Upon successful completion the student will be able to solve problems involving whole numbers, fractions, and decimals, ratio and proportion, percentages, and problems involving roots and powers. Also included are simple formulas, metric measurement, and problems involving perimeter area and volume. The student will also be able to understand simple graphs, geometric construction, and some trigonometry.

Upon successful completion the student will be able to describe the Workers Compensation Act in the workplace with a description of safe work practices for trade's areas, and safely operate vehicles and auxiliary equipment.

Upon successful completion the student will be able to locate parts and service records, describe reports and record keeping using basic computer skills, and have the ability to sketch simple orthographic, isometric and working drawings. The learner will also be able to describe fits and tolerance.

Upon successful completion the student will be able to identify the basic properties of matter, and factors affecting energy. The student will also be able to explain simple machines and their operation and describe the basic properties of thermal energy.

Upon successful completion the student will be able to describe and identify mechanic's hand tools and measuring tools. It also teaches how to use fastening devices and how to cut and repair internal and external threads.

Upon successful completion the student will be able to describe hydraulic working principles and basic hydraulic systems, construction, and operation. The student will be able to perform hydraulic system maintenance.

Upon successful completion the student will be able to describe and service lubricating systems, cooling systems, induction systems, and exhaust systems. The student will know how to assemble an engine, how to start, stop, break in, and store engines. As well, the brakes, starting aids, and non-electrical starting systems.

Upon successful completion the student will be able to understand the basic principles of electricity and electromagnetism. The student will also know circuit characteristics and how to use basic test equipment. Construction and operation of lead acid batteries and how to service and test them is covered. The student will be able to repair charging systems, electrical systems, switches, solenoids, and gauges.

Upon successful completion the student will be able to describe the diesel engine and fuel ignition systems, methods of fuel metering, the construction and operation of governors, and the servicing and repairing of fuel injection nozzles.

The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers provides standards regarding emergency, occupational safety, and survival. The course provides these standards to meet minimum requirements for familiarization, basic safety, fire fighting, and survival in emergency situations.

This course teaches orderly abandonment of a vessel in an emergency situation; clearing the vessel; proper and effective use of equipment; and coordinating survival activities during rescue operation. The course is designed for certificated Officers and for certificated ratings. Such personnel are required to complete a comprehensive MED training program of which Survival Craft is one component.

Students will be introduced to Computer Aided Drafting using industry standard computer software. A selection of marine related assignments will assist students in progressing through the various skill levels. A final project will be assigned requiring a blue print plotted to scale. Prerequisites: Basic computer knowledge is recommended.

Introduces students to the applied sciences, which underlie modern technology. Students will study principles of physics, which include: motion, vectors, energy, momentum, heat, electricity and light. Students will also study the basic concepts of environmental science.

This course will ensure the student will safely and correctly start, operate and shut down equipment found on the job. There are three components to the course, first is classroom instruction, second is computer simulations of operating systems, and third is the actual operation of equipment in the workshop. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course introduces the students to power tools found in a mechanics and machinists area. The student will learn the purpose for, and the safe operation of machine power tools, both portable and standing. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course is for the student that has had no or limited exposure to oxyacetylene welding. In this course the student will learn the gases, components and procedures for oxyacetylene equipment. They also learn the correct technique to perform welds, braze and cut mile steel. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course is designed to introduce the student to the process and techniques of submerged metal arc welding. The course will be delivered at BCIT welding department with continued practical training at BMC. Students will learn about the equipment and techniques needed for the different welding procedures on various types of metals. The course has two parts, first the theoretical, the second is the practical component. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course will introduce the student to knots, bends and hitches, along with safe working loads of lifting equipment. The student will tie rope and select the correct equipment and rigging to safely lift loads. There are two parts to this course, first is the theory and second is a practical component in which the student must safely use lifting equipment. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course has two components. The theory component will explain the combustion process of both the two and four cycle diesel and gasoline engine. The second a practical component where the student will disassemble, identify, measure and report on the condition of the demonstration engine. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course will introduce the student to engine construction and rebuilding techniques and procedures. The course covers all parts related to an operational engine. Here the student will be assigned an operational engine, disassemble and diagnose all components. Produce a parts requisition, report on component and engine condition, and reassemble using proper procedures and techniques. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course will introduce the student to diesel engine emission regulations, CFC/HCFC/HFC regulations and the refrigeration process. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course will introduce the student to manufacture specific fuel injection systems. During this course the learner will be shown the similarities and differences between manufactures designs, servicing and repairing procedures. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course will focus on troubleshooting diesel engine performance. Troubleshooting procedures will be studied and applied to problems commonly encountered in diesel engine performance, such as hard starting, uneven running, lack of power, excessive oil and fuel consumption. Students will perform dynamometer testing procedures on engines and support systems to evaluate engine and support system performance. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course will familiarize the student to the workings of a marine gear. The course will explain clutches, gears, couplings and alignment. The student will then apply their knowledge in the work shop doing practical repairs and service of marine gear. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course has been designed to familiarize the student to electronic diesel engine management systems. The student will be exposed to various types of electronic wiring harnesses and connectors used in these systems. Special emphasis on harness repairs and troubleshooting techniques will be shown. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course will inform the student about BCIT policies such as, attendance and harassment. Introduce the student to the student association, tour the PMTC campus and familiarize the student to the Burnaby campus. Prerequisite: As per entry requirements.

This course using the Propulsion plant Simulator will provide students with the knowledge and practical operational skills to understand the general machinery layout, and read machinery system schematics to independently line up the following systems in preparation for start up: Sea Water Cooling, Compressed Air, Fresh Water, Bilge and Ballast, Lubrication Oil, Fuel, Potable Water and Engine Room Fresh Water Service, Sewage, Fuel and Lubrication Oil Filling and Transfer.

This certification course has been developed to meet Transport Canada requirements for Marine Advanced First Aid. Every seafarer who is designated to apply immediate advanced first aid in the event of an accident or illness on board must demonstrate competence to undertake the tasks, duties, and responsibilities as described: immediate action; first aid kits; body structure and function; toxicological hazards aboard ship; examination of the patient; spinal injuries; burns, scalds, and effects of heat and cold; fractures, dislocations, and muscular injuries; medical care of rescued persons, including distress, hypothermia, and cold exposure; radio medical advice; pharmacology; sterilization; cardiac arrest, drowning, and asphyxia; psychological and psychiatric problems; and patient assessment. Prerequisites from: (1) A current CPR-C certificate is recommended. (2) Participants must be 16 years of age and older. (3) Prereading strongly recommended. Prerequisites to: (1) Participants must be 16 years of age and older. (2) Pre-reading and picture ID required.

This course familiarizes you with basic design of oil and chemical tankers and their cargo handling systems. The contents of the course covers safe operating procedures on board oil and chemical tankers, as well as the hazards involved in the handling and carriage of crude oil, petroleum products, and chemical cargoes. There is a practical component to this course.

Students will develop written and oral communication skills, prepare memos, letters and reports. In addition students will become familiar with use of computer software such as Microsoft Word, Email, etc.

Presents a treatment of hydrostatics relating to flotation and ship stability, propulsion characteristics of ships and a description of the various forms of hull construction. The subject material includes significance of hull coefficients, second moment of areas and volumes, centers of pressure and basic ship stability. Presents construction and maintenance of the steel ship, including the arrangement of the main hull members, and the construction of the bow and stern of the ship. Introduces hull construction methods, including the watertight bulkhead, and strengthening the forward and aft ends of a ship and stresses caused by cargo, ballast and the sea. Students will study the conditions of assignment of a loadline, and the preparation of simple repair specifications. Prerequisite: Admission to the program.

Introduces differential and integral calculus of polynomial functions including appropriate support topics from algebra, analytical geometry, plane geometry, solid geometry, trigonometry and the theory of logarithms and exponential functions, transcendental functions, curve sketching, maxima and minima, areas and volumes.

Students will complete freehand sketches using multiview orthographic, one and two point perspective, and isometric projections including title blocks, lists of materials, drawing notes and the drawing change system.

This is the second of four courses in the program, that when combined will cover all of the topics required for Transport Canada Propulsion plant Level I training. This course introduces students to the Propulsion plant simulator and gives them practice at starting the Main and Auxiliary engines and carry out manoeuvering.

This course provides students with organizational skills to prepare key personnel and emergency response teams to deal with any emergency situation; assess damage to the vessel, evaluate degree of danger and coordinate the response to minimize the effect of the damage; coordinate response to an emergency situation on their own vessel, evaluate degree of danger and coordinate the response to minimize the effect of the damage; coordinate response to an emergency situation on their own vessel (and to other vessels) in distress. This course is designed for candidates for senior certificates of competency required for both deck and engine room positions. Prerequisites: MEDI 1500 and MEDI 1800 and MEDI 2500

The course teaches students to competently inspect and maintain all emergency equipment; maintain fixed fire detection and extinguishing systems, respond professionally to an emergency, keep a log of salient events during an emergency, control passengers and untrained personnel during an emergency; respond professionally to a distress call and execute a search and rescue of survivors; and conduct formal on board familiarization and training sessions. Prerequisites: MEDI 1500

Explores the Canada Shipping Act, legislation and regulations regarding safety, response to emergencies, quarantine, oil pollution prevention. The course covers legislation and regulations regarding the rights, privileges and obligations or crew, inspection, testing and maintenance of cargo gear, safe working practices, prevention of oil pollution, crew organization for emergencies.

Students will use ships stability data to calculate conditioned stability. In addition, effects of flooding, free surface and dynamic stability will be studied. Loadline conditions of assignment and tonnage rules will be investigated. Students will study ships structure and construction methods including ships repair and surveys. Prerequisite: Admission to the program.

This is the third of four courses in the program, that when combined will cover all of the topics required for Transport Canada Propulsion plant Level I training. This course reviews starting the MaK Propulsion Plant and then moves onto optimizing the MaK plant after Full Away. Analyze plant operation, detect faults, and trouble shoot in marine engineering systems. Knowledge in handling of Emergency and Pollution Control Procedures.

This is the fourth of four courses in the program, that when combined will cover all of the topics required for Transport Canada Propulsion plant Level I training. This course briefly reviews the material from the first three courses and then moves on to prepare the students to effectively deal with emergencies. The TC assessment is carried out at the end of this course.

Students will study regulations covering ship operation, insurance, bills of lading, customs procedures, Canadian Labor Code, health provisions and food, quarantine and deviation, the Criminal Code as it affects shipmasters, agents, salvage, obligations, of the Master in the event of disaster. Study also includes the ISM Code and it's implications. The ISM Code was created by the International maritime Organization (IMO). Its purpose is to improve the safety of international shipping and to address pollution from ships. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Years One and Two of the Marine Engineering Cadet program

Students will study the essential ideas and concepts of statistics, perform useful statistical methods and be aware of the applications of statistical analysis. Using quantitative methods, students will apply acquired skills and knowledge to maritime economics and shipping. Prerequisites: MEOC 1125

This course covers inorganic chemical fundamentals such as atomic structure, bonding, nomenclature, balancing equations (e.g. combustion) and the electrochemistry of batteries and corrosion. This is followed by a module on basic organic chemistry including the major organic families, the production of fuels and lubricants through fractional distillation, the production and control of static electricity and the environmental impact of spills. Subsequent modules cover the applied chemical and microbiological principles underlying domestic water treatment, sewage treatment and indoor air quality as they relate to ship systems. Each of these modules will cover the types of contaminants present, their analysis, their treatment and their health and environmental impact. The final module in the course covers topics relating to chemical safety including such topics of IMDG, WHMIS and Hazmat that will assist the students in recognizing the hazards of dangerous materials. Prerequisites: MEOC 1175

Students will study stability concepts which will include dry docking, shear force and bending moment, dynamic stability, damage condition and stress. Students will also study the theory of wave motion, pressure of liquids and their centroids. The course will include the calculation of loading cargo to minimum stress and optimize cargo using computer software. Prerequisite: Admission to the program.