Earn your QMED-Oiler rating. Without losing a single rotation.

The National QMED-Oiler endorsement, delivered 100% online and approved by the United States Coast Guard. Built for working mariners ready to earn their credential and advance in the engine room.

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The Industry · The Reality

You ship for a living. School shouldn’t ship you across the country.

Full USCG curriculum. No shortcuts.

The exact content the U.S. Coast Guard requires, structured for mariners who already know the engine room and need the credential to match the work.

Diesel Engines

Marine diesel engine components, operating principles, fuel systems, maintenance, troubleshooting, and safe operation.

Lubrication

Lubricating oils, lubrication systems, oil pressures and temperatures, routine maintenance, and recognizing abnormal operating conditions.

Bearings

Bearing types, lubrication, inspection, maintenance, alignment, overheating, wear, and common machinery problems.

Pumps & Auxiliary Machinery

Operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of common engine-room pumps and auxiliary equipment.

Electricity

Basic electrical theory, shipboard electrical equipment, generators, circuits, electrical safety, and troubleshooting fundamentals.

Boilers

Fundamentals of marine boilers, combustion, operating principles, water systems, maintenance, and safety.

Hand Tools

Correct selection, use, care, and safety procedures for tools commonly used by engine-department personnel.

Engine-Room Safety

Personal protective equipment, machinery hazards, fire prevention, emergency procedures, pollution prevention, and safe engine-room practices.

ENGINE DEPARTMENT

What Is a QMED-Oiler?

A Qualified Member of the Engine Department (QMED) is an experienced unlicensed member of a vessel’s engineering department who works under the supervision of licensed engineering officers. QMED-Oilers assist with the safe operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of machinery throughout the engine room.

Typical Duties

Monitoring machinery pressures and temperatures
Lubricating operating equipment
Inspecting pumps, motors, generators, and auxiliary machinery
Maintaining engine-room logs
Performing routine maintenance
Identifying abnormal machinery conditions
Assisting licensed engineers with repairs and maintenance
Maintaining a safe and clean engine-room environment

For many mariners, QMED-Oiler is an important step toward advancing into licensed engineering positions such as Designated Duty Engineer and Assistant Engineer.

USCG · Verified · Approved

The complete 100% online National QMED-Oiler course in America.

You can verify our USCG approval directly on the National Maritime Center’s website under approval code BEMART-387. We don’t ask you to trust us. We ask you to check the source.

USCG APPROVED PROVIDER (BEMART-387)

NMC RECOGNIZED THROUGH JUNE 30, 2030

SAME CREDENTIAL AS BRICK-AND-MORTAR SCHOOLS

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National QMED-Oiler Rating (BEMART-387)

Earn your National QMED-Oiler rating without missing a rotation. Complete Coast Guard examination substitution built for working mariners ready to advance in the engine room.

What’s included

Complete online QMED-Oiler curriculum (8 subjects)
Online student workbook
Interactive learning activities
Training videos and visual learning aids
Chapter quizzes
Practice questions and examinations
Online final examinations
Instructor support
One year to complete the course
USCG-approved course completion certificate upon successful completion

Duration

1 Year to Complete

Format

100% Online

Pace

Self-Paced

Approval Number

BEMART-387

course hours

110 Hours

Travel Required

None

EXAM FORMAT

Online Proctored

PASSING SCORE

70% (3 Attempts Included)

pricing

$2600

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Course Approval & Requirements Overview

National QMED-Oiler Online (BEMART-387)

Any applicant who successfully completes Beacon Maritime Training’s QMED-Oiler (BEMART-387) course within one year of submitting a complete application to the U.S. Coast Guard will satisfy:

The examination requirements of 46 CFR 12.501(c)(5) for a national rating endorsement as QMED-Oiler.
A course certificate may be used for one application resulting in issuance of the endorsement and may not be used for subsequent application transactions.

USCG Approval Number: BEMART-387
Current USCG Approval Valid Through: June 30, 2030

Important: Completion of BEMART-387 satisfies the USCG examination requirement for QMED-Oiler. Students are still responsible for meeting all other U.S. Coast Guard requirements (sea service, medical, Merchant Mariner Credential, and NMC application requirements) for issuance of the rating endorsement. QMED-Oiler (46 CFR 12.501).

Course & Equipment Requirements

A smartphone, tablet, or computer is needed to work through normal coursework.

The following are the minimum computer requirements for final proctored examinations:

Desktop or laptop computer (Mac, Windows-based PC, or compatible Chromebook).
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).

Examination Requirements

Students must successfully complete QMED Generals and QMED-Oiler examinations in accordance with Beacon Maritime Training’s U.S. Coast Guard-approved procedures:

Passing Score: 70%
Attempts Allowed: Up to 3 attempts allowed per examination
Examinations are completed 100% online in partnership with our approved proctoring provider, SmarterServices

Questions Before You Enroll

If you’re skeptical about online USCG approval, you’re not alone. Here are the answers to what every mariner asks before enrolling.

If I take this course, do I still have to sit for the USCG exam at the REC?

No. Successfully completing Beacon Maritime Training’s BEMART-387 course completely satisfies the examination requirements of 46 CFR 12.501(c)(5). The proctored exams built into the course are the examination; you are not sitting a separate USCG test on top of this.

How much sea time do I need for my QMED-Oiler endorsement?

Standard USCG requirements under 46 CFR 12.501 generally require 180 days of service in the engine department as a wiper or entry rating, or 90 days if completing an approved training program. The course covers the complete examination requirement, which you submit alongside your sea service documentation to the NMC.

Can I realistically do this course while I’m actively sailing?

Yes. The course was built specifically for mariners on rotation. Course lessons are self-paced and accessible from smartphones, tablets, or laptops whenever you are off-watch. You have 1 full year to finish.

What equipment do I need for the proctored final exams?

You will need a laptop or desktop computer (Windows, Mac, or Chromebook) with Google Chrome, a working webcam, a microphone, and a reliable internet connection (minimum 1 Mbps).

What happens if I don’t pass a proctored exam on the first attempt?

You are allowed up to 3 attempts per exam. If you need to re-take an exam, you can review the course material and re-test without having to repurchase the course.

After I finish the course, what is the process for getting my endorsement?

Upon passing, BMT issues your official USCG Course Completion Certificate. You include this certificate with your CG-719B application packet and submit it to the National Maritime Center (NMC) within one year of completion.

Final Word

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BEMART-387 | USCG Approved Through June 30, 2030