Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal)

This qualification is suitable for people who work as a Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal skipper in the maritime industry. This qualification enables graduates to command a commercial marine vessel:

• up to 12 metres in length
• with propulsion power that is unlimited for an outboard engine or up to 100 kW for an inboard engine
• that is not carrying passengers, and to operate this vessel
• in sheltered waters, and
• or as a tender or auxiliary vessel within 3 nautical miles (nm) of a parent vessel within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) or within 3 nm from point of departure, shore base or aquaculture lease.

You will also gain the following skills:

• Handling a vessel less than 12 metres in length
• Applying basic maintenance and environmental knowledge
• Applying safety procedures at sea, and
• Demonstrating seamanship skills.