Course Overview

About This Course

Develop your career in the marine service and repair industry with this mid-level course. You will learn a broad range of practical skills and technical knowledge across a variety of vessels, enabling you to work as a marine mechanic and gain a trade qualification. Australia is recognised as a global leader in the marine repair and maintenance industry, with exceptional repair facilities located on our vast shorelines and a global reputation for quality service. The industry relies on skilled workers to meet the high-quality manufacturing and servicing standards required and is prepared to invest in its workers to develop the skills required. This course provides the skills to become a marine mechanic and perform a range of mechanical service and repair tasks within the marine industry. Work on inboard and outboard boat engines and equipment and learn to diagnose, repair and service engines and engine components, marine transmissions, propeller drive and jet drive propulsion systems. Also learn how to install and repair marine electrical, electronic and ignition systems and inboard marine hull equipment and instruments. You will receive hands-on training delivered by our industry-experienced teachers in our world-class workshops equipped with the latest marine technology. Successful completion of this course will provide the technical knowledge and practical skills required to work as a Marine Mechanic, and if completed as part of an apprenticeship allows you to apply for a trade qualification.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Coomera Marine, Gold CoastTownsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle, North QueenslandCoomera

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

To study an apprenticeship program you must be indentured as an apprentice with your employer.
Employers need to be able to provide the necessary human and physical resources to qualify for an apprentice.
You will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 3 in English, 3 in Maths and 3 in Digital Technology.
You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes. This includes the use of:
- Clear safety glasses to AS 1336 or 1337
- Protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
- Mechanic gloves
- Ear plugs or muffs
- Hair protection - long hair (i.e. hair below collar length) must be restrained (hat, headband, or hair tie) within the workshop environment
You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard protective clothing.
If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.
You are also required to have access to and bring personal stationery, a USB, and a calculator.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Marine Serviceperson, Marine Technician, Marine Mechanic

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units11 units

AURAEA002

Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace

This unit describes the performance outcomes required to follow environmental and sustainability best practices, including complying with established workplace procedures and environmental regulations as well as following sustainability practices that may reduce the environmental impact of work practices and outputs.

AURASA102

Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and follow safety and emergency procedures in an automotive workplace.

AURETR112

Test and repair basic electrical circuits

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to inspect, test and repair basic electrical circuits in vehicle and machinery electrical systems.

AURETR125

Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to test, charge, replace, retest and secure a range of automotive batteries, including vehicle or machinery jump-starting procedures.

AURETR129

Diagnose and repair charging systems

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair charging systems.

AURETR130

Diagnose and repair starting systems

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair starting systems.

AURRTE008

Install marine engines, controls and instruments

This unit describes the performance outcomes required to install marine engines, controls and instruments. It involves preparing for the task, installing and testing the operation of marine engines, controls and instruments, and completing workplace processes and documentation.

AURRTR007

Install marine electrical systems and components

This unit describes the performance outcomes required to install low voltage marine electrical systems and components, such as dash instrumentation, switch and fuse panels, bilge pumps, lighting, global positioning systems (GPS), depth sounders, fish finders, communications equipment and radars.

AURRTR106

Diagnose and repair marine electrical systems

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to diagnose and repair faults in the low-voltage electrical systems of marine vessels, such as dash instrumentation, switch and fuse panels, bilge pumps and lighting, global positioning systems (GPS), depth sounders, fish finders, communications equipment and radars.

AURTTE001

Apply knowledge of engine science

This unit describes the performance outcomes required to apply knowledge of the construction and operation of engines and their components during engine repair or reconditioning activities. It involves identifying engine components and describing their function.

AURTTK102

Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to select, use, maintain and store tools and equipment in an automotive workplace.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to be employed before I can enrol in this course?

Yes, you must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. You should speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO), and to study an apprenticeship program you must be indentured as an apprentice with your employer.

How much does the Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology cost?

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour, calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost, which will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training. Additionally, the Queensland government supports young Queenslanders up to the age of 25 by providing access to fully subsidised training across a range of priority apprenticeship or traineeship qualifications.

What types of training delivery options are available for this course?

TAFE Queensland offers flexible training plans including workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile van training, day release, online, or a mix of all these options. The course is available at Coomera Marine on the Gold Coast and Townsville Trade Training Centre Bohle in North Queensland.

What safety equipment do I need to bring to practical classes?

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes. This includes clear safety glasses to AS 1336 or 1337, protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210, mechanic gloves, ear plugs or muffs, and hair protection (long hair below collar length must be restrained with a hat, headband, or hair tie). You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard protective clothing. If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

How many units do I need to complete to finish the qualification?

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core units and 19 elective units. The core units cover areas such as environmental and sustainability best practices, safe working practices, electrical systems, marine engine installation, and engine science, among others.

Application

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