A designated duty engineer DDE is defined by STCW as the engineer in charge of a watch in a periodically unmanned engine room. Under the United States regulations, the DDE may serve as a Chief Engineer on domestic vessels of not more than 500grt.
Designated Duty Engineer (DDE) of Unlimited Horsepower Course 267/MARTPT 157:
This course is designed to be undertaken by individuals who wish to improve their theoretical knowledge and proficiency in engineering subjects, and to complete in lieu of written examination at the USCG as listed below, or for additional sea time credit as listed below.
This DDE Course is taught at the well equipped MPT Campus in Fort Lauderdale, by USCG Approved, Experienced, Licensed Engineers who are passionate about sharing their knowledge, experience and skill. Students will be given an introduction to our full mission Transas Engine Room Simulator with the capabilities of simulating the following plants in real time.
Cruise Ship - Azipod Diesel Electric - Six Generators
CPR RO-PAX ferry -Medium Speed Diesel- Twin MAN 32/40
Product Tanker - Slow Speed Diesel - MAN B&W 6S60MC-C
Subjects taught in this course include:
Administration of the Engineering Department
Reading Prints & Tables
Thermodynamics
Principles of the Operation of Diesel Engines
Classification of Diesel Engines
Stationary Engine Components
Air Intake Systems
Exhaust Systems
Cooling Systems
Lubricating Systems
Fuel Oil & Fuel Oil Systems
Starting Systems
Governors
Heat Exchangers
Casualty Control, Safety Devices & Plant Operation
Auxiliary Boilers
Drive Systems
Pumps
Ballast & Bilge Systems
Refrigeration & HVAC Systems
Oily Water Separators
Compressed Air Systems
Evaporators & Distillers
Fuel Oil Filtration & Purification
Steering Gear
Control & Automation Systems
Materials & Workshop Equipment & Technology
Welding
Pipelines & Valves
Hydraulics
Hull & Deck Equipment
Ship Stability
Ship Construction & Repair
Sanitary & Sewage Systems
Steam Systems
Basic Electricity & Electrical Safety
Direct Current & Ohms Law
Batteries
DC Generators & Motors
Alternating Current
AC Alternators & Motors
Transformers
Motor Controllers
Circuit Measurement
Digital Multimeters
High Voltage Systems
Distribution Systems & Ships Lighting
Electric Propulsion
Electronic Systems
Risk Assessment & Engineering Safety
Fire Fighting Theory & Fire Prevention
Pollution Prevention
Legislative Requirements
Communication
Exams
This 4 week / 160 hour course is approved by the USCG for the following:
Any applicant who successfully completed your Designated Duty Engineer (DDE) Unlimited Horsepower (MARTPT-157) course within 1 year of application will:
OR
Application of this course for endorsment may be used for only one transaction.
none for course but to qualify for a license from USCG see checklists on the NMC site
You will be required to show ID (a passport is preferred). You should bring a laptop, scientific calculator, paper, pencil and highlighters for notes.
Keep doing what you're doing, was very impressed with how professional things were. I will definitely come back for any further classes I might need in the future.
I Love MPT, Great Staff and Great Facility!
Pete the teacher was absolutely awesome ..took the time for questions and I was even allowed to text him if I got hung up on a question studying at home .....Thanks pete I couldn't have don't it without you....