Courses
Marine Engine Driver 2 Near Coastal
MAR30824: Certificate III in Maritime Operations
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for people working in or aiming to join the seafood or maritime industries as an Engineer. It qualifies you to:
- Serve as Chief Engineer on vessels with <750kW propulsion power within the EEZ
- Serve as Second Engineer on vessels with <1500kW propulsion power in the EEZ
Training & Assessment Overview:
The course is delivered in a flexible blended learning format, offering 24/7 access to theory components, allowing you to balance study with other commitments.
- Online theory modules
- On-campus practical assessments
Course Structure
Expands on units covered in Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal & includes dismantling engines.
Additional Requirements
All students are required to complete an Upfront Assessment of Need (UAN) and a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test prior to enrolment. For further details, please refer to the UAN Guide available below.
- MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set
- First Aid – HTLAID011 Provide first aid
Time Commitment
Theory: Self-paced online – Accessible for 12 months
MED Grade 2: Approximately 80 hours of online study
Practical: Conducted on campus – 5 days (Mon – Fri)
Students who have already completed the MED 3 components:
- Approximately 30 hours of online study | 3 day practical (Wed – Fri)
Fees & Inclusions
Fees are charged separately for:
- MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set
- MAR30824 Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal
Fee details and delivery schedules are available on the Timetable below.
Funding is available for students who meet the South Australian Government eligibility criteria.
Certification
Certification Upon successful completion, you’ll receive:
- MAR30824 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal)
- Statement of Attainment
- AMPA (AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment)
Pathway to Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Certificate of Competency (CoC)
This course meets part of the regulatory requirements to gain a Pathway to Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Certificate of Competency (CoC). Visit the AMSA website for full regulatory details.
Note: The Academy delivers the educational component required to receive the relevant vocational qualification. However, students should be aware that most Academy courses require an application before a maritime licence is issued by AMSA. The Academy has no authority to deal with any matters that are handled by AMSA, including the calculation of sea time, the processing of applications for maritime licences and the fees charged. Students should contact AMSA directly to determine what they are required to do to obtain their maritime licence.
Units of Competency
National Code Unit Description
BSBTWK201 Work effectively with others
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
MARB031 Maintain marine internal combustion engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems
MARB032 Undertake basic maintenance of electrical 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
MARC040 Manage fuel systems
MARC041 Operate and monitor marine internal combustion engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems
MARC042 Operate electrical systems
MARF028 Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
MARF029 Work health and safety requirements
MARF030 Survival at sea using survival craft
MARF060 Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
MARJ006 Follow environmental work practices
How To Enrol
Contact our Client Services team at either:
Port Adelaide Campus:
Phone: (08) 8303 2780 | Email: info@afa.edu.au
Port Lincoln Campus:
Phone: (08) 8683 4888 | Email: lincoln@afa.edu.au
Or, make an enquiry below.
Course Testimonials
The staff at AMFA challenged and mentored me, I knew I wanted to work in the Maritime industry and further my skills as a MED2. Sealink and the crew supported me with 6 weeks work experience and sea time. The crew mentoring and teaching me mechanical, rope, Passenger officer duties, café skills and so much more. I applied for a Traineeship with Sealink through A1 Training Group and was successful. I am currently doing my MED 2 and Master 24 Traineeship. I have just completed my MED 2 training at AMFA. This course was challenging but rewarding. I look forward to doing my Master 24 training with AMFA next year. ”
Cooper, December 2025
I decided to undertake the Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal course with Australian Maritime and Fisheries Academy (AMFA) as it was advertised through my school. I thought it would be a great opportunity to learn more about how to work and operate a vessel. I found AMFA to be a welcoming facility and environment, where I was able to learn and grow in my skills to gain my Coxswains Grade 1 Near Coastal qualification.
AMFA provided me with the opportunity to meet other people completing the same course, who are located near me, and involved within the same industry. The staff at AMFA were accommodating to all my needs, and assisted me with any queries regarding the course, as well as the paperwork for the completion of my qualification.
This year I also received the South Australian Bursary from Women in Seafood Australasia (WISA) to attend the 2022 Seafood Directions conference in Brisbane. Through this bursary I was able to meet other likeminded women within the seafood industry, and learn about new, innovative ideas that each industry has moving forward. In the future.
I aspire to complete an International Business degree before returning to work and operate both my family’s lobster export factory and lobster vessel, located in Port MacDonnell, South Australia.
Maixence Williams
It was an awesome course. Ian was so helpful and full of knowledge. Everyone here I’ve told about it was envious. Thanks for all your assistance. Cheers.
Ed Harris, Border Force
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