Start Preparing for Your USCG Exam Today
The Beacon Maritime Training 3rd Assistant Engineer Exam Prep Program gives you the tools you need to prepare efficiently and confidently.
Designed for working mariners, this program is compatible with all devices, allowing you to study on your desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone during rotations, travel, or downtime, so you can prepare for your license exam wherever it is most convenient.
| What You Get | Exam Modules Covered |
|---|---|
| • 6,998 current USCG questions | Q511 I — General Subjects |
| • Current USCG illustrations | Q512 II — General Subjects |
| • Detailed answer explanations | Q513 — Steam Plants |
| • Unlimited practice exams | Q536 — Electricity, Electronics & Control Engineering |
| • Keyword search for questions | Q514— Motor Plants |
| • My Wrong Answer Pool | Q515 — Gas Turbine Plants |
| • Correct Answer Only Review Mode | Q516— Engineering Safety & Environmental Protection |
| • Offline Study Mode |
All plans include full access to the entire question bank and all study features. There are no locked features or restricted content tiers.
100% Online, Self Paced and United States Coast Guard Approved
Any applicant who has successfully completes Beacon Maritime Training's QMED-Oiler (BEMART-387)
course within one year of the date of submitting a complete application will satisfy:
⦁ The examination requirements of 46 CFR 12.501(c)(5) for a national rating
endorsement as QMED-Oiler.
AND
⦁ The examination requirements of 46 CFR 12.501(c)(5) for a national rating
endorsement as Electrician/Refrigerating Engineer.
100% Online — USCG Approved (Pending)
QMED-F=Boiler Technician/Oiler/Watertender (Formerly FOWT)
This course is a self-paced online format based on the 150 hour standard classroom QMED-FOWT Course.
- A mariner who successfully completes the course within 1 year of application will satisfy the professional examination requirements of 46 CFR 12.501(c)(5) for national rating endorsements as QMED-Oiler and Boiler Technician/Watertender.
Course Requirements
A smart phone, tablet or computer is required to work through the course.
The following is the minimum computer requirements for the final proctor exams:
- Desktop or laptop computer (Mac, Windows, or Chromebook)
- Windows 7 or newer / macOS 10.10 or newer
- Macs require a minimum of macOS 10.10.
- Minimum internet speed: 1 Mbps download & upload
- Google Chrome (version 74 or higher)
- Web camera and microphone (required for final exam)
Testing Requirements:
- QMED-Steam/General 1: 50 Questions 70% to pass
- QMED-Oiler/Generals 2: 50 Questions 70% to pass
- Attempts Allowed: 3 each
All exams are conducted online within the course in partnership with our proctoring provider, SmarterServices.
100% Online — USCG Approved
National Designated Duty Engineer (DDE) 1000 to 4000 HP-Motor
Any applicant who has successfully completes Beacon Maritime Training's Designated Duty Engineer (DDE) 1000/4000 Horsepower (BEMART-156) course within one year of the date of submitting a complete application will:
• Satisfy the professional examination requirements of 46 CFR 11.201(j) for a national officer endorsement as Designated Duty Engineer Less Than 4,000 HP Motor under 46 CFR 11.524. This approval is limited to the original issuance of Designated Duty Engineer Less Than 4,000 HP Motor only. Any other endorsement sought in conjunction with this approval will require the successful completion of the USCG-administered examination for that endorsement;
OR
• Receive 45 days of sea service credit that can be applied toward the service requirements of 46 CFR 11.524(b)(1) for a credential as Designated Duty Engineer of Motor Propelled Vessels of Unlimited Horsepower.
• This course does not satisfy any STCW competency or training. Application of this course for endorsement may be used for only one transaction.
Course Requirements:
A smartphone, tablet or computer is needed to work through the course.
The following is the minimum computer requirements for examination:
- Desktop or laptop computer (Mac or Windows-based PC). Chromebooks are also acceptable.
- Windows PCs require a minimum of Windows 7.
- Macs require a minimum of macOS 10.10.
- Minimum Recommended Speeds:
- Internet 1 Mbps – Download
- Internet 1 Mbps – Upload
- Google Chrome web browser, version 74 or higher
- Web Camera (final exams only)
- Microphone (final exams only)
Testing Requirements:
- Safety and Environmental: 50 Questions 70% to pass
- Generals: 50 Questions 70% to pass
- Motor Propulsion: 50 Questions 70% to pass
- 3 attempts at each exam
All exams are conducted online within the course in partnership with our proctoring provider, SmarterServices.
Sea Service Requirements:
Applicants must meet the USCG requirements for sea service and endorsement qualifications. DDE 4000 11.534
QMED-Oiler Course Update
Beacon Maritime Training recently received guidance from the U.S. Coast Guard requiring revisions to the current QMED-Oiler course delivery structure, including updates related to delivery methods and examination procedures.
The current course approval remains active during the Coast Guard’s correction period. The U.S. Coast Guard has confirmed that course completion certificates issued within 90 days of April 29, 2026, will continue to be accepted for credentialing purposes.
Currently enrolled students are strongly encouraged to complete the course requirements no later than July 28, 2026. Certificates issued after this date cannot be guaranteed to be accepted under the current course approval structure.
Students with questions regarding course progress or scheduling are encouraged to contact Beacon Maritime Training directly.
100% Online Pending United States Coast Guard Approval
100% Online — USCG Approved (Pending)
Engine Resource Management
This course is a self-paced online format based on the standard 40 hour in person course, the IMO Model Course 7.17: Engine-Room Resource Management and IMO Model Course 1.39: Leadership and Teamwork.
- Engine Room Resource Management training requirements in 46 CFR 11.325(a)(3)(i) and (b)(1); 46 CFR 11.327(a)(3)(i) and (b)(1); 46 CFR 11.329(a)(4)(iv); 46 CFR 11.331(a)(3)(i) and (b)(1); and 46 CFR 11.333(a)(3)(i) and (b)(1)
AND;
- The Leadership and Teamworking Skills within 46 CFR 11.329(c);
AND;
- Specific task from NVIC 17-14 (Ch-3) Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch: 1.4; 15.1.A; 16.1.A; 16.2.A; 16.3.A; 16.4.A.
Course Requirements
A smart phone, tablet or computer is required to work through the course.
The following is the minimum computer requirements for the final proctor exams:
- Desktop or laptop computer (Mac, Windows, or Chromebook)
- Windows 7 or newer / macOS 10.10 or newer
- Macs require a minimum of macOS 10.10.
- Minimum internet speed: 1 Mbps download & upload
- Google Chrome (version 74 or higher)
- Web camera and microphone (required for final exam)
Testing Requirements:
- Final Exam: 20 multiple-choice questions
- Passing Score: 70%
- Attempts Allowed: 3
- Exam Format: AI-proctored online via SmarterServices
All exams are conducted online within the course in partnership with our proctoring provider, SmarterServices.
Start Preparing for Your USCG Exam Today
The Beacon Maritime Training 3rd Assistant Engineer Exam Prep Program gives you the tools you need to prepare efficiently and confidently.
Designed for working mariners, this program is compatible with all devices, allowing you to study on your desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone during rotations, travel, or downtime, so you can prepare for your license exam wherever it is most convenient.
| What You Get | Exam Modules Covered |
|---|---|
| • 4,995 current USCG questions | Q535 — General Subjects |
| • Current USCG illustrations | Q536 — Electricity, Electronics & Control Engineering |
| • Detailed answer explanations | Q537 — Steam Plants I |
| • Unlimited practice exams | Q538 — Steam Plants II |
| • Keyword search for questions | Q531 — Motor Plants I |
| • My Wrong Answer Pool | Q532 — Motor Plants II |
| • Correct Answer Only Review Mode | Q533 — Gas Turbine Plants |
| • Offline Study Mode | Q534 — Engineering Safety & Environmental Protection |
All plans include full access to the entire question bank and all study features. There are no locked features or restricted content tiers.
