Skill set Outline

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Marine Radio Operator's VHF and HF Skill Set

Marine Radio Operator's VHF and HF Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
MARSS00010
State Code
AC870
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Associated Qualification
Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal)
National Code
MAR20321
State Code
BHD0
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Certificate II Level
Field of Education
0317 - Maritime Engineering And Technology
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
27/02/2015
Current Release Date
09/07/2018
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
24/05/2022
Nominal Hours
25
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 09/07/2018 Current Approved
1.00 27/02/2015 Replaced Replaced
Description
This Skill Set reflects the skills required by Masters of commercial vessels who use marine radio and telephone equipment to transmit and receive information to and from ship to ship and ship to shore.
Pathway Information
The Marine Radio Operator’s VHF and HF Skill Set is part of the MAR Maritime Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Before undertaking this Skill Set, candidates seeking certification for the Marine Radio Operator’s Certificate of Proficiency should check with ACMA to determine certification requirements.
Target Group
Individuals seeking Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) Marine Radio Operator’s Certificate of Proficiency.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
The MAR Marine Radio Operator’s VHF and HF Skill Set is consistent with the relevant maritime regulations and certification requirements as specified in the Radiocommunications Act 1992 for the Marine Radio Operator’s Certificate of Proficiency.
General notes
Schedule
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OAB59 MARC043 Transmit and receive information by marine radio 25 Unit of competency
No information