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The 4-week Engineering Course is intended to prepare candidates to pass the US Coast Guard examinations for all licenses and ratings in the Engine Department. Among those subjects covered in the course are "General Subjects, "Safety," "Electricity" and Motor." Candidates who wish to be endorsed for "Steam" will need an extra week for preparation. This supplementary week should be scheduled in advance of the 4-week course. We emphasize understanding but combine such understanding with practical knowledge, both keyed to the elements required by the Coast Guard for each license and rating. Although the course is not approved by the USCG for "in lieu of" testing, our students self-test after each section to ensure they are learning the appropriate material. Extra instruction tailored to specific areas of need is available to those desiring it. For more information, contact the School at 1.800.284.4335 or 1.206.667.9377 or by email. Instructor Fred Triggs can be reached at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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