Certificate of competency

MEO Class IV & II

Marine Engineering Officer — syllabus overview, pattern, and how to prepare.

What is the MEO exam?

MEO certification evaluates competency for engine room operations at sea. Class IV is the entry-level certificate for watchkeeping engineers; Class II certifies second engineers.

  • Thermodynamics & heat engines — cycles, boilers, heat exchangers
  • IC engines & propulsion — 2T/4T, turbocharging, shafting, CPP
  • Electrical & electronics — generators, motors, distribution, PLC basics
  • Naval architecture basics — buoyancy, stability, dry-docking
  • Automation & controls — instrumentation, alarms, safeties
  • Marine legislation — SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM, MLC

Exam pattern

  • Objective and scenario questions; oral assessment for higher grades
  • Typically 2–3 hours per paper; pass marks around 50% (varies by authority)

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