Transmit and Receive information by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Skill Set

Accredited Skill Set

SSMAR0011

Get a qualification that could potentially save lives - the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) is a worldwide network used by search and rescue authorities ashore, as well as ships in the immediate vicinity of ships in distress.

Location - Cairns: Great Barrier Reef International Marine College, 55-61 Tingira Street, Portsmith

Dates: 29 January 2024 27 May 2024 29 July 2024 28 October 2024

Hours of Study: 2 weeks, Monday - Friday.
(8.30am – 4.30pm)

Full Fee: $3,165.00

For information on funding or to enrol, call 1300 308 233 (extension 5)

AMSA Approved

ASQA Training Package.

Please note that course dates and fee structures are subject to change.

Units

MARO011

Transmit and receive information by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)

Core

Course overview

This course covers the requirements of the STCW Reg IV/2. Individuals holding the Certificate are rapidly alerted to distress incidents, so they can assist in a co-ordinated search and rescue operation with the minimum of delay.

Participants in the GMDSS (GOC) will receive training in the use of digital selective calling techniques for communication using MF, HF and VHF radiotelephone, HF radio telex and satellite communication using INMARSAT-C ship earth stations.

Course outcome

Statement of Attainment.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

While there are no formal entry requirements, we will require you to possess the following:

keyboard skills to a minimum of 10 words per minute at 98% accuracy; and
be able to express yourself satisfactorily in the English language, both oral and written.

Resources required

You will need to supply the following items at your own cost:

A notebook and pen are required for theory components.

Appropriate clothing and closed footwear must be worn at all times.

Need to know

For further certification information, visit AMSA at https://www.amsa.gov.au/qualifications-training/international-qualifications/global-maritime-distress-and-safety-systems

Enquire Now

For additional information on courses, funding and enrolments call 1300 308 233 (extension 5).

For a full list of courses, view our latest course guide.

All prices are listed in Australian Dollars (AUD).

For information regarding our withdrawal and refund policy, please visit here.

When making flight bookings please ensure you book on a fully refundable basis.

GBRIMC reserves the right to cancel the course if insufficient enrolments have been received by seven days prior to commencement of course.

Any fees paid for cancelled courses will be refunded in full.

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Great Barrier Reef International Marine College is part of the TAFE Queensland network. TAFE Queensland RTO No. 0275, CRICOS No. 03020E. Visit tafeqld.edu.au for full RTO details.

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