Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal)
Marine Engine Driver (Motor) Grade 1 Certification
This certification empowers you to manage machinery on vessels, with specified propulsion power limits, granted by the maritime regulatory authority.
Gain real-world skills at our Fremantle campus, equipped with cutting-edge facilities, simulators, and experienced staff. Be job-ready with advanced technology and comprehensive training, ensuring compliance with national standards.
This qualification is aligned to the educational requirement for Certification as Marine Engine Driver (Motor) Grade 1 as described in Part D of the National Standards for Commercial Vessels (NSCV). The Marine Engine Driver (Motor) Grade 1 Certificate of Competency (CoC) is issued by the appropriate maritime regulatory authority in each state and territory.
A Marine Engine Driver (Motor) Grade 1 near coastal Certificate will allow you to operate:
- as chief engineer on vessels with inboard engines with propulsion power up to 1500 kilowatts within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)
- as second engineer on vessels with inboard engines with propulsion power up to 3000 kilowatts within the EEZ
- as chief or second engineer on vessels with outboard engines with unlimited propulsion power within the EEZ
- as an assistant under the general supervision of the chief engineer within the EEZ
- in the engine room of a vessel up to 100 metres long with propulsion power up to 3000 kilowatts within the EEZ.
Gain these skills
- undertake basic maintenance of electrical systems
- manage refuelling
- undertake maintenance of 240 to 440 voltage alternating current electrical systems
- undertake maintenance of machinery, machinery systems and structural components
- complete engine room tasks
- maintain hull out of water
- operate and maintain extra low and low voltage electrical systems and equipment
- operate marine internal combustion engines, and propulsion and auxiliary systems
- operate and monitor marine internal combustion engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems
- operate 240 to 440 voltage alternating current electrical systems
- apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:
A Marine Engine Driver (Motor) Grade 1 Certificate allows a holder to take charge of the machinery on vessels less than:
- 525kw (35QN) propulsion power engaged in operations in any area; or750kw (50QN) propulsion power engaged in operations up to Australian Coastal - Middle Water Limits (600nm), or
- 1500kw propulsion power engaged in operations up to Inshore limits (15nm).
Further Study Options
Course overview
Fremantle
Duration: Eight weeks
Competitive: No
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
| Location | Duration | Competitive | Selection criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fremantle | Eight weeks | No | No selection criteria |