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Advanced Diploma of Marine Engineering [Class 1] [Engineer Class 1 [Motor]]

  • Diploma

For a career in marine engineering, this is the qualification to choose. You will study mechanics, thermodynamics, electro technology and naval architecture.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Course Code
MAR60120, 103750E
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Fees
$14,160 per year / $14,722 total
International Fees
$14,160 per year / $14,722 total

About this course

For a career in marine engineering, this is the qualification to choose. You will study mechanics, thermodynamics, electro technology and naval architecture.

During your studies you will learn about electrical, electronic and control engineering along with the operation and maintenance of marine engineering plant and equipment.

This qualification is suitable for people working in the maritime industry who seek Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certification in the capacity of:

  • engineer class 1 - Standard of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) chief engineer unlimited; or
  • engineer class 2 - STCW second engineer unlimited on ships.

Successful completion of this course requires sea time (seagoing service time being the total of all of your individual working days onboard vessels), plus the AMSA oral examination that enables students to obtain the AMSA certificate.

More information is available at the AMSA website (amsa.gov.au)

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. Students are encouraged to check this website on a regular basis as frequent changes may occur.

This course is a full-time program that is timetabled over 4 to 5 days per week. This means you will have a very heavy study load which will encroach on your personal commitments during weekdays over the course of the program. The timetabled hours per week are essential to ensure all course requirements are met.

Entry requirements

  • An IELTS score (academic) of 7.0 with no band score less than 7.0 or equivalent.

  • Completion of MAR50120 Diploma of Marine Engineering [Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal] (AC31) OR [Engineer Watchkeeper Specialist] (AC62) is required for entry into this course.

  • Equivalent to Australian Year 12.

  • Students must submit a comprehensive Resume outlining their work experiences, employment history and qualifications in order for the application to be assessed for entry into this course.

  • You must have the following to be considered:

    be part of an AMSA approved engineer cadet program of at least 3 years duration and appropriate qualifying sea-time OR have completed the following documented qualifying seagoing service - a Certificate of competency, which demonstrates at least 12 months of qualifying seagoing service on vessels at least 750 kW propulsion power while holding an Engineer Watchkeeper certificate OR its equivalent of which at least 9 months was on vessels using propulsion of the kind to which the certificate relates OR if holding an Engineer Watchkeeper Certificate of Competency or any other Certificate that AMSA considers to be at least equivalent to an Engineer Watchkeeper.

    You will need a certificate of competency to be qualified to work in the Australian maritime industry and on Australian or international vessels in international waters. You must also be properly trained to work in your role in the maritime industry. (See Qualifications & training (amsa.gov.au) for more information).

    Based on any certificates or qualifications that you may already hold, you may be required to undertake additional short course qualifications as specified by AMSA. This is an AMSA requirement for certification for all seafarers. The fees may be up AUD $10,000 depending on your training.

Please view Admission requirements for your country of origin.

Study locations

Fremantle

Career pathways

Career opportunities
  • Marine Engineer (Class 1 or 2)
Career opportunities
  • Marine Engineer (Class 1 or 2)
  • Marine Engineer (Class 1 or 2)
  • Course structure

    To achieve this qualification, students must demonstrate competency in 14 units. These 14 are comprised of 13 core units and 1 elective units. Elective units listed below have been selected in consultation with industry.

    Students who enrol into this qualification will be eligible for credit transfer of the units that they have already achieved. Fees paid by international students are set on a commercial basis and are paid as a whole of course fee - no refund will apply to credit transfers. Please refer to your letter of Offer for detailed duration and costings for your enrolment.

    Core units
      National ID
      Unit title
    • MARB044
      Operate and maintain ship power systems exceeding 1,000 volts
    • MARD006
      Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements
    • MARF039
      Manage safety and security of vessel, crew and passengers
    • MARF045
      Provide leadership and managerial capability
    • MARL038
      Apply advanced principles of marine electrotechnology
    • MARL039
      Apply advanced principles of marine engineering thermodynamics
    • MARL040
      Apply advanced principles of marine mechanics
    • MARL041
      Apply advanced principles of trim, stability and stress
    • MARL047
      Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine auxiliary boilers
    • MARL048
      Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine auxiliary machinery and systems
    • MARL049
      Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine control systems and automation
    • MARL051 Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine electrical systems
    • MARL053 Demonstrate advanced knowledge of ship operations and maintenance
    Elective units
      National ID
      Unit title
    • MARL050 Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine diesel engines and systems