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Qualification Details
Qualification DETAILS
Long Range Operators Certificate of Proficiency
LROCP
The LROCP qualification allows the operator to operate both the VHF marine radiotelephony equipment and the MF/HF marine telephony equipment.
The examination consists of a 50 multi-choice question paper (duration 1 hour with a 70% pass mark) and a practical component. The examination and practical component is completed in a LROCP Workshop conducted by Paradigm Training Group's accredited invigilator.
The examination consists of a 50 multi-choice question paper (duration 1 hour with a 70% pass mark) and a practical component. The examination and practical component is completed in a LROCP Workshop conducted by Paradigm Training Group's accredited invigilator.
Students will be required to:
- Demonstrate a practical knowledge of GMDSS sub-systems and equipment which is appropriate to vessels operating in Australian waters on which a radio installation is not compulsory under international agreements. Specifically, MF/HF and VHF radio telephony equipment with digital selective calling (DSC) facilities, and emergency position indicating radio beacons of the 406 MHz and 121.5/243 MHz type.
- Demonstrate an ability to use MF/HF and VHF radio telephony and digital selective calling (DSC) operating procedures, particularly those relating to distress, urgency and safety.
- Demonstrate an understanding of simple maintenance practices required to keep the marine radio equipment specified in (1) in good working order, including the repair of minor faults.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the regulations applicable to ship stations equipped with radio telephony and digital selective calling facilities.
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the Australian marine search and rescue system.
- Demonstrate a practical knowledge of marine radio operations and equipment.
Our Location
Paradigm Training Group is now conveniently based at Australia’s premier marine facility, The Boat Works, located in Coomera, QLD. Our office and training room are situated in the South Yard at A-05, directly opposite The Boat Works administration office and slipway, on the waterside of Hangar H.