First batch of BE Marine Tech. cadets disembark from Amet Univ.

The first batch of BE Marine Technology cadets of AMET University passed out on February 5. AMET is recognised as a pioneer in disseminating maritime education in India.

The 209 cadets who passed out with a marine technology degree have successfully completed the dual competency pre-sea training course which is a specialised programme providing training in both marine engineering and nautical science. It is a unique course that provides opportunity for the cadets to have onboard training for a period of 18 months (3 semesters) embedded in the courses curriculum.

Marine Technology includes both marine engineering and nautical science, where marine engineering deals with operation and maintenance of ship machinery and engines and ancillaries. Nautical science deals with a concern to concentrate on safe navigation of the ship and care for the cargo.

AMET University is the only institution in the country to conduct the programme in collaboration with A.P. Moller (Maersk) Singapore Pte Ltd, who completely sponsor the cadets all through their four years of professional education. On completion of this course, these cadets will join the ship as dual officers which is a unique position available only with Maersk, the shipping giant in the international shipping industry.

Dr Bjorn Kjerfve, President, World Maritime University, Sweden, was the chief guest at the function and gave away the medals of honour. Mr Bjarne Foldager, Managing Director, A.P. Moller Singapore Pte Ltd, presented the passing out certificates.

The Chancellor of AMET, Mr J. Ramachandran, presided over the function and Capt. S. Bhardwaj, Vice-Chancellor, welcomed the gathering. Mr Rajesh Ramachandran and Mr S. Karikalan of AMET University felicitated the guests.

Source : Exim News Service - CHENNAI, Feb. 8