| Course Code: | MAR20424 |
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| Location: | QMTS Training, Brisbane Campus, Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, 578 Royal Esplanade, Manly Qld 4179 |
| FACE TO FACE COURSE DURATION: | On-campus full-time for 3 weeks |
| FACE TO FACE COURSE DATES: | 2025 BLOCK 2: Monday 26/05/25 – Friday 13/06/25
2025 BLOCK 3: Monday 08/09/25 – Friday 26/09/25 |
| 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 = $4400.00 Distance Learning course = $4000.00 Due to changes in the training package, the course fee will increase as of July 1, 2025: Course fee includes the cost of the Shipboard Safety Skill Set – SSSS. A reduction in the course cost may apply for students who have successfully completed other credits relevant to this qualification. Payment Plans are available. |
| SUBSIDISED FUNDING: | Face to Face Course Non-Concession Fee: $2012.00 with Certificate III Guaranteed Funding Face to Face Course Concession Fee: $1290.00 with Certificate III Guaranteed Funding Distance Learning Course Non-Concession Fee = $1612 with Certificate III Guaranteed Funding Due to changes in the training package, these course fees will increase as of July 1, 2025: Face to Face Non-Concession Fee = $3662.00 Distance Learning Course Non-Concession Fee = $3112.00 |
| Additional Fees: | AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA): QMTS Students = $500.00 External students = $750.00 |
COURSE UNITS
| Unit Code |
Unit of Competency |
| BSBTWK201 | Work effectively with others |
| HLTAID011 | Provide first aid |
| MARB028 | Service marine internal combustion engines, and propulsion and auxiliary systems |
| MARC033 | Complete engine room tasks |
| MARC034 | Maintain hull out of water |
| MARC035 | Operate and maintain extra low and low voltage electrical systems and equipment |
| MARC036 | Operate deck machinery |
| MARC039 | Operate marine internal combustion engines, and propulsion 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 |
| MARJ006 | Follow environmental work practices |
COURSE OUTCOME
MAR20424 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 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 as Chief Engineer on a vessel with an inboard engine with propulsion power up to 500 kw in waters to the outer limits of the EEZ.
Higher qualification Pathways:
MAR30824 Certificate llI in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal)
MAR40220 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal)
COURSE DELIVERY
LICENSING / REGULATORY INFORMATION
This qualification is required to obtain an AMSA certificate of competency as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 NC as defined in Marine Order 505.
AMSA certification will require:
- Achieving MAR20421 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal)
- Meeting the medical and eyesight requirements specified in the 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).
- Evidence of sea service
Sea service requirement:
Qualifying sea service must be completed while performing duties as a General Purpose Hand (whether certificated or not), Coxswain Grade 1 NC, Coxswain Grade 2 NC, assistant to a Marine Engine Driver, Chief Engineer or Second Engineer.
With AMSA approved task book:
At least 20 days qualifying sea service on a commercial vessel with propulsion power ≥75 kW that includes at least 10 days on a vessel with an inboard diesel engine.
Without AMSA approved task book:
At least 60 days qualifying sea service on a commercial vessel with propulsion power ≥75 kW that includes at least 30 days on a vessel with an inboard diesel engine.
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 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 3 GUARANTEE & ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
The Certificate 3 Guarantee subsidy 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; and
- 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 subsidy.
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.
ASSESSMENTS
All Students
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 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 PROCESS
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 only offers RPL on enrolment. 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.
For more information about QMTS Training Recognition Process please refer to the Client Handbook or Phone QMTS Training on 07 3186 6930.
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.
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, and Marine Engine Driver Grade 2.
If you’re just getting started in the Maritime Industry look at completing your Shipboard Safety Skill Set Certification as the first step to Marine Safety.
