Certification
MCA
Who issues your official qualification
Recognition
Worldwide
Where your certificate is accepted. Check with your flag state for specific approvals.
Suitable For
Engineers entering yachting
Who the course is designed for
Experience Level
No experience required
Minimum experience needed to join
Duration
10 Days
Training days only, breaks are not included
Certificate Validity
Lifetime
How long your certificate stays valid
Why This
Course Matters
This package qualifies you for engineering roles on vessels where crew must also handle onboard security. With PDSD included, you meet ISPS Code requirements—making you more employable on commercial yachts, support vessels, and larger private boats.
Career
growth
& Salary Impact
Junior engineers earn $4,000–$5,000/month, with higher offers for candidates from technical or industrial roles. Career growth is fast: experienced engineers can reach $6,600–$8,800+, making this one of the most rewarding long-term roles on board.
Current Role
With this certification
Junior
Engineer +£2,000
Engineer +£2,000
Mechanic
Junior
Engineer +£2,600
Engineer +£2,600
Maintenance
Fitter
Fitter
Superyacht
Deckhand +£3,000
Deckhand +£3,000
Industrial
Engineer
Engineer
What You’ll
Learn
STCW Safety & Emergency Readiness
Train in personal survival, fire prevention, basic first aid, social responsibility, and security awareness—core requirements for any professional seafarer.
Technical Operations with AEC1
Develop core engineering skills including diesel engine operation, auxiliary systems maintenance, workshop practices, and pollution control.
Security Awareness & Operational Duties (PDSD)
Learn how to carry out assigned shipboard security tasks, monitor restricted areas, perform inspections, and follow procedures under the Ship Security Plan.
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100
What’s Included
Professional-grade firefighting, engineering, and sea survival equipment
Comprehensive course materials for all engineering and safety modules
Three meals a day, including daily hot lunch
Coffee station and snacks
Free rescheduling up to 7 days before course start
Shower facilities and fresh towels provided
Free on-site accommodation in a twin room
Branded training t-shirt
PREREQUSITES
Minimum age
18 years old
Meet Your
Instructors
Frequently
Asked Questions
Who are engineering packages designed for?
Engineering packages are ideal for career changers from land-based technical roles, such as mechanics, electricians, technicians, or engineers.
They’re also suitable for crew planning to work on small vessels, yachts, and workboats where multi-skilled engineers are essential.
Can I move into marine engineering without sea experience?
Yes. Many yacht engineers start from land-based mechanical or electrical backgrounds.
Engineering packages give you the marine-specific knowledge and certificates needed to make that transition safely.
Why should I choose an engineering package instead of just STCW?
STCW only covers safety and survival, not engineering ability. AEC1 and AEC2 formally certify that you understand marine engines and systems—fuel, cooling, electrics, lubrication, and maintenance—on paper. An engineering package combines STCW with AEC certification, giving employers proof, not assumptions, that you can work as an engineer.
Is marine engineering a good route on smaller vessels and yachts?
Yes. On small yachts and commercial vessels, engineers often handle engines, generators, pumps, electrics, and maintenance.
This makes engineering one of the most secure and versatile career paths at sea.
How much do junior yacht or small-vessel engineers earn?
Entry-level engineers typically earn USD 3,500–5,000 per month, depending on vessel type and experience.
Engineers on smaller vessels often gain hands-on experience faster, leading to quicker progression.
What’s the difference between the engineering packages?
- Essentials: Introductory marine systems and engine knowledge
- Standard: Deeper hands-on maintenance and fault-finding
- Complete: Strong foundation for long-term engineering progression
Each level increases responsibility, confidence, and job opportunities.
Do engineering packages include hands-on training?
Yes. Training focuses on real engines, tools, servicing, and fault-finding, not just classroom theory.
This is especially valuable for those transitioning from shore-based jobs.
Do I need a visa to take engineering courses in Thailand?
Most students attend on a tourist visa, which is sufficient for training.
If needed, Galileo Maritime Academy can provide a letter of enrolment.
Are tattoos or piercings an issue for engineering roles?
Usually less so than for interior roles. Small tattoos and piercings are generally acceptable.
What matters more is competence, safety awareness, and reliability.
Will an engineering package guarantee me a job?
No course guarantees employment. However, an engineering package gives you skills, certificates, and credibility that employers expect from entry-level marine engineers.
It puts you ahead of candidates with only STCW.
Graduate
Success Stories
“The practical training at Galileo prepared me better than I could have imagined for my first position. The instructors’ real-world experience makes all the difference.”
“Galileo graduates demonstrate excellent onboard training and professionalism. Their practical skills make them stand out from other candidates.”
“After comparing several schools, choosing Galileo was the best career decision I made. Their industry connections helped me secure a position within weeks of graduating.”
“After comparing several schools, choosing Galileo was the best career decision I made. Their industry connections helped me secure a position within weeks of graduating.”