Seafood and Maritime Industries Training
Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)A Master oversees all aspects of a ship’s operation, while at sea, at anchor and in port. They command a commercial vessel of up to 24 metres in length, within limits specified by the Marine Authority.
They are responsible for overseeing activities such as the carriage of passengers, the loading and unloading of cargo, repair and maintenance work, the receipt and transmission of information, navigation and all other activities essential to the safe, efficient and effective running of a ship.
They are also responsible for managing a ship’s budget and expenditure, as well as preparing voyage plans. A Master must also record the daily activities in the ship’s log, including the course and any alterations, the ship’s position, any repairs and the weather conditions.
Delivery mode
Seafood and Maritime Industries Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- 10-12 / 110 Reichardt Rd, Winnellie
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres Near Coastal) will prepare you for the following role.
Sea Captain
A Sea Captain takes charge of a ship, boat or other type of marine vessel. You might transport passengers, carry cargo or operate a recreational ve...
About Seafood and Maritime Industries Training
Seafood & Maritime Industries Training Ltd. (SMIT) is a not-for-profit, industry based provider established in 1995.
SMIT provides a range of training courses as well as being involved in national projects for the development of the maritime certificate curriculum.
The qualifications gained through SMIT are credit transferable and articulated all around Australia. SMIT is endorsed to facilitate the new national MAR (Maritime – Release 10) Industry Training Package.
English language, literacy and numeracy support is offered to learners who do not speak English as a first language – and to other groups who require assistance to become proficient in the use of industry specific language.
Professional development programs for trainers, supervisors, executives and managers are available and every effort is made to provide for innovative and flexible methods of training. Courses are conducted as face-to-face classes at SMIT training rooms. However, the organisation can customise courses for industry, community and individual requirements and deliver at your work place or at SMIT facilities.
