Pathway Outline
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Engineer Cadet
Engineer Cadet
Pathway
National Code
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State Code
SS40
SS40
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Original TGA Release Date
19/06/2007
19/06/2007
Field of Education
0317 - Maritime Engineering And Technology
0317 - Maritime Engineering And Technology
Approved Date
16/01/2008
16/01/2008
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Version
1.00
1.00
Current Release Date
19/06/2007
19/06/2007
Nominal Hours
940
940
Description
This qualification provides the first stage of training for a Engineering Cadet embarking on a seagoing career. It includes the minimum pre-safety training requirements set out in the STCW (Seafarer’s Training, Certification and Watchkeeping) 95 table A-VI/1, as well as grounding in shipboard operations, workshop practice and engineering skills.
Packaging Rules
1. Mandatory Units
To achieve S518 Certificate III in Transport and Distribution (Maritime Operations) - TDM30107, specialising in Engineer Cadet, a successful outcome of 22 units is required.
This comprises:
7 mandatory units listed below, plus
This comprises:
7 mandatory units listed below, plus
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S5414 | TDMMF3207C | APPLY DOMESTIC REGULATIONS AND INDUSTRY PRACTICES WHEN OPERATING A SMALL COASTAL VESSEL | 6 | Unit of competency |
| S5389 | TDMME1107A | CONTRIBUTE TO EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATIONS AND TEAMWORK ON A COASTAL VESSEL | 8 | Unit of competency |
| S5512 | TDMMU507B | ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS IN A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL | 2 | Unit of competency |
| S5427 | TDMMF5507A | FIGHT AND EXTINGUISH FIRES ON BOARD A COASTAL VESSEL | 8 | Unit of competency |
| S5426 | TDMMF5407A | OBSERVE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ON A COASTAL VESSEL | 4 | Unit of competency |
| S5396 | TDMMF1007B | PROVIDE ELEMENTARY FIRST AID | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S5398 | TDMMF1107B | SURVIVE AT SEA IN THE EVENT OF VESSEL ABANDONMENT | 16 | Unit of competency |
2. Additonal Units: Group B Electives
At least 15 Additional Units - (at least 7 of these units must be aligned at AQF Level 3), to satisfy specific additional maritime employment needs beyond the minimum mandatory requirements.
Statements of Attainment will be issued for any additional units undertaken.
These electives are compulsory units.
Statements of Attainment will be issued for any additional units undertaken.
These electives are compulsory units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S5430 | TDMMF5807A | ADAPT TO BASIC INDUSTRY AND REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR TANKER OPERATIONS | 14 | Unit of competency |
| S5352 | TDMMB1307B | CARRY OUT SHIPBOARD FABRICATION AND REPAIR OPERATIONS | 96 | Unit of competency |
| S5458 | TDMMO107A | FOLLOW MARITIME SECURITY PROCEDURES | 8 | Unit of competency |
| S5428 | TDMMF5607A | OBSERVE PERSONAL SAFETY AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES | 12 | Unit of competency |
| S5406 | TDMMF2307B | OPERATE EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT AND APPLY EMERGENCY PROCEDURES | 8 | Unit of competency |
| S5350 | TDMMB107C | PERFORM ROUTINE REMEDIAL, PREVENTATIVE AND SURVEY DECK MAINTENANCE ON A VESSEL | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S5435 | TDMMF6207A | PREVENT, CONTROL AND FIGHT FIRES ON BOARD AN OCEAN-GOING VESSEL | 21 | Unit of competency |
| S5431 | TDMMF5907A | WORK SAFELY IN ENCLOSED SPACES ON A VESSEL | 6 | Unit of competency |
3. Additonal Units: Group C Electives
These units are compulsory.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S5356 | TDMMB2007B | ASSIST ENGINEER IN THE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OF MAIN PROPULSION AND ANCILLARY MACHINERY AND SYSTEMS | 90 | Unit of competency |
| S5421 | TDMMF4107B | CARRY OUT ENGINEERING CALCULATIONS RELATED TO MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S5475 | TDMMR2507B | OPERATE AND MAINTAIN AUXILIARY MACHINERY SYSTEMS, INCLUDING STEERING GEAR AND REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S5472 | TDMMR2207B | OPERATE AND MAINTAIN BOILER SYSTEMS | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S5474 | TDMMR2407B | OPERATE AND MAINTAIN INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINES AND PROPULSION TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S5485 | TDMMR3407B | OPERATE DECK MACHINERY | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S5476 | TDMMR2607B | OPERATE, TEST AND MAINTAIN MARINE ELECTRICAL AND CONTROL EQUIPMENT | 20 | Unit of competency |
4. Other Units required to satisfy industry requirements
These units are compulsory.
Students will receive Statements of Attainment for completing this group of units.
Students will receive Statements of Attainment for completing this group of units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S5511 | TDMMU407B | ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH POLLUTION PREVENTION MEASURES | 6 | Unit of competency |
| S5361 | TDMMB3707B | FABRICATE SIMPLE SHIPBOARD COMPONENTS | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S5351 | TDMMB1207B | FAULTFIND, DISMANTLE, MAINTAIN AND REPAIR SHIPBOARD PLANT AND EQUIPMENT | 95 | Unit of competency |
| 44306 | Introduction to Ships and Ship Routines | 21 | Module | |
| W5332 | MEM05006B | Perform brazing and/or silver soldering | 18 | Unit of competency |
| W5385 | MEM07005B | Perform general machining | 72 | Unit of competency |
| W5333 | MEM05007C | Perform manual heating and thermal cutting | 18 | Unit of competency |
| W5302 | MEM05001B | Perform manual soldering/desoldering - electrical/electronic components | 36 | Unit of competency |
| W5325 | MEM05004C | Perform routine oxy acetylene welding | 18 | Unit of competency |
| W5563 | MEM18001C | Use hand tools | 18 | Unit of competency |
| W5574 | MEM18002B | Use power tools/hand held operations | 18 | Unit of competency |
| W5297 | MEM05015C | Weld using manual metal arc welding process | 36 | Unit of competency |
No information
Note
This training program was created on 17 January 2008, by Challenger TAFE as a pathway of TDM30107.
This qualification/pathway is copyright of Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (formerly DEST) and should be consulted for full description of requirements
Further information on this program may be obtained by contacting Jim Thompson, A/Manager Curriculum Services and PIPS CSSN on 08 9239 8384 or email jim.thompson@challengertafe.wa.edu.au.
This qualification/pathway is copyright of Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (formerly DEST) and should be consulted for full description of requirements
Further information on this program may be obtained by contacting Jim Thompson, A/Manager Curriculum Services and PIPS CSSN on 08 9239 8384 or email jim.thompson@challengertafe.wa.edu.au.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.