Embark on your journey to becoming a skilled Navigation Officer with the Marine Engineering Technology undergraduate diploma at Georgian College. This comprehensive program is meticulously designed in collaboration with Transport Canada Marine Safety and Security and leading shipping companies, ensuring you gain the specialized knowledge and practical skills essential for navigating merchant ships, managing cargo operations, and upholding the highest standards of maritime safety and environmental protection. You will develop a deep understanding of radar navigation, chartwork, and ship construction, preparing you for a dynamic career at sea or in related marine industries.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over three years, integrating theoretical learning with extensive practical application. You will engage in hands-on training in areas like practical seamanship, electronic positioning systems, and meteorology, alongside essential communications and mathematics courses. The curriculum includes three mandatory co-op work terms, providing invaluable real-world experience and networking opportunities. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared to pursue roles as a ship's Navigation Officer, contributing your expertise to government agencies and diverse marine-related sectors.