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Diploma in Nautical Studies

(R3/1041/4/0007) (A11142) (Due: 21/12/2024-20/12/2029)

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Qualification

Certificate of Competency

COC

Standards of Training, Certification, and Watchkeeping

STCW

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Diploma in Marine Engineering

(R3/0715/4/0025) (A11143) (Due: 19/12/2024 – 18/12/2029)


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Diploma in Marine Electro Technology

(N/0712/4/0020)(MQA/PA 17387) (Due: 4/11/2024 – 3/11/2029)

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Our Programmes

Cadetship

• Diploma in Nautical Studies (R3/1041/4/0007) (A11142) (Due: 21/12/2024-20/12/2029) • Diploma in Marine Engineering (R3/0715/4/0025) (A11143) (Due: 19/12/2024 – 18/12/2029) • Diploma in Marine Electro Technology (N/0712/4/0020)(MQA/PA 17387) (Due: 4/11/2024 – 3/11/2029)

Maritime Management

• Diploma In Maritime Services (N/0414/4/0013) (MQA/FA 15561) (Due: 31/05/2022-30/5/2027) • Diploma In Maritime Management (N/0414/4/0009) (MQA/FA 15560) (Due: 31/05/2022-30/5/2027) • Diploma In Maritime Business Administration (N/0414/4/0012) (MQA/FA 15563) (Exp: 31/05/2022-30/5/2027) • Diploma In Maritime Transportation and Logistics (N/0414/4/0010) (MQA/FA 15562) (Due: 31/05/2022-30/5/2027)

Ratings (SKM)

• Understand and Operate Unmanned Engines H501-002-3-2017 (Single Tier) (Due: 27/9/2024-26/9/2027) • Deck Rating Certification - Learn Ship Navigation and Watchkeeping H501-003-3:2019 (Single Tier) (Due: 1/7/2024-30/6/2027)

Ratings (STCW)

• Rating As Able Seafarer Deck (Reg II/5) (Due: 9/9/2024–8/9/2029) • Rating Forming Part Of Navigational Watch (II/4) (Due: 9/9/2024–8/9/2029) • Rating As Able Seafarer Engine (Reg III/5) (Due: 9/9/2024–8/9/2029) • Rating Forming Part Of Engineering Watch (III/4) (Due: 9/9/2024–8/9/2029)

Advanced Post Sea

• Advanced Diploma in Nautical Studies (ADNS) (R/1041/5/0001)( MQA/FA 18243) (Due: 10/11/2024 -09/11/2029) • Advanced Diploma in Marine Engineering (ADME) (R/0715/5/0001) (MQA/FA9789) (Due: 10/11/2023-09/11/2028)

Franchise Degree

Covering aspects such as organizational behaviour, strategic management, marketing management, finance & accounting, supply chain management, business communication & statistics and entrepreneurship. This degree ensures that graduates acquire a well-rounded skill set essential for success in various roles within management and entrepreneurship.

Diploma in Marine Electro Technology (DMET)

(N/0712/4/0020)(MQA/PA 17387)

(Due: 4/11/2024 – 3/11/2029)

Year 1

Semester 1

• Maritime English • Mathematics • Electro Chemistry • Fluid Mechanics • Applied Heat • Social Responsibility • Electrotechnology • General Shipping Management = Total credit hours: 20

Semester 2

• Engineering Science • Thermodynamics • Electrical Power Distribution • Instrumentation and Monitoring • Power Electronics • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 • Maritime Organizations and Management = Total credit hours: 20

Semester 3

• Ship Communication Systems • Ancillary Equipment • Electrical Machines = Total credit hours: 9

Year 2

Semester 1

• Data Processing & Networking • Hotel Equipment • Automation and Control Systems • Cargo Equipment System • Integrity and Anti-Corruption • Maritime Legislation • Final Year Project (Proposal Stage) = Total credit hours: 18

Semester 2

• Auxiliary Equipment • Propulsion Equipment System • High Voltage Systems • Entrepreneurship • Leadership & Teamwork • Navigation Equipment System • Final Year Project (Final Stage) = Total credit hours: 18

Semester 3

• Industrial Training = Total credit hours: 12

Diploma in Nautical Studies (DNS)

(R3/1041/4/0007) (A11142)(Due: 21/12/2024-20/12/2029)

Year 1

Semester 1

• Business English • Mathematics • General Physics • Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation I • Meteorology I • Pengajian Malaysia II /Bahasa Melayu Kom I • Ship Construction • Marine Communication • Computer Application

Modular Courses

• Duration: 3 weeks • Basic Training (MBT) • Ship Security Awareness (MPA) • Person Designated with Security Duties (MSD)

Semester 2

• Maritime English • Heat, Waves & Light • Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation II • Celestial Navigation I • Cargo Work I • Professional Ethics • COLREGS I • Ship Stability I • Navigation Aids and Instruments

Year 2

Semester 3

• Magnetism and Electricity • Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation III • Celestial Navigation II • Ship Stability I • Seamanship • Meteorology II • Engineering Knowledge • Co-curriculum (CSR)

Modular Courses

• Duration: 3 weeks • Medical First Aid (MMFA) • Basic Training for Oil & Chemical Tanker Cargo Operation (MBOC) • Basic Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operation (MLGT)

Semester 4

• Electronics • Terrestrial & Coastal Navigation IV • Cargo Work II • Ship Construction II • COLREGS II • Compass – Magnetic & Gyro • Maritime Legislation • Application of Leadership and Team Working Skills

ALAM Competency Assessment Scheme (ACAS)

• Duration : 3 weeks

Year 3

Semester 5

• Industrial Training (Sea Phase I) • Correspondence Course (Module 1, 2 & 3)

Semester 6

• Industrial Training (Sea Phase II) • Correspondence Course (Module 4, 5 & 6)

Modular Courses

• Duration: 11 weeks • Bridge Resource Management (MBRM) • Radar Navigation and Radar Plotting (MRN) • Electronic Navigation Aids (ENA) • ARPA Operation (MAR) • GMDSS General Operator Certificate (MDSS (G)) • Electronic Chart Display Information System (MCI) • Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats (MSCR) • Advanced Fire-fighting (MAFF)

Mock Oral Preparatory

• Duration : 3 weeks

Mock Oral Assessment

• Duration : 2 weeks

Diploma in Marine Engineering (DME)

(R3/0715/4/0025) (A11143) (Due: 19/12/2024 – 18/12/2029)

Year 1

Semester 1

• Introduction to Engineering Science • Introduction to Engineering Mathematics • Introduction to Engineering Thermodynamics • Basic Applied Mechanics • Introduction to Industrial Chemistry • Maritime English • Co-Curriculum Training • Maintenance & Repair – Metal Working Skills • Marine Engineering Knowledge

Semester 2

• Differential & Integral Calculus • Introduction to Thermodynamic Processes • Fluid Mechanics • Engineering Materials • Co-Curriculum training • Maintenance & Repair – Machining Skills • Marine Automatic Control Systems • Professional Ethics • Engineering Knowledge General I • Basic Marine Electro technology

Modular Courses

• Duration: 1 month • Basic Training (MBT) • Ship Security Awareness (PASD) • Medical First Aid (MMFA)

Year 2

Semester 3

• Applied Thermodynamics I • Marine Control & Automation • Application of Leadership & Team Working Skills • Fundamental of Alternating Current • Marine Electrical Practice I • Pengajian Malaysia/ • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi • Plant Training I • Engineering Drawing

Semester 4

• Naval Architecture • Applied Thermodynamics II • Marine Steam Turbines • Engineering Knowledge General II • Advances Marine Electro Technology • Electronic Circuits • Marine Electrical Practice II • Plant Training II • Engineering Design

Year 3

Semester 5 & 6

• Shipboard Training I • Shipboard Training II * Mandatory Completion of MARDEP Shipboard Training Record Book

Semester 7

• Ship Construction • Engineering Knowledge General III • Marine Diesel Engines • Marine Steam Boilers • Watch Keeping Preparatory • Applied Computing

Modular Courses

• Proficiency in Survival Craft (MSCR) • Advanced Fire Fighting (MAFF) • Engine Room Resource Management (ERM)

Deck Ratings

Deck Ratings – Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Program

• Able Seafarers Deck (ASD) – STCW 2010 Manila Amendment (Regulation II/5) In accordance with the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) regulation II/5, this certification course best prepares you to serve on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more as deck ratings. It also provides you the required knowledge and skills as required by navigational watchkeeping, operation or maintenance and safety under the direct supervision of the master or officer in charge of a navigational watch.s

Deck Ratings – Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) Program

• SKM Level 3 Navigational Watchkeeping and Deck Operation SKM is a form of recognition given by the Department of Skills Development (JPK), Ministry of Human Resources to qualified individuals who have reached the level/ standard as determined by JPK. SKM is recognized by the industry as well as the government sectors in Malaysia, providing an exciting career and personal development path and aims to produce skilled and qualified workers to enhance the competitiveness of local industries in the world market. At the end of the program, you will be awarded with the Able Seafarers Deck (ASD) certificate recognized by the Malaysia Marine Department together with the SKM Level 3 from JPK.

Engine Ratings

Engine Ratings – Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Program

• Able Seafarers Engine (ASE) – STCW 2010 Manila Amendment (Regulation III/5) A short course that trains you to be a certified engine rating who forms part of a watch in a manned engine room. You will also gain the relevant knowledge and skillsets to effectively perform duties in periodically unmanned engine room. Through this course, you will be qualified to serve on a seagoing ship powered by a main propulsion machinery of 750kW propulsion.

Engine Ratings – Malaysian Skills Certificate (SKM) Program

• SKM Level 3 Marine Engine Maintenance Operation SKM is a form of recognition given by the Department of Skills Development (JPK), Ministry of Human Resources to qualified individuals who have reached the level or standard as determined by JPK. SKM is recognized by the industry as well as the government sectors in Malaysia, providing an exciting career and personal development path and aims to produce skilled and qualified workers to enhance the competitiveness of local industries in the world market. At the end of the program, you will be awarded with the Able Seafarers Engine (ASE) certificate recognized by the Malaysia Marine Department together with the SKM Level 3 from JPK.

Our Ratings Programme

Our Recognition & Licensing Bodies

Conducted Malaysia's First Hybrid Standards of Training, Certification & Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) courses

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Ranked amongst the top training institutions in Malaysia Awarded the prestigious Competitive Rating by MyQuest

Continuously cultivating strategic alliances with global academia and industry players

Our graduates are now employed in Top Maritime Companies including

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Both instructors and peers show care by supporting each other, especially when things get tough. Instructors guide us, give advice and check on us while peers help in studies, training, and personal struggles. There’s a sense of family here even with the regimental setting, The environment here teaches us to move as a team. Whether in drills, classes, or daily routines, we learn that no one succeeds alone. We’re encouraged to help, remind, and support each other. This builds a mindset that caring for your coursemates is part of the journey, not just an obligation.

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ALAM combines academic learning with hands-on training, like practical drills, simulations, and regimental routines. The academics and practicals build our technical skills, while the daily discipline, teamwork and responsibilities shape our character. The leadership programme gives us exposure to roles, group tasks and decision-making situations. It teaches us to lead by example, stay calm, and act fairly even under pressure. We learn that leadership is not about power, but guiding others with integrity, respect, and empathy.

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As an engine cadet, I can really feel the ‘Care’ aspect especially during workshop sessions and hectic regimental days. The instructors always guide us patiently, even when we make mistakes while handling tools or machinery. My coursemates also look out for one another. We share knowledge, help fix errors and motivate each other to push through tough days. That kind of support makes the challenges easier to handle. The structured training at ALAM, especially the hands-on workshops and semi-regimental lifestyle, has taught me a lot. Working with real engine components improved my technical skills, while the discipline and routine built my confidence, time management, and teamwork. It shaped me to be more responsible, not just as a cadet, but as a future marine engineer who can stay calm and focused under pressure.

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With a business background, I’ve always been curious about how global trade and supply chains work especially the maritime industry's role. I chose ALAM for its strong reputation, hands-on training, and industry connections. The programme bridges my business skills with real-world maritime operations. Beyond academics, ALAM has taught me discipline, teamwork, and time management. Supportive lecturers and a structured environment have helped me grow personally and professionally, giving me confidence to enter the maritime industry.

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I chose ALAM after my parents suggested it, and I’m glad they did. Its reputation for discipline, professional training, and industry recognition won me over. As someone who thrives in a structured environment, ALAM turned out to be the right choice. Although I’ve always loved arts and crafts, I pursued a Diploma in Maritime Business Administration for its real-world potential. The programme opened my eyes to the importance of global trade and shipping logistics. Beyond academics, ALAM has shaped my confidence, time management, and teamwork skills. It’s been a journey of growth, and I’m proud to be part of this academy.

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I chose ALAM because it’s at the heart of Malaysia’s maritime industry, known for producing disciplined, industry-ready graduates. With a passion for global trade and shipping, the Diploma in Maritime Transportation and Logistics was the perfect fit. The programme gave me real insight into logistics, port operations, and international shipping laws. More than technical knowledge, ALAM has helped me build soft skills like leadership, teamwork, and time management. It’s a place that pushes you to grow both professionally and personally.

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I chose ALAM for its strong industry ties, structured environment, and focus on developing disciplined, career-ready graduates. The Maritime Management programme matched my passion for global trade and port operations, giving me a solid foundation in logistics and international business. Studying here has sharpened my communication, teamwork, and time management skills. Most importantly, ALAM has given me the confidence and clarity to pursue a meaningful career in maritime management.

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