AMC Search (Australian Maritime College)
4 days
Master high voltage systems management on modern ships and offshore installations. This 4-day intensive course equips maritime professionals with essential knowledge and practical skills for managing HV generation, distribution, propulsion machinery, and related systems in compliance with statutory requirements.
Participants must have responsibility for managing high voltage generation and distribution installations on modern ships or offshore installations. Entry prerequisite: Shipboard Operations Engine Training or equivalent certification. Evidence of prerequisite qualification must be provided upon enrolment. No specific age restrictions are mentioned, though this is an advanced professional course suited for experienced maritime personnel.
The course covers comprehensive high voltage systems management including: design, installation, and construction of HV systems; troubleshooting and maintenance procedures; commissioning and calibration of HV propulsion machinery and ancillary machinery; planning and operation of electrical maintenance functions during routine operations and maintenance cycles; managing and allocating procedures and resources to sustain vessel operation; planning and executing HV switching operations for repairs including propulsion systems; and liaisons and reporting to shipping, industry, and statutory stakeholders in compliance with operational and statutory requirements.
AMC Search, part of the Australian Maritime College, is a leading maritime training provider with extensive experience in specialized maritime education. The college offers world-class facilities including full mission bridge simulators, hydrodynamic testing facilities, and comprehensive maritime engineering services. Their courses are developed and delivered by industry experts with deep knowledge of modern maritime operations and statutory requirements, ensuring practical, relevant training that meets international maritime standards.
Upon completion, graduates are equipped to advance their careers in maritime engineering and operations roles. This qualification enhances prospects for positions such as Chief Engineer, Electrical Officer, Marine Engineer, or High Voltage Systems Manager on modern vessels and offshore installations. The specialized knowledge in HV systems management is increasingly valuable as maritime industry adopts more advanced electrical propulsion and power generation technologies.