Marine Engineering
About our programmes
Marine engineering students at MTC have a unique opportunity to study under the guidance of highly-experienced faculty and to develop their skills in an authentic marine engineering environment. MTC has excellent facilities supplied by the Royal Navy of Oman and students also regularly visit their naval bases.
The Advanced Diploma/DipHE and Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) programmes are based on curricula which have been designed to international standards and are accredited by the UK Engineering Council. Developed in close liaison with the University of Portsmouth, the programmes have well defined career development pathways for graduates with specialisations in Mechanical, Hull, Control, Electrical, and Radar, Radio & Communications upon joining the Royal Navy of Oman. Oman is a maritime nation. Graduates of MTC will benefit in receiving a nautical engineering experience which will prepare them for exciting careers.
Accreditation
Advanced Diploma/DipHE and BEng programmes in Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Hull Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Radar, Radio and Communications Engineering are accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (iMarEST).
Advanced Diploma/DipHE and BEng programmes in Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering are accredited by the Energy Institute (EI).
Advanced Diploma/DipHE and BEng programmes in Hull Engineering and Mechanical Engineering are accredited by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (iMechE).
Awards and Certificates
Students are awarded an Advanced Diploma on successful completion of Level 7 of the Oman Qualifications Framework (OQF) and a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours on successful completion of Level 8.
Students are also awarded a Diploma of Higher Education and/or Bachelor’s Degree with Honours from the University of Portsmouth on completion of the equivalent Levels 3, 4 and 5 (DipHE) and Level 6 (Bachelor’s Degree) of the UK Framework of Higher Education Qualifications (UK FHEQ).
Students also receive a Certificate of Completion of Training Needs Analysis on successful completion of all TNA requirements.
Delivery and Assessment
Courses are delivered through a variety of methods on- and off-campus, including lectures, tutorials, demonstrations and simulations, case studies, practical work (fieldwork, workshop, laboratory activities) and project development. Students are expected to work individually, in groups and to undertake self-study.
Course assessment is structured around reports, essays, portfolios, presentations and examinations.
A key element of each programme is the development and assessment of Training Needs Analysis (TNA) competencies. TNA training may be delivered and assessed in academic modules, individual modules or during Department Specific Activities (DSA).
Graduate Destinations
MTC, in coordination with the beneficiaries, ensures that its graduates have career opportunities after graduation in accordance with the accepted programme and the regulations.
Marine Engineering Foundation Year
The Marine Engineering Foundation Year aims to equip you with the core knowledge and skills needed to complete your diploma and/or degree programme. You will be introduced to engineering-specific areas of learning which include science and mathematics, engineering analysis, design and innovation, the engineer and society, engineering practice and use of engineering design software applications, and technical equipment and systems that will support your learning in your marine engineering pathways. You will also benefit from specialised English language support that is designed to help you communicate orally and in writing in academic and professional engineering contexts. In addition to classroom and laboratory learning, the Foundation Year also provides an introduction to hand skills that forms the basis of the future practical training you will receive in order to meet competency needs of the Oman Ministry of Defence.
Control Engineering
There are many systems that need to be controlled in a marine environment, such as engine operation processes, navigation and weapons systems. The Control Engineering pathway at MTC focuses on the stand-alone and integrated systems used for different aspects of weapon engineering operations including guided missiles and gun fire control systems. Control engineers and technicians are trained to design, develop and maintain equipment which ensure that the electronic and weapon control systems on a ship operate efficiently and safely. They may be involved in developing and programming software, analysing data, writing technical reports and ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures. Interdisciplinary skills are required in order to work effectively with both machinery and while liaising on a team.
On the Control Engineering pathway students will:
- learn about a range of electronic/weapon marine control systems including analogue and digital, circuit simulation and measurement, embedded computer systems, and instrumentation and control
- gain the skills and knowledge to develop and troubleshoot such control systems
- gain practical insight and exposure to real systems during your attachment to Royal Navy of Oman ships, dock yards and other organisations
- undergo practical, hands on training that will help you meet TNA competencies
Programmes & Awards
- Advanced Diploma of Marine Engineering (Control)
- Honours Degree of Bachelor of Marine Engineering (Control)
Electrical Engineering
Marine engineers and electrical technicians hold important positions in the technical hierarchy of a ship. Their expertise in the electrical field is required to ensure correct and efficient functioning of the automations and electrical systems on board, as well as the overall safety of the vessel. Their work involves, but is not limited to, inspecting electrical equipment to prevent or deal with breakdown occurrences, operating procedures related to all on board electrical instruments and their control panels, and routine maintenance of auxiliary systems. To carry out required duties, a comprehensive knowledge of wiring, cables, circuit design and electrical power systems applicable to a marine environment is required, in addition to excellent troubleshooting, technical and repair capability. Specialists in marine electronics must also be familiar with industry design standards and regulatory safety guidelines.
On the Electrical Engineering pathway students will:
- develop your knowledge across a range of subjects from engineering mathematics to systems analysis and design
- acquire skills to operate and maintain generators and alternators, switchboards, cabling, transformers, rectifiers, motors and instrumentation control systems for various machines and systems
- undergo practical, hands-on training at the MTC workshops that will help them meet TNA competencies
- spend time off campus on Royal Navy of Oman ships and repair yards
Programmes & Awards
Hull Engineering
Marine engineers and hull technicians are involved in designing, building and maintaining the core structure of a ship. This includes analysing water flow around the ship’s hull, measuring and monitoring hull stress, and assessing the behavior of ships in waves. Hull engineers and technicians are responsible for the metalwork on shipboard structures and for operating and maintaining systems such as plumbing and sanitation. They are expected to be skilled at fabrication, welding applications, mechanical installation and to be able to resolve any technical issues related to a ship’s structural components. This work may be performed indoors, in dockyards or at sea in varying weather conditions. Therefore, specialists in hull engineering must be adaptable to working under harsh environmental circumstance.
On the Hull Engineering pathway students will:
- study a range of specialised marine engineering subjects including naval architecture, hull structure, and mechanical systems
- produce mathematical and computer models of marine machinery and engineering systems
- design and build a model ship
- gain valuable onboard operating experience during your attachment to Royal Navy of Oman ships, dock yards and other maritime organisations
- undergo practical, hands on training that will help them meet required TNA competencies
Programmes & Awards
Mechanical Engineering
Marine engineers and mechanical technicians are essential to the efficient and reliable operation of ships and thus require a deep understanding of the importance of marine engineering for the design, construction, and repair and maintenance of marine systems. Overall, they are responsible for the power supplies and mechanical functionality of ships and are involved in the analysis, design, manufacture and maintenance of core marine systems in collaboration with other marine engineering specialists. These can include engines, gearboxes, auxiliary machines, refrigeration, air conditioning and ventilation, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and control systems. They conduct performance and operational tests of machinery and equipment, ensuring it is in compliance with required standards, and are required to prepare technical reports, cost estimates, work requests and repair schedules. Mechanical engineering specialists working in a marine environment often facilitate liaison between teams, so they must be able to apply engineering knowledge and skills to communicate effectively.
On the Mechanical Engineering pathway students will:
- gain experience of design methodology for the design and manufacture of marine systems
- study advanced mathematics and core engineering principles of thermofluids, statics and dynamics, and strength of materials to analyse and solve complex engineering problems
- study marine engineering and control systems that involve the transfer and usage of thermal energy and mechanical power
- undergo practical, hands on training that will help them meet TNA competencies
Programmes & Awards
Radar, Radio & Communications Engineering
Marine communications depend on skilled engineers and technicians to design and maintain ship communication and navigation equipment including Radar and Satellite Communications Systems (RACE), Global Positioning System (GPS) and Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS). RACE professionals are responsible for developing, installing, servicing and providing technical support to marine vessels and thus require extensive technical expertise in a range of communication and navigation systems.
On the Radar, Radio & Communications Engineering pathway students will:
- learn about Data and Voice Communications and Radio Direction and Ranging (Radar) covering both civil and military systems
- develop knowledge and skills in analogue and digital electronics, propagation of electromagnetic waves and antennas, data and computer networks, instrumentation and control
- build and configure radar systems to detect and range air and sea-based vehicles
- undergo practical hands-on training that will help them acquire TNA competencies
Programmes & Awards