Modification History
Release 1. New qualification.
Qualification Description
This qualification is suitable for people who work in the maritime industry as a Chief Engineer on vessels with propulsion power up to 3000 kW in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as an Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal as defined by the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.
Certification will require achievement of the MAR50613 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Marine Engineering Class 3 Near Coastal), qualifying sea service and completed Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) approved task book or qualifying sea service or qualifying sea service and a workshop skill equivalent qualification, AMSA final assessment and an AMSA approved first aid certificate; people seeking certification should check with AMSA.
Certification will also require either MAR40513 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal) or a trade (as specified in NSCV Part D).
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = 15 units 15 core units |
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MARE001 |
Communicate effectively when performing engineering duties |
MARF003 |
Follow vessel security procedures |
MARF006 |
Observe personal safety and social responsibility |
MARF008 |
Prevent and fight fires on board a vessel |
MARF009 |
Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment |
MARF010 |
Work safely in confined spaces on a vessel |
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 |
MARL006 |
Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine diesel engines and systems |
MARL007 |
Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine electrical systems |
MARL008 |
Demonstrate basic knowledge of ships and ship routines |
MARL009 |
Perform basic marine engineering calculations |
Qualification Mapping Information
This qualification is equivalent to MAR50113 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Marine Engineering Class 3).
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=772efb7b-4cce-47fe-9bbd-ee3b1d1eb4c2