CADET PROGRAM

CONTENT

1. Current Demand on Seafaring Professional

2. Programs (Diploma in Nautical Studies & Marine Engineering)

3. Entry Requirements

4. Recruitment Process

5. Career Progression

6. Program Fees

Shipping and World Trade

Involves 90 % of World Trade. For eg, transporting oil, gas, raw materials, manufactured goods and many more.

Shipping is the Life Blood of the Global Economy

The Operation of Merchant Ships Represents 5%

of Global Economy (More than US380 Billion)

Shipping and World Trade

• 50,000 merchant ships trading internationally.

• Registered in over 150 nations

• Manned by over a million seafarers

Safety and Regulations

Shipping is the safest and most environmentally benign commercial transport

Shipping is the least environmentally damaging form of Commercial Transport

The safety of shipping is regulated by International Maritime Organization (IMO)

INDUSTRY INSIGHT ON TENTH MALAYSIAN PLAN

TENTH MALAYSIAN PLAN

Excerpts from Tenth Malaysia Plan (2011 – 2015)

Nurturing, Attracting and Retaining Top Talent

1. Transforming Malaysia from middle-income to high-income.2. Comprehensive reform across the entire life-cycle of human capital

development.3. Skills training will be given special emphasis

Education and Training 1. Allowing greater mobility of academics to conduct research and consultancy and for industry practitioners to teach in universities.

Maritime Infrastructure

1. RM1 billion for the capital dredging of port channels to cater for bigger vessels and upgrading works

2. Upgrading works of Westport, Port of Tanjung Pelepas and Penang Port, totalling RM6 billion

Oil and gas

1. Enhancing skills (both technical and management) training in partnership with industry;

2. Enhancing linkages in the downstream industries to optimise resources, facilities and services

3. Expanding opportunities in logistics and maritime business activities;

CURRENT DEMAND ON SEAFARERS

Opportunity in Tertiary Education in Malaysia

Notes: 1. Placement for students in local higher learning institutes (private and public) are est. 211,5322. Malaysia needs 30% of its labor force with tertiary education to achieve the characteristics of first-world talent

base

Shortage of Seafarers

• BIMCO/ISF Manpower 2005 Updates, the world will be facing shortfall of 27,000 seafarers (officer level) by the year 2015.

• BIMCO – The Baltic International Maritime Council – world largest private shipping organization with 2,720 members.

• More than 50% of the officers employed on Malaysian flag foreign going vessels are expatriates.• Currently, there are about 4,000 Malaysian Registered Ship.

Form 5 Form 6 TOTAL

2009 407,594 49,802 457,396

2010 467,800 56,136 523,936

The Programs

1. Course : Diploma in Nautical StudiesVenue : Melaka Main CampusDuration: 6 Semesters

1st Year : Study at Campus2nd Year : 12-month Sea Service3rd Year : Study at Campus,

Assessment : Internal Exams and Marine Dept Oral Exam for Certificate of Competency Class 3 Watchkeeping

Officer.

The Syllabus - Diploma in Nautical Studies

Semester 1 Semester 2

Business EnglishMathematics IApplied Science INavigation INavigation InstrumentsComplementary Studies (Shipping)Collision Avoidance (Level 1)Introduction to Seamanship (Theory & Practical)Ship Construction IMeteorology IMalaysian StudiesBahasa Kebangsaan A/B

Maritime EnglishMathematics IIApplied Science IINavigation IIComputer ApplicationComplementary Studies (Engineering)Cargo Work IChart Work ISignals IStability ICollision Avoidance (Level 2)Islamic Studies / Moral Education

Semester 3 Semester 4

Industrial Training (Sea Phase I )Correspondence Course

Industrial Training (Sea Phase II)Correspondence Course

Diploma in Nautical Studies

Semester 5 Semester 6

Mathematics IIINavigation IIIChart Work IICargo Work IISignals IINavigation IVShip Construction IIProject Paper I (Proposal)

Applied Science IIIStability IIMeteorology IISeamanship ICollision Avoidance Level 3Navigation VProject Paper II (Final)

The Programs

2. Course : Diploma in Marine EngineeringVenue : ALAM Melaka Main CampusDuration: 6 Semesters

1st Year : Study at Campus2nd Year : 12-month Sea Service3rd Year : Study at Campus

Assessment : Internal Exams and Marine Dept Oral Exam forCertificate of Competency Class 3 WatchkeepingEngineer

The Syllabus - Diploma in Marine Engineering

Semester 1 Semester 2

English Language IMathematics IThermodynamics IApplied Mechanics IElectrotechnology IEngineering Materials Engineering Workshop PracticeLaboratory IEngineering Workshop Skills I (Hand & Power Tools; Machine Tools; Fabrication, Welding & Cutting; Marine Plant Maintenance)

English Language IIMathematics IIThermodynamics IINaval Architecture & Ship Construction IMarine Engineering KnowledgeComputer Application InstrumentationEngineering Workshop Skills II (Hand & Power Tools; Machine Tools; Fabrication, Welding & Cutting; Marine Plant Maintenance)Moral Study/Islamic Study

Semester 3 Semester 4

Industrial Training (Sea Phase I )Correspondence Course

Industrial Training (Sea Phase II)Correspondence Course

Diploma in Nautical Studies

Semester 5 Semester 6

Electrotechnology IIEngineering DrawingElectronicsNaval Architecture and Ship Construction IIApplied Mechanics IILaboratory IIIntroduction to ManagementPlant/Laboratory Training IBahasa Kebangsaan A/B

Engineering DesignEngineering Knowledge (Motor)Engineering Knowledge (General)Engineering Knowledge (Steam)Marine Controls & AutomationMarine Electrical PracticePlant/Laboratory Training IIMalaysia Study

Entry Requirements -Diploma in Nautical Studies

Entry Requirements :• SPM Examination with strong credits in :

• Bahasa Malaysia• English Language• Mathematics• Physics

• Male or Female• Single• Age 17 – 25 years old• Minimum height of 158cm and weight of 48kg for male applicants

(BMI: 18.5 – 24.9)• Minimum height of 155cm and weight of 42kg for female applicants

(BMI: 18.5 – 24.9)• Mentally and physically fit• Not colour blind• No visual aids (for DNS only).

Entry Requirements -Diploma in Marine Engineering

Entry Requirements :• SPM Examination or UK GCE O’Level equivalent with strong credits in :

• English Language• Mathematics• Physics • Additional Mathematics• National Language – Bahasa Malaysia (for Malaysian)

• Male or Female• Single• Age 17 – 25 years old• Minimum height of 158cm and weight of 48kg for male applicants

(BMI: 18.5 – 24.9)• Minimum height of 155cm and weight of 42kg for female applicants

(BMI: 18.5 – 24.9)• Mentally and physically fit• Not colour blind• Vision : Maximum power allowed for DME is 200

Cadets Recruitment

• There is only One Intake per year : August

• Recruitment Exercise is held twice a year in :-• January (application using SPM Trial Exam Results)• April (application using actual SPM Exam Results)

• Short-listing is based on academic achievements and co-curriculum activities.

• Shortlisted Candidates will be called to attend Selection Process :

BMI, Colour Blindness Tests

Assessments : English,

Mathematics & Physics

Structured Interview Process

Medical Examinations &

Eye Tests

Admission to ALAM

Objectives

• To enhance the education and training of merchant navy officers

• To improve the cadets’ and officers’ performance and competency to ensure the safety and reliability of operations onboard ships.

Training Quality Control (TQC)

Minimum Entry Qualification

Year 1 Year 2 Year 3Pre-Entry

• Lecturer’s Assessment

• End Semester Exam

• Refer failed paper/s

• TARB progress report

• Ship Master / Chief

Engineer to conduct one- to-one discussion with cadets on their progress and feedback.

•

• Lecturer’s Assessment

• End Semester Exam

• GPA <2.70 Compulsory Tutorial• Passed all

papers before going for shipboard training

• GPA <2.70 Compulsory Tutorial

• Practical Competency CheckEntry Assessment

• Academic Assessment • Medical examination

• Structured Interview

• Eye vision (STCW A-I/9)

Pre-Entry InductionALAM’s Fitness Test

• Value Based Assessment

• Physical Fitness (STCW B-I/9)

• TARB progress report

• Ship Master / Chief

Engineer to conduct one- to-one discussion with cadets on their progress and feedback.

• Enhanced Marine related Project Paper

• Pre-Semester 5 Entry Assessment

• Compulsory tutorial & Streaming for failed candidates

• For DME – 1 month shipyard

exposure (optional)

• Practical Competency Check

TQC For Diploma Programs

Deck Cadet Watchkeeping Officer Chief Officer Master

Pre-Sea Approved Training

• Basic Training• Basic Training for

Oil and Chemical or• Basic Training for

Liquefied Gas Tanker

• ISPS Awareness• Designated

Security Training

WKO Approved Training

• Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boat

• Advanced Fire Fighting• Medical First Aids• Ship Security Officer• ECDIS• Radar Navigation and

Radar Ploting• ARPA Operation• ENA• GMDSS• Leadership &

Teamworking Skills• Bridge Resource

Management• Advance

Oil/Chemical/Gas

Combined Master and Mate Approved

Training• Medical Care• Radar/ARPA

Simulator• Leadership and

Managerial Skills

Master

• Refresher Courses

• Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boat

• Advanced Fire Fighting

• Medical First Aid• GMDSS

Deck Officer Training – STCW 2010 Manila Amendments

Engine Cadet Watchkeeping Engineer

Second Engineer Officer

Chief Engineer Officer

Pre-Sea Approved Training

• Basic Training• Basic Training for

Oil and Chemical or• Basic Training for

Liquefied Gas Tanker

• ISPS Awareness• Designated

Security Training

WKE Approved Training

• Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boat

• Advanced Fire Fighting

• Medical First Aids• Ship Security

Officer• Leadership &

Teamworking Skills• Engine Resource

Management• Advance

Oil/Chemical/Gas

Combined Chief and Second Engineer Officer Approved

Training

• Medical Care• Leadership and

Managerial Skills

Chief Engineer Officer

• Refresher Courses

• Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boat

• Advanced Fire Fighting

• Medical First Aid

Engineering Officer Training – STCW 2010 Manila Amendments

Career Progression Chart

MERCHANT SHIP DEPARTMENT

DECK

ENGINE

CATERING

TYPE OF VESSEL

SHIP ORGANIZATION

RATINGS

OFFICERS

CAPTAIN

DECK DEPARTMENT

CHIEF OFFICER

2ND OFFICER

3RD OFFICER

DECK CADET

BOSUN

ABLE SEAMAN

GENERAL PURPOSE DECK

ENGINE DEPARTMENT

CHIEF ENGINEER

2ND ENGINEER

3RD ENGINEER

4TH ENGINEER

ENGINE CADET

OILER

GREASER

GENERAL PURPOSE ENGINE

CATERING DEPARTMENT

ADMIN/CATERING OFFICER

CHIEF STEWARD

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

COOK

GENERAL PURPOSE CATERING

Maritime Law, Codes & ConventionsTerrestrial & Celestial NavigationShip Stability & ConstructionCargo ManagementCommunicationSeamanship

Deck Officer Career Progression

Deck Cadet

3rd Officer

Chief MateMaster

Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

RM 450 RM 5000 RM 9000 RM 13000 RM 20000

Age 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

• Approved Pre-Sea Training•Basic Training•Basic Oil & Chemical / Gas•Security Awareness

• Survival Craft & Rescue Boats• Advance Fire Fighting• Medical First Aid• GMDSS• Bridge Resource Management• Designated Security Training• Advance Oil/Chemical/Gas• Leadership & Teamworking

Skill

• Combined Master & Mate• Medical Care• Leadership & Managerial

Skill• Refresher Survival Craft• Refresher Adv. Fire Fighting• Ship Security Officer

RANK AGE SALARY RANGE

CAPTAIN 29 - 31 YEARS RM20,000 – RM24,000

CHIEF OFFICER 27 - 29 YEARS RM13,000 – RM20,000

2ND OFFICER 24 - 27 YEARS RM9,000 – RM13,000

3RD OFFICER 21 - 24 YEARS RM5,000 – RM9,000

CADET OFFICER 17 - 21 YEARS

BOSUN 19 - 23 YEARS RM3,000 – RM4,500

ABLE SEAMAN DECK 18 - 23 YEARS RM1,500 – RM3,000

CAREER PROGRESSION AGE & SALARY PACKAGE FOR DECK OFFICERS

Maritime Law, Codes & ConventionsMarine Power Plant – Motor/SteamMarine Electronic & CommunicationNaval ArchitectureControl SystemPollution Prevention

Engineering Officer Career Progression

Engine Cadet

4th Engineer

2nd EngineerChief Engineer

Year 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

RM 450 RM 5000 RM 9000 RM 13000 RM 20000

Age 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

• Approved Pre-Sea Training•Basic Training•Basic Oil & Chemical / Gas•Security Awareness

• Survival Craft & Rescue Boats• Advance Fire Fighting• Medical First Aid• Engine Resource Management• Designated Security Training• Advance Oil/Chemical/Gas• Leadership & Teamworking

Skill

• Combined Master & Mate• Medical Care• Leadership & Managerial

Skill• Refresher Survival Craft• Refresher Adv. Fire Fighting• Ship Security Officer

CAREER PROGRESSION – AGE & SALARY PACKAGE,RATING VS. CADET - ENGINE

JAWATAN UMUR TAWARAN GAJI

CHIEF ENGINEER 29 - 31 YEARS RM20,000 – RM24,000

2ND ENGINEER 27 - 29 YEARS RM13,000 – RM20,000

3RD ENGINEER 24 - 27 YEARS RM9,000 – RM13,000

4TH ENGINEER 21 - 24 YEARS RM5,000 – RM9,000

CADET ENGINNER 17 - 21 YEARS

OILER 19 - 23 YEARS RM3,000 – RM4,500

ABLE SEAFARER ENGINE 18 - 23 YEARS RM1,500 – RM3,000

Program Fees

Diploma in Nautical Studies

Item Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 TOTAL

Tuition Fee 11,880 7,920 9,900 29,700

Registration & Certificates 170 - 125 295

Food & Lodging 7,700 - 7,700 15,400

Training Materials & Simulator Training

2,350 - 700 3,050

STCW78 Courses 7,972 - 4,271 12,243

Other Expenses including Uniforms, Medical check-up, seaman card, discharge book, haircut etc.

2,594 - 1,918 4,512

Pocket Allowance (RM200/month)

2,400 - 2,400 4,800

TOTAL 35,066 7,920 27,014 70,000

Diploma in Marine Engineering

Item Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 TOTAL

Tuition Fee 12,870 5,940 13,530 32,340

Registration & Certificates 125 - 110 235

Food & Lodging 8,400 - 8,400 16,800

Training Materials & Simulator Training

2,350 - 700 3,050

STCW78 4,265 - 2,489 6,754

Other Expenses including Uniforms, Medical check-up, seaman card, discharge book, haircut etc.

3,565 - 2,456 6,021

Pocket Allowance (RM200/month)

2,400 - 2,400 4,800

TOTAL 33,975 5,940 30,085 70,000

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