MCAST inaugurates the new Centre for Maritime Studies (CMS) 海事及科技部成立海事研究中心

The Malta College for Arts, Science, and Technology (MCAST) inaugurated new premises and facilities for the fully accredited Centre for Maritime Studies (CMS), which forms part of the Institute of Engineering and Transport (IET). Industry players were also invited to visit the new Centre and meet students.

The CMS offers a wide range of maritime programmes at different qualification levels, supporting both local and international demands in the maritime industry through proven, qualified, experienced lecturers and mentors.

The Minister of Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation Clifton Grima, was present for the official opening of the new Centre. The Minister said this was an exciting time for the College, offering state-of-the-art facilities and leading in providing industry-relevant learning opportunities across various sectors, including the maritime industry.

马耳他艺术、科学和技术学院(MCAST)为完全认可的海事研究中心(CMS)揭幕了新的场地和设施，该中心是工程和运输学院(IET)的一部分。业界人士亦应邀参观新中心，并与学生见面。

CMS提供多种不同资格级别的海事课程，通过久经考验、合格和有经验的讲师和导师，支持本地和国际海事行业的需求。

教育、体育、青年、研究和创新大臣克里夫顿·格里玛出席了新中心的正式开幕仪式。部长表示，这对学院来说是激动人心的时刻，学院提供了最先进的设施，并在包括航运业在内的各个部门提供与行业相关的学习机会方面处于领先地位。

During the inauguration event, MCAST Principal and CEO Professor Joachim James Calleja said, “This Centre offers internationally recognised qualifications for students to work on ocean-going vessels and yachts. Marine engineering students are qualified to start careers in shipyards as travelling repair engineers and progressing to the level of surveyors and inspectors. This starting investment of 250 000 Euro is part of our strategy to ensure that our learners have access to hands-on training facilities preparing them for the world of employment.”

The new facilities on level four of the Institute of Engineering and Transport building include three new simulators: a Bridge Control, Global Maritime Distress and a Safety System in Radio Communication, and an Electronic Charts Display Information System. The new seamanship workshop is equipped with all necessary s tools and devices, including first aid and emergency wear equipment for emergency exercises. The Centre also has its lifeboat and fast boat.

MCAST校长兼首席执行官Joachim James Calleja教授在成立仪式上表示:“该中心为学生提供国际认可的远洋船只和游艇工作资格。海洋工程专业的学生有资格在造船厂开始职业生涯，作为流动维修工程师，并逐步提高到测量师和检验员的水平。这项25万欧元的启动投资是我们战略的一部分，以确保我们的学员能够获得实践培训设施，为他们就业做好准备。”

工程和运输研究所大楼第四层的新设施包括三个新的模拟器:一个桥梁控制系统、全球海上遇险和无线电通信安全系统和一个电子海图显示信息系统。新的航海车间配备了所有必要的工具和设备，包括急救和应急穿戴设备，以进行紧急演习。中心还有救生艇和快艇。

Institute Director Ing. Stephen Sammut spoke about the CMS courses, which include full-time and part-time courses. One of the full-time courses is an introductory course leading to a Diploma in Deck Operations (MQF Level 3) with a study period of one academic year. Successful students may progress to a higher level leading to an Advanced Diploma in Deck Operations (MQF Level 4) and progressively ranking to as Officer In Charge of Navigational Watch.

Concurrently with deck courses, the Maritime Centre also offers Marine Engineering courses. One can start with an Advanced Diploma in Marine engineering, which can lead to a BSc (Hons) in Marine Engineering. Each course comprises three years of study. Workshops are also available for students to carry out practical exercises and include their thesis.

MCAST is building the capacity to deliver three courses related to the superyacht industry, with an Advanced Diploma in Yacht Deck Operations, an Advanced Diploma in Yacht Marine Engineering and an Advanced Diploma in Yacht Interior and Hospitality Operations. These courses will be pegged at MQF level 4 and delivered in both face-to-face and blended learning modes. This project, named ProCrew, aims to create for participants to obtain the qualifications necessary to work in the superyacht industry.

研究所所长宁。Stephen Sammut谈到了CMS课程，包括全日制和兼职课程。其中一门全日制课程是入门课程，可获得甲板操作文凭(MQF Level 3)，学习期限为一学年。成功的学员可升入更高级别，考取甲板操作高级文凭(MQF level 4)，并逐步晋升为航行监察主任。

除甲板课程外，海事中心亦提供轮机工程课程。你可以从海洋工程高级文凭开始，这可以通向海洋工程(荣誉)理学士学位。每个课程包括三年的学习。工作坊也可供学生进行实践练习，包括他们的论文。

MCAST正在建设提供与超级游艇行业相关的三门课程的能力，包括游艇甲板操作高级文凭、游艇海洋工程高级文凭和游艇内部和酒店运营高级文凭。这些课程将与MQF级别4挂钩，以面对面和混合学习模式授课。这个名为ProCrew的项目旨在让参与者获得在超级游艇行业工作所需的资格。

Around 60 full-time students are following deck courses, including Advanced Diploma in Deck Operations/Officer In Charge of Navigational Watch, Chief Mate and Master Mariner. Another 40 are enrolled in full-time courses in marine engineering, including the Advanced Diploma (MQF 4) and BSc (Hons) (MQF 6).

In addition, the CMS offers STCW ancillary short courses and licenses required to operate seacraft in local waters. These include licences for owners and operators of all kinds of boats. Other short courses are intended for port workers and local maritime entities where a significant training level is required.

The Centre for Maritime Studies is committed to supporting and developing careers in navigation, marine engineering, ships management, and exclusive maritime industry positions.

现时约有60名全日制学生修读甲板课程，包括甲板作业高级文凭/航行监察主任、大副及船长。另有40人参加了海洋工程的全日制课程，包括高级文凭(MQF 4)和理学学士(荣誉)(MQF 6)。

此外，CMS提供STCW辅助短期课程和在当地水域操作海船所需的许可证。这包括所有船只的船东和经营者的执照。其他短期课程是为需要高水平培训的港口工人和当地海事实体开设的。

海事研究中心致力于支持和发展航海、海洋工程、船舶管理和专门的海事行业职位。