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Certificate II in Marine Studies (Yachtmaster)
Certificate II in Marine Studies (Yachtmaster)
6593
Draft
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Description
To provide the academic knowledge required by learners to prepare them for the award of Australian Yachting Federation (AYF) Yachtmaster qualifications TL4 and TL5 (inshore).
To provide the academic and practical knowledge required by learners to
completely operate a small craft in the non-commercial industry.
Students who successfully complete the Certificate II in Marine Studies (Yachtmaster) will have satisfied the academic requirements for the Department of Transport Coxswain Certificate of Competency. (logged seatime still required).
Schedule
1. CORE
CORE UNITS
57202 and 93041 combined are an Elements of Shipboard Safety Certificate.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 67603 | Boat Knowledge 100 | 36 | Module | |
| 57209 | ABF532 | Coastal Navigation (Master 5) | 60 | Module |
| 67611 | Coastal Navigation (Practical) | 35 | Module | |
| 57206 | ABF522 | Engineering Knowledge (Coxswain) | 20 | Module |
| 93041 | AAA854 | First Aid | 20 | Module |
| 57001 | Marine Meteorology | 34 | Module | |
| 57205 | ABF521 | Nautical Knowledge (Coxswain) | 45 | Module |
| 57202 | ABF511 | Occupational Health and Safety At Sea | 20 | Module |
| 67600 | Outboard Motor Maintenance | 20 | Module | |
| 57211 | ABF534 | Radar (Master 5) | 25 | Module |
| 67610 | Radio Operator's Certificate (Pre Sea) | 24 | Module | |
| 57465 | Sails, Rigging and Ropework | 36 | Module | |
| 57008 | Vessel Handling | 34 | Module | |
| 67602 | Vessel Maintenance (Recreational) | 20 | Module |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6561 | Yachtmasters | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9303 | 51349 | Diploma of Marine Studies | Accredited course |
VET Info Notes
Learners who have passed Coastal Navigation, Elements of Shipboard Safety, Vessel Handling, Nautical Knowledge, M.E.D. and Meteorology may apply for award of Small Craft Proficiency Certificate without further examination.
This course was updated by Challenger TAFE on 18 December 2001.