Program Overview

Introduction to the Marine Confined Space Entry Unit

The Marine Confined Space Entry unit, coded as JVD182, is a short course designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely enter and work in confined spaces on vessels. This unit is part of the Sciences and Engineering program at the Australian Maritime College.

Unit Details

• Unit Name: Marine Confined Space Entry
• Unit Code: JVD182
• Credit Points: 1.5
• College/School: Sciences and Engineering
• Discipline: Seafaring and Maritime Operations
• Coordinator: Mr. Philip Mackrill
• Availability as an Elective: No
• Level: Introductory

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:

• Describe the characteristics of a confined space and identify the regulatory framework for confined space operations.
• Assess a confined space for entry.
• Plan and prepare for entry and works in a confined space on a vessel, in accordance with the prepared permit and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Conduct confined space operations in accordance with accepted practices and regulatory frameworks.

Availability and Study Periods

The unit is available in various study periods, including:

• AMC MT Main Block 1
• AMC MT Main Block 3
• AMC MT Post Block 4
• Semester 1
• Semester 2 All study periods are offered at the Launceston campus.

Key Dates

Key dates for the unit include:

• Start date
• Census date
• Withdrawal without academic penalty date
• End date These dates vary by study period and are subject to change.

Fee Information

• Field of Education:
• Commencing Student Contribution: $143.00
• Grandfathered Student Contribution: $143.00
• Domestic Full Fee: $412.20 HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP are available for eligible students.

Teaching Pattern and Assessment

The unit consists of 3.5 hours of theory and 3 hours of practical work. Assessment includes:

• Concludes operations and returns confined space to service (25%)
• Knowledge Evidence (25%)
• Plan and prepare for work in a confined space (25%)
• Work in the confined space and exit safely (25%)

Textbooks and Resources

Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

University Information

The University of Tasmania reserves the right to amend or remove courses and unit availabilities as appropriate. The university acknowledges the Palawa and Gadigal people, the Traditional Custodians of the land upon which it operates.