Marine Engineering Operations (MEO)
The following sequence of courses will be taken by candidates for the Bachelor of Science in Marine Engineering Operations.
FIRST YEAR STUDENTS
Fall Semester
- Eg-101 Fundamentals of Engineering Operations
- Hc-111 Composition
- Ms-101 Precalculus Mathematics
- Ns-101 Introduction to Nautical Science
- Et-101 Graphics
- Pe-114 Ocean Survival
- Pe-xxx Physical Education
Spring Semester
- Cs-150 Structured Problem Solving Using Computers
- Hc-112 Humanities I
- Ms-110 Technical Calculus I
- Na-152 Ship Structure and Stability
- Ps-102 Technical Physics I
- Physical Education
Cr-103 First Year Training Cruise
SOPHOMORES
Fall Semester
- Eg-261 Steam Generators I
- Eg-292 Diesel Power I
- Et-201 Fluid Power
- Hc-211 Humanities II
- Ps-201 Technical Physics II
Spring Semester
- Eg-234 Power Equipment Laboratory
- Eg-252 Machine Tool Operations I
- Eg-392 Diesel Power II
- Et-211 Thermodynamics I
- Et-371 Electrical Power I
- Et-452 Technical Communications
Cr-203 Sophomore Cruise (Cadet Shipping)
JUNIORS
Fall Semester
- Eg-321 Steam Turbines I
- Eg-243 Welding
- Eg-351 Machine Tool Operations II
- Eg-372 Electrical Power II
- Elective I
- Humanities/Social Science Elective
Spring Semester
- Ch-301 Chemical Principles
- Eg-382 Steam Power Systems I
- Md-310 Ship's Medicine
- Elective II
Cr-303 Junior Training Cruise
SENIORS
Fall Semester
- Eg-481 Refrigeration/Air Conditioning
- Eg-491 Diesel Power III
- Et-401 Automation and Control
- Elective III
- Humanities/Social Science Elective
Spring Semester
- Eg-422 Steam Power Systems II
- Oc-101 Intro to Ocean Science
- Eg-431 Gas Turbines
- Et-377 Engineering Economics
- Elective IV
- Technical Elective
Credits required for graduation: 148
Overview
- Concerned primarily with the operation and maintenance of marine and industrial steam and diesel power plants and with related electrical and refrigeration plants.
- Classroom studies are closely coordinated with practical shipboard experience and in laboratories.
- Successful completion of the program leads to the Bachelor of Science Degree and, after passing a federal examination, a USCG Third Assistant Engineer's license.
- Students majoring in this program may also enroll in any of the minor programs offered at the college.
- Graduates of this program are also eligible to apply for a Maine third class stationary power plant operator's license.
- Graduates gain employment with shipping firms throughout the world, and by power generation and energy production companies.
- Participation in the Regiment of Midshipmen is required.
- Our Loeb-Sullivan School of International Business & Logistics offers a special 4 + 1 option for obtaining a Master of Science degree for MMA graduates. Regardless of major, MMA B.Sc. degree recipients may apply to the Loeb-Sullivan graduate school for a one-year fast track to an advanced degree.