Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 11:10 PM AWST
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Diploma of Maritime Operations (Marine Engineering Class 3 Near Coastal)
Diploma of Maritime Operations (Marine Engineering Class 3 Near Coastal)
MAR50613
J718
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/10/2013 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
Description
This qualification is suitable for people who work in the maritime industry as a Chief Engineer on vessels with propulsion power up to 3000 kW in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as an Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal as defined by the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.
Certification will require achievement of the MAR50613 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Marine Engineering Class 3 Near Coastal), qualifying sea service and completed Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) approved task book or qualifying sea service or qualifying sea service and a workshop skill equivalent qualification, AMSA final assessment and an AMSA approved first aid certificate; people seeking certification should check with AMSA.
Certification will also require either MAR40513 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal) or a trade (as specified in NSCV Part D).
Schedule
Packaging Rules
LICENSING/REGULATORY REQUIREMENTSThis level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as an Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal as defined by the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.
Certification will require achievement of the MAR50613 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Marine Engineering Class 3 Near Coastal), qualifying sea service and completed Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) approved task book or qualifying sea service or qualifying sea service and a workshop skill equivalent qualification, AMSA final assessment and an AMSA approved first aid certificate; people seeking certification should check with AMSA.
Certification will also require either MAR40513 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal) or a trade (as specified in NSCV Part D).
PACKAGING RULES
Total number of units = fifteen (15) units
- fifteen (15) core units
1. Core Units
All fifteen (15) units must be completed
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J562 | MAR50113 | Diploma of Maritime Operations (Marine Engineering Class 3) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BFV7 | MAR50120 | Diploma of Marine Engineering | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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