GOTAFE

MEM30719

Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Whether you have sailing in your blood or have recently found a passion for shipbuilding, marine craft construction is a great career for anyone who loves building things with their hands.

Learn to fix and build components and assemble boats. Our expert trainers will support you both in class and in the workplace and give you the technical know-how to shine in this specialist field.

Delivery mode

GOTAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Traineeship

Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.


Locations
  • 27 Docker Street, Wangaratta
  • 290-300 Archer Street, Shepparton
  • 260 Wanganui Road, Shepparton
  • 152-200 Fryers Street, Shepparton
  • 35 Wallis Street, Seymour
  • 57 Samaria Road, Benalla
  • 218 Tone Road, Wangaratta
  • 57 High Street, Wallan

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

GOTAFE entry requirements

  • Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy & numeracy levels for the course are met.
  • Undertake a Pre-training Review by interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
  • Please apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with your employer to organise your apprenticeship contract before applying for this course.

Student resources

  • A laptop/computer with internet access, including access to YouTube.
  • Access to a digital camera or video camera for visual and audio assessment tasks.
  • General stationary (pens, pencils, rulers).
  • Trade-specific hand and power tools.
  • Video conferencing capability.
  • PPE including a half-face respirator, industrial clothing and footwear, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $18,300 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
NSW
  • NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$18,300
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$18,300
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with GOTAFE to find out more.
Study mode Traineeship
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $18,300 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Marine Craft Construction will prepare you for the following roles.

Boat Builder

A Boat Builder constructs and repairs boats and other maritime vessels. You might build vessels according to owner requirements or make repairs or...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Shipwright

A Shipwright builds and repairs ships and other maritime vessels. You might construct new vessels or fit out existing ships with cabins, decks, mas...

Avg yearly income $69,992
Entry barriers Low

About GOTAFE

GOTAFE is the largest vocational education provider in regional Victoria. Offering over 130 courses across eight campuses, GOTAFE services 11 local government areas with an estimated resident population of over 240,000 people. We service more than 9,000 students per year on average, employ over 500 staff, and we are an intrinsic part of the communities that we serve.