TAFE NSW Newcastle - Marine Engineering & Operations Programs

Marine Engineering Diploma, AMSA Oral Prep, Experience Assessment and Other Marine Training Programs in Newcastle, NSW

Established in 1833 and located in New South Wales in Australia with 130 campuses in the state, TAFE NSW is a leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. With over 430,000 students enrolling each year, TAFE NSW offers courses and short courses with qualifications from certificates to Diploma and Advanced Diploma level.

Home to some of the most advanced equipment in Australia, TAFE NSW Newcastle is a beacon of opportunity for the people of the Hunter region, where they can come to learn, prosper, and create an exciting future for themselves and their local community.

TAFE NSW Newcastle is located in the trendy, inner-city suburb of Tighes Hill, a quick bus ride from Hamilton railway station and a short drive from the Newcastle CBD.

Marine Engineering Programs

• Diploma of Marine Engineering (Engineer Class 3 Near Coastal): Become eligible to apply for your certificate of competency engineer class 3 (near coastal), and gain the licensing to become a chief engineer or second engineer on appropriate ships in Australian waters.
• TAFE Statement in Marine Engineering AMSA Oral Preparation (4 weeks): Approach the AMSA oral examination with greater confidence with this convenient online course. Refine your knowledge on a range of topics including marine auxiliary boilers, machinery and equipment and ship operations.
• TAFE Statement in Marine Engineering - Experience Assessment (AMSA) Part A (6 weeks): This customised bridging course enables Marine Engineer Class 3 (NC) holders and other unclassified Marine Transport Professionals to pursue higher qualifications in the Diploma and Advanced Diploma of Marine Engineering.

Marine Operations Programs

• Diploma of Maritime Operations (Watchkeeper Deck) (8 months, FT): Combine your navigation abilities with your sense of adventure and challenge yourself to take the next step in your maritime career. This course is your passport to life on international waters as a 2nd or 3rd deck watchkeeping officer.
• Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master less than 500 GT) (9 months, FT): Challenge yourself to become Master of international vessels as you develop the skills needed to work as a Master or Chief Mate on commercial vessels up to 500 GT in the Australian exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and in international waters.

Other Training Programs

• Safety Training Certification Skill Set (2 weeks)
• Continued Competence (2 days)
• Proficiency in Survival Craft other than fast rescue boats (CPSC) (4 days)

LAST UPDATED ON Oct 6, 2023