Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 5:42 AM AWST
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Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master up to 500 GT or Master 80 metres)
Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master up to 500 GT or Master 80 metres)
MAR50413
J565
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 06/06/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification is suitable for people who work in the maritime industry as a Master, Chief Mate or Watchkeeper Deck on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage (GT) in any operating area, or as Master or Chief Mate of vessels less than 3000 GT operating in near coastal waters.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
LICENSING / REGULATORY INFORMATIONThis qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Master Class 3 as described in Part D of the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and as a Master <500 GT as described in Marine Order 3.
Certification will require achievement of the MAR50413 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master up to 500 GT or Master 80 metres) and other requirements; people seeking certification should check with AMSA.
PACKAGING RULES
Total number of units = twenty eight (28) units
Twenty eight (28) core units
1. Core
All twenty eight (28) units must be completed.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWO3 | MAR50415 | Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master up to 500 GT) | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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