Overview 2022
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- CRICOS: 093282D
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Course Coordinator: Dr T M Rabiul Islam
Learning Outcomes
Career outcomes
The Advanced Diploma of Applied Science (Marine Engineering) is the recognised pathway to becoming an AMSA certified marine engineering officer. This degree provides additional knowledge and skills that will be of benefit to students seeking a career at sea. The degree will also equip professional engineering officers with the additional knowledge and skills that they are likely to require to take up senior shore-based professional positions such as:
- Governmental or intergovernmental regulators and organisations such as AMSA, EMSA (European Maritime Safety Agency), IMO (International Maritime Organization)
- Senior position in a shipyard
- Technical manager in a shipping company
- Marine superintendent or safety manager in a shipping company
- Product, R&D, sales and service managers in companies manufacturing marine engines and equipment.
- Surveyor in a Classification Society
- Marine Surveyor with a Port State Control authority such as AMSA
- Work in Marine insurance companies
- Maritime Education and Training, research and teaching positions
Professional Accreditation
The Advanced Diploma of Applied Science (Marine Engineering) is approved by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) for eligibility towards the following Certificates of Competency: Engineer Watchkeeper (Trade Entrants).
Course structure
The Advanced Diploma of Applied Science (Marine Engineering) requires the completion of 200 credit points as follows:
Year 1 (Pre Sea – Engine) totalling 93.75 credit points, comprising core units (22 credit points), short course units (21.75 credit points) and practical units (50 credit points).
Year 2 (Watchkeeper – Engine) totalling 106.25 credit points, comprising core units (81.25 credit points), short course units (25 credit points) and an At Sea unit (6.25 credit points).
We have a team of Student Advisers available to help you structure your studies to meet your desired outcomes. For enrolment assistance please contact us via U Connect today.
When Does My Course Start?
Intake 1 (AMC MT Main Block 1)
- Admissions closing date: 3 February 2023
- Short course induction: tba
- Short courses commence: tba
- Orientation week: 13-17 February 2023
- Semester 1 commences: Monday 20 February 2023
Intake 2 (AMC MT Main Block 3)
- Admission closing date: 16 June 2023
- Short course induction: tba
- Short courses commence: tba
- Orientation week: 3-7 July 2023
- Semester 2 commences: Monday 10 July 2023
Year 1 (Pre Sea - Engine)
Core Units
This unit will develop the drafting skills and design knowledge of the student. At completion, the student will be competent to obtain any required information from engineering drawings produced to international standards and conventions. The student will also be able…
Credit Points: 6.25
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 1 | ||||
Launceston | Semester 2 |
View all details for JNE122 Engineering Design and Presentation
This unit provides the students with the knowledge of overall concept of commercial shipping. The unit describes the types of ships and the equipment and machinery on-board these ships required to do trading. It further explains the working principles and…
Credit Points: 12.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 1 | ||||
Launceston | Semester 2 |
This unit provides the students with the basic knowledge to solve mathematical problems involved in theoretical marine engineering units of the course. The students gain mathematical skills at the basic level to solve algebra, trigonometry, and calculus problems which are…
Credit Points: 3.25
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 1 | ||||
Launceston | Semester 2 |
Short Course Units
To provide the student with the skills and knowledge to provide elementary first aid on board ship.…
Credit Points: 2.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
To provide the student with the skills and knowledge required to apply fire prevention and fire fighting techniques on-board ships.…
Credit Points: 3.8
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
View all details for JVD171 Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
To provide the student with an insight into the various elements of a ship and working procedures onboard so they adjust to the shipboard environment and are better prepared to cope with any unforeseen circumstances.Equivalent to MARF006 Observe personal safety…
Credit Points: 2.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
View all details for JVD172 Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
To provide the student with the skills and knowledge required to survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment.Equivalent to MARF009 Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment.…
Credit Points: 2.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
On completion of this unit learners will have the skills and knowledge required to perform ship security related duties as required under the requirements of the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code).…
Credit Points: 1.2
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Launceston | Semester 1 | ||||
Launceston | Semester 2 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 |
This unit involves knowledge and skill development that will allow you to follow and apply any established practises concerning confined spaces on board vessels. The primary focus of the unit is to understand the regulatory framework to undertake this work…
Credit Points: 1.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
This short course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and use control measures to maintain the watertight and structural integrity and participate in practical exercise in the application and use of correct techniques to reduce water…
Credit Points: 1.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
In the shipping industry in particular, the liquefied gas tanker sector is currently focusing more on the Safe operation of gas carriers.This unit has been designed to provide the learner with the required basic knowledge and skills to contribute for…
Credit Points: 3
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 1 | ||||
Launceston | Semester 2 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 |
View all details for JVD186 Tanker Familiarisation (Liquefied Gas)
In the shipping industry in particular, the tanker sector is currently focusing more on the Safe operation of tankers.This unit has been designed to provide the learner with the required basic knowledge and skills to contribute for the safe operation…
Credit Points: 3.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
View all details for JVD187 Tanker Familiarisation (Oil and Chemical)
Practical Units
This unit provides the students with the knowledge and skills to plan and carry out marine engineering related fabrication on-board ships. They are provided with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage and use fabrication machinery and tools, including lathe,…
Credit Points: 6.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
This unit provides the students with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage, and carry out fundamental work in preparation for various marine fabrication, repair and maintenance. It enables the student to use various hand and power tools for the…
Credit Points: 6.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
View all details for JVE140 Fundamentals of Marine Fabrication
This unit provides the students with the knowledge and skills to plan and carry out marine engineering related maintenance and fabrication on-board ships. They are provided with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage and use fabrication machinery and tools,…
Credit Points: 6.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
This unit provides the students with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage, and carry out fabrication work in machinery and associated metal parts with manual metal arc welding.This unit meet the requirements for knowledge, understanding and proficiency set out…
Credit Points: 6.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
This unit provides the students with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage, and carry out electrical maintenance and repair work involving, generators, motors and switch gear and related marine electrical equipment on commercial vessels. The work involves planning maintenance…
Credit Points: 6.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
View all details for JVE143 Electrical and Electronics Maintenance and Repair
This unit provides the students with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage, and carry out maintenance work in pneumatic and hydraulic systems and test machinery components for micro cracks using dye penetrant and magnetic particle testing methods.This unit meet…
Credit Points: 6.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
This unit provides the students with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage, and carry out maintenance and repair work involving large marine diesel engines, steam systems, and ancillary equipment/systems on commercial vessels and related platforms. This includes liaising with…
Credit Points: 6.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
This unit provides the students with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage, and carry out operational, maintenance and repair work involving marine ancillary systems on commercial vessels. These include: Boilers and steam plant, pumping systems and components, de-salinators, oil…
Credit Points: 6.25
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
View all details for JVE146 Marine Machinery Maintenance and Repair
Year 2 (Watchkeeper - Engine)
Core Units
This unit provides students with the knowledge and skills to understanding the operation, construction, and characteristics of ship's electrical and electronic systems, including the control systems, to enable safe and efficient operation of a commercial vessel and its machinery at…
Credit Points: 12.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 1 |
View all details for JNE231 Electrical Electronics and Control Systems
Engine Resource Management (ERM) was introduced by the STCW 2010 Manila amendments, to address a long felt need in the marine engineering curriculum.Over the years the role of the operational engineer in the engine room changed substantially. The advancement in…
Credit Points: 12.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 2 |
View all details for JNE234 Ship and Engine Resource Management
This unit focuses on the mathematics applications required for theoretical units in this course and underpins the students’ understanding of ship construction, ship stability, and hydrostatics appropriate to Engineer Watchkeeper Certificate of Competency level. It is designed to instill critical…
Credit Points: 12.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 1 |
The purpose of this unit is to provide students with an understanding of the principles of mechanics relating to marine power plant and associated structures and systems required by the Engineering Watch-keeper involved in operating such a plant.This unit lays…
Credit Points: 12.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 1 |
This unit provides students with an understanding of the principles of thermodynamics relating to marine power plant and associated structures and systems required by the Engineering Watchkeeper involved in operating such a plant. This unit lays the foundation for Marine…
Credit Points: 12.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 1 |
This unit has been designed to provide the learner with the required basic knowledge and skills to contribute for the safe operation of the Ship as a watch keeping Engineer. This unit will provide students with an understanding of the…
Credit Points: 6.25
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 2 |
View all details for JNE241 Operational Marine Engineering (General)
This unit provides students with the knowledge and skills to plan, manage and carry out engineering operations, maintenance, and repairs on diesel engine and ancillary systems on commercial vessels. This includes the design, operational principles, construction, safety, statutory requirements, trouble…
Credit Points: 6.25
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 2 |
View all details for JNE242 Operational Marine Engineering (Motor)
This unit has been designed to provide the learner with the required basic knowledge and skills to contribute to the safe operation of the Ship as a watch-keeping Engineer. This unit will provide students with an understanding of the construction,…
Credit Points: 6.25
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 2 |
View all details for JNE243 Operational Marine Engineering (Steam)
Short Course Units
To provide the student with the skills and knowledge required to take command, organise and train fire parties and control fire fighting operations. The student will have acquired knowledge of fire prevention and an ability to inspect and service fire…
Credit Points: 3.85
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
To provide the student with the skills and knowledge required to take charge of a survival craft or rescue boat in emergency situations.…
Credit Points: 4.8
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
View all details for JVD212 Proficiency in Survival Craft other than Fast Rescue Boats
The design of this unit is based on the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Model Course 1.38 (Marine Environmental Awareness). The unit informs the participants of the complexity, diversity and functional significance of marine life and how this environment can be…
Credit Points: 2.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | Semester 1 | ||||
Launceston | Semester 2 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 |
View all details for JVD224 Maritime Environmental Awareness
This unit provides students with the knowledge, skills and understanding of leadership and teamwork appropriate to the operational level on board a ship [as specified in STCW table-II/1, Function: Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on…
Credit Points: 3.75
This unit is currently unavailable.
View all details for JVD225 Teamworking and Leadership Skills
To provide the student with the skills and knowledge required to react appropriately in an emergency situation, where a casualty has been injured at sea, or is acutely ill, and to use those items of first aid equipment found in…
Credit Points: 3.85
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
Optional Short Courses (Not required for the award but may be competed by non-award enrolment)
This unit provides students with theoretical and practical electronics knowledge applied to various ship-board systems. It addresses the analogue, digital and power electronics involved with engine room and bridge equipment such as radar, echo sounder, gyro compass, communication, computer networking…
Credit Points: 6.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
View all details for JNE125 Shipboard Operational Experience (ETO)
This unit provides students with theoretical and practical electronics knowledge applied to various ship-board systems. It addresses the analogue, digital and power electronics involved with engine room and bridge equipment such as radar, echo sounder, gyro compass, communication, computer networking…
Credit Points: 4
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
This unit provides training at an advanced level to ships officers on chemical tankers who have immediate responsibility for the loading, discharging and care in transit or handling of cargo.This unit meets the learning outcomes of A-V/1-1 paragraph 3 and…
Credit Points: 6.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
View all details for JVD214 Advanced Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations
This unit has been designed to provide the learner with the required advanced knowledge and skills to contribute for the safe operation of a Liquefied Gas tanker by understanding the hazards and taking precautions to prevent them.This unit meets the…
Credit Points: 6.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
View all details for JVD215 Advanced Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations
This unit provides training at an advanced level to ships officers on board oil tankers who have immediate responsibility for the loading, discharging and care in transit or handling of cargo.This unit meets the learning outcomes of A-V/1-1 paragraph 2…
Credit Points: 6.25
This unit is currently unavailable.
View all details for JVD216 Advanced Petroleum Tanker Cargo Operations
Learn underpinning theoretical knowledge of GMDSS and achieve its practical competency requirement as set out by IMO and AMSA syllabi and model courses.…
Credit Points: 12.5
Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 1 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Main Block 3 | ||||
Launceston | AMC MT Post Block 4 |
Entry requirements
For Domestic students
Applicants who have recently completed secondary education (in the past two years)
This course uses ATAR and equivalent ranks as part of the admission process. We anticipate that the lowest ATAR that will receive an offer for this course in 2022 will be 60.
Applicants with previous higher education study
* Completed UTAS University Preparation Program or an equivalent enabling program offered by another Australian university; OR
* Completed course at Diploma level at any Australian higher education provider (or equivalent overseas qualification); OR
* Partially completed a course at Associate Degree level at any Australian higher education provider (or have partially completed an equivalent overseas qualification). Applicants must have completed the equivalent of at least two units of study (equivalent to 25 UTAS credit points). If an applicant has failed any units, the application may be subject to further review before an offer is made.
Applicants with previous VET / TAFE study
* Completed Certificate IV
Applications on the basis of work or life experience
This course does not accept applications based on work or life experience.
Prerequisites
The following Tasmanian senior secondary subjects (or equivalent) are required:
- General Mathematics (MTG315115); and
- Physical Sciences (PSC315109) or equivalent (equivalency includes CHM415115 Chemistry OR PHY415115 Physics)
For International students
All international students will need to meet the minimum English Language Requirements, University General Entry Requirements and any course specific requirements such as pre-requisite subjects, if applicable.
English Language Requirements
This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of 5.5, with no individual band less than 5.0, or a PTE Academic score of 43, with no score lower than 36 or equivalent.
For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship or prior studies in English in an approved country, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.
General Entry Requirements
Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a 12th year of education in Australia.
We anticipate the lowest ATAR that will receive an offer for this course in 2022 will be 65.
Please review the equivalent undergraduate entry requirements to see the minimum requirement relevant to your country.
You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies:
- Completion of an equivalent AQF Certificate IV or above
- Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Bachelor level or higher
If you do not meet the minimum requirements, we offer the Foundation Studies Program.
Course Specific Requirements
The following course specific requirements must be met to be eligible to study this degree.
To be an eligible for an offer, you must have studies or experience equivalent to a satisfactory achievement in the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subjects:
- Mathematics General (MTG315115) or equivalent, and
- Physical Sciences (PSC315109) or equivalent (equivalency includes CHM415115 Chemistry OR PHY415115 Physics)
If you have not met a required pre-requisite, you will need to complete a University of Tasmania Foundation Studies Program before you start your course.
A range of admission pathways are available to students with relevant prior studies in nautical science. These are outlined in the “Alternative entry pathways” section on this page.
Credit transfer
Passes in subjects or units in other courses (completed or otherwise) in this university or another approved tertiary institution (or other approved professional learning body) may be credited towards the degree provided that the College may specify what more a candidate so credited shall be required to do to qualify for the degree. The maximum credit granted will be in accordance with the limits as stated in the Studemt Participation and Attainment Ordinance.
Articulation
Students who have completed AdvDipAppSci(MarEng) can articulate to the BAppSci(MarEng) program offered by AMC with full credit.
Detailed Admissions Information
Detailed admissions information and advice for all undergraduate courses, including comprehensive, course-level student profiles, is available from UTAS Admissions.
Fees & scholarships
Domestic students
This is a full-fee course, which means you’ll need to pay the full amount for your studies. Commonwealth Supported Places are not available in this course. However, there are still support options available for eligible students to help you manage the cost of studying this course.
You may be able to fund all or part of your tuition fees by accessing a FEE-HELP loan from the Australian Government. FEE-HELP is a loan scheme that assists domestic full-fee students to pay for University, which is repaid through the Australian Tax System once you earn above a repayment threshold. This means you’ll only have to start repaying the loan once you start earning above a specific amount
Our scholarships and prizes program also offers more than 400 scholarships across all areas of study. You can even apply for multiple scholarships in one easy application.
Further informationDetailed fee information for domestic students is available at Scholarships, fees and costs, including additional information in relation to the compulsory Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
International students
For information regarding Fees for this course, please see International fees and charges.
International students
The Seafaring courses offered by the Australian Maritime College (AMC) have unique requirements. An indicative total course cost is provided within an Enrolment and Fee Schedule for each entry pathway below. Each Schedule is intended as a guide only for prospective students based on current conditions and available data. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted. Students who are offered a place to study at the University of Tasmania will have their fees indicated within their Letter of Offer.
2023 Enrolment and Fee Schedules by Pathway and Intake
Note: AMC MT Main Block 1 = February Intake | AMC MT Main Block 3 = June Intake
- Pre Sea
AMC MT Main Block 1 (PDF 293KB) | AMC MT Main Block 3 - Watchkeeper with practicals
AMC MT Main Block 1 (PDF 293KB) | AMC MT Main Block 3 (PDF 352KB) - Watchkeeper with no practicals
AMC MT Main Block 1 (PDF 293KB) | AMC MT Main Block 3 (PDF 351KB)
International students are charged the Student Services and Amenities Fee but this fee is incorporated in the annual rate. International students do not have to make any additional SSAF payments.
Scholarships
For information on general scholarships available at the University of Tasmania, please visit the scholarships website.
Additional costs
Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Fees (not included in tuition fees)
Sea time Assessment / Oral Examination / Optional Short Courses / Sea Safety Certificate.
Find out more at the AMSA website.
How can we help?
Do you have any questions about choosing a course or applying? Get in touch.
- Domestic
- 13 8827 (13 UTAS)
- International
- +61 3 6226 6200
- Course.Info@utas.edu.au
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