NOTES FOR THE GUIDANCE OF CANDIDATES

USAGE

In general terms, the holder of an unrestricted Certificate of Competency as a Coxswain is qualified to act in the following positions;

• Master on a commercial ship less than 12 metres in length for inshore operations (within 15 nautical miles of the coast);
• Master on a fishing ship less than 15 metres in length within the Fishing Ship Operational Area;
• Engineer on a fishing or trading vessel less than 12 metres in length with engines less than 250 kW for inshore operations (within 15 nautical miles of the coast)
• Mate on a fishing or trading vessel less than 12 metres in length for operations out to within 200 nautical miles of the coast.

It is a dual deck and engineering certificate. Coxswain Certificates can be endorsed or limited depending on the service, experience and requirements of the candidate.

TRAINING

To be eligible for the issue by a Maritime Authority of a Certificate of Competency as a Coxswain, the candidate must have succesfully completed an approved training program or course.Important Notice:

As from 1 July 2008, completion of Certificate II requires candidates to have tasks for each unit signed off by a qualified commercial master in the workplace. To achieve this it is essential that candidates are either in the industry or able to obtain at least part time casual work on a commercial or fishing vessel during their studies; and completion must be achieved within 18 months of enrolment.

Certificate II in Maritime Operations

TDM MF10 07B (or equivalent) - Senior First Aid (not available at AMTC)

TDM ME5 07B - Marine Radio Operator's Certificate of Proficiency

Elements of Shipboard Safety incorporating;

• TDM MF11 07B - Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment
• TDM MF54 07A - Observe safety and emergency procedures on a coastal vessel
• TDM MF55 07A - Fight and extinguish fires onboard a coastal vessel

Nautical Knowledge (Coxswain) incorporating;

• TDM MB45 07A - Monitor condition and seaworthiness of a small vessel
• TDM MC7 07C - Apply seamanship skills and techniques when operating a small commercial vessel
• TDM MC9 07C - Manoeuvre a commercial vessel less than 12 metres in length within inshore limits
• TDM ME11 07A - Contribute to effective communications and teamwork
• TDM MF32 07C - Apply domestic regulations when operating a small vessel
• TDM MH12 07B - Plan and navigate a short voyage within inshore limits
• TDM MR54 07B - Carry out re-fuelling and fuel transfer operations
• TDM MU5 07B - Ensure compliance with environmental considerations in a small domestic vessel

Engineering Knowledge (Coxswain) incorporating;

• TDM MR30 07B - Operate and carry out basic maintenance on a small vessel propulsion system
• TDM MR31 07B - Operate and carry out basic maintenance on auxiliary systems
• TDM MR32 07B - Operate and carry out basic maintenance on extra low voltage electrical systems, starter motors and alternators

Statements of Attainment attesting to the satisfactory completion of a competency based training program which includes the above units will meet Maritime Authority requirements..

OTHER MARITIME AUTHORITY PREREQUISITES

Candidates seeking a Certificate of Competency as a Coxswain should consult the MSQ "Notes for Guidance" at http://www.msq.qld.gov.au/qt/msq.nsf/index/nfg

To be eligible in general terms for the issue by a Maritime Authority of a Certificate of Competency as a Coxswain upon completion of training, the candidate must;

• have attained 18 years of age;
• pass a vision and colour-vision test;
• have completed a declaration of medical fitness;
• provide proof of required qualifying service;
• provide two recent (within one year) colour passport photographs;
• provide a recent (within one year) character reference;
• pay the prescribed fees;
• pass an examination conducted by the Maritime Authority..

FURTHER INFORMATION

Available in Queensland from Marine Operations Centres.

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4 August, 2008 ©AMTC