MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal)
Be the master of your boating career.
Get the skills you need to work and skipper on vessels up to 80 metres in length. Be confident navigating, maneuvering and maintaining a vessel safely plus so much more.
This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.
Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.
^ Please note: Eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training.
CampusesBatavia Coast Maritime Institute.
When Available all year round.
Study Mode Online and on campus.
Fancy a life at sea?
This qualification is suitable for people who work as a Master IV Near Coastal skipper in the maritime industry. This qualification is suitable for those sailing as Master on vessels up to 45 metres in length within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) or a Mate on vessels up to 100 metres in length.
You will gain the following skills:
- Handling cargo
- Applying vessel stability knowledge
- Checking and maintaining equipment
- Manoeuvring vessels
- Communicating effectively in a marine environment
- Applying survival skills at sea
- Navigating a safe passage, and
- Applying ship structural knowledge.
Select your preferred campus and apply
Available all year round, 2024
Details
Course fees
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $772.66 )
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|
| HLTAID011 Provide First Aid | $0.00 | $50.00 |
| MARA022 Manage loading, discharging and stowing of cargo | $0.00 | $25.82 |
| MARA024 Manage vessel stability | $0.00 | $28.15 |
| MARB030 Slip or dock a vessel and maintain hull on a vessel up to 80 metres | $0.00 | $28.15 |
| MARB046 Plan and supervise routine maintenance on a vessel up to 80 metres | $0.00 | $49.76 |
| MARC047 Manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services | $0.00 | $21.68 |
| MARC048 Monitor and manage vessel operations | $0.00 | $35.52 |
| MARC051 Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres | $0.00 | $28.15 |
| MARF027 Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment | $0.00 | $35.52 |
| MARF028 Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel | $0.00 | $35.52 |
| MARF029 Meet work health and safety requirements | $0.00 | $17.41 |
| MARF030 Survive at sea using survival craft | $0.00 | $21.68 |
| MARG007 Manage a small crew | $0.00 | $28.15 |
| MARH015 Manage and maintain a navigational watch on board vessels up to 80 metres | $0.00 | $35.52 |
| MARH016 Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 80 metres | $0.00 | $131.86 |
| MARH017 Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation | $0.00 | $71.38 |
| MARH019 Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions | $0.00 | $14.30 |
| MARI004 Observe regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 80 metres | $0.00 | $21.68 |
| MARJ007 Monitor environmental management on a vessel | $0.00 | $21.68 |
| MARK009 Manoeuvre a vessel up to 80 metres | $0.00 | $30.53 |
| MARN013 Manage seaworthiness of a vessel up to 80 metres | $0.00 | $28.15 |
| RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces | $0.00 | $12.05 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700