Accredited course Outline
22/07/2026 1:53 PM AWST
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Certificate III in National Maritime Operations
Certificate III in National Maritime Operations
7387
9516
Draft
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Description
To provide quality education and training for learners through a structured program that aims to equip the learner with sufficient skills and knowledge to take charge of a commercial vessel of less than 24 metres in length operating within Offshore limits in Australian waters as defined by the USL Code, ie. within 100 nautical miles of the coast.
Schedule
1. CORE
Learners must complete ALL core modules. Learners who have not completed training in Elements of Shipboard Safety as specified in Schedule3 of Section 2 of the USL code must complete both Group 1 modules prior to undertaking practical training onboard a vessel.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 57209 | ABF532 | Coastal Navigation (Master 5) | 60 | Module |
| 57207 | ABF523 | Marine Radio-telephone Operation | 15 | Module |
| 57208 | ABF531 | Nautical Knowledge (Master 5) | 45 | Module |
| 57211 | ABF534 | Radar (Master 5) | 25 | Module |
| 57210 | ABF533 | Ship Knowledge (Master 5) | 40 | Module |
| 65004 | NCS004 | Work Team Communication | 34 | Module |
2. ELECTIVES
GROUP 1
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 93041 | AAA854 | First Aid | 20 | Module |
| 57204 | ABF515 | Life Sustaining Procedures | 4 | Module |
| 57202 | ABF511 | Occupational Health and Safety At Sea | 20 | Module |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S208 | TDM30101 | Certificate III in Transport and Distribution (Maritime Operations) | Qualification |