Diploma of Marine Engineering (Engineer Watchkeeper)
Diploma of Marine Engineering (Engineer Watchkeeper)
The Diploma of Marine Engineering (Engineer Watchkeeper) equips you with the skills to join the international maritime industry. You will strengthen your technical skills to work on large ocean going ships as well as develop your leadership and communication capabilities to work with and manage your crew. A highly practical…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Diploma of Marine Engineering (Engineer Watchkeeper) equips you with the skills to join the international maritime industry. You will strengthen your technical skills to work on large ocean going ships as well as develop your leadership and communication capabilities to work with and manage your crew.
A highly practical course, you will gain basic knowledge of low pressure steam boilers, control systems and ship’s automation, naval architecture, marine electrical systems, marine mechanics, and thermodynamics principles. You will also be equipped with a broad range of skills to identify and fix complex machinery issues, operate and maintain equipment in large ships in the industry.
Choose a diesel engine or steam engine pathway and learn how to maintain internal combustion engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems, and undertake basic maintenance of electrical systems and/or steam machineries.
Through theory and practical course work, you will learn to:
Maintain a safe engineering watch
Adjust marine automations
Check shipboard plant and equipment, maintenance, fabrication and repairs
Operate alternators, low pressure steam boiler, generator and control systems to supply shipboard electrical power, pumping systems, main and auxiliary machinery and associated control systems
Using a state-of-the-art Kongsberg simulator for real time fault finding
Strengthen your real-world skills in operating and maintaining large ocean going ships and build your specialisation in international waters:
Identify and fix advanced engine problems on a diesel inboard engine
Survival skills – life jacket techniques, jumping from heights, helping others in distress, abandon a vessel, onboard firefighting.
Handle a survival craft through rough sea conditions
Trace electrical diagram to find faults
Stand out in a global job market by developing a range of soft skills that equip you with the confidence to lead teams on the open waters:
Love of the open water
Resilience to meet the challenges of life at sea
Strong communication and leadership skills
An investigative approach to problem solving
The international maritime industry is expected to grow 3.4% each year by 2024. This growth is primarily driven by increased maritime trade in containerised, dry bulk and gas cargoes.
US career resource and recruitment website, Zippia has identified the most important skills for marine engineers in 2020. These are:
Maintain and troubleshoot engine room equipment
Maintain diesel engines
Coordinate deck crew
Coordinate safety procedures
Implement relevant ISO quality standards
As technological capability advances, the maritime industry is also seeing a rise in the use of data analytics for driving operations. The increased use of sensors, network devices, and digital communication channels allows ships to use data in real-time.
STUDY PATHWAYS
Master your skills with the Advanced Diploma of Marine Engineering (Class 1) – (Motor).
REQUIREMENTS
Year 12 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
IELTS 6.0 with no score lower than 5.5 across all bands TOEFL (iBT) 60 or equivalent
Or IELTS 5.5 with 10 weeks of TAFE NSW General English Program
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
With a reputation for providing high quality teaching and education, Technical and Further Education New South Wales (TAFE NSW) has over 40 locations across the state for international students to choose from. TAFE NSW is the biggest training and vocational education provider in Australia with over 3,800 international students studying at the institution each year. Located in picturesque New South Wales, with the world-renowned city of Sydney at its heart, students can study in a cosmopolitan and dynamic region.TAFE NSW offers students the opportunity to select from over 140 courses offered at various levels including certificate, diploma and degree. Further, students can pursue English language courses and pathway programmes that prepare them for enrolling in degree courses at Australian universities.Students at TAFE NSW benefit from highly qualified faculty and small class sizes that enable personalised attention. One-to-one training from academics is common place and contributes to the unique learning environment. TAFE NSW ensures that students are exposed to best practice and industry knowledge embedded in programmes, preparing them for the world of work after graduation.International students are well looked after with excellent support services and structures. This includes personal counselling, academic and career development, study skills programme and English language support. A comprehensive student orientation programme is also provided and students are encouraged to join the Student Association in order to have access to events and activities on campus. The International Students Office, with dedicated international student coordinators, looks after the welfare of international students, with everything from answering queries to helping students settle in to life on campus.RTO 90003HEPS PRV12049
