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1 Year
Combination — a mix of on campus, virtual, online and workplace training.
Full Time (16+ hours per week) · 28 hours class time per week plus 7 hours additional recommended study time per week
20th Jul 2026
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Newcastle, Tighes Hill, NSW
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
Engineers Australia (EA)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
Engineers Australia
Course Content
Operate and maintain ship power systems exceeding 1,000 volts
Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements
Manage safety and security of vessel, crew and passengers
Provide leadership and managerial capability
Apply advanced principles of marine electrotechnology
Apply advanced principles of marine engineering thermodynamics
Apply advanced principles of marine mechanics
Apply advanced principles of trim, stability and stress
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine auxiliary boilers
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine auxiliary machinery and systems
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine control systems and automation
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine electrical systems
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of ship operations and maintenance
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of marine diesel engines and systems
Common Questions
After graduating from this course, you will be able to apply for Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certification oral examinations in Engineer Class 1 (STCW Chief Engineer Unlimited) and Engineer Class 2 (STCW Second Engineer Unlimited). Note that graduating from this course only meets part of the AMSA exam criteria — you will also need to meet other requirements including minimum age, minimum professional sea time hours, and medical and eyesight assessments.
This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol, including a willingness to have an interview with teaching staff to discuss your experience and arrange an individual learning plan. It is recommended that you hold a Diploma of Marine Engineering (Engineer Watchkeeper) or equivalent, have an intermediate level of fitness and the ability to swim 5 metres and stay afloat for 5 minutes, a resistance to acute ocean sickness, and the ability to provide your own work clothes including overalls, protective eyewear, closed work shoes and sun protection for practical sessions.
The Advanced Diploma of Marine Engineering (Class 1) (Engineer Class 1 - Motor) requires you to successfully complete 14 units of competency, including 13 core units and 1 specialty unit. The course is delivered full time over 8 months at Newcastle, Tighes Hill campus.
Through a mixture of theory and practical coursework, you will learn to train to work safely on ship power systems exceeding 1,000 volts, find faults on live 440V marine electrical boards and understand high voltage safety, and review and assess marine control systems, automation and electrical systems. You will also gain experience leading a marine team, exposure to simulated emergency and survival situations, and high-level maritime engineering skills.
Yes, the recommended study pathway into this course is the Diploma of Marine Engineering (Engineer Watchkeeper). TAFE NSW also offers recognition of prior learning and credit transfer for previous study and work experience, which may allow you to complete your qualification faster.
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