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This marine course is aligned to the educational requirements for certification as Deck Watchkeeper as described in Marine Orders - Part 3: Seagoing Qualifications (Version 6) under the Australian Navigation Act 1912. A history of sea time/service on board a vessel will be required to obtain a certificate of competency from AMSA. There are two pathways into the course: The Deck Watchkeeper qualification allows the holder to sail as Deck Watchkeeper on unlimited vessel size and in unlimited areas. Entry via deck-cadet or integrated rating pathway. The Master < 500GT / Deck Watchkeeper is an international qualification. Holders commonly work in the offshore Oil rig Industry, Merchant ocean going vessels, large charter vessels, Large 'White Boat' yacht Industry, tugs, Sailing ships etc.
This qualification is delivered at South Metropolitan TAFE over 2 semesters, which equates to 12 months full-time study.
2019 Dates
Monday February 4 - Friday November 11, 2019
Entrance Requirements
Job opportunities
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
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| Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent | Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades) | Certificate III |
- This marine course is aligned to the educational requirements for certification as Deck Watchkeeper as described in Marine Orders - Part 3: Seagoing Qualifications (Version 6) under the Australian Navigation Act 1912. A history of sea time/service on board a vessel will be required to obtain a certificate of competency from AMSA.
For information about jobs and pathways, please see http://joboutlook.gov.au/
Further study opportunities:
- MAR60315 Advanced Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master Unlimited), State ID AWN9
Delivery location, important dates and study options
Semester 1
Fremantle - Full Time-ClassroomOverview
Fees and charges
Units
| Duration | 12 months |
| When | Semester 1 |
| Where | Fremantle |
| How |
Full Time |
Semester 2
Fremantle - Full Time-ClassroomOverview
Fees and charges
Units
| Duration | 12 months |
| When | Semester 2 |
| Where | Fremantle |
| How |
Full Time |