CAPT.K.NEPPOLIAN
Summary
Master Mariner and Maritime Academic with over 15 years of combined sea-going and academic experience in Nautical Science education and maritime training. Developed innovative teaching methodologies and enhanced research capabilities while serving as Associate Professor and Head of Department. Led curriculum delivery and student mentoring, focusing on cultivating globally competent maritime professionals through practical training and industry collaboration.
Overview
3
3
Languages
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of the Department – Nautical Science
AMET Institute of Science and Technology
01.2025 - Current
- Lead the Department of Nautical Science.
- Coordinate academic planning and faculty workload.
- Prepare academic timetables and examination schedules.
- Monitor teaching quality and student performance.
- Coordinate faculty development programmes.
- Organize industrial visits and simulator training.
- Liaise with maritime industry and regulatory authorities.
- Ensure compliance with DGS, STCW and institutional regulations.
- Lead departmental meetings and quality assurance initiatives.
- Mentor faculty members and supervise departmental activities.
Associate Professor
AMET Institute of Science and Technology
01.2024 - Current
- Teach undergraduate Nautical Science courses.
- Deliver theory and practical sessions using bridge simulators.
- Prepare lesson plans, teaching materials, and assessment tools.
- Develop question banks and outcome-based assessments.
- Guide students for competency examinations and maritime careers.
- Conduct internal assessments and practical evaluations.
- Mentor cadets for academic and professional development.
- Participate in curriculum planning and accreditation activities.
- Organize seminars, workshops, and maritime awareness programmes.
Free Lance Port Captain
Kusha Marine Pvt Ltd
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
10.2022 - Current
- Working as a freelance port captain (part-time) for project cargo and break bulk cargo in Ennore, Chennai, and Tuticorin ports.
- Cargo loaded, windmill nozzle hubs.
- Cargo-loaded train coaches.
- Cargo-loaded machinery products.
- Cargo loaded granite and marbles.
- Supervised vessel operations ensuring compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for ship arrivals and departures.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure the smooth flow of operations.
- Supervised loading and unloading operations and verified cargo weights.
- Provided technical advice to captains regarding navigation rules and regulations.
- Tracked cargo movement, prepared manifests, and maintained records of shipments.
- Directed and coordinated crew members while loading or unloading cargo, steering vessels, operating engines and maintaining or repairing ship equipment.
- Communicated effectively with stakeholders regarding shipping schedules and issues.
- Collaborated with port authorities to facilitate smooth cargo operations.
Seagoing Experience
- Progressive seagoing experience, advancing from Deck Cadet to Master.
- Extensive experience on Bulk Carriers, Self-Unloading Bulk Carriers, and Emergency Towing & Salvage Vessels, with service in ranks including Deck Cadet, Third Officer, Second Officer, Chief Officer, and Master.
- Experienced in navigation, cargo operations, shipboard safety management, emergency response, and bridge resource management on vessels up to 99,107 DWT.
Education
MBA - shipping and logistics
AMET University
Chennai05-2026
BSC - Nautical science
AMET University
Chennai01-2010
Skills
- Maritime Education & Training
- Nautical Science
- Ship Stability
- Principles of Navigation
- Bridge Resource Management
- COLREGS
- Seamanship
- Cargo Operations
- Maritime Safety
- STCW Compliance
- IMO Conventions
- Simulator-Based Training
- Academic Administration
- Curriculum Development
- Student Mentoring
- Examination & Assessment
- Research Guidance
- Leadership & Team Management
- Regulatory compliance
- Project management
- Logistics coordination
- Load line assignments
- Cargo handling supervision
- Voyage planning
- ISM code compliance
- Maritime labor convention
- Risk assessment
- Insurance claim handling
- Training and mentoring
OBJECTIVE
- To participate in the Faculty Exchange Program to foster international academic collaboration, exchange innovative teaching practices, strengthen maritime education and research, and contribute to the development of globally competent maritime professionals while enhancing my professional and intercultural competencies.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Certificate of Competency for Master Mariner, IFO0–15878
Personal Information
Family Status: Married
Date of Birth: 06/04/1989
Address:
NO 263 Mariamman kovil street,
Edapalayam village,
Semaangalam PO
Vanur TK
Villupuram
Tamilnadu -605109
Alternate EmailID - neppolian 4u@gmail.com
Languages
English
Tamil
Hindi
Timeline
Head of the Department – Nautical Science
AMET Institute of Science and Technology
01.2025 - Current
Associate Professor
AMET Institute of Science and Technology
01.2024 - Current
Free Lance Port Captain
Kusha Marine Pvt Ltd
10.2022 - Current
Seagoing Experience
MBA - shipping and logistics
AMET University
BSC - Nautical science
AMET University