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The Integrated Rating (IR) course is an entry-level qualification to equip new entrants into the maritime industry with practical skills and knowledge in general shipboard operations of merchant ships. This course is the AMSA approved pre-sea training course required (along with the AMSA required sea service) for issuance of the AMSA Integrated Rating Certificate of Proficiency. Integrated ratings steer a vessel under the direction of the officer of the watch and work in the engine room under the direction of engineering officers.
Integrated Ratings can be responsible for:
- assisting with cargo operations
- conducting engine and navigational watches
- assisting in berthing and unberthing
- providing general deck operational assistance and maintain documentation.
- general servicing and maintenance of the ship and its machinery.
- maintain cleanliness of decks and structures
- steering the ship under supervision
- splicing ropes and wires.
In addition to successful completion of the Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Integrated Rating), the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) requires students to successfully complete each of the following to be issued with a new certificate of competency:
- Meet medical requirements
- Completed qualifying sea service time, refer to AMSA requirements for more details
- Hold an approved steering Certificate
Refer to the following information provided on the AMSA website Opens in a new window for further details.
2021 Dates:
This course runs for 10 weeks, 5 days a week starting on the following dates.
- Semester 1, week commencing 1 February
- Semester 2, week commencing 19 July
Entrance Requirements
Job opportunities
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
This course is available as a traineeship.
Entrance requirements for traineeships
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study an apprenticeship or traineeship.
In a traineeship you also gain hands-on skills and work experience, and improve your employment prospects, while earning a wage. On successful completion you will gain a nationally recognised qualification which can lead to rewarding career options. The difference between a traineeship and an apprenticeship is that a traineeship can be either a full time or part time employment based training arrangement, usually for a nominal duration of 12 months or more, generally in a non-trade related area.
To find out how to arrange a traineeship and study at South Metropolitan TAFE, please contact the Jobs and Skills Centre closest to you.
- Integrated ratings steer a vessel under the direction of the officer of the watch and work in the engine room under the direction of engineering officers.
For information about jobs and pathways, please see http://joboutlook.gov.au/
Further study opportunities:
- MAR50315 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Watchkeeper Deck), State ID AWO1
Delivery location, important dates and study options
This course may be offered with a blended, flexible delivery model to enable social distancing measures to be undertaken during the COVID-19 pandemic. This approach may include a mix of online and classroom based delivery, as well as practical and work experience placements. Lecturers will provide any specific instructions if your training delivery style needs to change.
All year round
Fremantle - Classroom-TraineeshipOverview
Fees and charges
Units
| Duration | 2 years |
| When | All year round |
| Where | Fremantle |
| How |
Part Time Traineeship |
Semester 1
Fremantle - Full Time-ClassroomOverview
Fees and charges
Units
| Duration | 10 weeks |
| When | Semester 1 |
| Where | Fremantle |
| How |
Full Time |
Semester 2
Fremantle - Full Time-ClassroomOverview
Fees and charges
Units
| Duration | 10 weeks |
| When | Semester 2 |
| Where | Fremantle |
| How |
Full Time |