USCG Exam PracticeWatch duties, terminology, and instrumentation
An applicant holds a national endorsement as Third Assistant Engineer (any horsepower) and wishes to obtain an STCW endorsement as Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch (OICEW). What additional seagoing service, if any, is required?
- A. 12 months of additional seagoing service in the engine department
- B. 24 months of additional seagoing service in the engine department
- C. 6 months of supervised engine room watchkeeping service
- ✓ No additional seagoing service is requiredCorrect
Why D is correct
46 CFR §11.329(e), Table 1, shows that a seafarer holding a Third Assistant Engineer (any horsepower) endorsement requires no additional sea service to apply for the STCW OICEW endorsement; the applicant must still satisfy the applicable competence and training requirements of §11.329(a)(3) and (a)(4).
Cited:46 CFR §11.329