Career Details

STCW - RFPEW

Description

The STCW - Rating Forming Part of a Engineering Watch (RFPEW) is the senior most rating in the engine room and the entry level for any merchant marine Engineering Officers License. Each STCW - RFPEW rating must be endorsed separately, unless one qualifies for all ratings. STCW - RFPEW duties include, but are not limited to, inspection of equipment such as pumps, turbines, distilling plants, and condensers; lubrication and maintenance of generators, steering systems, lifeboats, and sewage disposal systems; cleaning and restoration of tools and other equipment.

Certifying Organization

United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? No

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes

Certificates

Certificate name

STCW - Second Engineer Officer (1st AE) 3000 kW/4000 HP or More Management Level

Certifying Organization

United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

STCW - Second Engineer Officer (1st AE) Between 750 kW/1000 HP and 3000 kW/4000 HP

Certifying Organization

United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center

Type

B - Advanced

Certificate name

STCW II/1 - OICNW 500 GT or More Operational Level

Certifying Organization

United States Coast Guard National Maritime Center

Type

B - Advanced

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