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" The
most experienced faculty,
with more than 500 yrs. at sea"
Mission Statement
The
U.S. Maritime Service Corps of Cadets
at Texas A&M
University at Galveston provides an opportunity for you to learn how to operate
and maintain an ocean-going vessel. In addition to classroom and
field training during the regular school year, you will sail aboard the TEXAS
CLIPPER, the Academy training ship, during three summer cruises to gain practical
experience in seamanship, navigation, and engineering operations. At the conclusion
of the program, you will be examined by the U.S. Coast Guard to become licensed
in the Merchant Marine as a deck or engineering officer and may seek employment
in the exciting field of marine transportation.
The Maritime License Option Program:
The Corps
is a learning laboratory for leadership, management and self-discipline. Cadets
are organized into a paramilitary unit with muster, watch standing, shoreside
training, small boat handling, and ship maintenance duties. Cadets must also
complete training in marine firefighting, first aid, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
techniques. Cadets majoring in Marine Biology, Marine Sciences, and Marine Transportation
may seek a Third Mate's License (Oceans Unlimited). Cadets in Marine Engineering
Technology may seek a Third Assistant Engineer's License (Steam and/or Motor
Vessels, Unlimited). Note: All Marine Transportation majors must participate
in the Corps. It is an option for all the other majors. top
Cruises:
 The Texas Maritime Academy
is one of six seacoast maritime academies in the U.S. preparing you for licensing as an officer
in the American Merchant Marine. If
you are pursuing a Third Mate's (deck) license you
may choose to study Marine Transportation, Marine Biology or
Marine Sciences. A Third Assistant Engineer's license
is available to you if you are studying Marine Engineering
Technology.
During three summer training cruises, you serve as a
crewmember aboard the oceangoing Texas Clipper. Upon
graduation, if qualified, you may opt to serve as an officer
in the Merchant Marine
Reserve, the U.S. Naval Reserve or the U.S. Coast Guard
reserve. Each training cruise is a progressive step to
becoming a proficient Merchant Mariner. top
Engineering
Program:
 The
Marine Engineering Technology curriculum is an inter-disciplinary program
based on a thermal power-oriented
specialization in classical Mechanical Engineering, with additional courses in
electrical power and naval architecture. Theoretical knowledge is
reinforced though practical application in labs and through direct operation
of marine machinery aboard the University's training ship. The program
prepares students for careers as engineering officers aboard merchant ships,
as well as careers in shipyards, building, inspecting, and repairing vessels.
In addition to shipping, graduates can work in many other fields, including:
offshore exploration and development, petroleum production and refining, power
plant operations, construction, and repair, and facilities engineering at
institutions such as hospitals and universities. License Option Students
will take the United States Coast Guard license examination for, and obtain a
license as, a Third Assistant Engineer (engine officer) in the United States
Merchant Marine. These students must participate in the Corps of Cadets
and complete specialized training in first aid, CPR, and marine fire fighting.
While enrolled they must take three summer cruises aboard the Maritime
Academy’s training ship. top
Deck Program:
 The
curriculum stresses seamanship, navigation, ship handling and cargo loading.
Graduates must pass the United States Coast Guard license examination as a
third mate (deck officer) in the United States Merchant Marine. These careers
as officers aboard seagoing vessels often lead to management careers in
maritime industries ashore. Students must participate in the Corps of Cadets
while enrolled and they must take three summer cruises aboard the Maritime
Academy’s training ship. top
Have a question about joining the
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