Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)

Program Overview

Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)

Course Overview

Embark upon your maritime career with this entry-level qualification. This course will give you the entry-level skills required to kick start your career in a number of roles such as coxswain grade 1, linesperson or deckhand.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the marine transport sector is expected to experience growth in the coming years. They anticipate there will be around 2,000 job openings for marine transport professionals over the next five years with around 30 per cent of these roles located in Queensland.

This course is the minimum requirement to operate and maintain auxiliary marine engine systems, plan and navigate a passage, and operate inboard and outboard motors. You'll learn a set of core competencies including survival at sea using a craft, and work health and safety requirements.

Successfully completing this course will allow you to establish a career on the seas. This qualification is a necessary component of your application to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority for a certificate of completion as a coxswain grade 1 near coastal.

Career Opportunities

• Coxswain Grade 1
• Deckhand/Linesperson

Course Outcome

MAR20321 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)

Training Vessel

Our 20 metre commercially registered vessel "MV Gwendoline May" is configured to meet the practical requirements of relevant training programs in the maritime industry giving you access to real-world training.

What You Will Study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core units listed below.

You will be given up to 16 weeks to complete all MAR20321 Certificate II in Marine Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal) assessments (tutorials are available).

Core Units

• UNIT CODE: HLTAID011
  • UNIT NAME: Provide First Aid
  • Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide a first aid response to a casualty in line with first aid guidelines determined by the Australian Resuscitation Council (ARC) and other Australian national peak clinical bodies.
• UNIT CODE: MARB027
  • UNIT NAME: Perform basic servicing and maintenance of main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to perform basic maintenance and servicing of main propulsion units and auxiliary systems.
• UNIT CODE: MARC037
  • UNIT NAME: Operate inboard and outboard motors
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate inboard and outboard motors, and to diagnose basic faults.
• UNIT CODE: MARC038
  • UNIT NAME: Operate main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to safely operate the main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems on a vessel <12 m in length.
• UNIT CODE: MARF027
  • UNIT NAME: Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment.
• UNIT CODE: MARF028
  • UNIT NAME: Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply defined policies and procedures when carrying out fire minimisation procedures and fighting a fire on board a vessel.
• UNIT CODE: MARF029
  • UNIT NAME: Meet work health and safety requirements
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to follow defined work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures to ensure the safety of self, others on board and the vessel.
• UNIT CODE: MARF030
  • UNIT NAME: Survive at sea using survival craft
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to survive at sea using survival craft.
• UNIT CODE: MARH013
  • UNIT NAME: Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 12 metres
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct the passage of a vessel up to 12 metres within the 15nautical mile (nm) limit; it includes using the range of equipment found on a vessel to plan and safely conduct the passage.
• UNIT CODE: MARI003
  • UNIT NAME: Comply with regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 12 metres
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply current Commonwealth, state and territory Acts, legislation, codes of practice and other publications pertaining to the safe operation of a vessel up to 12 m in length.
• UNIT CODE: MARJ006
  • UNIT NAME: Follow environmental work practices
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify environmental issues and to apply organisational policies and procedures to minimise environmental threats.
• UNIT CODE: MARK007
  • UNIT NAME: Handle a vessel up to 12 metres
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manoeuvre a vessel up to 12 metres in length.
• UNIT CODE: MARN008
  • UNIT NAME: Apply seamanship skills aboard a vessel up to 12 metres
  • Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply practical seamanship skills and techniques as part of work duties aboard a vessel up to 12 m in length.

Ways to Study

• On campus
• TAFE at School

Study Locations

• Greater Brisbane
• North Queensland

Payment Options

• Payment plan
• Upfront payment

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Resources Required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning.

University Pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

Transition Statement

This qualification has been replaced by MAR20324 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal) as of 21 November 2024. A transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period finishes on 20 November 2025. Students who have not fully completed this qualification prior to this date will be transitioned into the replacement qualification.