Early phase
The early phase of the IMEC ETO Cadet Program at GigaMare brings together aspiring Electro-Technical Officers from diverse regions across the Philippines, each with unique backgrounds and experiences.
These cadets, all licensed professionals with degrees in Electrical Engineering or Electronics and Communications Engineering, undergo a thorough pre-selection process managed by GigaMare.
Once shortlisted, they proceed to final interviews and medical examinations conducted by their sponsoring shipping companies. Those who are selected then begin their journey through the structured training phase at GigaMare.
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Electro Technical Officer Cadet Program
Course Outline (MARINA Modules)
Competences: Use of English language in written and oral form
- English only in the workplace
- Electrical and electronic engineering publications
Competences:
- Precautions to be taken to prevent pollution of marine environment
- Anti-pollution procedures and all associated equipment
- Proactive measures to protect the marine environment
Competences:
- Shipboard personnel management and training
- Task and workload management
- Effective resource management
- Decision-making techniques
Competences:
- Heat transfer
- Mechanics
- Hydromechanics
Competences:
- Monitor the operation of electrical, electronic and control systems
- Maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic equipment
- Electrical testing and measuring equipment
- Technology of electrical materials
- Electronic workshop
- Electro-technology and electrical machines theory
- Fundamentals of electronics and power electronics
Competences:
- Monitor the operation of electrical, electronic and control systems
- Maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic equipment
- Maintenance and repair of automation and control systems of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic and control systems of deck machinery and cargo-handling equipment
- Maintenance and repair of control and safety systems of hotel equipment
- Electrical and electronic diagrams
- Electrical drives
- Planned maintenance systems
- Shipboard safety
- Electrical and mechanical workshop
- Safe maintenance and repair procedures electrical systems and equipment
Competences:
- Monitor the operation of electrical, electronic and control systems
- Monitor the operation of automatic control systems of propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Maintenance and repair of automation and control systems of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic and control systems of deck machinery and cargo-handling equipment
- Electro-pneumatic control systems
- Safe maintenance and repair procedures of electro-pneumatic systems
Competence:
- Monitor the operation of electrical, electronic and control systems
- Monitor the operation of automatic control systems of propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Maintenance and repair of automation and control systems of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic and control systems of deck machinery and cargo-handling equipment
- Electro-hydraulic control systems
- Safe maintenance and repair procedures of electro-hydraulic systems
Competences:
- Monitor the operation of electrical, electronic and control systems
- Monitor the operation of automatic control systems of propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Maintenance and repair of automation and control systems of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic and control systems of deck machinery and cargo-handling equipment
- Fundamentals of instrumentation, process control, alarm and monitoring system instrumentation, alarm and monitoring systems onboard ships
- Instrumentation and control diagrams
- Safe maintenance and repair procedures of instrumentation, process control, alarm and monitoring Systems
Competences:
- Monitor the operation of electrical, electronic and control systems
- Monitor the operation of automatic control systems of propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Operate computers and computer networks on ships
- Maintenance and repair of automation and control systems of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Maintenance and repair of electrical, electronic and control systems of deck machinery and cargo-handling equipment
- Fundamentals of automation, automatic control systems and technology
- Computer networks onboard ships
- Automation and automatic control systems onboard ships
- Safe maintenance and repair procedures of automation and automatic control systems
Competences:
- Use of internal communication systems
- Maintenance and repair of bridge navigation equipment and ship communication systems
- Navigational equipment
- Internal and external communication systems
- Electrical and electronic systems operating in flammable areas
Competences:
- Monitor the operation of automatic control systems of propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Maintenance and repair of control and safety systems of hotel equipment
- Marine refrigeration and air-conditioning systems
Competences:
- Monitor the operation of electrical, electronic and control systems
- Monitor the operation of automatic control systems of propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Maintenance and repair of automation and control systems of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery
- Maintenance and repair of control and safety systems of hotel equipment
- Prime movers, including main propulsion plants
- Auxiliary machinery
- Steering systems
- Cargo handling systems
- Deck machinery
- Hotel systems
- Control systems of propulsion and auxiliary machinery
Competences:
- Operate generators and distribution systems
- Maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic equipment
- Electrical power distribution boards and electrical equipment functions, configurations and performance tests
Competences:
- Monitor the operation of electrical, electronic and control systems
- Operate and maintain power systems in excess of 1,000 volts
Hazards, precautions and safety procedures required for the operation of power systems above 1,000 volts - High voltage technology
- Electrical propulsion, electric motors and control Systems
- Operation and maintenance of high voltage systems
Before March wrapped up, we were thrilled to welcome our very first group of Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) Cadets of IMEC.
April 2025
The cadets undergo their first set of program modules, covering topics on Mechanical Engineering Systems and Marine Electro-Technology.
Shipboard readiness (the cadets will join onboard their Principals' vessels; minimum of 8 months sea service is required as per MARINA standard).
Completion of sea service requirement. Estimate return of the cadets to GigaMare campus for their post seatime evaluation. The cadets can then process their ETO practical assessment and finally their ETO COC.
Cadets In Action
During weekends, ETO Cadets typically engage in their homework and learning activities via GigaMare's cloud learning platform, helping them prepare for upcoming class topics. They are also encouraged to take advantage of computer-based trainings to make the most of their time at GigaMare. Additionally, case studies have been assigned to keep them productively engaged during their free time.
Cadets have access to course textbooks through GigaMare's cloud learning solutions and are welcome to use their personal laptops for homework, research, and further study in preparation for their lessons.
The Selection Process
Prerequisite
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Bachelor's Degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering
- Board Passer (Philippines' Professional Regulation Commission)
Cadets' Registration
- Interested Applicants are welcome to register to the Program
Interviews and Tests
- Pre-Screening Interview
- Technical Assessment
- Technical Interview
- Interview and Assessments by the Shipping Principal / Crewing
- Pre-Employment Medical Examination
Training at Subic Bay
IMEC Program
4.5 Months Duration covering MARINA Modules
Technical Training
Leadership Workshops
Practical Hands On
'Life at Sea' Onboarding
Planned Extracurricular Activities
Shipboard Exposure: Vessel and power plant visits that immerse cadets in real maritime operations and technical systems
Planned Extracurricular Activities
Navigation Equipment Familiarization: Hands-on experience aboard the training vessel, allowing cadets to understand real navigation and shipboard equipment
Planned Extracurricular Activities
Team Building : Camaraderie activities such as bonfire nights and coastal outings designed to build teamwork, discipline, and leadership — essential traits for life onboard.
Planned Extracurricular Activities
Team Building : Camaraderie activities such as bonfire nights and coastal outings designed to build teamwork, discipline, and leadership — essential traits for life onboard.
