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Master up to 500 GT

Master up to 500 GT

Pathway
National Code
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State Code
AE89
DTWD Status
Approved
Associated Qualification
Diploma of Maritime Operations
National Code
MAR50320
State Code
BGL5
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Original TGA Release Date
25/01/2021
Field of Education
0317 - Maritime Engineering And Technology
Approved Date
19/05/2021
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Version
3.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2024
Nominal Hours
839
Description
This qualification applies to people working in the maritime industry seeking an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certification in the capacity of:

- Master up to 100 metres Near Coastal
- Master up to 500 gross tonnage (GT)
- Watchkeeper Deck
Packaging Rules
Total number of units
- Master up to 500 GT = 26 units: 19 core units, plus all units from Group B
1. Core Units
All nineteen (19) units must be completed.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OCH55 MARF031 Apply leadership and team working capability 65 Unit of competency
OCH51 MARF035 Contribute to fire prevention and firefighting (basic firefighting) 25 Unit of competency
OCH40 MARJ008 Ensure compliance with pollution prevention requirements 20 Unit of competency
OCD19 RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces 24 Unit of competency
OCG73 MARF037 Follow vessel security procedures (security awareness training) 9 Unit of competency
OCG89 MARO009 Maintain a safe navigational watch 90 Unit of competency
OCH00 MARN011 Maintain seaworthiness of the ship (ship construction) 40 Unit of competency
OCH72 MARA017 Maintain seaworthiness of the ship (ship stability) 60 Unit of competency
OCH35 MARK011 Manoeuvre the ship 35 Unit of competency
OCH57 MARF047 Monitor compliance with legislative requirements 35 Unit of competency
OCH10 MARA025 Monitor, loading, unloading, securing and stowage of cargo 45 Unit of competency
OCG72 MARF041 Observe personal safety and social responsibility (PSSR) 12 Unit of competency
OCG80 MARH022 Plan and conduct a passage and determine position 90 Unit of competency
OCH18 MARF044 Prevent, control and fight fires on board a vessel (advanced firefighting) 40 Unit of competency
OCD30 HLTAID011 Provide First Aid 18 Unit of competency
OCH58 MARF046 Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and personal survival techniques (PST) 25 Unit of competency
OCG84 MARO012 Transmit and receive information by visual signalling 15 Unit of competency
OCH34 MARH023 Use of electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) to maintain the safety of navigation 40 Unit of competency
OCH43 MARH024 Use of radar and other bridge equipment to maintain safety of navigation 25 Unit of competency
2. Group B: Master up to 500 GT
For the Master up to 500 GT and Master up to 500 gross tonnage (GT) Specialist, all units from Group B must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OCH65 MARF032 Apply medical first aid on board ship 40 Unit of competency
OCG78 MARG008 Manage a vessel and its crew 60 Unit of competency
OCG76 MARF038 Manage provision of medical care on board a vessel 60 Unit of competency
OCH36 MARK010 Manoeuvre and handle a ship in all conditions 35 Unit of competency
OCH04 MARD006 Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements 35 Unit of competency
OCG92 MARF043 Operate survival craft, rescue boats and lifesaving appliances (proficiency in survival craft) 45 Unit of competency
OCG86 MARO011 Transmit and receive information by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) 70 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AC53 Master less than 500 GT Pathway
Note
Legislative and regulatory requirements are applicable to this qualification:

This qualification is required to obtain an AMSA certificate of competency as a Master up to 100 metres Near Coastal as specified in Marine Order 505.

AMSA certification of competency will require:

- MAR50320 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master up to 100 metres Near Coastal) or completing an approved program of study that meets Master up to 100 metres course at Diploma level
- certificates of competency as specified in Marine Order 505
- long range operator Certificate of Proficiency (LROCP) issued by ACMA (or higher qualification)
- qualifying sea service as specified in Marine Order 505
- meeting the medical requirements specified in Marine Order 505
- having passed final AMSA assessment specified in Marine Order 505
- meeting regulatory requirements as specified in Marine Order 505.

This qualification is required to obtain an AMSA certificate of competency as a Master of a commercial vessel up to 500 GT as specified in Marine Orders and STCW.

AMSA certification of competency will require:

- MAR50320 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Masters up to 500 GT) or completing an approved program of study that meets regulations STCW A-II/1 and A-II/2
- certificates of competency as specified in Marine Order 71
- qualifying sea service as specified in Marine Order 71
- completing STCW short courses as specified in Marine Order 71
- meeting the medical fitness requirements specified in Marine Order 71
- having passed final AMSA assessment
- meeting regulatory requirements as specified in Marine Order 71.

This qualification is required to obtain an AMSA certificate of competency as a Watchkeeper Deck as specified in Marine Orders and STCW.

AMSA certification of competency will require:

- MAR50320 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Watchkeeper Deck) or completing an approved program of study that meets regulation STCW A-II/I
- certificates of competency as specified in Marine Order 71
- qualifying sea service as specified in Marine Order 71
- completing STCW short courses as specified in Marine Order 71
- meeting the medical fitness requirements specified in Marine Order 71
- having passed final AMSA assessment as specified in Marine Order 71
- meeting regulatory requirements as specified in Marine Order 71.

Seafarers seeking certification should check requirements with AMSA.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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