Diploma in Nautical Science is a 1-year diploma program in nautical science that deals with the vibration monitoring of submerged vehicles and structures. The subject matter of this program covers Naval Architecture, Effects of Waves, Ocean Structures, Project Planning, and Ship geometry. The person who wants to build a career in Merchant Navy can choose this course program. Through these programs and aspirants will gain the knowledge that helps them to take the role of Navigation Officer in Merchant Navy.
After DNS, one may go for 18 months of sea service period and the appear for 2nd Mate exam. Through which they can serve a post of 2nd Officer in merchant Navy. Again, after the sea-service period for the further period they can appear for advanced test. This will help them to rise through Ranks and become Chief Officer.
DNS is a job-oriented program that will help the aspirants to search their career through merchant navy. Students can find their admissions in those institutions having DG approved colleges and also sponsor by the shipping companies.
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Highlights of the Course
| Type of the Course | Diploma |
| Duration of the Course | 1-year |
| Eligibility | Qualify 10+2 examination |
| Employment Areas | Indian Naval Sciences, Weather Forecasting CentresEducational Institutes |
| Job Types | Lecturer Operation ManagerTeacherMarine Engineering Instructor |
Types of the Course
DNS is a diploma program in Nautical Science.
Duration of the Course
The period of DNS course is 1-year with 2-semesters.
Eligibility Criteria
The students should pass the 10+2 examination with an aggregate mark of 50% in Science Subjects from any recognised institutions.
The admission criteria for this program will be varied from colleges to colleges. Normally admission will be based on merit ad entrance examination. some entrance tests that conducted by various institutions for the admission are:
- IMU CET
- IMU DNS
- GME
- ETO
Syllabus of the Course
DNS is a -year program where the entire curriculum is divided into 2-semesters. The programs cover the topics in Cargo handling, Ship operation, Navigation, Ship control and so on. The topics that generally included in the DNS are as follows.
| English & Communication Skills |
| Applied Mathematics Paper I |
| Nautical Physics & Electronics Paper I |
| Principles of Navigation Paper I |
| Ship Operation Technology Paper I |
| Naval Architecture Paper I |
| Applied Mathematics Paper II |
| Nautical Physics & Electronics Paper II |
| Voyage Planning & Collision Prevention |
| Cargo Work & Marine Communication Paper I |
| Environmental Science Paper I |
| Marine Engineering & Control System |
| Applied Mathematics Paper III |
| Nautical Physics & Electronics Paper III |
| Voyage Planning & Collision Prevention Paper II |
| Bridge Procedure & Legal Knowledge |
| Environmental Science Paper II |
| Marine Engineering & Control System |
| Computer Science |
| Applied Mathematics Paper IV |
| Nautical Physics & Electronics Paper IV |
| Principles of Navigation Paper II |
| Ship Operation Technology Paper II |
| Naval Architecture Paper II |
| Principles of Navigation Paper III |
| Ship Operation Technology Paper II |
| Naval Architecture Paper III |
| Maritime Law |
| Environmental Science Paper III |
| Principles of Navigation Paper IV |
| Ship Operation Technology Paper IV |
| Voyage Planning & Collision Prevention Paper III |
| Shipping Management |
| Marine Engineering & Control System |
Career prospects of DNS
After completing the DNS, the aspirants can get opportunities in academics, government, non-government, industry, and organisations.
Employment Areas
- environmentally based recreation
- marine industries
- aquaculture
- engineering
- environmental education
- hydro-geology
- water quality management
- marine electronics
- communication
- tourism
Job Types
- Trainee marine engineer
- Junior marine engineer
- Sales engineer
- Engineering manager
- Structural engineer
- Submarine engineer
- Third assistant engineer
- Onshore marine coordinator
- Marine equipment designer
- Dock engineer
- Teacher
- Lecturer
- Researcher
Recruiters
- American Cruise Lines
- TMC Shipping Private Limited
- GMMCO Limited
- SMEC Automation Private Limited
- GE Shipping Co Limited
Similar and higher Programs
- B.Tech Marine Engineering
- B.Tech Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering
- B.Tech Harbour & Ocean Engineering
- G.P Rating
- Diploma in Marine Engineering (DME)
- BBA Shipping
- M.B.A. Shipping & Logistics Management
- Higher National Diploma (Nautical Science)
- MBA Shipping Finance
- B.E Harbour and Ocean Engineering