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Transmit and Receive Information by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System skill set

Transmit and Receive Information by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System skill set

State ID GAC64
GMDSS COC skill set

This accredited GMDSS COC course meets national and international standards, complying with Marine Orders Part 6 (AMSA). Mandatory for bridge watchkeepers of vessels over 300 gross tonnes, it blends theory, practical exercises, and simulations.

Delivered by experienced, qualified lecturers, it earns you the GMDSS Radio Operators certificate (STCW Code Table A-IV/2) upon completion. AMSA-approved and annually audited for your maritime career advancement.

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Radio devices on ship.

Overview

Where Fremantle

When Semester 2, 2024 | Semester 1, 2025

How On Campus

This is a fully accredited course of study and instruction for the GMDSS General Operators Certificate (GMDSS COC), complying with National and International Standards. Our course meets the requirements of Marine Orders Part 6 (AMSA), is fully accredited by AMSA and audited annually.

The GMDSS COC is a statutory requirement for bridge watchkeepers of sea going vessels over 300 gross tonnes, and for all persons involved in the operation of live GMDSS equipment. This course is structured on a combination of theory and practical exercises using both ‘live to air’ equipment and simulations. It is delivered by fully qualified and accredited lecturers with deck officer or radio officer experience.

This course is approved by AMSA for the issuance of the following certificate upon successful completion of the course:

  • GMDSS Radio Operators - STCW Code Table A-IV/2

Important information

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Semester 1, 2025

Details

When Semester 1, 2025
Where Fremantle
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $2,820.00
(Tuition fee* $2,820.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
MARO011 Transmit and receive information by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) $2820.00 $0.00

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

When Semester 1, 2025
Where Fremantle
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $2,820.00
(Tuition fee* $2,820.00 + Resource fee $0.00 )

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Resource fee
MARO011 Transmit and receive information by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) $2820.00 $0.00

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

When Semester 1, 2025
Where Fremantle
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $56.25
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $56.25 )
Indicative Concession fee $56.25
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $56.25 )

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MARO011 Transmit and receive information by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) $0.00 $0.00 $56.25

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

When Semester 1, 2025
Where Fremantle
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $56.25
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $56.25 )
Indicative Concession fee $56.25
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $56.25 )

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MARO011 Transmit and receive information by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) $0.00 $0.00 $56.25

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Details

When Semester 1, 2025
Where Fremantle
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $56.25
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $56.25 )
Indicative Concession fee $56.25
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $56.25 )

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MARO011 Transmit and receive information by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) $0.00 $0.00 $56.25

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

Semester 2, 2024

Details

When Semester 2, 2024
Where Fremantle
How On Campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $56.25
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $56.25 )
Indicative Concession fee $56.25
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $56.25 )

Units and fees

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
MARO011 Transmit and receive information by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) $0.00 $0.00 $56.25

Indicative fees and charges 

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers. 

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