Certificate II in Marine Mechanical Technology

This qualification covers the skills and knowledge required to perform a limited range of mechanical service tasks within the marine industry. It is suitable for entry into the marine mechanical service and repair sector.

Job roles and employment outcomes

The employment outcomes of Certificate II in Marine Mechanical Technology would see an individual working in the marine mechanical service and repair industry.

The marine service technician would be typically involved in tasks involving defined and known routines, methods and procedures and providing solutions to a limited range of predictable problems. Some complex and non-routine activities involving autonomy and judgement in structured and stable contexts may be expected.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian Apprenticeship pathway.


Subjects

To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 18units of competency, consisting of:

12 core units listed below

plus

6 elective units, of which:

up to 6 elective units may be chosen from the elective units listed below

up to 3 elective units may be chosen from a Certificate II qualification or above in this Training Package, another endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units chosen contribute to the vocational outcome of this qualification and do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.

Core units

Unit code

Unit title

Common - Foundation Skills

AURAFA2001

Use numbers in an automotive workplace

AURAFA2002

Read in an automotive workplace

AURAFA2005

Write routine texts in an automotive workplace

Common - Health and Safety

AURASA2002

Apply safe working practices in an automotive workplace

Marine - Environment

AURREA2001

Apply environmental and sustainability best practice in a marine workplace

Marine - Technical - Engines

AURRTE2002

Service outboard engines and components

AURRTE2003

Service inboard engines and components

Marine - Technical - Driveline and Final Drives

AURRTQ2001

Service inboard propeller drive systems

AURRTQ2002

Service jet drive propulsion systems

Marine - Technical - Transmissions

AURRTX2001

Service marine outboard and stern drive transmissions

AURRTX2002

Service marine inboard transmissions

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Tools and Equipment

AURTTK2002

Use and maintain workplace tools and equipment

Elective units

Unit code

Unit title

Common - Foundation Skills

AURAFA2003

Communicate effectively in an automotive workplace

AURAFA2004

Solve routine problems in an automotive workplace

Common - Management, Leadership and Supervision

AURAMA2001

Work effectively with others

AURAMA2002

Communicate business information

Common - Quality

AURAQA2001

Contribute to quality work outcomes

Electrical - Technical - Tools and Equipment

AURETK1001

Identify, select and use low voltage electrical test equipment

AURETK2002

Use and maintain automotive electrical test equipment

Electrical - Technical - Electrical and Electronic

AURETR1003

Apply automotive electrical system fundamentals

AURETR2006

Carry out soldering of electrical wiring and circuits

AURETR2009

Install, test and repair vehicle lighting and wiring systems

AURETR2011

Install and test basic ancillary electrical components

AURETR2012

Test and repair basic electrical circuits

AURETR2015

Inspect and service batteries

AURETR3025

Test, charge and replace batteries

Mechanical - Light Vehicle - Technical

AURLTA1001

Apply automotive mechanical system fundamentals

Marine

AURRGA3003

Moor a motor-driven vessel

Marine - Technical

AURRTA2001

Service deck, hull and cabin equipment

AURRTA3005

Repair deck, hull and cabin equipment

AURRTA3006

Water test a vessel

Marine - Technical - Engines

AURRTE1001

Prepare outboard engines for wet-run testing

AURRTE3006

Diagnose and repair outboard engines and components

AURRTE3007

Diagnose and repair inboard engines and components

AURRTE3010

Water test engines in tanks

Marine - Technical - Electrical and Electronic

AURRTR1001

Inspect, service and maintain marine battery storage systems

AURRTR3004

Install marine electrical systems and components

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical

AURTTA2005

Select and use bearings, seals, gaskets, sealants and adhesives

AURTTA2010

Service and repair trailers up to 4.5 tonnes

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Brakes

AURTTB2001

Inspect and service braking systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Engines

AURTTE2004

Inspect and service engines

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Fuel Systems

AURTTF2002

Service diesel fuel injection systems

AURTTF3005

Inspect and repair engine forced induction systems

Mechanical Miscellaneous - Technical - Tools and Equipment

AURTTK2001

Use and maintain measuring equipment in an automotive workplace

Vehicle Body - Technical - Welding, Grinding, Machining and Soldering

AURVTW2001

Carry out manual metal arc welding procedures

AURVTW2003

Carry out gas metal arc welding procedures

AURVTW2008

Carry out oxy acetylene welding, thermal cutting and thermal heating procedures

Imported Units

add topic BSBFLM312C

Contribute to team effectiveness

add topic BSBWOR202A

Organise and complete daily work activities

add topic TLID1001A

Shift materials safely using manual handling methods


Pathways...

    Pathways into the qualification

    Credit will be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed AUR10112 Certificate I in Automotive Vocational Preparation or other relevant qualifications.

    Pathways from the qualification

    Further training pathways from this qualification include AUR30512 Certificate III in Marine Mechanical Technology or other relevant qualifications.


Entry Requirements

This qualification may be accessed by direct entry.


Licensing Information

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements, depending on the work context. Local regulations should be checked for details.


Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills as identified by the Marine service and repair industry for this qualification. The Employability Skills facets described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on qualification packaging options.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

understanding and carrying out verbal instructions from supervisors and others

reading and understanding workplace documents

completing written workplace documentation, forms, logs and diaries

sharing work-related information with other team members

communicating with people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

seeking and acting upon feedback

Teamwork

contributing positively to the work team environment

working effectively with others in a socially diverse environment

respecting and understanding the views of others

giving and receiving feedback

Problem solving

recognising a problem or a potential problem within a marine component or system or with equipment

seeking information and assistance to solve problems outside own area of responsibility

solving problems within own area of responsibility

Initiative and enterprise

making adjustments to improve own performance

suggesting ideas for workplace improvement to supervisors and team members

positively adapting to changes in workplace procedures or arrangements

taking positive action to report hazards or risk situations to supervisors

Planning and organising

understanding how own job role fits into the wider workplace context

planning daily work tasks to work safely and manage risks according to workplace procedures

Self-management

following workplace safety requirements and other policy and procedures

managing own time

completing known delegated tasks on time

completing non-routine tasks as requested

selecting appropriate equipment and materials

asking for advice and assistance

Learning

identifying personal strength and weaknesses

positively accepting opportunities to learn

acting upon feedback to improve work performance

asking questions to gain information

Technology

appropriately setting up technological equipment

using workplace diagnosis technology

recognising and reporting faulty equipment