Pre-sea courses are the entry route to a career at sea, taken before a first ship. Typically 2 years.
The Diploma in Marine Engineering, known as DME, is the two-year pre-sea route into the engine department for those entering with a diploma rather than a degree. It covers marine machinery, workshop practice, electrical systems and ship operation, with the mandatory safety courses included.
Marine engineer cadet, then MEO Class IV.
Approvals and durations as published by DG Shipping, and the duration can differ between institutes. Fees and batch dates are set by the institute.