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MARSS00011

Marine Radio Operator's VHF Skill Set

Accredited Skill Set

Enhance your skills as a Coxswain Grade 1 or Ship Master with this specialised skill set. This short course will equip you with skills to use marine VHF radio and telephone equipment to transmit information.

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STUDY LOCATIONS North Queensland
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 27 Feb 2025 Duration: 2 days View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$365

Course overview

Enhance your skills as a Coxswain Grade 1 with this specialised skill set. Upgrade your existing skills and gain the required competency to operate marine VHF radio and telephone equipment to communicate and transmit information to other vessels and to shore.

This course will equip you with the specialised knowledge and skills required to apply for a Short Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency (SROCP) issued by the Office of Maritime Communications (OMC).

Course outcome:

Statement of Attainment

World class facilities

While studying at TAFE Queensland you will have access to an extensive range of world class maritime training resources including a full mission bridge simulator, an emergency response training simulator, chart room, and radio room.

Great Barrier Reef International Marine College

Great Barrier Reef International Marine College (GBRIMC) offers an extensive range of short courses that lead to internationally recognised certificates issued by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).
Our training complies with the requirements of the International Maritime Organisation Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (IMO STCW).

What you will study

The successful achievement of this skill set requires you to complete the unit listed below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • MARC044
    Transmit and receive information by marine VHF radio
    UNIT CODE :
    MARC044
    Unit description :
    This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to: - transmit and receive information by marine very high frequency ( VHF) radio according to regulations - carry out user-maintenance and fault- finding procedures on radio equipment and power supplies - operate emergency position indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs), search and rescue radar transponders (SARTs), automatic identification system search and rescue transmitters (AIS-SARTs), AIS man overboard (AIS-MOB) device, and digital selective calling MOB (DSC-MOB) device.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Transmit and receive information by marine VHF radio
Ways to study
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

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CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns
On Campus
27 Feb 2025
2 days
Full time 8:30am-4:30pm
Thursday, Friday
  • Full fee: $365

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

27 Feb 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

2 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time 8:30am-4:30pm
Thursday, Friday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $365

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
07 Apr 2025
2 days
Full time 8:30am-4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday
  • Full fee: $365

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

07 Apr 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

2 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time 8:30am-4:30pm
Monday, Tuesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $365

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
On Campus
27 May 2025
2 days
Full time 8:30am-4:30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Full fee: $365

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Great Barrier Reef International Marine College

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

27 May 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

2 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time 8:30am-4:30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $365

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
On Campus
12 Aug 2025
2 days
Full time 8:30am-4:30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Full fee: $365

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Great Barrier Reef International Marine College

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

12 Aug 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

2 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time 8:30am-4:30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $365

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Great Barrier Reef International Marine College
On Campus
04 Nov 2025
2 days
Full time 8:30am-4:30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday
  • Full fee: $365

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Great Barrier Reef International Marine College

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

04 Nov 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

2 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time 8:30am-4:30pm
Tuesday, Wednesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $365

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Marine Radio Operator's VHF Skill Set (MARSS00011)

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Marine Radio Operator's VHF Skill Set

COURSE CODE: MARSS00011
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

Students must be 16 years of age, have a minimum of year 10 with a sound achievement in English and Mathematics or the equivalent, or gain mature age entry.

Resources required

You will require a notebook and pen for theory components.
Attire is to be of current industry standard with enclosed footwear to be worn at all times.

Important information

Upon receiving your statement of attainment you can apply to the OMC for a Short Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency (SROCP). One current passport size photo will be required for the OMC application and there is a fee payable to the OMC.

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.