TDM20207 Certificate II in Transport & Distribution (Marine Engine Driving Grade 3)
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the maritime industry for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.
Employability Skill | Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication | Use vessel's communication systems and procedures Listen to and interpret verbal information related to the operation, maintenance and management of the hull, propulsion and auxiliary plant and systems on a coastal vessel of less than 500kW propulsion power Read and interpret maritime regulations, engineering drawings, gauges and instrument readings, vessel's safety management system, vessel and equipment manufacturer's instructions, etc. Speak clearly and directly on a range of matters related to operation and maintenance the vessel's propulsion plant and auxiliary equipment Complete simple reports or forms on vessel and engine room operations including maintenance, safety incident reports, entries in vessel's engine room records, etc. Recognise and interpret non-verbal signs, signals and behaviour Interpret and record observations and equipment readings and displays Use engine room communication equipment |
Teamwork | Collaborate with other personnel on the vessel Contribute to the resolution of any interpersonal conflicts that may arise on board the vessel Assist other crew members to achieve and maintain competency where applicable Contribute to the avoidance and prevention of harassment of others on the vessel Collaborate with others in the course of vessel operations |
Problem solving | Identify and solve or report problems arising in the course of vessel operations Monitor and anticipate problems that may occur in the course of engine room operations including hazards and risks and take appropriate action (e.g. strategies for the avoidance of engine room fire and explosion, avoidance of hazards in the engine room space, etc.) Manage hazards and risks in the workplace situations Use simple diagnostic and analysis techniques required when conducting a maintenance program for propulsion, electrical and auxiliary systems on a coastal vessel of less than 500kW propulsion power in conjunction with the master and other crew members Use mathematics to solve problems such as calculations related to engine and equipment performance and maintenance, safe working limits of equipment and calculations related to electrical system operations, fault finding and maintenance |
Initiative and enterprise | Modify activities dependent on differing work situations and contingencies such as changes in the weather and sea conditions, plant and equipment breakdown and emergency situations including fire, flooding or failure of steering or propulsion systems Take appropriate initiatives in situations such as those above Respond to any changes in vessel's equipment, standard operating procedures and the vessel's working environment |
Planning and organising | Implement Engine Room Resource Management Strategy Monitor and evaluate operational performance and compliance Collect, manage and interpret information needed to carry out engine room operations Organise and plan own work activities as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 Manage time and priorities in the course of management activities on the vessel |
Self-management | Interpret and apply regulations, survey requirements, standard procedures and codes of practice as they apply to the engine room operations on a vessel, including OH&S, environmental protection, security and SOLAS requirements Establish and follow own work plans and schedules Evaluate and monitor own work and performance as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 |
Learning | Participate in learning and assessment activities for engine room personnel on a vessel, including emergency drills, safety and security awareness training, and continuing professional development of crew members Contribute to the assessment of the competency of other crew members Assist in creating a learning environment on board the vessel Adapt own competency to any changes in the vessel type, its equipment and its operating environment Update own knowledge and skills required for engine room management activities |
Technology | Operate basic equipment and systems including vessel's propulsion and auxiliary systems, and other engine room equipment and systems, etc. Implement operational and maintenance systems for the vessel's hull, propulsion and auxiliary systems, safety equipment and various engine room facilities Follow safety management and OH&S procedures for use and maintenance of engine room plant, equipment and facilities Carry out basic preventative and remedial maintenance of vessel's hull, structures and engine room plant, equipment and tools |
