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Course Overview
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Hobart
French St, Hobart, Tasmania (TAS) 7005
Student Information
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Duration
Eligibility
Domestic students:
This course is not available to domestic students. Please enquire online for advice on alternative course options.
International students:
English Language Requirements
This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of 5.5, with no individual band less than 5.0, or a PTE Academic score of 43, with no score lower than 36 or equivalent.
For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided.
See the English Language Requirements page for more information.
General Entry Requirements
Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a year 12 education in Australia.
Please review the equivalent undergraduate entry requirements to see the minimum requirement relevant to your country. This course uses ATAR and equivalent ranks as part of the admission process. We anticipate that the lowest ATAR that will receive an offer for this course in 2025 will be 65.
You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies:
Completion of an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above
Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Diploma level or higher
Course Specific Requirements
These prerequisites apply to students from all educational backgrounds.
To be an eligible for an offer, you must have completed studies or have experience equivalent to a satisfactory achievement in the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subjects:
General Mathematics (MTG315123); and
Physical Sciences (PSC315118) or equivalent (equivalency includes CHM415115 Chemistry OR PHY415115 Physics)
You can enquire online for information on interstate and international equivalents to the Tasmanian senior secondary subject above. If you need assistance to meet the prerequisites, we offer foundation units that you can complete before you start your course
COURSE PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
This course includes compulsory Work Integrated Learning (professional experience placements). In order to participate in placements, all students must:
Career & Study Pathways
The Advanced Diploma of Applied Science (Marine Engineering) is the recognised pathway to becoming an AMSA certified marine engineering officer. This degree provides additional knowledge and skills that will be of benefit to students seeking a career at sea. The degree will also equip professional engineering officers with the additional knowledge and skills that they are likely to require to take up senior shore-based professional positions such as:
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
Engineers Australia (EA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
Engineers Australia
Course Content
Shipboard Operations (Engine)
This unit introduces students to the shipping industry and to the duties, responsibilities, and lifestyle of a Marine Engineering Officer. The focus of this unit is to develop a basic knowledge of vessel construction, operation of propulsion machinery, and auxiliary…
Marine Mathematics and Engineering Design
This unit provides students with the essential knowledge and skills required to solve marine engineering mathematical problems and to produce and interpret shipboard engineering drawings. It further meets the requirements for knowledge, understanding and proficiency set out by the current…
Elementary First Aid
Prepare students to respond to a medical emergency in a support capacity under the supervision of senior crew members.…
Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
This unit is aligned to the IMO model course #1.20 – Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting. This unit is required as part of the STCW Certificate of Safety Training (CoST). This unit provides knowledge and skills required to maintain fire…
Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
To provide the student with an insight into the various elements of a ship and working procedures onboard so they adjust to the shipboard environment and are better prepared to cope with any unforeseen circumstances. Equivalent to MARF041Observe personal safety…
Personal Survival Techniques
To provide the student with the skills and knowledge required to survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment. Equivalent to MARF009 Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment.…
Security Awareness
This online short course unit is an integral component of mandated competencies required by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), Australia’s national maritime safety regulator. Providing the skills and knowledge required to recognise and report security threats and applies to…
Marine Confined Space Entry
This unit involves knowledge and skill development that will allow you to follow and apply any established practises concerning confined spaces on board vessels. The primary focus of the unit is to understand the regulatory framework to undertake this work…
Marine Damage Control
This short course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and use control measures to maintain the watertight and structural integrity and participate in practical exercise in the application and use of correct techniques to reduce water…
Tanker Familiarisation (Liquefied Gas)
In the shipping industry in particular, the liquefied gas tanker sector is currently focusing more on the Safe operation of gas carriers. This unit has been designed to provide the learner with the required basic knowledge and skills to contribute…
Tanker Familiarisation (Oil and Chemical)
In the shipping industry in particular, the tanker sector is currently focusing more on the Safe operation of tankers. This unit has been designed to provide the learner with the required basic knowledge and skills to contribute for the safe…
Electrical and Electronics Maintenance and Repair
This unit provides the students with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage, and carry out electrical maintenance and repair work involving generators, motors, switchgear and related marine electrical equipment on commercial vessels. The work involves planning maintenance schedules, troubleshooting,…
Machinery Condition Analysis
This unit provides the students with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage, and carry out maintenance work in pneumatic and hydraulic systems and test machinery components for micro-cracks using dye penetrant and magnetic particle testing methods. This unit meets…
Fundamentals of Marine Component Fabrication
This unit equips students with the essential knowledge and skills to plan, manage, and execute marine engineering-related fabrication, repair, and maintenance tasks on-board ships. Students will learn to effectively use and manage fabrication machinery and tools, including lathes, milling machines,…
Marine Construction and Fabrication Techniques
This unit equips students with the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills required to plan, manage, and execute marine engineering maintenance and fabrication tasks on-board ships. Students will learn to effectively use and manage fabrication machinery and tools, including manual metal…
Marine Heavy Fitting, Machinery Maintenance and Repair
This unit provides students with the comprehensive theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary to plan, manage, and execute maintenance and operational tasks for marine diesel engines, steam systems, and auxiliary machinery on commercial vessels and related platforms. Key areas covered…
Electrical Electronics and Control Systems
This unit provides students with the knowledge and skills to understanding the operation, construction, and characteristics of ship's electrical and electronic systems, including the control systems, to enable safe and efficient operation of a commercial vessel and its machinery at…
Ship and Engine Resource Management
Engine Resource Management (ERM) was introduced by the STCW 2010 Manila amendments, to address a long felt need in the marine engineering curriculum. Over the years the role of the operational engineer in the engine room has changed substantially. The…
Naval Architecture and Marine Mathematics
This unit focuses on the mathematics applications required for theoretical units in this course and underpins the students’ understanding of ship construction, ship stability, and hydrostatics appropriate to Engineer Watchkeeper Certificate of Competency level. It is designed to instill critical…
Applied Mechanics
This foundational Unit provides students with knowledge and skills required to apply basic principles of mechanics to marine applications. Student will learn how to solve applied mechanics problems for the purpose of understanding, operating, and maintaining marine machinery and equipment at…
Marine Thermodynamics
Thermodynamics is a key area within the marine engineering discipline. The purpose of this unit is to provide the necessary knowledge and skills in understanding the design concepts and applying basic thermodynamic principles to safely operate main and auxiliary machinery. This…
Operational Marine Engineering (General)
This unit provides students with the basic theoretical knowledge and skills required to contribute to the safer operation of the ship as a watchkeeping Engineer. Students will be provided with an understanding of the construction, operating principles and characteristics of…
Operational Marine Engineering (Motor)
This unit provides students with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage and carry out engineering operations, maintenance, and repairs on diesel engine and ancillary systems on commercial vessels. This includes the design, operational principles, construction, safety, statutory requirements, trouble…
Operational Marine Engineering (Steam)
This unit has been designed to provide the learner with the required basic knowledge and skills to contribute to the safe operation of the Ship as a watch-keeping Engineer. This unit will provide students with an understanding of the construction,…
Marine High Voltage
This unit provides students with the knowledge and skills to manage the high voltage generation and distribution installations found on modern ships and other offshore installations. This includes the design, installation, construction, trouble shooting, maintenance, commission, and calibration of the…
Advanced Fire Fighting
The short duration unit of study is intended to provide the student with the required knowledge, understanding and proficiency to prepare them to take command and establish control of fire fighting activities on board a vessel. In achieving the course…
Proficiency in Survival Craft other than Fast Rescue Boats
To provide the student with the skills and knowledge required to take charge of a survival craft or rescue boat in emergency situations.…
Maritime Environmental Awareness
The design of this unit is based on the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Model Course 1.38 (Marine Environmental Awareness). The unit informs the participants of the complexity, diversity and functional significance of marine life and how this environment can be…
Teamworking and Leadership Skills
This unit provides students with the knowledge, skills and understanding of leadership and teamwork as appropriate to the Function: "Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board at the operational level". This unit meet the requirements…
Medical First Aid at Sea
“Students will gain sufficient knowledge and skill as detailed in Section A-VI/4 para 1 through 3, and Table A-VI/4-1 of the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for seafarers who have responsibility to provide medical first aid to the sick…
Shipboard Operational Experience (Engine)
This is an on-board study program approved by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). It is a guided study program and has been structured in a way that enables the candidates to perform and familiarise themselves with on board tasks…
Shipboard Operational Experience (ETO)
This unit provides students with theoretical and practical electronics knowledge applied to various ship-board systems. It addresses the analogue, digital and power electronics involved with engine room and bridge equipment such as radar, echo sounder, gyro compass, communication, computer networking…
GMDSS
GMDSS (Global Maritime Distress and Safety System) This short course unit is an integral component of mandated competencies required by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA), Australia’s national maritime safety regulator. This short course provides the skills and knowledge required…
Common Questions
The course has a total duration of 156 weeks, which includes a significant work component of 2,016 hours (56 hours per week over 36 weeks).
The estimated total course cost is AU$52,874, which covers tuition fees. There are no additional non-tuition fees listed.
The Advanced Diploma of Applied Science (Marine Engineering) is delivered at the University of Tasmania's Launceston campus in Tasmania, Australia.
Yes, the course includes a mandatory work component totalling 2,016 hours, structured as 56 hours per week over 36 weeks.
International students can contact the University of Tasmania's International Student Enquiries team by phone at +61 3 6226 6200 or by email at your.study@utas.edu.au, or visit www.utas.edu.au/international.
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