; (2) the waters on which vessels are to be operated; or (3) other appropriate standards. (c) Considerations In issuing the credential under subsection (a), the Secretary may consider the following qualifications of the merchant mariner: (1) Age. (2) Character. (3) Habits of life. (4) Experience. (5) Professional qualifications demonstrated by satisfactory completion of applicable examinations or other educational requirements. (6) Physical condition, including sight and hearing. (7) Other requirements established by the Secretary, including career patterns and service appropriate to the particular service, industry, or job functions the individual is engaged. . (2) Clerical amendment The analysis for chapter 73 of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking the item relating to section 7306 and inserting the following: 7306. General requirements and classifications for members of deck departments. . (3) General requirements for members of engine departments Section 7313(b) of title 46, United States Code, is amended by striking and coal passer . (4) Training Section 7315 of title 46, United States Code, is amended— (A) by amending subsection (a) to read as follows: (a) Graduation from a nautical school program approved by the Secretary may be substituted for the service requirements under sections 7307–7312 and 7314. ; (B) in subsection (b)— (i) by striking one-third and inserting one-half ; and (ii) by striking 7307–7311 of this title and inserting 7307–7312 and 7314