Marine Engine Driver 3 Near Coastal

Who is this course for?

This course is for people working in or aiming to join the seafood or maritime industries as an Engineer on commercial vessels. It qualifies you to:

• Work as a Chief Engineer on vessels with <500kW propulsion power within the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)
• Work as a Second Engineer on vessels with <750kW 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

The qualification includes the following components:

Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal

•  Outboard engines
• Diesel engines
• Bilge systems
• DC electrical
• Deck machinery
• Steering systems

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 3: Approximately 50 hours of online study
Practical: Conducted on campus – 3 days (Mon – Fri)

Fees & Inclusions

Fees are charged separately for:

• MARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set
• MAR20424 Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 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:

• MAR20424 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal)
• Statement of Attainment
• AMPA (AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment)

Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal Certificate of Competency (CoC)

This qualification is part of the regulatory pathway to obtain the Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Near Coastal 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
MARB028 Service marine internal combustion engines and propulsion and auxiliary systems
MARC033 Complete engine room tasks
MARC034 Maintain hull out of water
MARC035 Operate marine internal combustion engines, and propulsion and auxiliary systems
MARC036 Operate and maintain extra low and low voltage electrical systems and equipment
MARC039 Operate deck machinery
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
MARF060 Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
MARJ006 Follow environmental work practices