| Next Workshop Dates | There are 5x 2 Ā½ hour workshops allocated to this qualification.
Each workshop will be conducted 8 times during your enrolment. |
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| Course Code: | MAR40320 |
| Location: | QMTS Training-Brisbane Campus Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, 578 Royal Esplanade, Manly Qld 4179 |
| Duration: | You will have 12 months to complete your studies.
Depending on your motivation to complete your studies, this time can be reduced to as little as 3 months. |
| Course Fees: | The Course fees as of 1/7/2023-$3,700* (excludes Shipboard Safety Skill Set)
Included in the fee cost structure are: Payment Plans are available for all courses. |
| Course Completion Period: | 12 Months to complete the course. |
COURSE UNITS
| Unit Code |
Unit of Competency |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| MARA024 | Manage vessel stability |
| MARB046 | Plan and supervise routine maintenance on a vessel up to 80 metres |
| MARC047 | Manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services |
| MARC048 | Monitor and manage vessel operations |
| MARC051 | Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres |
| RIIWHS202E | Enter and work in confined spaces |
| MARG007 | Manage a small crew |
| MARH019 | Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions |
| MARK009 | Manoeuvre a vessel up to 80 metres |
| MARN013 | Manage seaworthiness of a vessel up to 80 metres |
COURSE OUTCOME
MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 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 45m within 200nm of the coastline.
COURSE DELIVERY
LICENSING / REGULATORY INFORMATION
This level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal as defined by the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.
Certification as a Master less than 45 metres Near Coastal (as defined by the NSCV Part D) will require achievement of:
- MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal)
- certification as a Master less than 24 metres Near Coastal
- an appropriate radio certificate of proficiency
- AMSA final assessment
- 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 MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal)
- completed AMSA approved task book or qualifying sea service
- an appropriate radio certificate of proficiency
- AMSA final assessment
- AMSA approved first aid certificate
People seeking certification should check with AMSA.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Completion of MAR30921 Certificate III in Maritime Operation (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal).
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 45m within 200nm of the coastline as described under the National Standards for Commercial Vessels ā Part D.
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 assessment.
Technology
As the delivery of the course is predominantly on-line and all resources are contained in a dedicated online learner portal, students must have access to a computer (with Microsoft Office 365 software).
Free Wi-Fi is available during training blocks.
Students require basic computer skills to complete the course without disadvantage. This includes how to access the internet, download documents, save a file to a hard drive and upload files to the student portal. All students receive a Student Portal Learner Guide on enrolment.
Students will be required to possess, or have access to, the following navigational instruments for chart work: Chart Plotter, Parallel Ruler, Bow Divider, Calculator, 2B pencils, Eraser, Compass and Protractor. If required, an order can be placed with the QMTS customer service team for a Navigational Kit, which contains all of the above.
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
- Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment
- Enrolment Induction Checklist
- Copy of Driverās 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 PROGRAM ASSESSMENTS and PROCEDURES
All Students
Students will access all on-line assessments via their aXcelerate Student Learner Portal.
There will be two types of assessments ā
1. Knowledge Review Assessments , which will not count to the final assessment but must be completed before the student can move to the next section
2. Final Assessments, which will assess a students Knowledge Competence
Students are allowed three (3) submissions in total (initial submission and two (2) resubmissions) for each assessment.
If you are deemed to be Not Competent (NC) in a unit (after three (3) theory or three (3) practical assessment attempts, or due to disciplinary action) you will need to re-enrol in that unit and pay the unit enrolment fee to be able to re-attempt the unit assessment.
A QMTS Training Assessor may 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 all students:
ā¢ must successfully complete 85% of the theory assessments
ā¢ must provide a completed task book and/or appropriate sea service
ā¢ may be required to complete mandatory work placement of 120-days (Sea Service Time). If required, a Task Book will be provided upon enrolment.
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 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 (CT)
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 an AQF authorised issuing authority for units of competency relevant to this qualification will be given credit transfer (CT) upon enrolment.
For more information about QMTS Training recognition process please refer to the Client 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 Client Handbook for further information on our Complaints and Appeals Processes.
