MAR40618 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal)(previously Master Class 4) Upgrade from Master up to 24 metre course
Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal (Previously Master Class 4) is suitable for those currently sailing as Master on vessels up to 24 metres in length or a Mate on vessels up to 80 metres in length in the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).
Please note AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) sea-time requirements, AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) final assessment, first aid, eyesight and medical requirements will need to be met for AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) to issue your Master up to 35 Metres NC Certificate of Competency.
Upcoming Courses
| Course | Dates | Status | Times | Venue | |
| Master Up To 35m | 21/03/2022 - 14/04/2022 | Enrolling | 0830-1630 | West Gosford | Book |
MAR40618 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal).
Course consists of 4 weeks face to face training. Each week will be 6 days Monday to Saturday.
This course is designed for people who have achieved 80% of the sea time requirements and have at least 1 year experience as a Master of vessels up to 24 metres whilst holding Master up to 24 metres near coastal AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) Certificate of Competency. Please visit the following link: https://www.https://www.https://www.amsa.gov.au/qualifications-training/domestic-qualifications/master-less-35-metres-near-coastal for more information on sea time.
Units from Master up to 24 metres qualifications will be credit transferred towards your Master up to 35 metres qualification.
Attendance
Cost: Course is subsidised by the NSW government. Fee depends on your previous qualification (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal). Call us on 1300 302 123 for details or use our online enquiry form.
Master up to 35 Metres Near Coastal
Licensing Information
Successful completion of this course will meet the specified standards for certification as a Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal as defined by the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.
To achieve certification as a Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal you will have to pass the course MAR40618 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal) along with other elements. These elements consist of certification as a Master less than 24 metres Near Coastal, an approved radio proficiency certificate, and an approved AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) first aid course, amongst others. For detailed course requirements, contact Maritime and Safety Training.
To achieve certification as a Mate up to 80 metres Near Coastal you will have to pass the course MAR40618 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal) along with other stages. These stages include sea service, a completed AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) task book, completion of an approved AMSA (Australian Maritime Safety Authority) first aid course, and a radio proficiency certificate amongst others. For detailed course requirements, contact Maritime and Safety Training.
Units of Competency
The qualification consists of 21 units of competency as described below.
List of Units: MAR40618 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal)
MARA003 Manage loading, discharging and stowage of cargo
MARA004 Manage vessel stability
MARB010 Plan and supervise routine maintenance on a vessel up to 80 metres
MARB030 Slip or dock a vessel and maintain hull on a vessel up to 80 metres
MARC011 Manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services
MARC012 Monitor and manage vessel operations
MARC014 Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres
MARF010 Work safely in confined spaces on a vessel
MARF027 Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
MARF028 Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
MARF029 Meet work health and safety requirements
MARF030 Survive at sea using survival craft
MARG002 Manage a small crew
MARH006 Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions
MARH015 Manage and maintain a navigational watch on board vessels up to 80 metres
MARH016 Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 80 metres
MARH017 Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation
MARI004 Observe regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 80 metres
MARJ007 Monitor environmental management on a vessel
MARK003 Manoeuvre a vessel up to 80 metres
MARN004 Manage seaworthiness of a vessel up to 80 metres
See the full qualification details for theMAR40618 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal) course at the official training.gov.au website.
To register your interest in one of our Commercial Maritime courses, please use the online form on the right. If you would like to get further information about these, or any M.A.S.T. courses, please call us on 1300 302 123.
