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Course code: 800-000479

TAFE Statement in Marine Engineering - Experience Assessment (AMSA) Part A

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Overview About this course

This customised bridging course enables Marine Engineer Class 3 (NC) holders and other unclassified Marine Transport Professionals to pursue higher qualifications in the Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Marine Engineering.

Outcomes What you'll gain

Learning outcomes

During this course you'll learn to:

  • Reinforce your trade skills

Course outcomes

You'll leave this course with:

  • A letter of assessment to present to AMSA

Suitability Is this course right for you?

Industry Requirements

Gain the skills required for licensing and certification purposes

Entry requirements

Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

  • There are no entry requirements for this course.

Entry recommendations

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

  • The ability to provide video evidence of yourself demonstrating workshop skills as required

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.

Pathways Where can this course take you?

Licensing

The maritime industry is regulated by the Australian Marine Safety Authority (AMSA). AMSA sets specific requirements for each maritime qualification to ensure you are ready to join the industry. Once you graduate from your TAFE NSW course, you will be assessed against the relevant requirements through an AMSA examination process. Graduating from this course only meets part of the AMSA exam criteria. You will need to meet other requirements through your professional sea service and medical status. AMSA licensing requirements include: - Minimum age requirement of 18 when applying for your AMSA certificate - Medical and eyesight requirements - Minimum professional sea time hours Visit AMSA for more information.

Study options

Pursue an interest or upskill in your chosen field with another course.

Diploma of Marine Engineering (Engineer Watchkeeper)
Advanced Diploma of Marine Engineering (Class 1) (Engineer Class 1 - Motor)
Your experience counts

At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous work experience and study history. You may be able to use recognition of prior learning when applying for a course in the future. If you're successful, you'll get your qualification faster.

Units Units taught in this course

Courses can be made up of a combination of core and specialty units.

Core units consist of the knowledge you'll need to build key skills for success in your field, industry or hobby.

  • Marine Engineering - Experience Assessment (AMSA) Part A 800000479A

TAFE NSW Services Facilities 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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