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QMED – Pumpman/Machinist

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WHAT IS THIS COURSE?

Course Overview

The QMED – Pumpman/Machinist course qualifies personnel to operate cargo, ballast, and pump systems on tanker vessels and perform machinery maintenance. This USCG-approved program is essential for engineers aboard liquid-cargo ships.

Prerequisites

  • U.S. Merchant Mariner Credential (MMC)
  • Completion of Basic Training in Maritime Safety (BST)
  • One year sea service as pumpman or engine department rating
  • Medical examination (USCG approval)

What You'll Learn

  • Cargo system design and operation (tanker-specific)
  • Pump types, rates, and safety systems
  • Ballast management and stability
  • Maintenance procedures and troubleshooting
  • Hazardous cargo awareness (IBC Code)
  • Emergency shutdown and safety procedures
COURSE AT A GLANCE

Key Facts

Duration
Varies (typically 2–3 weeks)
Typical Cost
$6,200
Issuing Body
USCG
Certificate
QMED – Pumpman/Machinist
Revalidation: Endorsement required every five years via sea service or retraining.
UPCOMING DATES

Available Course Dates

No scheduled dates are currently listed for this course. Contact a provider below for availability.
WHERE TO STUDY

Schools Offering This Course

Maritime Institute (Training Resources Maritime Institute / TRLMI)
San Diego, United States
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