Modification History
Release 1. This is the first release of this qualification in the MAR Maritime Training Package.
Qualification Description
This qualification is suitable for people who work in the maritime industry as an Engineer Watchkeeper on a seagoing ship powered by main propulsion machinery of any propulsion power in any operating area.
This qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as an Engineer Watchkeeper by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). People seeking certification should check requirements with AMSA.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 22 units 18 core units, plus 4 elective units from the elective units list below:
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Core units |
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MARE001 |
Communicate effectively when performing engineering duties |
MARF003 |
Follow vessel security procedures |
MARF008 |
Prevent and fight fires on board a vessel |
MARF010 |
Work safely in confined spaces on a vessel |
MARF022 |
Apply maritime resource management principles |
MARG004 |
Provide leadership to crew |
MARJ003 |
Ensure compliance with environmental management legislation |
MARL002 |
Apply basic principles of naval architecture |
MARL003 |
Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine auxiliary boilers |
MARL004 |
Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine auxiliary machinery and equipment |
MARL005 |
Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine control systems and automation |
MARL007 |
Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine electrical systems |
MARL009 |
Perform basic marine engineering calculations |
MARL010 |
Apply basic principles of marine electrotechnology |
MARL011 |
Apply basic principles of marine engineering thermodynamics |
MARL012 |
Apply basic principles of marine mechanics |
MARL037 |
Demonstrate knowledge of ships and ship routines |
HLTAID003 |
Provide first aid |
Elective units: Group A |
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MARL006 |
Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine diesel engines and systems |
MARL013 |
Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine steam turbines and main boilers |
Elective units: Group B |
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MARA001 |
Contribute to safe cargo operations on liquefied gas tankers |
MARA002 |
Contribute to safe cargo operations on oil and chemical tankers |
MARB013 |
Maintain and repair marine electrical and electronic equipment |
MARB014 |
Maintain and repair shipboard machinery and equipment |
MARC014 |
Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres |
MARC018 |
Employ tools, equipment and materials in a shipboard context |
MARF006 |
Observe personal safety and social responsibility |
MARF007 |
Operate survival craft and other lifesaving applications |
MARF009 |
Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment |
MARF011 |
Manage firefighting and fire prevention activities on board a vessel |
MARF013 |
Provide medical first aid on board a vessel |
Qualification Mapping Information
This qualification replaces MAR50213 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Engineer Watchkeeper) – not equivalent.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=772efb7b-4cce-47fe-9bbd-ee3b1d1eb4c2