Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in TRANSPORT DISTRIBUTION (MARITIME OPERATIONS)
Certificate II in TRANSPORT DISTRIBUTION (MARITIME OPERATIONS)
TDM20107
S515
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 19/06/2007 | Current | Approved |
Description
Rationale: A flexible qualification at AQF Level2 not specifically aligned with regulated maritime occupations but which includes competency in basic maritime safety, survival and emergency skills as well as other skills needed to fulfil support roles on various types of costal vessels.
Successful completion will require competency in units that relate to work defined as aligned at AQF Level2:
'Performance of a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and some accountability for the quality of outcomes. Applications may include some complex or non-routine activities involving individual responsibility or autonomy and/or collaboration with others as part of a group or team'.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Requirements for completion of the qualification:A successful outcome of sixteen units of competency which must include:
- the seven mandatory units listed, plus
- at least nine additional units (at least seven of which must be aligned at AQF Level 2) to specific additional maritime employment needs beyond the minimum mandatory requirements.
1. Mandatory
MANDATORY
Complete all seven (7) units listed.
| 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. Additional
ADDITIONAL
At least nine relevant units from this or other Training Packages at least seven of which must be aligned at AQF Level 2 must be included in the qualification to satisfy specific additional maritime employment needs beyond the minimum mandatory requirements.
Note: Where units of competency are included from another Training Package, check if the unit has any pre-requisite or co-requisite requirements.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W5344 | MEM50008B | Carry out trip preparation and planning | 36 | Unit of competency |
| C0494 | THTTCO01A | Develop and update tourism industry knowledge | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S4298 | SFISHIP207B | Operate and maintain outboard motors | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E2071 | THHBKA01B | Organise and prepare food | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0464 | THTPPD04A | Plan and implement minimal impact operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C0445 | THTFTG06A | Prepare and present tour commentaries | 35 | Unit of competency |
| C7939 | SRCAQU003B | Respond to an aquatic emergency using basic water rescue techniques | 15 | Unit of competency |
| E1974 | THHCOR02B | Work in a socially diverse environment | 10 | Unit of competency |
| E1973 | THHCOR01B | Work with colleagues and customers | 15 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S206 | TDM20101 | Certificate II in Transport and Distribution (Maritime Operations) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
TGA release date 6 June 2013.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.