Course Code: | MAR20324 |
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Locations: | QMTS Training, Brisbane Campus, Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, 578 Royal Esplanade, Manly Qld 4179 |
Face to Face Course Duration: | On-campus full-time for 4 weeks |
FACE TO FACE COURSE DATES: | Monday 03/03/25 – Friday 28/03/25
Monday 23/06/25 – Friday 18/07/25 Tuesday 07/10/25 – Friday 31/10/25 |
Distance Learning Course Duration: | You will have 12 months to compete your studies
Depending on your motivation to complete your studies this time can be reduced to as little as 3 months |
Course Fees: | Face to Face course = $4400* Distance Learning course = $4000 (Includes the cost of the Shipboard Safety Skill Set – SSSS) *10% early bird discount available to students who enrol & pay up to 1 month prior to their Face to Face course starting A reduction in the course cost may apply for students who have successfully completed other credits relevant to this qualification. Funding is available for eligible students – please contact us to see if you are eligible. Payment Plans are available. |
SUBSIDISED FUNDING: | CO-CONCESSIONAL FEES
Face to Face Course Non-Concession Fee: $2012.00 with Certificate III Guaranteed Funding Distance Learning Course Non-Concession Fee: $1612.00 with Certificate III Guaranteed Funding |
Additional Fees: | Final Practical Assessment (AMPA): $750.00 |
COURSE UNITS
Unit Code |
Unit of Competency |
HLTAID011 | Provide first aid |
MARB027 | Perform basic servicing and maintenance of main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems |
MARC037 | Operate inboard and outboard motors |
MARC038 | Operate main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems |
MARF060 | Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment |
MARF028 | Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel |
MARF029 | Meet work health and safety requirements |
MARF030 | Survive at sea using survival craft |
MARH013 | Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 12 metres |
MARI003 | Comply with regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 12 metres |
MARJ006 | Follow environmental work practices |
MARK007 | Handle a vessel up to 12 metres |
MARN008 | Apply seamanship skills aboard a vessel up to 12 metres |
COURSE OUTCOME
MAR20321 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
Careers & Pathways:
The Maritime Industry within Australia has identified vocational outcomes and/or areas of local demand in transport, construction, shipping, and tourism sectors around the coast of Australia.
Employment Pathway:
Operate a commercial vessel under 12m within 15nm of the coastline with a propulsion power of up to 500kW for inboard engines and unlimited for outboard engines.
Higher qualification Pathways:
MAR20424 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal)
MAR30824 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal)
MAR30924 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal)
MAR40324 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal)
COURSE DELIVERY
When enrolling, students have the choice of two course delivery options:
Face to Face Delivery
Run three times per calendar year, this mode of delivery is the most time-efficient way to gain your Certificate of Competency. This delivery sees students on campus fulltime over 4 weeks to attend classroom style training led by a qualified and highly experienced Mariner with years of industry experience and knowledge. With the right amount of commitment, a student can expect to complete their certificate course within the course duration.
Face to Face students receive:
- A Trainer-led full-time classroom style of learning
- Practical skill training on a QMTS Training vessel
- Access to the course Learning Plan via our aXcelerate Student Learner Portal
- Access to our fleet of training boats when required or as per scheduled practical training dates
- Opportunity to network and connect with other aspiring mariners
For more details please contact QMTS Training: info@qmts.edu.au / 07 3186 6930
Distance Learning Delivery
Our Distance Learning enrolment option offers students the flexibility to study wherever they are and whenever they want. This mode of delivery is perfect for a student who cannot take time out of their busy schedule to attend campus fulltime. Distance learning students receive:
- Twelve months to complete their course
- Access to their course Learning Plan via our aXcelerate Student Learner Portal
- Study support from our team of industry-experienced, highly qualified trainers and instructors via email, and phone/ video call by appointment
The only time a Distance Learning student is required to attend campus is to complete their two-day final practical assessment. The final practical assessment is a scheduled assessment run several times per year, and must be booked into in advance.
aXcelerate Student Learner Portal
The aXcelerate Student Learner Portal contains a collection of structured modules based on the 13 Units of Competency that make up this qualification, presented in a user-friendly Learning Plan. Each module contains all the reading, resources and on-line assessments required to complete the module.
LICENSING / REGULATORY INFORMATION
This qualification is required to obtain an AMSA Certificate of Competency as a Coxswain Grade 1 NC as defined in Marine Order 505.
AMSA certification will require:
- Achieving MAR20321 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
- Short Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency issued by ACMA (or higher qualification)
- Meeting the medical and eyesight requirements specified in the Standards for the medical assessment of near coastal seafarers available on the AMSA website
- An assessment by an AMSA approved assessor using the AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA) conducted on a commercial vessel ≥5.0 m in length
- Evidence of sea service
Sea service requirement
With AMSA approved task book:
At least 30 days qualifying sea service on a commercial vessel ≥5 m long, working in a deck capacity or working both in a deck capacity and an engineering capacity.
Without AMSA approved task book:
At least 150 days qualifying sea service on a commercial or recreational vessel ≥5 m long, working in a deck capacity or working both in a deck capacity and an engineering capacity.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
A general command of spoken and written English, as well as the ability to write a simple report is required.
As a safety consideration, QMTS recommends all students be physically fit to carry out all the roles and responsibilities of a Coxswain on a commercial vessel under 12m within 15nm of the coastline with a propulsion power of up to 500kW for inboard engines and unlimited for outboard engines as defined in Marine Order 505.
Students should also be able to swim (any stroke) a minimum of 50 metres fully clothed.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Language, Literacy, and Numeracy
It is a requirement of this course that all enrolling students undertake a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment.
Technology
As the delivery of the course relies on access to the aXcelerate Student Learner Portal, students must have access to their own computer, laptop or iPad (with Microsoft Office 365 software).
Free Wi-Fi is available in our classrooms during face to face training.
Students will be required to possess navigational instruments for chart work, including a parallel ruler, calculator (we suggest Casio FX series), 2B pencils, eraser, compass and protractor. If required, you can place your order for Navigational Resources with our Customer Service team.
Students will require basic computer skills to complete the course without disadvantage. This includes how to access the internet, download documents, save files to a hard drive and upload files into the Student Learner Portal. On enrolment, all students receive a Student Learner Portal Learner Guide.
CERTIFICATE III GUARANTEE AND ELIGIBILITY FUNDING
The Certificate 3 Guarantee supports eligible individuals to complete their first post-school Certificate III qualification. This initiative is funded by the Queensland Government.
Students eligible for this subsidy will be required to contribute to the cost of this course through a co-contribution fee.
To be eligible for the Certificate 3 Guarantee subsidy students must:
- be 15 years or older
- be no longer at school (with the exception of school students in Years 10, 11 and 12 undertaking a VET in School (VETiS) program)
- permanently reside in Queensland
- be an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen
- not hold, and not be enrolled in, Certificate III or higher-level qualification (does not include qualifications completed in secondary school). Students may already hold a Certificate III qualification in the Maritime industry not funded through the Certificate 3 Guarantee
Please visit the Department of Education and Training Website and the Certificate 3 Guarantee fact sheet for further information about the eligibility criteria for the Certificate 3 Guarantee subsidy.
ENROLMENT
When enrolling into a QMTS Training course it is a requirement that all enrolment documentation is received before enrolment confirmation can occur. The required documents and information are listed below:
- Online Enrolment form
- Enrolment Induction Checklist
- Copy of Driver’s Licence (front and back) or Passport
Please also note that Students will be required to provide QMTS Training with their Unique Student Identifier (USI) before enrolment can be completed.
COURSE ASSESSMENTS
A combination of Practical, Oral and Theory assessments will be undertaken. The assessments may consist of written projects, picture portfolios, quizzes, assignments and exams.
All students will access all on-line assessments via their aXcelerate Student Learner Portal.
Practical Assessment
Students attending a face-to-face course will complete practical assessments throughout their course.
For distance learning students, once all online theory assessments are successfully completed, they will need to attend a scheduled two-day practical assessment to complete the certificate requirements.
Private Practical Assessment Session
Private practical assessments are available at a cost to students who require a private practical assessment outside the scheduled sessions provided. Please refer to our Client Handbook, or call the QMTS Training customer service team, for more information.
RECOGNITION PROCESSES
Learners can have their competency from prior learning and work experience recognised in this qualification through the following arrangements:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
RPL is recognition of prior learning or skills obtained from previous study or work/life experience.
Learners, who through prior learning or experience believe they have gained competence in any of the skill areas, may be granted RPL upon substantiation of that claim.
QMTS Training offers RPL on enrolment and the trainer will work with the student to define the potential for a successful application process.
NB: RPL does not give the student a discount in course fees.
Credit Transfer
Students may also apply for a credit transfer upon enrolment.
Learners who have evidence in the form of AQF certification from any other RTO or authenticated VET transcripts issued by the Registrar or from an AQF authorised issuing authority for units of competency relevant to this qualification will be given credit upon enrolment.
For more information about QMTS Training Recognition Process please refer to the Client Handbook or Phone QMTS Training on 07 3186 6930.
We also provide higher qualifications for a Master up to 24m, Master up to 45m, Master up to 45m Upgrade, Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 and Marine Engine Driver Grade 3.
If you’re just getting started in the Maritime Industry, look at completing your Shipboard Safety Skill Set certification as the first step.