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This unit requires engagement with the lecturers in a distance learning environment. You must be willing to explore and engage with the internet.
Introduction
This unit develops the student's knowledge of the role and responsibilities of Marine Surveyors and the skills that are necessary for carrying out marine survey work and the preparation of subsequent survey reports. It also considers a number of different survey categories and the respective roles of a number of national and international authorities such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and its conventions, the maritime classification societies, the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) and Port State Control authorities.
Summary
| Unit name | Marine Surveying and Inspection |
| Unit code | JND613 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering Australian Maritime College |
| Discipline | Seafaring and Maritime Operations |
| Coordinator | Doctor Mohan Anantharaman |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse the different roles and responsibilities of a marine surveyor in shipping.
- Explain various international standards, guidelines and international conventions relating to, national and international marine surveying practices .
- Evaluate the contemporary issues encountered by the maritime industry.
- Design and create documentation following a marine survey and inspection..
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| not applicable |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
JND513Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | This is a distance unit. The entire contents will be availble to the student of day 1 of the semester. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Engagement Quiz|Assignment 1 : Role of a Marine Surveyor (25%)|Assignment 2: Addressing a contemporary issue facing the maritime world. (35%)|Assignment 3: Activities involved in accident investigation of a vessel. (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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| Recommended | The reading list for JND513 is now complete. You can access it here: https://rl.talis.com/3/utas/lists/40A9E970-61EE-63EC-10A9-F58DBB2B3B75.html?lang=en&login=1 |
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