| Next Training Dates | 2021 15 Feb – 30 Mar 7 Jun – 20 Jul 27 Sept – 9 Nov |
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| Course Code: | MAR40618 |
| Location: | QMTS Training, Brisbane Campus, Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, 578 Royal Esplanade, Manly Qld 4179 |
| Duration: | Full Time Face to Face: 32 day course includes 1 day orientation, 3 days SSSS plus 2 day final practical assessments.
Distance Learning: Study at your own pace with a supporting 21 day workshop (face to face in classroom or virtual classroom) |
| Course Fees: | Full Time Face to Face Student (In class or virtual) : $3800.00 (including Shipboard Safety Skill Set)
Distance Learning: $2900.00 (including Shipboard Safety Skill Set) Included in the fee cost structure are: A reduction in the course cost may apply for students who have successfully completed three units that make up part of the MARSS00008 – Shipboard Safety Skill Set and / or other credits relevant to this qualification. Payment Plans are available on Distance Learning Courses only. |
| Course Completion Period: | 12 Months to complete the course. |
COURSE UNITS
| Unit Code |
Unit of Competency |
| MARA003 | Manage loading, discharging and stowage of cargo |
| MARA004 | Manage vessel stability |
| MARB030 | Slip or dock a vessel and maintain hull on a vessel up to 80 metres |
| MARB010 | Plan and supervise routine maintenance on a vessel up to 80 metres |
| MARC011 | Manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services |
| MARC012 | Monitor and manage vessel operations |
| MARC014 | Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres |
| MARF027 | 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 |
| MARF010 | Work safely in confined spaces on a vessel |
| MARG002 | Manage a small crew |
| MARH015 | Manage and maintain a navigational watch on board vessels up to 80 metres |
| MARH016 | Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 80 metres |
| MARH017 | Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation |
| MARH006 | Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions |
| MARI004 | Observe regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 80 metres |
| MARJ007 | Monitor environmental management on a vessel |
| MARK003 | Manoeuvre a vessel up to 80 metres |
| MARN004 | Manage seaworthiness of a vessel up to 80 metres |
COURSE OUTCOME
MAR40618 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 Metres Near Coastal)
Careers & Pathways:
In Queensland, the industry has identified vocational outcomes and/or areas of local demand in transport, construction, shipping and tourism sectors along the east coast.
Employment Pathway:
Operate a commercial vessel up to 35m within 200nm of the coastline.
COURSE DELIVERY
Many students undertaking this course may have already completed the three units below as part of another Maritime qualification or as part of the MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set.
- MARF027 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
As these units form part of this course, students who have completed them, will be not be required to attend on the days these units are being delivered (3-day duration).
Full time Face to Face In Classroom and Virtual Delivery
The delivery of this qualification will be in a face-to-face classroom environment and includes:
- Face-to-face theory training and workshops
- Comprehensive practical training
- A Task Book completed by the student and authenticated by QMTS Training
The units of the MAR30918 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 Metres Near Coastal) are delivered in a 32-day face-to-face program and 180 days of work placement (Sea Service Time).
If required a Task Book will be provided upon enrolment. Students will have 12 months (if required) to complete all theory and practical components of their program. The final practical assessment will not be undertaken prior to the completion of work placement or validation of necessary Sea Service.
Distance Learning Delivery
The delivery of this qualification is facilitated through a blend of different modes including:
- Workshops (in class face-to-face)
- Online Training (including webinars and Zoom training sessions to facilitate one-on-one training)
- Self-paced and self-directed learning
- Workplace learning activities (a Task Book completed in the workplace and authenticated by QMTS Training
The units of the MAR30918 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 Metres Near Coastal) are delivered over 12 months as a self-paced, self-directed distance learning program supported by a 23-day workshop (delivered in class face-to-face) for students requiring additional practical and theory support.
Students will also be required to complete mandatory work placement of 180-days (Sea Service Time). If required a Task Book will be provided upon enrolment.
- The flexibility distance learning program allows each student additional hours of supervised instruction, if required, by attending more than one workshop block.
- All students have access to their own trainer available via phone (Mon to Fri 0900 – 1700) or email and text (at any time) for additional support.
- For every unit in which they are enrolled, students may be required to attend that relevant unit in a workshop at least once in the 12 months of their enrolment. This may be done over one workshop or over multiple workshops.
Please Note:
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- These workshops are available for students to attend as many times as required during their enrolment period.
- Students must also attend a one-day Practical Assessment.
- Appropriate clothing and enclosed footwear must be worn at all times while on training vessels.
QMTS Training offers:
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- flexible training opportunities through workshops
- students training times to suit them (especially for students who are employed)
- students the opportunity to come for specific units for additional training.
LICENSING / REGULATORY INFORMATION
This level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal as defined by the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.
Certification as a Master less than 35 metres Near Coastal (as defined by the NSCV Part D) will require achievement of:
- the MAR40618 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal),
- certification as a Master less than 24 metres Near Coastal,
- an appropriate radio certificate of proficiency,
- AMSA final assessment and
- an AMSA approved first aid certificate;
People seeking certification should check with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).
This level of qualification is also currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Mate less than 80 metres Near Coastal as defined by the NSCV Part D.
Certification as a Mate less than 80 metres Near Coastal will require achievement of:
- the MAR40618 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal),
- qualifying sea service and completed AMSA approved task book or qualifying sea service,
- an appropriate radio certificate of proficiency,
- AMSA final assessment and
- an AMSA approved first aid certificate;
People seeking certification should check with AMSA.
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 Training recommends all students be physically fit to carry out all the roles and responsibilities of a Master on a commercial vessel up to 24m within 200nm of the coastline as described under the National Standards for Commercial Vessels – Part D.
Students should also be able to swim (any stroke) a minimum of 50 metres fully clothed.
Students undertaking this course will be required to complete the minimum sea service requirements (refer AMSA) within 12 months of their start date to be issued with a Certificate.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Language, Literacy, and Numeracy
It is a requirement of this course that all enrolling students undertake a language, literacy and numeracy assessment.
Technology
As some of the delivery of the course is on-line and all resources are contained in a dedicated learner portal, students must have access to a computer (with Microsoft Office software).
Free Wi-Fi is available during training blocks.
As students will undertake training in the use of the QMTS Training student portal they will require basic computer skills to complete the course without disadvantage.
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:
- Pre-Enrolment Form (Personal Details)
- Client Enrolment Form
- Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment
- 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.
What you need to access QMTS Training Courses:
You will need your own laptop or iPad with Microsoft Office software loaded onto it to access course resources (wireless internet is available in all classrooms at no cost).
Students will be required to possess Navigational instruments for chart work, including a Chart Plotter, Parallel Ruler, Bow Divider, Calculator, 2B pencils, Eraser, Compass and Protractor.
The following text is recommended as optional reading:
- Australian Boating Manual by Cpt Dick Gandy (Available from the QMTS Training Bookshop – Cost $100.00)
- Some Items may be purchased from the QMTS Training Book Shop
COURSE PROGRAM ASSESSMENTS and PROCEDURES
Full Time Face to Face in Classroom and Virtual Assessments & Procedures
Assessment for this qualification is as follows:
- Assignments and projects (completed each evening after training at home)
- Assessments (completed at the end of each week during assessment and study time)
- Practical Tasks (assessed throughout the program)
Practical Assessment
Prior to attending a practical assessment:
- Students must complete all the theory assessments.
- Students must provide a completed task book and/or appropriate sea service.
- Students will be allowed 3 attempts, if required, for all practical tasks.
Distance Learning Assessments & Procedures
A combination of Practical, Oral and Theory assessments will be undertaken. The assessments may consist of written projects, picture portfolios, quizzes, assignments and exams.
On-line Assessment.
The process for on-line assessment will be as follows –
- Students download a copy of the assessment from their student portal (this will downloaded as a protected MS Word document).
- Students complete the assessment before sending it back to the portal for marking.
- In the case of an unsatisfactory submission, students must download the marked file (with assessor’s comments attached) and correct the incorrect responses and send it back for re-marking.
- Students are allowed three (3) submissions in total (initial submission and two (2) re-submissions.
QMTS Training will undertake to have all assessments marked and returned to students within 14 working days of receiving a submission.
A QMTS Training Assessor will contact a student by phone after an unsuccessful second submission to provide additional training to assist the student to complete the third submission which may be conducted orally over the phone.
Practical Assessment
Prior to attending a practical assessment:
- Students must complete all the theory assessments.
- Students must provide a completed task book and/or appropriate sea service.
- Students will be allowed 3 attempts, if required, for all practical tasks.
RECOGNITION PROCESS
Learners are able to 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 Student Handbook or Phone QMTS Training on 07 3186 6930.
QUALITY and COMPLIANCE
QMTS Training is the RTO responsible for the quality and compliance of the nationally recognised training being delivered and is also the RTO that will issue any qualification or statement of attainment certificate to eligible learners.
COMPLAINTS and APPEALS
Should you at any time wish to lodge a complaint, you can do so by contacting your trainer or the Chief Executive Officer of QMTS Training on 07 3186 6930.
Please refer to the QMTS Training website or Student Handbook for further information on our Complaints and Appeals Processes.