Qualification Outline

Date retreived
22/07/2026 12:52 PM AWST

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Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal)

Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal)

Qualification
National Code:
MAR40324
State Code:
BJY8
TGA Status:
Current
DTWD Status:
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0317 - Maritime Engineering And Technology
Original TGA Release Date
22/11/2024
Approved Date
26/03/2025
Stream of Study
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
573
Duration
—
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2024
VET Act Conditions
—
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 22/11/2024 Current Approved
Description

This qualification applies to people working in the maritime industry seeking an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certification in the capacity of Master on vessels up to 45 metres in length within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
Duties and Functions
Duties and functions for which AMSA certificate of competency is required are listed in the MAR Maritime Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as:
Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal as specified in Marine Order 505
Chief Mate up to 100 metres Near Coastal as specified in Marine Order 505.
Certification as a Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal will require achievement of:
MAR40324 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal), and
Certification as a Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal,
long range operator Certificate of Proficiency (LROCP) issued by ACMA (or higher qualification),
having passed final assessment as specified in Marine Order 505 and
holding a current first aid certificate as specified in Marine Order 505.
Seafarers seeking certification should check with AMSA.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = twenty three (23) core units
1. Core units

All twenty three (23) core units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OFE73 MARF060 Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment 25 Unit of competency
OFE68 MARN019 Command and manage a voyage on a vessel up to 45 metres (Near coastal) 35 Unit of competency
OCD19 RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces 24 Unit of competency
OAB57 MARF028 Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel 25 Unit of competency
OCG67 MARH019 Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions 10 Unit of competency
OCH56 MARC047 Manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services 15 Unit of competency
OCH46 MARG007 Manage a small crew 20 Unit of competency
OFE70 MARH036 Manage and maintain a navigational watch on board vessels up to 100 metres 25 Unit of competency
OCH67 MARA022 Manage loading, discharging and stowing of cargo 18 Unit of competency
OFE69 MARN020 Manage seaworthiness of a vessel up to 100 metres 20 Unit of competency
OCG45 MARA024 Manage vessel stability 20 Unit of competency
OFE71 MARK013 Manoeuvre a vessel up to 100 metres 21 Unit of competency
OAB61 MARF029 Meet work health and safety requirements 12 Unit of competency
OCG65 MARC048 Monitor and manage vessel operations 25 Unit of competency
OAB87 MARJ007 Monitor environmental management on a vessel 15 Unit of competency
OFE75 MARI006 Observe regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 100 metres 15 Unit of competency
OFE72 MARC064 Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 100 metres 20 Unit of competency
OFE67 MARH037 Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 100 metres 90 Unit of competency
OFE76 MARB061 Plan and supervise routine maintenance on a vessel up to 100 metres 35 Unit of competency
OCD30 HLTAID011 Provide First Aid 18 Unit of competency
OFE74 MARB060 Slip or dock a vessel and maintain hull on a vessel up to 100 metres 20 Unit of competency
OAB78 MARF030 Survive at sea using survival craft 15 Unit of competency
OAB63 MARH017 Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation 50 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BFW3 MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal) Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information