Methodology

Assessment Methodology

Assessment Scope

  • Engineering Basic Knowledge
  • Operation Skills
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Safety Awareness
  • Critical Scenarios
  • Harmonized HSE / ISM / SMS / ISPS
  • Communication Skills

Applicable Ranks

  • Chief Engineer
  • Second Engineer
  • Third Engineer
  • Fourth Engineer
  • Motorman / Oiler
  • Cadet

Author's Original Assessment Methodology & Standards

Designed with reference to STCW Code A-I/6 and relevant competence tables and international standards.

Weighted Scoring Impact 1/3 System

Errors in critical areas such as Blackout, Fire, Pollution influence the assessment result three times more than routine questions.

STCW Mapping

Direct mapping of assessment questions to:

  • • STCW Table A-III/1 — Operational Level
  • • STCW Table A-III/2 — Management Level
  • • STCW Code Table A-III/4
  • • STCW Code Table A-III/5

Competency ID

Identification of specific competencies including: Watchkeeping, Machinery Operation, Fuel/Ballast Management, and other relevant marine engineering competencies.

AI Resistance

Oral interview format and follow-up questions are used to identify real procedural understanding rather than memorized answers.

Real Cases | Related Interview Questions

Each question is directly related to actual onboard situations and is designed to verify practical competence, decision-making and risk awareness under operational conditions.