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

MARC039 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate marine internal combustion engines, and propulsion and auxiliary systems

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency MARC039 - Operate marine internal combustion engines, and propulsion and auxiliary systems
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to safely operate marine internal combustion engines, and propulsion and auxiliary systems on a vessel.This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry in the capacity of:chief engineer on vessels with an inboard engine with propulsion power <1500 kW within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) or second engineer on vessels with an inboard engine with propulsion power <3000 kW within the EEZ or chief or second engineer on a vessel with an outboard engine with unlimited propulsion power within the EEZ or assistant under direct supervision of a chief engineer; andworker in the engine room on vessels <80 metres long with propulsion power <3000 kW.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 Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 NC, Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 NC and a Marine Engine Driver 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 as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 NC and Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 NC. 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 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 engineer issued under the Navigation Act 2012.Note: Relevant state/territory training and qualification requirements need to be fulfilled by any persons carrying out installation, maintenance and/or repair of refrigeration equipment especially with regard to preventing the escape of refrigerants into the atmosphere.
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: Complete operations
  • Equipment shutdown procedures are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
  • Engine, propulsion and auxiliary system operational records are maintained according to workplace procedures
  • Equipment damage, malfunctions or irregular performance is recorded and reported according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Prepare engine, and propulsion and auxiliary systems for use
  • Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) 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: Engine is started according to manufacturer specifications and organisational 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 equipment is reported, and logged promptly and accurately to appropriate personnel
       
Element: Operate engine, and propulsion and auxiliary systems
  • Engine, and propulsion and auxiliary systems are operated in a safe and controlled manner
       
Element: Performance and efficiency of engine, and propulsion and auxiliary systems are monitored according manufacturer instructions
       
Element: Engine, and propulsion and auxiliary systems are operated within defined operating limits when running, to achieve optimum safety and efficiency
       
Element: Environmental implications associated with operation of engine, and propulsion and auxiliary systems are identified and controlled
       
Element: Deviations from normal operations are promptly identified
       
Element: Action is taken to identify and rectify basic operational faults to maintain optimum safety and efficiency
       
Element: Appropriate action is taken in the event of a malfunction or emergency
  • Equipment shutdown procedures are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
       
Element: Engine, propulsion and auxiliary system operational records are maintained according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Equipment damage, malfunctions or irregular performance is recorded and reported according to workplace procedures
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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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
Equipment shutdown procedures are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
Engine, propulsion and auxiliary system operational records are maintained according to workplace procedures 
Equipment damage, malfunctions or irregular performance is recorded and reported according to workplace procedures 
Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected, used, maintained and stored according to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements 
 
 
 
 
 
Engine, and propulsion and auxiliary systems are operated in a safe and controlled manner 
 
 
 
 
 
Equipment shutdown procedures are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures 
 
 

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