Long Range Operators Certificate of Proficiency (Marine Radio)

Who is the course for?

This course is for people who are required to hold a Long Range Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency (LROCP) issued by the Office of Maritime Communications (OMC) in order to operate marine VHF and MF-HF radios.

Course requirements

There are no formal prerequisites for this course, although it is recommended that pre course study is completed using the supplied materials

How will I be trained and assessed?

SMT’s training and assessment is very practical and is conducted in a classroom environment, activities will include:

• written assessments of underpinning knowledge
• verbal assessments of understanding of actions to be taken during routine and emergency circumstances
• practical simulated activities using required equipment
• participants are also required to complete a written examination provided by the OMC with a minimum pass mark of 70%

What will I learn?

This course covers topics including:

• features and operation of marine communications equipment including VHF and MF-HF radios, EPIRBs, DSC and SARTs
• procedures for making routine, distress, urgency and safety calls
• simple maintenance practices and understanding of regulations

How long is the course?

This is a 2 day course (9am – 5pm). All of the equipment, training and assessment materials that participants need will be provided by SMT. Participants must bring their own writing materials.

What sort of credential(s) do I get if I successfully complete the course?

If you successfully complete all of the written, verbal and practical assessments, including the OMC exam, you will receive a Long Range Operators Certificate of Proficiency issued by the Office of Maritime Communications (OMC) and a nationally-recognised Statement of Attainment for:

• MARC020 Transmit and receive information by marine radio

For eligible Tasmanian residents, this training is subsidised by the Department of State Growth, Tasmania.