| Course Name | Diploma of Maritime Operations (Marine Engineering Class 3 Near Coastal) |
|---|---|
| Course Code | MAR50120 |
| Location | Newnham Campus, Launceston |
| Duration | Approximately 12 weeks |
| Course Fees |
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| Intake 1 |
Please express your interest by contacting RTO.Administration@utas.edu.au or 03 6324 9404 |
About the course
Diploma of Maritime Operations (Marine Engineering Class 3 Near Coastal) will equip you to work as a Chief Engineer on vessels with propulsion power up to 3000 kW in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ). This qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification by AMSA as an Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal as defined in Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency – National Law) 2013.
This course is delivered in two stages: -
- Blended Delivery – 2 weeks
- On campus – 10 weeks
Included in the course:
- Certificate of Safety Training (CoST) Short Courses
- Confined Space
- Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Crafts Other than Fast Rescue Boats (CPSC)
- Advanced Fire Fighting
- Engine Room Management
- Electronics, electrical, control and automation
- Engineering calculations and naval architecture
- Slipway and ship visit
- Marine engineering
- Auxiliary boilers
- Diesel systems
- Steam systems
- Main propulsion and auxiliary systems
- Operational watchkeeping
Safety Course Requirements
- First Aid
- Basic Fire Fighting
- Personal Safety & Social Responsibility
- Personal Survival Techniques
- Security Awareness
- Confined Space Entry
- Certificate of Proficiency in Survival Crafts Other than Fast Rescue Boats (CPSC)
- Advanced Fire Fighting
Entry Requirements
There are no specific qualification entry requirements to undertake MAR50120 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Marine Engineering Class 3 Near Coastal).
Each student is required to undertake a prescribed LLN assessment before they are granted entry to the qualification course.
While not a qualification entry requirement, the institution, as part of its student application process does requires each potential student to complete a medical declaration, which may require further discussion as to the student’s suitability to undertake the course of study.
Career Opportunities
Upon satisfactory completion of the course and subject to meeting further requirements of Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), students may be able to obtain an Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency from AMSA.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
For further information regarding Certification of Competency, please refer to the AMSA Website
Location
Launceston courses will be delivered at AMC's Newnham Campus on a full-time basis - Newnham Campus, Launceston (PDF 698.2KB). Some practical aspects of the training will be undertaken at the Beauty Point campus (bus transfers will be provided free of charge).
Accommodation
On-campus accommodation is available, for further information please visit the UTAS Accommodation website.
How to apply
Please visit the Enrolment information page to apply.
Need further information?
Please complete the Online Enquiry Form and the most appropriate person will respond to you directly.
Contact details
RTO Administration
Australian Maritime College
Locked Bay 1397
Launceston Tasmania 7250
T: +61 3 6324 9404
E: RTO.administration@utas.edu.au
* AMC Tuition Fees do not include Certificate of Safety Training (COST), CPSC, Advanced Fire Fighting, AMSA Certificate of Competency Administration Fee or AMSA Certificate of Competency Application Fee
^ Dates may vary depending on units undertaken. AMC reserves the right to reschedule or cancel courses due to insufficient enrolments
Unique Student Identifier (USI)
As of 1 January 2015 students undertaking nationally recognised training are required to have a USI.To apply, please visit: Unique Student Identifier. You will be asked to provide your USI upon enrolment.
