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Diploma of Marine Studies

Diploma of Marine Studies

Accredited course
National Code:
52474WA
State Code:
9538
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/03/2012
Field of Education
0109 - Biological Sciences
AQF Level
Diploma of
Nominal Hours
720
Duration
2 Semesters
Stream of Study
Subsequent to Initial Vocational (4000)
Accredited Date
09/02/2012
Expiry Date
28/02/2015
VET Act Classifier
C
VET Act Conditions
Description

This course provides the learner with skills and knowledge to gain employment in the maritime industry or for further studies in marine sciences in the University sector.

Schedule
1. Core Group

Learners need to complete all eighteen (18) core units listed below to be awarded the Diploma of Marine Studies qualification.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
57299 57299 Aquaculture Industry overview 50 Module
S5355 TDMMB1907B CARRY OUT BASIC HULL SERVICING 9 Unit of competency
57292 57292 Coastal Navigation 95 Module
57295 57295 Conduct baseline studies of coastal and marine ecosystems 50 Module
57296 57296 Conduct biodiversity assessment for marine ecosystems 35 Module
57297 57297 Develop managemental plans for coastal and marine resources 50 Module
D0911 BSBOHS509A Ensure a safe workplace 50 Unit of competency
57298 57298 Implement monitoring programs for the coastal and marine environment 50 Module
C8053 PSPGOV523A Interrogate and analyse statistical data 40 Unit of competency
S5338 TDMMA1107B MAINTAIN THE STABILITY OF A VESSEL USING BASIC STABILITY INFORMATION 12 Unit of competency
D9302 SFISHIP211C Prepare for maintenance 20 Unit of competency
D0787 BSBITU304A Produce spreadsheets 25 Unit of competency
S5505 TDMMR6107A USE AND CARE FOR HAND AND POWER TOOLS ON A SMALL VESSEL 36 Unit of competency
S5438 TDMMH1107B USE RADAR AND OTHER ELECTRONIC NAVIGATIONAL AIDS TO MAINTAIN SAFE NAVIGATION WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER 5 25 Unit of competency
57300 57300 Utilise Commercial Fishing Techniques and Technology 75 Module
57293 57293 Vessel Handling 34 Module
57294 57294 Weather Watch Keeping 46 Module
W5505 MEM13003B Work safely with industrial chemicals and materials 18 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
9536 51864 Diploma of Marine Studies Accredited course
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
3731 52697WA Diploma of Marine Studies Accredited course
VET Info Notes
1. This course is the copyright of Challenger Institute of Technology.

2. This course has been accredited by WA Training Accreditation Council and has been placed on the National Register as code 52474WA.

3. Further information on this course may be obtained from:

Julie Quake
Curriculum Coordinator, Compliance and Standards
Challenger Institute of Technology
1 Fleet Street, Fremantle 6160 WA
T: 08 9229 8471
F: 08 9237 4501

4. This course was entered onto STARS on 1/3/2012.

5. Entry requirements was changed to Benchmark as of 3/10/2012 as requested by Challenger Institute of Technology.
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