Qualification Outline

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Diploma of Maritime Operations (Engineer Watchkeeper)

Diploma of Maritime Operations (Engineer Watchkeeper)

Qualification
National Code:
MAR50213
State Code:
J563
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0317 - Maritime Engineering And Technology
Original TGA Release Date
06/06/2013
Approved Date
04/02/2014
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
425
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/06/2013
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 06/06/2013 Current Approved
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.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
LICENSING / REGULATORY INFORMATION
This qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as an Engineer Watchkeeper by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).
Certification will require achievement of the MAR50213 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Engineer Watchkeeper) and other requirements; people seeking certification should check with AMSA.

PACKAGING RULES
Total number of units = seventeen (17) units
Seventeen (17) core units
1. Core Units

All seventeen (17) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
WG459 MARL5001A Apply basic principles of marine electrotechnology 20 Unit of competency
WG460 MARL5002A Apply basic principles of marine engineering thermodynamics 20 Unit of competency
WG461 MARL5003A Apply basic principles of marine mechanics 20 Unit of competency
WG462 MARL5004A Apply basic principles of naval architecture 20 Unit of competency
WG406 MARE5001A Communicate effectively when performing engineering duties 35 Unit of competency
WG351 MARA3001A Contribute to safe cargo operations on liquefied gas tankers 50 Unit of competency
WG352 MARA3002A Contribute to safe cargo operations on oil and chemical tankers 50 Unit of competency
WG463 MARL5005A Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine auxiliary boilers 20 Unit of competency
WG464 MARL5006A Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine auxiliary machinery and equipment 25 Unit of competency
WG465 MARL5007A Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine control systems and automation 20 Unit of competency
WG466 MARL5008A Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine diesel engines and systems 20 Unit of competency
WG467 MARL5009A Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine electrical systems 20 Unit of competency
WG468 MARL5010A Demonstrate basic knowledge of marine steam turbines and main boilers 20 Unit of competency
WG469 MARL5011A Demonstrate basic knowledge of ships and ship routines 20 Unit of competency
WG449 MARJ5001A Ensure compliance with environmental management legislation 20 Unit of competency
WG470 MARL5012A Perform basic marine engineering calculations 20 Unit of competency
WG419 MARF3007A Work safely in confined spaces on a vessel 25 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S526 TDM50207 Diploma of TRANSPORT & DISTRIBUTION (MARINE ENGINEERING - ENGINEER WATCHKEEPER) Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AVQ1 MAR50115 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Engineer Watchkeeper) Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information