Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal)
Become a master, chief mate or watchkeeper on vessels
When you undertake this AMSA-accredited course, you will be guided by experts, while expanding your maritime skills, from crew leadership to emergency procedures. Learn voyage planning, weather forecasting, cargo management, and vessel maneuvering.
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.
Progress to the next level in maritime operations and navigate your career towards your dream job at sea.
This course will qualify you to work as a:
- Master on commercial vessels up to 45 metres long within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
- Master on vessels up to 100 metres long in inshore waters
- Chief mate or deck watchkeeper on vessels up to 100 metres long within the EEZ.
- Undertake the duties and perform the functions of a General Purpose Hand NC
Be guided by our team of expert lecturers as you expand on your current maritime knowledge and gain a practical specialised skillset in monitoring and managing the operation of a vessel. You'll learn techniques to lead a small crew as well as safety onboard and operating survival craft in an emergency. Be trained in fundamentals such as planning a voyage and weather forecasting, discharging and stowing of cargo, managing seaworthiness of a vessel up to 80m, and manoeuvring a vessel up to 80m.
Gain these skills
- manage loading, discharging and stowing of cargo
- manage vessel stability
- slip or dock a vessel and maintain hull on a vessel up to 80 metres
- plan and supervise routine maintenance on a vessel up to 80 metres
- manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services
- monitor and manage vessel operations
- operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres
- apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
- follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
- meet work health and safety requirements
- manage and maintain a navigational watch on board vessels up to 80 metres
- manoeuvre a vessel up to 80 metres
Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:
Ship's Masters
Further Study Option(s)
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 |