After completing a Coxswain External course an AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA) will need to be completed to gain a Certificate of Competency from AMSA. To qualify to enrol in this course you must have completed the Coxswain course..
The Integrated Rating (IR) course is an entry-level qualification to equip new entrants into the maritime industry with practical skills and knowledge in general shipboard operations of merchant ships.
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent
Certificate I or Certificate II
Students must be at least 16 years of age to commence this course
Prospective students should preferably hold a Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal).
This course is available as a traineeship.
Entrance requirements for traineeships
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study an apprenticeship or traineeship.
In a traineeship you also gain hands-on skills and work experience, and improve your employment prospects, while earning a wage. On successful completion you will gain a nationally recognised qualification which can lead to rewarding career options. The difference between a traineeship and an apprenticeship is that a traineeship can be either a full time or part time employment based training arrangement, usually for a nominal duration of 12 months or more, generally in a non-trade related area.
To find out how to arrange a traineeship and study at South Metropolitan TAFE, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre closest to you.
Coxswain's can gain employment in the small vessel sector in commercial workboats, fisheries, fishing, tourism and aquaculture..
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent
Certificate I or Certificate II
Students must be at least 16 years of age to commence this course
Prospective students should preferably hold a Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal).
In addition the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) requires students to successfully complete each of the following to be issued with a new certificate of competency:
Complete an AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA) (Completed during the course)
for the Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal). People seeking certification should contact the marine regulators, Australian Maritime Safety Authority
The aim of this course is to provide students with the skills and knowledge required to understand the capability and limitations of ECDIS as used during a navigational watch, to operate, interpret and analyse information obtained from ECDIS, and manage ECDIS operation, system files and data.
Entry Requirements
Must have previously obtained formal instruction in Terrestrial Navigation and be familiar with visual navigation.
Must have served a period of supervised Bridge Watch - keeping duties.
Must have completed a Basic Radar / ARPA and ENS course or Master under 24 Meters Certificate of Competency or Master up to 35 Meters Certificate of Competency.
It is a legal requirement that all persons operating a VHF Marine Radio hold a Short Range Radio Operator Certificate of Proficiency or SROCP. This includes recreational vessels as well as commercial operators.
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge required by a tradesman working in marine craft construction.
Entry Requirements
School Leaver
Non-School Leaver
AQF
OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8
C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent
Certificate I or Certificate II
This course is only available as an apprenticeship, and you must be employed under a training contract with an organisation relevant to the trade.
Entrance requirements for apprenticeships
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study an apprenticeship or traineeship.
An apprenticeship involves full time work with an employer who provides an opportunity to learn all aspects of a trade. This is a structured program for a fixed period of time and while you learn on the job, you also attend off the job training at SM TAFE.
Some of the benefits of an Apprenticeship are that you can:
Earn a wage while you train
Learn on the job skills combined with off the job training
Receive a nationally recognised qualification on successful completion
Start a valuable step towards a rewarding career path
After completing the MEDII External course an AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA) will need to be completed to gain a Certificate of Competency from AMSA. To qualify to enrol in this course you must have completed the MEDII course..
Entry Requirements
After completing this course an AMSA Mandated Practical Assessment (AMPA) will need to be completed to gain a Certificate of Competency from AMSA. To qualify to enrol in this course you must have completed the MEDII course.
Designed to suit individuals seeking Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) Marine Radio Operator's VHF Certificate of Proficiency.. This Skill Set is aimed at individuals who require proficiency in the use of marine VHF radio and telephone equipment on commercial vessels.
This is a fully accredited course of study and instruction for the GMDSS General Operators Certificate (GMDSS COC), complying with National and International Standards. Our course meets the requirements of Marine Orders Part 6 (AMSA), is fully accredited by AMSA and audited annually..
Your health and safety is important to us. Spaces are limited in face-to-face classes to adhere to social distancing guidelines. Additional hygiene protocols will be implemented and other controls may apply.
This two day skill set provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to use VHF, HF and UHF marine radios correctly.. This course is a mandatory requirement of the Coxswain Grade 1 and Coxswain Grade 2 qualifications (where a vessel has a VHF, HR or UHF radio onboard).