(a)The minimum service required to qualify an applicant for endorsement as First Assistant Engineer of steam, motor, and/or gas turbine-propelled vessels is—
(1)One year of service as an Assistant Engineer while holding an MMC with a Second Assistant Engineer endorsement; or
(2)One year of service as a Chief Engineer-Limited and completing the appropriate examination described in subpart I of this part.
(b)A person holding this endorsement may qualify for an STCW endorsement, according to §§ 11.327, 11.331, and 11.333 of this part.