Bangladesh Institute of Marine Technology
Bangladesh Institute of Marine Technology, in Narayanganj, is a state-supported institute that offers four-year higher level diploma programs, including a Diploma in Engineering Marine Technology and a Diploma in Engineering Shipbuilding Technology. BIMT also supports four different courses of study in engineering.
History
The institute was established in 1958. It was known as the Marine Diesel Training Center since 1960. On December 10, 1979, it was renamed as Bangladesh Institute of Marine Technology.Campus
BIMT is situated on campus on the east bank of the Shitalakshya River in Bandar Upazila. Across the river lies the city of Narayanganj, most easily reached by boat. The Tribenee Canal marks the southern boundary of campus.Organization and administration
The institute is controlled by the Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training under the Ministry of Expatriates Welfare and Overseas Employment.Academics
BIMT offers four-year courses of study; leading to such as "Diploma in Engineering Marine Technology" & "Diploma in Engineering Shipbuilding Technology" Equivalent to Undergraduate Engineering. It also offers two-year trade courses:- Marine Diesel Engine Artificer 2 years National Diploma
- Ship Fabrication 2 Years national Diploma
- Shipbuilding & Mechanical Draftsmanship 2 Years National Diploma
- Shipbuilding Welding 2 Years National Diploma