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

This qualification is for people seeking AMSA certification as master on vessels up to 45 metres within the exclusive economic zone. It covers passage planning, navigation, watchkeeping, weather forecasting, cargo and stability, managing crew and maintenance, and commanding a voyage. Masters and skippers already doing this work may be able to have it recognised through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
MAR Maritime
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Nil
SUPERSEDES
MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal) (not equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

Skippers and masters of commercial vessels up to 45 metres who want a qualification for their experience.

TYPICAL JOB ROLES

  • Master
  • Vessel master
  • Skipper
  • Ship's master

Qualification structure

23 units in total.

Core units

23 units
  1. HLTAID011Provide First Aid
  2. MARA022Manage loading, discharging and stowing of cargo
  3. MARA024Manage vessel stability
  4. MARB060Slip or dock a vessel and maintain hull on a vessel up to 100 metres
  5. MARB061Plan and supervise routine maintenance on a vessel up to 100 metres
  6. MARC047Manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services
  7. MARC048Monitor and manage vessel operations
  8. MARC064Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 100 metres
  9. MARF028Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
  10. MARF029Meet work health and safety requirements
  11. MARF030Survive at sea using survival craft
  12. MARF060Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
  13. MARG007Manage a small crew
  14. MARH036Manage and maintain a navigational watch on board vessels up to 100 metres
  15. MARH037Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 100 metres
  16. MARH017Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation
  17. MARH019Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions
  18. MARI006Observe regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 100 metres
  19. MARJ007Monitor environmental management on a vessel
  20. MARK013Manoeuvre a vessel up to 100 metres
  21. MARN019Command and manage a voyage on a vessel up to 45 metres (Near coastal)
  22. MARN020Manage seaworthiness of a vessel up to 100 metres
  23. RIIWHS202EEnter and work in confined spaces

EVIDENCE YOU'LL NEED

  • Resume showing your work history
  • Reference letters from employers
  • Photos or videos of jobs you've done
  • Payslips or employment contracts

LICENSING

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.

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