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    Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master less than 100 metres Near Coastal)

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Expand your horizons and take your maritime career to the next level as you gain the skills to work as a Master on domestic vessels up to 80 metres long. Enjoy a greater variety of employment opportunities around the Australian near coastal zone.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Develop skills in ship handling

    • Lead and manage a ship crew

    • Conduct safe navigational watches in a variety of conditions

    • Conduct fire-fighting as a team and manage emergency responses

    • Provide first aid onboard a vessel

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • Experience in managing firefighting and fire prevention activities onboard a vessel

    • Exposure to conducting emergency response drills and man-overboard drills using life-saving equipment in simulated environments

    • Train on an AMSA-approved Ship's Bridge Simulator to analyse information from bridge equipment and conduct a safe navigational watch in a variety of conditions

    • Eligibility to apply for Master less than 80 Metres Near Coastal Certificate of Competency through AMSA

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • Before your first day of class you must complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test and achieve a score of 4 across the Learning, Numeracy and Oral Communcation bands,a score of 3 across the Reading and Writing bands and 2 across one band of Digital Literacy. This helps us to determine that your skills match the demands of the course, to direct you to an alternative study option or to provide you with the appropriate support for your success. Your teacher will let you know when this must be completed.

    Completion requirements

    During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:

    • The ability to attend practical assessment sessions on campus and/or at related facilities

    • The ability to bring suitable clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE) for your assessments

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • A Master less than 35 Metres Near Coastal Certificate of Competency or have equivalent experience

    • The ability to swim 50 metres and stay afloat for 5 minutes without a life jacket and in work attire

    • A resistance to acute ocean sickness

    • The ability to perform basic trigonometry at Year 10 level maths or equivalent

    • Comfort working safely in confined spaces on a vessel

    • The ability to supply or use your existing Personal Protective Equipment like safety shoes and protective clothing

    • The ability to supply navigation and plotting equipment like a scientific calculator, parallel rulers, compasses and dividers

    TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: Master on commercial vessels up to 80 metres long operating within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ), Chief mate on commercial vessels up to 80 metres long operating within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and Deck watchkeeper on commercial vessels up to 80 metres long operating within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)

    Licensing

    To work as a master on commercial vessels up to 80 metres in length, you need to attain the AMSA Certificate of Competency. To be eligible for this license, you need to meet the following requirements: - Be at least 16 years old - Hold either a Master less than 35 metres near coastal or Mate less than 80 metres near coastal certificate of competency - Meet medical, eyesight, sea service and course requirements as indicated on the AMSA website - Successfully complete the Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master up to 80 metres Near Coastal) Please see the AMSA website for further information.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study1 Course

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    Further study0 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    The Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master less than 100 metres Near Coastal) does not have any post-graduate courses.

    Related study0 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    The Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master less than 100 metres Near Coastal) does not have any related courses.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master less than 100 metres Near Coastal) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 22 Units of competency, including 22 core and 0 speciality units.

    Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Manoeuvre the shipMARK011

    • Plan and conduct a passage and determine positionMARH022

    • Use of electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) to maintain the safety of navigation MARH023

    • Use of radar and other bridge equipment to maintain safety of navigationMARH024

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    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

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