Vessel Traffic Services (VTS) Operator (V-103/1)

Course also known as:VTS Basic, V-103/1

This course meets the requirements of IALA VTS Operator V-103/1. In order to meet the IALA specified learning outcomes, within the nominated course duration, the course has significant Recognition of Prior Learning.

VTS Operator training comprises eight modules (Language, Traffic Management, Equipment, Nautical Knowledge, Communication Coordination, VHF Radio, Personal Attributes and Emergency Situations). Each module deals with specific subjects that IALA has identified in V-103/1 as representing requirements or functions of a VTS Operator. The training focuses on competence, using simulated exercises and assessments which have been designed to be representative of events and incidents likely to be experienced in a VTS Centre.

Note: in order to meet the IALA specified learning outcomes, within the nominated course duration the course will have a significant Recognition of Prior Learning process.

Who should participate?

Current VTS Operators who meet the prerequisites below.

Entry Prerequisites

To be eligible for enrolment in VTS Operator Training candidates must provide evidence of meeting one option from each element.

Element 1 - Vessel Traffic Services Experience or Local Port Services Experience

  • Option 1: AMCS Local Port Services Technical Elements (Online Course); or
  • Option 2: Working at a VTS Centre for a continuous period of no less than 12 months, including experience in emergency exercises during the past 12 months.

Element 2 - Maritime Qualifications

Element 3 - English

  • Option 1: Letter from a VTS Authority attesting to English as their first language; or
  • Option 2: IELTS test results of level 5 or equivalent

International Candidates: Please provide evidence of maritime qualifications and work history for consideration.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this phase, candidates will be awarded with their V-103/1 certificate.

Full attendance and participation in ALL activities during the course will satisfy the required performance criteria.

Approval

Approved as meeting the requirements IALA VTS Operator V-103/1.

New Location!

AMCS are pleased to partner with Fremantle Maritime Simulation Centre to bring Vessel Traffic Services Training to Western Australia.


  • Duration: 10 days
  • Course Options: (GST exempt)
    May 04-15, 2020 | Sydney, NSW | $7,050
    November 09-20, 2020 | Fremantle, WA | $7,050
  • Course available on demand

    This course is available on demand, delivered at various locations. To express interest, please contact us.

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I attended AMC Search to complete Vessel Traffic Services Officer (VTSO) training and LOVED IT! The facilities are outstanding, the course delivery (content & pace) are brilliant and the teaching staff are world class.

Simone Ferrier

Payment methods accepted:

  • Register now and pay later (payment required 15 days before the course starts)
  • Credit Card (online or via (03) 6324-9850)
  • Bank Deposit
  • Company sponsorship.

Detailed payment options will be made available after the registration is submitted.

Face to face courses

Cancellations up to 15 working days prior to the scheduled date will be accepted without penalty. Cancellations less than 15 working days will be subject to 100% cancellation fee.

AMC Search reserves the right to cancel the course 15 working days prior to the scheduled date if insufficient registrations are received. Any fees paid for cancelled courses will be refunded in full.

When making flight bookings please ensure you book on a fully refundable basis.

Online courses

Payment of course fees, or authorisation to invoice from your company, is required before access to the online learning environment is provided. Please note, it will take between 2-4 business days to provide your access to the online course if you have not studied previously with AMC Search, the Australian Maritime College or the University of Tasmania.

We offer affordable on-campus accommodation that's ideal if you're taking part in a course at our campus in Launceston, Tasmania.

Norfolk Hall offers Motel Style accommodation for $95 per night (bed only). On-campus accommodation in Launceston can be reserved via the online enrolment form.

Norfolk Hall is situated on the main campus of the Australian Maritime College at Newnham, Launceston, which is where most of our courses take place.

Accommodation at Norfolk Hall provides the following facilities:

  • Queen size beds
  • En-suite facilities
  • Television
  • Fridge
  • Rooms serviced daily (excluding weekends)

Affordable meals are available at the on-site AMC Cafeteria.

You can reserve a room when you register for your course or via email AMCS.courses@utas.edu.au or telephone: +61 3 6324 9850.

  • Course notes and writing materials
  • Morning and afternoon tea
  • Complimentary WiFi access

Pre-course candidate assessments

Participants meeting the prerequisite criteria will be invited to complete a pre-commencement training needs assessment, which will be conducted at AMC.

The assessment will consist of a written answer paper (multiple-choice/short answer) to a series of questions related to the 8 elements of the AMC VTSO-BT programme:

  • Language
  • Traffic Management
  • Equipment
  • Communication Coordination
  • VHF Radio
  • Personal Attributes
  • Emergency Measures

Sydney, NSW

Location: AMC Sydney, inside the Australian National Maritime Museum, Darling Harbour, Sydney.

Address: 2 Murray Street, Darling Harbour, Sydney, NSW 2000.