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AMC Search is the maritime training and consulting division of the Australian Maritime College. Whatever your needs, we work with you to design and deliver solutions that meet them.
More about AMC SearchMaritime Training
We deliver face-to-face training from our base in Tasmania, our study centre in Sydney or on location in Australia and around the world. With the largest range of maritime short courses in the Southern Hemisphere, many of our courses are offered online and are completed by students at their own pace.
Over 50% of our training is bespoke, developed to meet the specific needs of our clients and delivered anywhere in the world.
For over 25 years we have provided Patrol Boat training for 12 Pacific nations under contract from Australian Defence. We train patrol boat staff in all aspects of operation, from cook to captain, as well as providing accommodation, food, travel and medical and pastoral care.
Find out more about AMC Search maritime trainingI live in Western Australia but have always travelled to AMC Search to revalidate my certificate due to the professionalism of the AMC Search team, the course material and the lecturers' relevant knowledge of all the subjects. The accommodation and the on campus eating venue are convenient and the simulator centre is excellent.
Consulting Capabilities
Using the world-class facilities and research expertise of the Australian Maritime College, AMC Search provides the maritime industry with consulting services that help it develop and innovate. Our successful track record includes feasibility studies, design developments and tank and field testing in areas such as ship design, port and wharf development, marine renewable energy trials and more.
Find out more about AMC Search consulting capabilitiesMaritime Simulations
Train or test design concepts using immersive, 4D simulation technology. Our suite of simulation facilities are among the most advanced in the Southern Hemisphere and include a Full Mission Bridge, Tug Cubicles, Ship Operation Cubicles and a debriefing room.
Find out more about maritime simulationsFeatured news
New Maritime Simulation Unit opens in Sydney
New Maritime Simulation Unit open in Sydney
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Joint autonomous systems exercise held in Australia's deepest lake
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Women lead the maritime training chargeFind out what we offer in your maritime sector
AMC Search has the world’s broadest range of maritime training courses, providing span every sector of the maritime industry, from seafaring to polar navigation and LNG. On top of this, we offer consulting services which help organisations innovate - be it proving port design concepts, developing cutting edge vessels or carrying out renewable energy field trials.
