Engineer Officer: Engineer Watchkeeper
Obtain the Engineer Watchkeeper Certificate of Competency
AMC is your one-stop-shop for all the training required to obtain the Engineer Watchkeeper Certificate of Competency. The program is Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) approved, satisfies the international STCW95 convention and is internationally IMarEST accredited. The program is made up of the higher education Diploma of Marine Engineering (Watchkeeper) and the necessary short courses.
For detailed course, prices and date information please click on the below link
J1W Diploma of Marine Engineernig
Entry requirements
- Completion of AMC Pre-sea Training (Deck) or equivalent.
- Students with English as second language need on IELTS score of at least 5.5 or 5 overall.
- AMSA approved Medical requirements and eyesight test
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Students who intend to undertake an Australian Maritime Safety (AMSA) oral examination for a seagoing Certificate of Competency on completion of this course will be required to provide evidence of seatime to AMSA prior to undertaking the oral examination as per Marine Orders Part 3. A final seatime assessement is conducted at AMC during your course. For further information visit www.amsa.gov.au
Course Structure
Phase 3: Engineer Watchkeeper education and training inclulding STCW95 short courses (29 Weeks)
Qualification
Diploma of Marine Engineering (Watchkeeper)
Location
Launceston Campus, Tasmania, Australia
Scholarships available
To view the variety of scholarships available through AMC & UTAS, please visit the AMC Scholarships page.
How to apply
Australian & New Zealand students - please visit the AMC Online Application page for details on how to apply.
International Students – please visit the UTAS International Students Apply for Admission page.
Need further information?
Please complete the Online Enquiry Form and the most appropriate person will respond to you directly.



