Ship Mate Courses in Darwin
A Ship Mate assists with navigation, supervises crew, manages cargo, and ensures safety aboard vessels, requiring strong awareness and problem-solving skills.
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How do I become a Ship Mate in Northern Territory
Get qualified to work as a Ship Mate in Darwin with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
MAR40320
Estimated fee
From $11,490
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
Command commercial vessels up to 35 metres long with the MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal). This nationally recognised training course is endorsed by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Your training is carried out at an advanced maritime training facility in a 6-week intensive. The course covers: vessel navigation and manoeuvring, crew management, forecasting weather and oceanographic conditions, cargo storage and discharge, shipboard safety and su...
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Estimated fee
From $11,490
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
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MAR60220
Become a Master Mariner with the MAR60220 Advanced Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master Unlimited). This intense qualification prepares you for certification with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) as a Master (Unlimited). The course covers: managing stability and maintenance of very large vessels, managing vessel compliance and security, personal safety, preventing fires on board, survival at sea, managing vessel abandonment, managing cargo and crew, manoeuvring a vessel larger than 500 gr...
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MAR50320
The MAR50320 Diploma of Maritime Operations is a nationally recognised diploma, accredited with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). This qualification is suited to Ship Masters, Mates, and Watchkeeper Deck Officers on a range of different sized vessels. Course competencies include: planning and conducting a passage, determining vessel position, using radar and bridge equipment, manoeuvring the ship, navigational watch responsibilities and safety, using visual signalling to transmit and recei...
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MAR50320
Duration
8 months - 12 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
Get your AMSA Ship Master (less than 500 GT) with the MAR50320 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master less than 500 GT). This nationally recognised is fully accredited with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). Competencies include: vessel manoeuvring in all conditions, managing vessel and crew, operating survival craft and lifesaving appliances, managing medical care and first aid on the vessel, vessel compliance and safety, using GMDSS equipment, operating radar and bridge equipment, CDIS ope...
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Duration
8 months - 12 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
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