Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master less than 500 GT)

Diploma

This certificate enables you to work as a Master or Chief mate on vessels less than 500 gross tonnage in any operating area and as Watchkeeper deck officer on vessels of any gross tonnage and in any operating area..

Key details

Degree Type

Diploma

Duration

2 semesters full-time

Course Code

MAR50320

Study Mode

In person

Intake Months

Feb, Jul

About this course

This certificate enables you to work as a Master or Chief mate on vessels less than 500 gross tonnage in any operating area and as Watchkeeper deck officer on vessels of any gross tonnage and in any operating area.

.Gain these skills:

maintain seaworthiness of the ship (ship stability)
monitor, loading, unloading, securing and stowage of cargo
apply leadership and team working capability
contribute to fire prevention and firefighting (basic firefighting)
follow vessel security procedures (security awareness training)
observe personal safety and social responsibility (PSSR)
prevent, control and fight fires on board a vessel (advanced firefighting)
survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment and personal survival techniques (PST)
plan and conduct a passage and determine position
use of electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) to maintain the safety of navigation
ensure compliance with pollution prevention requirements
maintain seaworthiness of the ship (ship construction)

Study locations

Fremantle

Career pathways

Ship's Master

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With this certificate you can perform the duties or functions of:

Master or chief mate on ships less than 500 gross tonnage in any operating area.
Watchkeeper deck officer on ships of any gross tonnage in any operating area.
Master and chief mate on ships less than 3000 gross tonnage in near coastal waters.
Able seafarer-deck.

South Metropolitan TAFE