Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 9:59 AM AWST
23/07/2026 9:59 AM AWST
Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.
Complete engine room tasks
Complete engine room tasks
Unit of competency
National Code
MARC2001A
MARC2001A
State Code
WG379
WG379
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/12/2013
Field of Education
031701 - Maritime Engineering
Original Release Date
20/12/2013
Nominal Hours
45
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to perform tasks to support the operation of marine internal combustion engines, marine propulsion systems, vessel machinery and auxiliary systems.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan tasks
- 1.1 Work plan is developed and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by plan, according to organisational procedures
- 1.2 Timelines, jobs and work priorities are confirmed with Master and other relevant authorities, when applicable
2 Conduct refuelling operations
- 2.1 Tank levels are correctly measured and reported pre and post fuelling operations
- 2.2 Fuel capacity is calculated
- 2.3 Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
- 2.4 Safety boundary and signage for the refuelling operation is accessed and used
- 2.5 Fire and spill prevention systems are correctly deployed
- 2.6 All personal protective equipment is accessed and used
- 2.7 Refuelling operations are performed safely and effective communication is maintained with relevant personnel to ensure the safety and integrity of vessel and crew
- 2.8 Appropriate action is taken to handle incidents arising during fuelling operations according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
3 Maintain stock and consumables
- 3.1 Stock levels and consumables are monitored and maintained at required levels
- 3.2 Stock and consumables are reordered as required
- 3.3 Records of stock inventories and consumables are maintained and discrepancies are identified
4 Perform general housekeeping tasks
- 4.1 Housekeeping tasks are clarified against work plan
- 4.2 Appropriate equipment for specific tasks is determined, prepared and used
- 4.3 Housekeeping tasks are performed and assessed against task requirements
- 4.4 Procedures for handling, storing and disposing of cleaning liquids are implemented according to regulatory requirements
5 Stow and manage flammable and explosive materials
- 5.1 Hazards of flammable and explosive materials are identified
- 5.2 Suitability of stowage areas is verified against regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
- 5.3 Procedures for safe handling and stowage of flammable and explosive materials are implemented according to regulatory requirements and organisational practices
6 Prepare simple reports
- 6.1 Requirements for simple reports are identified
- 6.2 Information is prepared according to organisational procedures
- 6.3 Calculations for fuel consumption and voyage duration are completed
- 6.4 Information is assessed for accuracy, currency and relevance for inclusion in report
- 6.5 Report is written using appropriate terminology
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Tools and equipment may include:
Bunding
Firefighting equipment
Personal protective clothing and equipment
Scupper plugs
Signage
Spill kit
Incidents may include:
Fire
Spillage on board
Spillage over the side
Stock and consumables may include:
Anodes
Batteries
Cleaning material and equipment
Filters
Fuel
Lubricants
Paint
Spare parts
Water
Housekeeping tasks may include:
Correct disposal of waste
Correct storage of:
tools
equipment
chemicals
General cleaning
Pumping of bilges
Removal or lashing of loose items
Flammable and explosive materials may include:
Battery generated gases
Chemicals
Fuels
LPG
Lubricating oils
Oil soaked rags (spontaneous combustion)
Simple reports may include:
Breakdown reports
Maintenance logs
Repair requests and reports
Running logs
Tools and equipment may include:
Bunding
Firefighting equipment
Personal protective clothing and equipment
Scupper plugs
Signage
Spill kit
Incidents may include:
Fire
Spillage on board
Spillage over the side
Stock and consumables may include:
Anodes
Batteries
Cleaning material and equipment
Filters
Fuel
Lubricants
Paint
Spare parts
Water
Housekeeping tasks may include:
Correct disposal of waste
Correct storage of:
tools
equipment
chemicals
General cleaning
Pumping of bilges
Removal or lashing of loose items
Flammable and explosive materials may include:
Battery generated gases
Chemicals
Fuels
LPG
Lubricating oils
Oil soaked rags (spontaneous combustion)
Simple reports may include:
Breakdown reports
Maintenance logs
Repair requests and reports
Running logs
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, the required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:
providing the required amount of detail in reports
ensuring currency of relevant WHS/OHS skills and knowledge
performing accurate and reliable calculations.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
industry-approved marine operations site where completing engine room tasks can be conducted
tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities
range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments
appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must occur in an:
appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or
appropriate range of situations in the workplace.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:
direct observation of the candidate completing engine room tasks
direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess Required Knowledge.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy requirements of the work being performed and the capacity of the candidate.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:
providing the required amount of detail in reports
ensuring currency of relevant WHS/OHS skills and knowledge
performing accurate and reliable calculations.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
industry-approved marine operations site where completing engine room tasks can be conducted
tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities
range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments
appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must occur in an:
appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or
appropriate range of situations in the workplace.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:
direct observation of the candidate completing engine room tasks
direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess Required Knowledge.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy requirements of the work being performed and the capacity of the candidate.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WH808 | MARC001 | Complete engine room tasks | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J552 | MAR30213 | Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 2) | Qualification |
| J550 | MAR20213 | Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Marine Engine Driver Grade 3) | Qualification |