with 15 months of sea experience are eligible to appear for examination. Bachelor of Fishery science in Nautical science graduates are exempted from pre-sea training. Structured Shipboard Training Program of not less than 15 months which meets the requirements of section A-II/1 of the STCW Code and is documented in an approved training record book, including Bridge watch keeping duties under the supervision of the master or a qualified officer for a period of not less than 6 months. On completion of sea service candidates are required to undertake preparatory course Second mate function of 4 months duration before appearing for their written examination. Candidates have to complete required advanced courses. Candidates will be awarded Certificate of Competency as Second Mate of a foreign going ship (Officer In-charge of a Navigational Watch) on board ships of 500 GT During the 4-year Degree program, on-board practical training and Simulator training is given to the students. The onboard practical training will be an opportunity to students to get acquainted with the operation, management and maintenance of the vessel. Mate of a Fishing Vessel Bachelor of Fishery science in Nautical science is an approved pre sea courses for entry into career for appearing fishing grade Certificate of Competency (COC) examinations in the nautical stream. 6 Months of sea experience on Seagoing Fishing Vessels of 15 M or above as deckhand is required as the eligibility for coc. B F Sc (NS) are exempted from the examinations and can directly attend the oral exams. Candidates can also choose their career opening in Central Fishery Institutions dealing with Research, Fishing Vessel operation, State Fishery Departments, Universities and Other Private Establishments dealing with Vessel operation, Fish Processing etc. Vessel Navigator Course (VNC) and Marine Fitter Course (MFC) The institute has conducted two trade courses viz. Vessel Navigator & Marine Fitter Course of 2 years duration, which is formulated under Craftman Training scheme of NCVT, New Delhi since 2006. The successful candidates, after obtaining sea service will become competent to appear for the competency examinations conducted by the Mercantile Marine Department, Director General of Shipping, Ministry of Shipping, government of India. The institute conducts an ancillary course viz. Shore Mechanic Course (12 months) on request from State Fisheries Departments for personnel who manage the shore establishments of the fisheries organisations. Short-term training programmes The institute's facilities in the field of Nautical, Fisheries and Engineering Technology are used