CADET PROGRAM
CONTENT
1. Current Demand on Seafaring Professional
2. Programs (Diploma in Nautical Studies & Marine Engineering)
3. Entry Requirements
4. Recruitment Process
5. Career Progression
6. Program Fees
Shipping and World Trade
Involves 90 % of World Trade. For eg,
transporting oil, gas, raw materials,
manufactured goods and many more.
Shipping is the Life Blood of the Global Economy
The Operation of Merchant Ships Represents 5%
of Global Economy (More than US380 Billion)
Shipping and World Trade
•50,000 merchant ships trading internationally.
• Registered in over 150 nations
• Manned by over a million seafarers
Safety and Regulations
Shipping is the safest and most environmentally
benign commercial transport
Shipping is the least environmentally damaging
form of Commercial Transport
The safety of shipping is regulated by International
Maritime Organization (IMO)
INDUSTRY INSIGHT ON TENTH MALAYSIAN PLAN
TENTH MALAYSIAN PLAN
Nurturing, Attracting
and Retaining Top
Talent
Education and Training
Maritime
Infrastructure
1.
2.
3.
Transforming Malaysia from middle-income to high-income.
Comprehensive reform across the entire life-cycle of human capital development.
Skills training will be given special emphasis
1.
Allowing greater mobility of academics to conduct research and consultancy and
for industry practitioners to teach in universities.
1.
RM1 billion for the capital dredging of port channels to cater for bigger vessels
and upgrading works
Upgrading works of Westport, Port of Tanjung Pelepas and Penang Port, totalling
RM6 billion
2.
1.
Oil and gas
2.
3.
Enhancing skills (both technical and management) training in partnership with
industry;
Enhancing linkages in the downstream industries to optimise resources, facilities
and services
Expanding opportunities in logistics and maritime business activities;
Excerpts from Tenth Malaysia Plan (2011 – 2015)
CURRENT DEMAND ON SEAFARERS
Shortage of Seafarers
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BIMCO/ISF Manpower 2005 Updates, the world will be facing shortfall of 27,000 seafarers
(officer level) by the year 2015.
BIMCO – The Baltic International Maritime Council – world largest private shipping organization
with 2,720 members.
More than 50% of the officers employed on Malaysian flag foreign going vessels are expatriates.
Currently, there are about 4,000 Malaysian Registered Ship.
Opportunity in Tertiary Education in Malaysia
Form 5
Form 6
TOTAL
2009
407,594
49,802
457,396
2010
467,800
56,136
523,936
Notes:
1. Placement for students in local higher learning institutes (private and public) are est. 211,532
2. Malaysia needs 30% of its labor force with tertiary education to achieve the characteristics of first-world talent
base
The Programs
1. Course
Venue
Duration
Assessment
:
:
:
Diploma in Nautical Studies
Melaka Main Campus
6 Semesters
1st Year : Study at Campus
2nd Year : 12-month Sea Service
3rd Year : Study at Campus,
:
Internal Exams and Marine Dept Oral Exam for
Certificate of Competency Class 3 Watchkeeping
Officer.
The Syllabus Diploma in Nautical Studies
Semester 1
Semester 2
Business English
Mathematics I
Applied Science I
Navigation I
Navigation Instruments
Complementary Studies (Shipping)
Collision Avoidance (Level 1)
Introduction to Seamanship (Theory &
Practical)
Ship Construction I
Meteorology I
Malaysian Studies
Bahasa Kebangsaan A/B
Maritime English
Mathematics II
Applied Science II
Navigation II
Computer Application
Complementary Studies (Engineering)
Cargo Work I
Chart Work I
Signals I
Stability I
Collision Avoidance (Level 2)
Islamic Studies / Moral Education
Semester 3
Semester 4
Industrial Training (Sea Phase I )
Correspondence Course
Industrial Training (Sea Phase II)
Correspondence Course
Diploma in Nautical Studies
Semester 5
Semester 6
Mathematics III
Navigation III
Chart Work II
Cargo Work II
Signals II
Navigation IV
Ship Construction II
Project Paper I (Proposal)
Applied Science III
Stability II
Meteorology II
Seamanship I
Collision Avoidance Level 3
Navigation V
Project Paper II (Final)
The Programs
2. Course
Venue
Duration
Assessment
:
:
:
Diploma in Marine Engineering
ALAM Melaka Main Campus
6 Semesters
1st Year : Study at Campus
2nd Year : 12-month Sea Service
3rd Year : Study at Campus
:
Internal Exams and Marine Dept Oral Exam for
Certificate of Competency Class 3 Watchkeeping
Engineer
The Syllabus Diploma in Marine Engineering
Semester 1
Semester 2
English Language I
Mathematics I
Thermodynamics I
Applied Mechanics I
Electrotechnology I
Engineering Materials
Engineering Workshop Practice
Laboratory I
Engineering Workshop Skills I
(Hand & Power Tools; Machine Tools;
Fabrication, Welding & Cutting; Marine Plant
Maintenance)
English Language II
Mathematics II
Thermodynamics II
Naval Architecture & Ship Construction I
Marine Engineering Knowledge
Computer Application
Instrumentation
Engineering Workshop Skills II
(Hand & Power Tools; Machine Tools;
Fabrication, Welding & Cutting; Marine Plant
Maintenance)
Moral Study/Islamic Study
Semester 3
Semester 4
Industrial Training (Sea Phase I )
Correspondence Course
Industrial Training (Sea Phase II)
Correspondence Course
Diploma in Nautical Studies
Semester 5
Semester 6
Electrotechnology II
Engineering Drawing
Electronics
Naval Architecture and Ship Construction II
Applied Mechanics II
Laboratory II
Introduction to Management
Plant/Laboratory Training I
Bahasa Kebangsaan A/B
Engineering Design
Engineering Knowledge (Motor)
Engineering Knowledge (General)
Engineering Knowledge (Steam)
Marine Controls & Automation
Marine Electrical Practice
Plant/Laboratory Training II
Malaysia Study
Entry Requirements Diploma in Nautical Studies
Entry Requirements :
• SPM Examination with strong credits in :
• Bahasa Malaysia
• English Language
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Male or Female
• Single
• Age 17 – 25 years old
• Minimum height of 158cm and weight of 48kg for male applicants
(BMI: 18.5 – 24.9)
• Minimum height of 155cm and weight of 42kg for female applicants
(BMI: 18.5 – 24.9)
• Mentally and physically fit
• Not colour blind
• No visual aids (for DNS only).
Entry Requirements Diploma in Marine Engineering
Entry Requirements :
• SPM Examination or UK GCE O’Level equivalent with strong credits in :
• English Language
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Additional Mathematics
• National Language – Bahasa Malaysia (for Malaysian)
• Male or Female
• Single
• Age 17 – 25 years old
• Minimum height of 158cm and weight of 48kg for male applicants
(BMI: 18.5 – 24.9)
• Minimum height of 155cm and weight of 42kg for female applicants
(BMI: 18.5 – 24.9)
• Mentally and physically fit
• Not colour blind
• Vision : Maximum power allowed for DME is 200
Cadets Recruitment
• There is only One Intake per year : August
• Recruitment Exercise is held twice a year in :• January (application using SPM Trial Exam Results)
• April (application using actual SPM Exam Results)
• Short-listing is based on academic achievements and co-curriculum activities.
• Shortlisted Candidates will be called to attend Selection Process :
BMI, Colour
Blindness Tests
Assessments :
English,
Mathematics &
Physics
Structured
Interview
Process
Medical
Examinations &
Eye Tests
Admission
to ALAM
Training Quality Control (TQC)
Objectives
•
To enhance the education and training of merchant navy officers
•
To improve the cadets’ and officers’ performance and competency to
ensure the safety and reliability of operations onboard ships.
TQC For Diploma Programs
Pre-Entry
Pre-Entry Induction
ALAM’s Fitness Test
• Physical Fitness
(STCW B-I/9)
• Value Based
Assessment
• Structured
Interview
• Eye vision
(STCW A-I/9)
Entry Assessment
• Academic
Assessment
• Medical
examination
Minimum Entry
Qualification
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
• Lecturer’s
Assessment
• TARB progress
report
• Lecturer’s
Assessment
• End Semester
Exam
• Ship Master / Chief
Engineer to conduct
one- to-one
discussion with
cadets on their
progress and
feedback.
• End
Semester Exam
• Refer failed
paper/s
• GPA <2.70
Compulsory
Tutorial
• Passed all papers
before going for
shipboard training
• Practical
Competency
Check
•
• For DME – 1
month shipyard
exposure (optional)
• Enhanced Marine
related Project Paper
• GPA <2.70
Compulsory Tutorial
• Practical
Competency Check
•Pre-Semester 5
Entry Assessment
• Compulsory tutorial &
Streaming for failed
candidates
Deck Officer Training – STCW 2010
Manila Amendments
Deck Cadet
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Pre-Sea Approved
Training
Basic Training
Basic Training for
Oil and Chemical or
Basic Training for
Liquefied Gas
Tanker
ISPS Awareness
Designated
Security Training
Watchkeeping
Officer
WKO Approved
Training
• Proficiency in Survival
Craft and Rescue Boat
• Advanced Fire Fighting
• Medical First Aids
• Ship Security Officer
• ECDIS
• Radar Navigation and
Radar Ploting
• ARPA Operation
• ENA
• GMDSS
• Leadership &
Teamworking Skills
• Bridge Resource
Management
• Advance
Oil/Chemical/Gas
Chief Officer
Combined Master
and Mate Approved
Training
• Medical Care
• Radar/ARPA
Simulator
• Leadership and
Managerial Skills
Master
Master
• Refresher Courses
• Proficiency in
Survival Craft and
Rescue Boat
• Advanced Fire
Fighting
• Medical First Aid
• GMDSS
Engineering Officer Training – STCW
2010 Manila Amendments
Engine Cadet
Watchkeeping
Engineer
Pre-Sea Approved
Training
WKE Approved
Training
• Basic Training
• Basic Training for
Oil and Chemical or
• Basic Training for
Liquefied Gas
Tanker
• ISPS Awareness
• Designated
Security Training
• Proficiency in
Survival Craft and
Rescue Boat
• Advanced Fire
Fighting
• Medical First Aids
• Ship Security
Officer
• Leadership &
Teamworking Skills
• Engine Resource
Management
• Advance
Oil/Chemical/Gas
Second
Engineer
Officer
Combined Chief and
Second Engineer
Officer Approved
Training
• Medical Care
• Leadership and
Managerial Skills
Chief
Engineer
Officer
Chief Engineer
Officer
• Refresher Courses
• Proficiency in
Survival Craft and
Rescue Boat
• Advanced Fire
Fighting
• Medical First Aid
Career Progression
Chart
MERCHANT SHIP DEPARTMENT
DECK
ENGINE
CATERING
TYPE OF VESSEL
SHIP ORGANIZATION
CAPTAIN
DECK DEPARTMENT
ENGINE DEPARTMENT
CATERING DEPARTMENT
CHIEF ENGINEER
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CHIEF OFFICER
2ND ENGINEER
ADMIN/CATERING OFFICER
CHIEF STEWARD
2ND OFFICER
3RD ENGINEER
3RD OFFICER
4TH ENGINEER
DECK CADET
ENGINE CADET
BOSUN
OILER
ABLE SEAMAN
GREASER
COOK
GENERAL PURPOSE DECK
GENERAL PURPOSE ENGINE
GENERAL PURPOSE CATERING
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Deck Officer Career Progression
RM 450
RM 5000
RM 9000
RM 20000
Master
Chief Mate
Maritime Law, Codes & Conventions
Terrestrial & Celestial Navigation
Ship Stability & Construction
Cargo Management
Communication
Seamanship
3rd
RM 13000
Officer
• Combined Master & Mate
• Medical Care
• Leadership & Managerial
Skill
• Refresher Survival Craft
• Refresher Adv. Fire Fighting
• Ship Security Officer
• Survival Craft & Rescue Boats
• Advance Fire Fighting
• Medical First Aid
• GMDSS
• Bridge Resource Management
• Designated Security Training
• Advance Oil/Chemical/Gas
• Leadership & Teamworking
Skill
• Approved Pre-Sea Training
•Basic Training
•Basic Oil & Chemical / Gas
•Security Awareness
Deck Cadet
Age
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
Year
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
CAREER PROGRESSION AGE & SALARY PACKAGE
FOR DECK OFFICERS
RANK
AGE
SALARY RANGE
CAPTAIN
29 - 31 YEARS
RM20,000 – RM24,000
CHIEF OFFICER
27 - 29 YEARS
RM13,000 – RM20,000
2ND OFFICER
24 - 27 YEARS
RM9,000 – RM13,000
3RD OFFICER
21 - 24 YEARS
RM5,000 – RM9,000
CADET OFFICER
17 - 21 YEARS
BOSUN
19 - 23 YEARS
RM3,000 – RM4,500
ABLE SEAMAN DECK
18 - 23 YEARS
RM1,500 – RM3,000
Engineering Officer Career Progression
RM 450
RM 5000
RM 9000
2nd
Maritime Law, Codes & Conventions
Marine Power Plant – Motor/Steam
Marine Electronic & Communication
Naval Architecture
Control System
Pollution Prevention
4th Engineer
RM 13000
Engine Cadet
Chief
Engineer
Engineer
• Combined Master & Mate
• Medical Care
• Leadership & Managerial
Skill
• Refresher Survival Craft
• Refresher Adv. Fire Fighting
• Ship Security Officer
• Survival Craft & Rescue Boats
• Advance Fire Fighting
• Medical First Aid
• Engine Resource Management
• Designated Security Training
• Advance Oil/Chemical/Gas
• Leadership & Teamworking
Skill
• Approved Pre-Sea Training
•Basic Training
•Basic Oil & Chemical / Gas
•Security Awareness
RM 20000
Age
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
Year
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
CAREER PROGRESSION – AGE & SALARY PACKAGE,
RATING VS. CADET - ENGINE
JAWATAN
UMUR
TAWARAN GAJI
CHIEF ENGINEER
29 - 31 YEARS
RM20,000 – RM24,000
2ND ENGINEER
27 - 29 YEARS
RM13,000 – RM20,000
3RD ENGINEER
24 - 27 YEARS
RM9,000 – RM13,000
4TH ENGINEER
21 - 24 YEARS
RM5,000 – RM9,000
CADET ENGINNER
17 - 21 YEARS
OILER
19 - 23 YEARS
RM3,000 – RM4,500
ABLE SEAFARER
ENGINE
18 - 23 YEARS
RM1,500 – RM3,000
Program Fees
Diploma in Nautical Studies
Item
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
TOTAL
Tuition Fee
11,880
7,920
9,900
29,700
170
-
125
295
Food & Lodging
7,700
-
7,700
15,400
Training Materials & Simulator
Training
2,350
-
700
3,050
STCW78 Courses
7,972
-
4,271
12,243
Other Expenses including
Uniforms, Medical check-up,
seaman card, discharge book,
haircut etc.
2,594
-
1,918
4,512
Pocket Allowance
(RM200/month)
2,400
-
2,400
4,800
TOTAL
35,066
7,920
27,014
70,000
Registration & Certificates
Diploma in Marine Engineering
Item
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
TOTAL
Tuition Fee
12,870
5,940
13,530
32,340
125
-
110
235
Food & Lodging
8,400
-
8,400
16,800
Training Materials & Simulator
Training
2,350
-
700
3,050
STCW78
4,265
-
2,489
6,754
Other Expenses including
Uniforms, Medical check-up,
seaman card, discharge book,
haircut etc.
3,565
-
2,456
6,021
Pocket Allowance
(RM200/month)
2,400
-
2,400
4,800
TOTAL
33,975
5,940
30,085
70,000
Registration & Certificates
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