| Duration: | The duration varies depending on the training provider. |
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| Entry Requirements: | Completed the Theoretical ETO training |
| Accreditation: | South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) |
ETO Workshops – SAMSA STCW Electro-Technical Officer Workshop Skills Training
Course Description: The ETO Workshops – SAMSA STCW programme provides learners with the practical workshop skills required to perform the duties of an Electro-Technical Officer onboard ships. The course focuses on the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of marine electrical, electronic, and automation systems.
It is designed in accordance with the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) and is recognised by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA). The programme combines hands-on workshop training with industry-standard practices to prepare learners for shipboard operations.
| Duration: | The duration varies depending on the training provider. |
|---|---|
| Entry Requirements: | Completed the Theoretical ETO training |
| Accreditation: | South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) |
Course Structure
The programme consists of practical training and evaluation as set out in the STCW convention for ETO’s.
Career Opportunities
After successfully completing the ETO Workshops programme, learners may pursue careers as:
- Electro-Technical Officer (ETO) Trainee
- Junior Electro-Technical Officer
- Marine Electrical Technician
- Marine Electronics Technician
- Marine Automation Technician
- Offshore Electrical Technician
- Shipboard Electrical Maintenance Technician
- Marine Service Technician
- Port Electrical Technician
Graduates may find employment with:
- Merchant shipping companies
- Cruise line companies
- Offshore oil and gas companies
- Ship management companies
- Shipbuilding and ship repair companies
- Marine engineering companies
- Ports and harbour authorities
- International maritime organisations
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