Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MARC038 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency MARC038 - Operate main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to safely operate the main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems on a vessel <12 m in length. This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry in the capacity of:coxswain on vessels <12 m in length, with propulsion power that is unlimited for an outboard engine or <500 kW for an inboard engine, operating in inshore or designated waters orcoxswain on tenders or auxiliary vessels <12 m in length operating within 3 nautical miles (nm) of a parent vessel within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ).Licensing/Regulatory InformationLegislative and regulatory requirements are applicable to this unit. This unit is one of the requirements to obtain Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certification as a Coxswain Grade 1 NC as defined in the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D. The AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA) is a requirement for AMSA certification. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) mandated practical assessment (AMPA) will cover a range, but not all, of the requirements identified in the Performance Evidence and Knowledge Evidence. The AMPA shall be undertaken in accordance with its instructions.Assessors of AMPA must hold as a minimum:a current certificate of competency issued under the Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012 at the same level as the qualification being assessed with at least 12 months relevant sea service, ora relevant seafarer certificate as master, engineer or deck officer, issued under the Navigation Act 2012.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field C – Equipment Operations
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Prepare propulsion unit and auxiliary system for use
  • Appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment is selected, used, maintained and stored according to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements
       
Element: Routine pre-operational checks are carried out on equipment according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements
       
Element: Deviations from the norm are promptly identified and rectified
       
Element: Adjustments are made to achieve a safe and efficient operation
       
Element: Inability to start up equipment is reported promptly and accurately to appropriate personnel
       
Element: Operate propulsion unit and auxiliary system
  • Equipment is operated in a safe and controlled manner
       
Element: Performance and efficiency of equipment is monitored according to manufacturer instructions
       
Element: Equipment is maintained within defined operating limits when running, to achieve optimum safety and efficiency
       
Element: Environmental implications associated with operating equipment are identified and controlled
       
Element: Deviations from normal operations are promptly identified
       
Element: Action is taken to rectify irregularities to maintain optimum safety and efficiency
       
Element: Check and complete propulsion unit and auxiliary system operation
  • Equipment shutdown procedures are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
       
Element: Equipment operational records are maintained according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Equipment damage, malfunctions or irregular performance are recorded and reported according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Equipment is cleaned according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
       

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment is selected, used, maintained and stored according to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements 
 
 
 
 
Equipment is operated in a safe and controlled manner 
 
 
 
 
 
Equipment shutdown procedures are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MARC038 - Operate main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems
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MARC038 - Operate main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems

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