Qualification Outline

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Diploma of Maritime Operations (Engineer Watchkeeper)

Diploma of Maritime Operations (Engineer Watchkeeper)

Qualification
National Code:
MAR50115
State Code:
AVQ1
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0317 - Maritime Engineering And Technology
Original TGA Release Date
27/02/2015
Approved Date
28/08/2015
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
936
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/02/2015
VET Act Conditions
—
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 27/02/2015 Current Transition (Replaced)
Description

This qualification is suitable for people who work in the maritime industry as an Engineer Watchkeeper on a seagoing ship powered by main propulsion machinery of any propulsion power in any operating area.

This qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as an Engineer Watchkeeper by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). People seeking certification should check requirements with AMSA.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty two (22) units
- eighteen (18) core units, plus
- four (4) elective units from the elective units list below:
- at least one (1) unit must be from Group A
- the remaining units must be from Group A or Group B.
1. Core Units

All eighteen (18) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AUG30 MARL010 Apply basic principles of marine electrotechnology 50 Unit of competency
AUG51 MARL011 Apply basic principles of marine engineering thermodynamics 50 Unit of competency
AUG82 MARL012 Apply basic principles of marine mechanics 50 Unit of competency
WH869 MARL002 Apply basic principles of naval architecture 50 Unit of competency
AUG83 MARF022 Apply maritime resource management principles 65 Unit of competency
WH828 MARE001 Communicate effectively when performing engineering duties 35 Unit of competency
WH870 MARL003 Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine auxiliary boilers 40 Unit of competency
WH871 MARL004 Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine auxiliary machinery and equipment 60 Unit of competency
WH872 MARL005 Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine control systems and automation 60 Unit of competency
WH874 MARL007 Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine electrical systems 70 Unit of competency
AUG40 MARL037 Demonstrate knowledge of ships and ship routines 50 Unit of competency
WH862 MARJ003 Ensure compliance with environmental management legislation 20 Unit of competency
WH831 MARF003 Follow vessel security procedures 9 Unit of competency
WH876 MARL009 Perform basic marine engineering calculations 35 Unit of competency
WH836 MARF008 Prevent and fight fires on board a vessel 25 Unit of competency
WG732 HLTAID003 Provide first aid 20 Unit of competency
WH847 MARG004 Provide leadership to crew 35 Unit of competency
WH838 MARF010 Work safely in confined spaces on a vessel 25 Unit of competency
2. Group A Elective Units

At least one (1) unit must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
WH873 MARL006 Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine diesel engines and systems 60 Unit of competency
AUG81 MARL013 Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine steam turbines and main boilers 70 Unit of competency
3. Group B Elective Units

The remaining units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
WH788 MARA001 Contribute to safe cargo operations on liquefied gas tankers 50 Unit of competency
WH789 MARA002 Contribute to safe cargo operations on oil and chemical tankers 50 Unit of competency
WH825 MARC018 Employ tools, equipment and materials in a shipboard context 35 Unit of competency
WH806 MARB013 Maintain and repair marine electrical and electronic equipment 50 Unit of competency
WH807 MARB014 Maintain and repair shipboard machinery and equipment 45 Unit of competency
WH839 MARF011 Manage firefighting and fire prevention activities on board a vessel 40 Unit of competency
WH834 MARF006 Observe personal safety and social responsibility 12 Unit of competency
WH821 MARC014 Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres 20 Unit of competency
WH835 MARF007 Operate survival craft and other lifesaving appliances 45 Unit of competency
WH841 MARF013 Provide medical first aid on board a vessel 40 Unit of competency
WH837 MARF009 Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment 25 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
J563 MAR50213 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Engineer Watchkeeper) Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BFV7 MAR50120 Diploma of Marine Engineering Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information