems requires a good understanding of marine engineering systems along with an ability to diagnose and resolve problems rapidly under pressure. This certificate also provides an essential introduction to offshore systems that you need to know before you get any oil-rig-jobs.
Module 201 - Basic Electrical Safety At the completion of this module you will understand the requirements for Low Voltage Safety, Rules and Regulations (OSHA), Electric Shock and Effects, Electrical Burns, First Aid and CPR, Flash and Burn Protection, Rubber Insulating Equipment, Insulated Tools, Safety Signs and Barriers, Voltage Measurements, Definitions and Terminology, Permit To Work Systems, Work Organization and Risk Assessment, Energy Control Systems (Isolation, Lockout, Tagout), Testing and Maintenance, Portable Appliance and Extension Lead Safety (Requirements, Testing, Safe Work Practices). A LV Basic Electrical Safety Theory Certificate will be issued on successful completion, and a full LV Basic Electrical Safety Certificate will be issued on proof of completion of CPR Certificate from recognized training provider (i.e. Red Cross etc.) Full time courses in Basic Electrical. Shipping and oil-rig-jobs start here
Module 202 - Ship Systems A - Power Generation and Distribution At the completion of this module you will understand the requirements of Class Societies and Surveys, High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) Power Generation and Distribution Systems, Diesel Generator Control Systems, Gas and Steam Turbine System, Main and distribution Switchboards, Paralleling and Load Sharing, Protection Systems, AVR’s, Governor Systems, Earthing Systems, Transformers, Single and Three Phase Motors and Starters, DC Motors and Control, Backup Power Supplies and UPS, Emergency Generators. Shipping and oil-rig-jobs start here
Module 203 Ship Systems B - Auxiliary Equipment and Systems
At the completion of this module you will understand the operational principles of auxiliary ship systems including Class Society and Survey requirements, Steering Gear, Ballast Control Systems, Inert Gas Systems, HVAC Systems, Galley and Laundry Equipment, Deck Cranes, Winches and the Windlass, Elevators, Sewage Treatment Systems, Desalination Systems, Bilge Control Systems and Oily Water Separators (and MARPOL requirements), FW and SW Systems, Automatic Valves, Cathodic Protection Systems, Boiler Control Systems, Fuel Treatment Systems. Shipping and oil-rig-jobs start here
Module 204 Ship Automation, Control and Safety Systems At the completion of this module you will understand Class and Survey requirements, Automatic Control Principles, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC's), Bridge and Engine Unattended Machinery Space (UMS) Control, Machinery Surveillance and Monitoring Systems, Fire and Gas Detection Systems, Fire Control Systems (Sprinkler, CO2 etc.), Tank Gauging Systems, Tank Discharge Monitoring Systems, Engine Telegraphs and Recorder Systems, Safety Systems (Alarm Systems, Lifeboats equipment etc). Shipping and oil-rig-jobs start here
Module 205 - Navigation Equipment and Communication Systems At the completion of this module you will understand the requirements of SOLAS, Navigation Lighting and Control, Radar Systems, GMDSS and Radio Equipment, Autopilots, Depth Sounders, Speed Logs, Position Fixing Equipment (GPS), Gyro Compass and Repeaters, Instrumentation (Rudder Position Indicator, Rate of Turn Indicator), Console Alarms and Monitoring Systems, Morse and Aldis Signaling Lamps, Automatic Fog Horn Systems, Wiper and Clearview Screens. Shipping and oil-rig-jobs start here
Module 206 - Management, Maintenance and Technical Communications
At the completion of this module you will understand how to manage Shipboard Electrical Systems and Departments on various ship types (Cruise Liners, Tankers, FPSO, Reefer Vessels, Bulkers etc.), Spare Parts Management and Procurement, the implementation of Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS) and Maintenance Principles, the management of Onboard Technical Documentation, Technical Communications Principles and how to apply them to technical reports and procedures. Shipping and oil-rig-jobs start here Diploma in Marine Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Introduction This course and modules are specifically designed for all those who are planning to enter the offshore world or those who want to develop their ship skills to a higher level. The modern offshore rig or installation is very complex, with electrical and electronics systems being critical to reliable, efficient, safe and economic performance. The safe management of rig electrical systems requires a good understanding of the mechanical and marine engineering systems along with an ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems rapidly under strong commercial and safety pressures and where downtime costs are significant. Shipping and oil-rig-jobs start here
Module 301 DP Systems, Electrical Propulsion and Power Management At the completion of this module you will understand Dynamic Position (DP) Principles, Systems Redundancy Principles, DP Awareness, Reference Systems (DGPS, Acoustics, Gyro, Wind, VRU, Tautwire etc.), Electric Propulsion, AC Drives, Variable Pitch Systems, Thruster Control Systems, Podded Thrusters, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), System Testing and Trials, Power Management Systems, Networks and Fiber Optics, Blackout Prevention, ESD Systems etc. Shipping and oil-rig-jobs start here
Module 302 High Voltage Electrical Safety Certificate This course is specifically designed for marine High Voltage installations and environments (Drilling Rigs, FPSO, PipeLay Vessels, Cruise Liners etc.). At the completion of this module you will understand the risks and hazards of High Voltage (HV) electrical systems, the rules and regulations (OSHA), Causes and Effects of HV Electrical Hazards, HV Electric Shock and Effects, Electrical Burns, Emergency Care, Incident Management, Flash and Thermal Blast Protection, Rubber Insulating Equipment, Operating and Live Line Sticks, Rescue Rods, Insulated Tools, Safety Signs and Barriers, Measuring Equipment, HIV Testing and Grounding Procedures and Equipment, HV System Architecture and Design, HV Power Management Systems, Transformers, Control and Switching, Rotating Machinery, HV Equipment and Systems (Switchgear, Protection), Definitions and Terminology, Permit To Work Systems, Work Organization, Work Near HV Systems, HV Energy Control Systems (Isolation, Lockout and Tagout), High Voltage Equipment Maintenance. A HV Electrical Safety Theory Certificate will be issued on successful completion, and a full HV Electrical Safety Certificate will be issued on proof of completion of CPR Certificate from recognized training provider (i.e. Red Cross etc.) and attendance at a One Day Short Course. Shipping and oil-rig-jobs start here
Module 303 Hazardous Area Electrical Systems At the completion of this module you will understand the risks presented by hazardous areas, including the Rules and Regulations, Principles of Explosion Protection, Classification of Zones, Explosion Groups and Gases, Temperature Classifications, Types of Protection, Flameproof Enclosures, Increased Safety, Pressurized Apparatus, Intrinsic Safety, Intrinsic Safety Instrumentation and Equipment Installation, Certification and Marking, Installation Methods, Bonding and Potential Equalization Systems, Inspection and Testing, Maintenance Procedures, Cable Glands, Corrosion Proofing, Lighting Systems, Motors in Hazardous Areas. Shipping and oil-rig-jobs start here Module 304 Drilling Equipment and Rig Systems At the completion of this module you will understand the different drilling rig environments (Semi-submersibles, Jack-ups, Drillships, Platforms), the MODU Code, Classification Societies, Drilling Systems, SCR Systems, AC Drives, Riser Tensioner Systems, Drillstring Compensators, Drawworks and Braking Systems, Derrick Systems and Zone Management Principles, Top Drives, Rotary Tables, Automated Drilling Systems, BOP Control Systems and Principles, Pipe Handling and Racking Systems, Iron Roughnecks, Diverter Systems, Flare Booms, Mud Pumps, Bulk Systems, Mud Treatment (Shaleshakers) and Storage, Communications Systems, Lighting Systems, Hydraulic Power Units, Compressed Air Systems, Gas Detection and ESD Systems, Ballast Control Systems, Watertight Door Systems, Managing Third Party Contractors, maintenance and troubleshooting principles. Oil-rig-jobs start here
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