Electrician Endorsement: 

Marine 

Marine Electricians enjoy the challenge of managing electrical installation, maintenance and repairs in a marine environment—keeping our ships functioning safely and efficiently. 

As a Marine Electrician, you’ll bring your resourceful approach to a unique environment.  

Every day, you’ll take a hands-on and careful approach to the complex systems that run our ships. You’ll ensure safe distribution of electrical power by installing electrical components, interpreting drawings and applying codes and regulations.  

What You'll Learn

  • How to install marine wiring 
  • How to install and maintain power generation components 
  • How to install and maintain power distribution components 
  • How to install and maintain shipboard systems and controls 
  • How to test and troubleshoot  

Key Job Skills

  • Critical thinking 
  • Troubleshooting  
  • Judgement and decision-making 
  • Quality control analysis  
  • Installation and maintenance 

Technical Training

To get certified, you will need to sign up for technical training at an approved training provider in addition to on-the-job training. 

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Technical Training 6 weeks over 1 year
Work-Based Training
1680 HOURS
General Skills
Analytical Curious Independent Logical Persistent

Program Updates

Program Information and Resources

Program Profile

Occupational Description

A Marine Electrician understands electrical installation and maintenance of electrical equipment in a marine environment and is responsible for the safe operation and distribution of AC and DC electrical power to the various ship systems. Marine electricians apply and install transits, cabling and terminations, interpret marine electrical drawings, interpret and apply marine codes and regulations, use test equipment for troubleshooting ship systems such as main and auxi

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Exam Information and Resources

 

Endorsement Exam

 

Updates:

  • None

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Challenge the Trade

If you have significant work experience in a trade but have never been certified in Canada, you may apply to challenge the certification. Learn more about How to Challenge a Skilled Trade.