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Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology


 National Code: AUR30520
 TAFE SA Code: TP01295


2025 start

Description

Do you have a passion for boats and a desire to work in the marine industry? Turn that passion into a successful career with an apprenticeship in marine mechanical technology. You’ll gain valuable skills in workplace safety, marine electrical systems, batteries and charging systems, starting systems, marine engines, controls and instruments, engine science, and the use and maintenance of tools and equipment. Build your career in a boat workshop, in field services and repairs at a marina, or in a combined boating workshop and retail sales outlet.

Apprenticeships & Traineeships
Duration
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48 months 
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Campus
Study Mode
Study Load
Scheduled
Application
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On Campus On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Part Time Part Time
Day Only
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On campus/location

On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
Full Time

Full Time

Full Time classes
Part Time

Part Time

Part Time classes
Day Classes

Day Classes

Day time classes
Evening Classes

Evening Classes

Evening time classes
International

International

A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

  • You must have a contract of training with an employer to study this course

Fees

Average cost per semester
Total Fees for the 48 month course
Subsidised
$382
$3,056
Concession
$229
$1,834
You may be eligible for government subsidised training.
Subsidised Training Eligibility
Subsidised training may require applicants to complete a Core Skills Profile Assessment (CSPA).
What is the CSPA?

Fees vary depending on subjects you enrol into. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary. Fee updates will be available prior to offers being made.

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    Upfront Payment

    Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.

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    Payment Plan

    If you have difficulty paying your fees upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    This qualification reflects the role of individuals who perform a range of tasks in the marine industry. It is suitable for entry into the marine mechanical service and repair sector.

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology (AUR30520)
    Skills covered include workplace safety, basic electrical circuits, batteries and jump-starting, charging systems, starting systems, marine engines, controls and instruments, marine electrical systems, engine science and maintaining tools and equipment. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 11 core units and 19 elective units.

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply knowledge of engine science 40
    Diagnose and repair charging systems 30
    Diagnose and repair marine electrical systems 20
    Diagnose and repair starting systems 30
    Follow environmental and sustainability best practice in an automotive workplace 25
    Follow safe working practices in an automotive workplace 20
    Install marine electrical systems and components 15
    Install marine engines, controls and instruments 55
    Test and repair basic electrical circuits 40
    Test, charge and replace batteries and jump-start vehicles 15
    Use and maintain tools and equipment in an automotive workplace 20

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Carry out basic gas metal arc welding 20
    Carry out oxyacetylene welding, thermal heating and cutting 30
    Develop and carry out diagnostic test strategies 20
    Diagnose and repair cooling systems 20
    Diagnose and repair ignition systems 30
    Diagnose and repair marine inboard engines 40
    Diagnose and repair marine inboard propeller drive systems 25
    Diagnose and repair marine inboard transmissions 30
    Diagnose and repair marine jet drive propulsion systems 20
    Diagnose and repair marine outboard and stern drive transmissions 30
    Diagnose and repair marine outboard engines 40
    Diagnose and repair marine steering systems 30
    Diagnose and repair petrol carburettor systems 50
    Diagnose and repair spark ignition engine management systems 60
    Inspect and service diesel fuel injection systems 20
    Inspect and service marine inboard engines 20
    Inspect and service marine outboard engines 20
    Install vehicle lighting and wiring systems 40
    Service and repair trailers up to 4.5 tonnes 15

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Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology
TP01295
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