Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master less than 500 GT)
Get qualified to work as a Master or Chief mate on vessels less than 500 gross tonnage in any operating area; Watchkeeper Deck Officer on vessels of any gross tonnage and in any operating area; Master and Chief Mate on ships less than 3000 gross tonnage in near coastal waters; and Able Seafarer — Deck.
This qualification enables you to work as a Master or Chief mate on vessels less than 500 gross tonnage in any operating area; Watchkeeper Deck Officer on vessels of any gross tonnage and in any operating area; Master and Chief Mate on ships less than 3000 gross tonnage in near coastal waters; and Able Seafarer—Deck.
You'll learn how to use radar, other bridge equipment, electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) to to maintain navigational safety; advanced fire fighting for onboard emergencies; security awareness and other legislative requirements; and more.
Note: This course is best suited for people who already have some background or experience in this field. If you're unsure, please seek advice from the training provider to see whether this course is the right choice for you.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.
Training options
- Fee-free
- Apprenticeship or traineeship
- STEM
Industry area
- Aerospace, Maritime and Logistics
Study area
- Maritime Studies
Course ID
- National ID: MAR50320
- WA State ID: AC53
This course is not currently available at any WA TAFE colleges.
For more information about other courses available or coming up at TAFE, use our map to locate and contact your closest TAFE campus
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
This qualification enables you to work as a Master or Chief mate on vessels less than 500 gross tonnage in any operating area; Watchkeeper Deck Officer on vessels of any gross tonnage and in any operating area; Master and Chief Mate on ships less than 3000 gross tonnage in near coastal waters; and Able Seafarer—Deck.
You'll learn how to use radar, other bridge equipment, electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) to to maintain navigational safety; advanced fire fighting for onboard emergencies; security awareness and other legislative requirements; and more.
Note: This course is best suited for people who already have some background or experience in this field. If you're unsure, please seek advice from the training provider to see whether this course is the right choice for you.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.
Training options
- Fee-free
- Apprenticeship or traineeship
- STEM
Industry area
- Aerospace, Maritime and Logistics
Study area
- Maritime Studies
Course ID
- National ID: MAR50320
- WA State ID: AC53
This course is not currently available at any WA TAFE colleges.
For more information about other courses available or coming up at TAFE, use our map to locate and contact your closest TAFE campus
This course is not currently available at any private training providers.
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