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CADET - ENGINEERING OFFICER OF THE WATCH
EOOW (Unlimited) MCA Oral & Written Exam Preparation Course
Onboard Maritime’s EOOW (Engineering Officer of the Watch Unlimited) Exam Preparation Course is a self-paced, Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA) - aligned online program for marine engineering cadets. It includes self-paced course modules, twice-weekly live webinars, 3D interactive learning tools, and expert mentorship to prepare candidates for CoC exams.
How much does the course cost and what is included?
Cadets can choose from 4 months, 8 months or 12 months access plans to fit with your college and sea time. You can also choose to focus on Orals or Written Exam prep, or both.
Enrol today through our secure learning portal for immediate access to all course materials.
What are the benefits of the EOOW Exam Preparation Course?
Exam Prep Quizzes for EOOW Written & Oral Exams:
Study for your oral and written exams with a range of self-tests covering essential MCA aligned knowledge as well as real-life scenario-based questions.
Try our Quick EOOW Quiz to Test Your Skills below!
Twice Weekly Live Tutorials:
Interactive, tutor-led sessions exam topics and critical thinking strategies. Join when it suits you and learn from expert tutors and peers.
Interactive 3D Ship Models:
Learn how ships work by examining engine parts in interactive 3D Models. Explore, rotate, and deconstruct components and machinery to help bridge the gap between classroom theory and real sea time.
On-Demand Video Recordings:
Revise while at sea or at home with past live tutorial recordings
1-2-1 Mock Orals & Subject Tutoring (Optional Add-on):
Book personalised, one-to-one mock oral exams with expert tutors for practice and targeted feedback.
Is the course aligned to the MCA EOOW Unlimited Syllabus?
Our curriculum consists of 25+ structured modules aligning with the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) syllabus.
Subjects Include:
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Electrical Power
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Apply Medical First Aid
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Ship Construction, Workshop
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Application of Leadership & Teamworking
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Monitor Compliance with Legislative requirements
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Compliance with Pollution Prevention
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Controlling the Operation of the Ship & Care of Person
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Oily Water Separators
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Air Conditioning
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Refrigeration
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Heat Exchangers
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Water Generator
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Purifiers
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Compressor & Air Bottle
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Shafting Installations inc Propellers
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Marine Boiler
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Marine Steam Turbines
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Marine Diesel Engines
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Maintain a Safe Engineering Watch and more.
Useful Study Toolkits
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Personalised Study Planner: Generate a custom revision schedule based on your available sea time and college blocks.
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MCA Seatime Calculator: Track voyage days, calculate total qualifying sea service, and export PDF reports directly from your dashboard.
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Additional Reference Materials
Test your knowlege!
Have you got what it takes to sit your EOOW exam yet? Try our our skills quiz and take your place on our leaderboard!
EOOW Course Enquiry Form
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Trustpilot Reviews of Onboard Maritime's Exam Preparation Course
Chief Mates Orals prep course- FANTASTIC!
All lessons, studying materials and lecturers were great, extremely helpful and understanding throughout the whole process. Questions were answered promptly even outside of class sessions. I appreciated and found very helpful that the group lessons were recorded so that I was able to watch them back multiple times throughout the revision process. Admin team were also extremely helpful and prompt in replies/ assistance. I would highly recommend this approach to orals preparation and will definitely use myself again in the future!
Rachel Buckley - Chief Mates Orals Prep Course
FAQ's for OOW (Unlimited) Exam Preparation Course
Q: What is the EOOW Exam Preparation Course? The EOOW Exam Preparation Course is an online preparation course for the UK MCA Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW) Unlimited Certificate of Competency (CoC). It is designed for Engineering Cadets at all stages of their training and combines self-paced online learning, 25+ MCA-aligned modules, twice weekly live Zoom tutorials, interactive study tools and self-tsts.
Q: Who is this EOOW exam prep course aimed at? The course is designed for Engineering Cadets at all phases who are preparing for the MCA EOOW (Unlimited) Certificate of Competency. It is particularly suited to candidates who want to combine structured online study, live tutor support and flexible revision around college and sea time.
Q: Does the EOOW course cover the MCA syllabus? Yes. The course includes 25+ structured modules aligned with the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) EOOW syllabus.
Q: Can I study for my EOOW exams while I am at sea? Yes. The course provides flexible online study that can fit around sea time, college phases and other commitments. Students can access course materials online, watch recorded tutorials on demand and use the Onboard Maritime mobile app for selected study materials with limited offline access.
Q: Are live online tutorials included in the EOOW course? Yes. The course includes twice weekly live Zoom tutorials led by expert tutors, which students can join when they want. These sessions allow students to ask questions on all areas of the curriculum and learn alongside other EOOW candidates. Live tutorial recordings are also available on demand for revision.
Q: Is the EOOW Preparation Course delivered fully online? Yes. The course is delivered 100% online through Onboard Maritime’s digital learning platform and mobile app. This enables seafarers to study from anywhere in the world, on vessel or on leave, without taking study leave. Wifi is required to access the online learning platform, but students can download some learning materials to the mobile app to study offline.
Q: What study resources are included in the EOOW exam preparation course? The course includes a range of interactive study resources, including 25+ online modules, 3D ship models, video tutorials, self-assessment quizzes, a progress tracker, a personalised study planner and an MCA seatime calculator. Additional reference materials are also provided.
Q: Does the EOOW course include mock oral exam practice? The course includes oral exam self-tests, scenario-based questions and MCA examiner-style questions in groups to help candidates assess their knowledge and prepare for the oral examination. Candidates who want additional personalised practice can also purchase 1-to-1 mock oral examinations and subject tutoring as an optional add-on.
Q: How much does the EOOW Exam Preparation Course cost? Currently, students can pay for tiers of access to the course – 4 months costs £375 + VAT, 8 months costs £550 + VAT and 12 months costs £695 + VAT.
Q: How does this EOOW (Unlimited) Exam Prep Course compare with alternatives? Onboard Maritime’s course gives students access to self-paced learning modules alongside twice weekly live webinars led by experienced maritime tutors. The programme includes dedicated tutor support to mentor candidates through complex topics, review past exam topics, and build confidence ahead of exams.
Seatime Calculator Tool
Calculate your sea service and download a PDF report instantly. No sign-up required!
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Seatime Calculator Tool
Calculate your sea service and download a PDF report instantly. No sign-up required!
Guest data will not be saved. To unlock the full saved features, enrol in a course for premium access.