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Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal)

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Fancy a life at sea?. This qualification is suitable for people who work as a Master IV Near Coastal skipper in the maritime industry.

Key details

Degree Type
Certificate
Course Code
MAR40320

About this course

Fancy a life at sea?.

This qualification is suitable for people who work as a Master IV Near Coastal skipper in the maritime industry. 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.

You will gain the following skills:

  • Handling cargo
  • Applying vessel stability knowledge
  • Checking and maintaining equipment
  • Manoeuvring vessels
  • Communicating effectively in a marine environment
  • Applying survival skills at sea
  • Navigating a safe passage, and
  • Applying ship structural knowledge.

Entry requirements

RTO Entrance Requirements
  • Completion of MAR30918 or MAR30921 - Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal) or experience working in the Maritime industry. Students may receive credit for units completed in these qualifications.
  • Must be of at least 16 years of age

Career pathways

Job opportunities include:

  • Ship's Mate or Master

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