The Anchor Program is a non-profit organization that enables youth, young adults and others to set sail toward a brighter tomorrow. Through a process of training and certification, program graduates can gain a substantial and rewarding career in the Maritime Industry where they can travel the world and gain new life experiences.
For many young adults and others in underprivileged communities, a legitimate career with growth potential and a substantial salary is something that can sometimes feel impossible to find. We offer a very positive option that many people never realize is a possibility for themselves; the opportunity to create an entire new lifestyle.
From a student to a volunteer, to simply making an individual financial contribution, involvement with The Anchor Program can take shape in many ways. Each and every piece directly and positively influences the lives for the current, future and potential graduates of our program.
Any applicant holding a credential endorsed for QMED Oiler or QMED Fireman/Oiler/Watertender AND showing a minimum of 90 days experience as a QMED, who successfully completes the QMED –Junior Engineer (MARUNI-716) course will satisfy the examination requirements of 46 CFR 12.15-9 for QMED – Junior Engineer, PROVIDED that the applicant holds either a QMED – Electrician endorsement, OR presents evidence of completing a Coast Guard approved QMED Electrician course, AND are also credited, without a time limitation, with the following Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch assessments from Enclosure (2) of NVIC 09-04, and need not present individual control sheets for these assessments when applying for an OICEW credential:
OICEW-3-1A OICEW-6-2A OICEW-8-1F
OICEW-3-1B OICEW-6-2B OICEW-9-1A
OICEW-3-1C OICEW-6-2C OICEW-9-1B
OICEW-3-1D OICEW-6-2D OICEW-9-1C
This course is in compliance with the requirements of 46 CFR 12.503(b) and receive credit for 90 days of the sea service needed for a QMED Junior Engineer endorsement. This training satisfies the requirements for Junior Engineer examination modules in accordance with Table 1 to §12.505(c)—Examination Subjects for QMED Ratings. The course objectives is to instruct the student in the areas relevant to Maintenance and Repair at the Operational Level, in doing so, satisfy company, national and international regulations as stated in Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping tables- A-III/1, and section B-III/1, for competence in knowledge of the following:
Table A-III/1 Specification of minimum standard of competence for officers in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engine-room or designated duty engineers in a periodically unmanned engine-room.
Function: Marine engineering at the operational level
Competence
Operate main and auxiliary machinery and associated control systems
Knowledge, understanding, and proficiency
• Basic construction and operation principles of machinery systems, including:
1. marine diesel engine
2. marine steam turbine
3. marine gas turbine
4. marine boiler
5. shafting installations, including propeller
6. other auxiliaries, including various pumps, air compressor, purifier, fresh water generator, heat exchanger, refrigeration, air-conditioning and ventilation systems
7. steering gear
8. automatic control systems
9. fluid flow and characteristics of lubricating oil, fuel oil and cooling systems
10. deck machinery
• Safety and emergency procedures for operation of propulsion plant machinery, including control systems
• Preparation, operation, fault detection and necessary measures to prevent damage for the following machinery items and control systems:
1. main engine and associated auxiliaries
2. steam boiler and associated auxiliaries and steam systems
3. auxiliary prime movers and associated systems
4. other auxiliaries, including refrigeration, air-conditioning and ventilation systems
Competence
Operate fuel, lubrication, ballast and other pumping systems and associated control systems
Knowledge, understanding, and proficiency
• Operational characteristics of pumps and piping systems, including control systems
• Operation of pumping systems:
1. routine pumping operations
2. operation of bilge, ballast and cargo pumping systems
• Oily-water separators (or-similar equipment) requirements and operation
Any applicant who successfully completes the 160-hour Designated Duty Engineer (DDE) Unlimited Horsepower course and presents the Certificate of training within one year of the completion of training, will receive 45 days of sea service credit that can be applied towards the service requirements of 46 CFR.11.524(b)(1) for a credential as Designated Duty Engineer Limited-Unlimited Horsepower. This course has not been evaluated to determine if it will meet any training requirements of the STCW Convention or STCW Code.
This course familiarizes, individuals with qualifying sea service, with the workboat and towing vessel engine room environment and the ability to safely monitor such spaces while conducting machinery space rounds. This course is in compliance with table 10.950 of 46 CFR for DDE. The course includes a hands-on practical and a classroom lecture portion for theory and familiarization. The course outline is based upon The Guidelines for Approving Marine Engineering Courses. Major topic areas are as follows:
• Diesel propulsion plants and machinery
• Safety & Fire fighting
• First Aid
• Ship Construction
• Sketching & Blueprint Reading
• Basic Auxiliary Machinery
• Basic Main Propulsion-Diesels
• Diesel propulsion plants and machinery operating procedures
• Marine Hydraulics
• Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
• Mathematics
• Marine electricity
Designated Duty Engineer: a qualified engineer, who may be the sole engineer on vessels with a periodically unattended engine room.
Our next Basic Program training class will begin August 15th in Richmond, CA. Participants will receive a combination of online training and 8 weeks of hands on training aboard the SS Red Oak Victory.
Learn more about our Basic Program
On October 12, 2012, The Anchor Program was proud and very excited to acquire The Relief, a Lightship which served as a floating lighthouse for the U.S. Coast Guard for 25 years. The Relief will soon host classes and provide an excellent training ground for our students – future mariners!. Please visit The United States …
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