Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Studies

Ofqual Code: 603/4893/8

The Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Studies has six Qualifications within it:

1. Diploma in Maritime Studies Able Seafarer (Engine Room)
2. Diploma in Maritime Studies Rivers, Inland Waterways and Limited Distances to Sea
3. Diploma in Maritime Sea Fishing
4. Diploma in Maritime Studies Workboats
5. Diploma in Maritime Studies Marine Vessel Maintenance (Electro-Technical)
6. Diploma in Maritime Marine Vessel Maintenance (Engineering)

Depending on which qualification is completed the following areas are covered:

• Maritime Employment, Environmental and Health and Safety Practice;
• Maritime Sector Overview;
• Survival in the Water During Maritime Emergencies;
• Maritime Security;
• Emergency First Aid in Response to Maritime Accidents or Medical Emergencies;
• Communicate Using Equipment and Visual Means;
• Securing a vessel for passage;
• Assisting with a vessel's navigational watch;
• Vessel ropework, anchoring and mooring operations;
• Operation of workboats;
• Monitor electrical and electronic equipment onboard the ship, including radio communications and electronic navigation aids;
• Ensure specific electrical/electronic equipment is maintained to the correct standards;
• Carry out checks and ensure the safe and efficient operation of electrical and electronic equipment, including high voltage (>1000V) equipment;
• problem solve e.g. diagnose electrical and electronic faults and take action to prevent the problem from happening again;
• operate and maintain machinery and support systems on a ship, including planning and preparation of engineering maintenance jobs;
• work safely in an engineering environment and comply with relevant regulations, guidelines and procedures;
• problem solve over a wide range of machinery and equipment;
• communicate clearly with staff at all levels;
• work effectively within a team;