Master 45m NC

MASTER 45M

This qualification applies to people working in the maritime industry seeking an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certification in the capacity of Master on vessels up to 45 metres in length within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).

Duties and Functions

Duties and functions for which AMSA certificate of competency is required are listed in the MAR Maritime Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

This qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as:

• Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal as specified in Marine Order 505
• Chief Mate up to 100 metres Near Coastal as specified in Marine Order 505.

Certification as a Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal will require achievement of:

• MAR40324 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal), and
• Certification as a Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal,
• long range operator Certificate of Proficiency (LROCP) issued by ACMA (or higher qualification),
• having passed final assessment as specified in Marine Order 505 and
• holding a current first aid certificate as specified in Marine Order 505.

Seafarers seeking certification should check with AMSA.

PRE-REQUISITES CHECKLIST

• Elements of Shipboard Safety
• Be at least 16 years when the certificate is issued;
• Record of Sea Service; (AMSA form 771) or
• Record of Sea Service to meet standard, signed by a qualified person;
• Declaration of Medical Fitness (AMSA form 1850);
• Eyesight (Colour Vision) Test Certificate (AMSA form 1850);
• Proof of Identity;
• Photographs (2);
• Certificate 3 – Master HLFTA unit of competency Apply first aid or another certificate that the national regulator considers equivalent;
• Marine Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency (SROCP) issued by the Australian Communications and Media Authority;
• Application for a Certificate of Competency – first time issue (AMSA form 426);
• Submit your entire application at an approved Australia post, provide ID and pay AMSA fees.
• Pay fee/s.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Elements of Shipboard Safety: To complete the full Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master 45M or Mate 100M) qualification students are required to complete the Elements of Shipboard Safety units. Students who have completed Elements of Shipboard Safety in the past 5 years will not have to repeat this course, you will have to provide a copy of your certificate.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

This qualification is suitable for those sailing as Master on vessels up to 45 metres in length within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) or a Mate on vessels up to 100 metres in length.

DURATION

Zoom Classroom Sessions – 6.5 weeks + relevant sea time

Remote / Flexible – 12 months from enrolment date

COURSE STRUCTURE

Zoom Classroom sessions – We deliver these classrooms exactly the same way we would in a building except we use a different platform – ZOOM. The feedback we have received from our clients has encouraged us to continue this pathway.

If you enrol in a classroom session this can be completed in a 6-week time frame, we start at 0800 to 1600 Monday to Friday. You will be required to complete your assignments in the evening and work on Sundays to complete your coursework.

All theory sessions will be live interactive classes, written exams will be monitored through these sessions and you will have access to all your resources via our online portal.

Remote / Flexible – If you do not wish to attend classes or you do not have the time to attend you can study remotely. Enrol and pay your course fees you will be issued all the course material via an online portal. This is where you access all your resources, and assignments, complete and upload them for your assessor to mark and give you feedback. When necessary you will be given direct access to your trainer to assist you through this process. All students will be assessed practically which can be completed at our Brisbane Office, offsite for Corporate Clients or groups of 8 or more, provided all the resources required have been audited and approved.

MODULES INCLUDE

MARA022 Manage loading, discharging and stowing of cargo

MARA024 Manage vessel stability

MARB060 Slip or dock a vessel and maintain hull on a vessel up to 100 metres

MARB061 Plan and supervise routine maintenance on a vessel up to 100 metres

MARC047 Manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services

MARC048 Monitor and manage vessel operations

MARC064 Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 100 metres

MARG007 Manage a small crew

MARH036 Manage and maintain a navigational watch on board vessels up to 100 metres

MARH037 Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 100 metres

MARH017 Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation

MARH019 Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions

MARI006 Observe regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 100 metres

MARJ007 Monitor environmental management on a vessel

MARK013 Manoeuvre a vessel up to 100 metres

MARN019 Command and manage a voyage on a vessel up to 45 metres (Near coastal)

MARN020 Manage seaworthiness of a vessel up to 100 metres

RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces

Pre – Requisite ( While the following modules are a prerequisite you do not necessarily need to complete prior to enrolling, you will need to have these completed to be issued you full certificate and complete your course)

MARF028 Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel

MARF029 Meet work health and safety requirements

MARF060 Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment

 MARF030 Survive at sea using survival craft

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

To convert this certificate to a Marine Licence you must have the required sea time as stipulated by AMSA. Please make sure you meet these requirements.