LONG RANGE OPERATOR CERTIFICATE RADIO COURSE (LROCP)

Did you know that it is an offence to use a Marine Radio without a Licence to Operate it? There are severe penalties for the misuse of Marine Radio, including operation without a licence, portable hand-held units. The Long Range Operators Certificate of Proficiency (LROCP) is the preferred licence and is for operating both VHF radios (short range radios) and Medium Frequency/High Frequency (MF/HF) Radios (which are designed for long range transmission). Successful completion of the exam qualifies you to receive the LROCP certificate. Course fee includes the practical and theory examination.

The purpose of this course is to help you pass the exam, gain your licence and be competent and legal in the operation of your radio. VHF Radio is a vital safety aid for vessels and a knowledge of the correct procedures for operating a Marine Radio in an emergency could save your life.

Price:

$250

Derwent Sailing Squadron members please login to your mySailor HERE before registering then enter the discount code DSSMEMBER to receive a 10% discount.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

No prior knowledge is required.

SYLLABUS

The course will cover all aspects of the operation of Marine VHF Radios and at the conclusion you will be able 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• an understanding of the regulations applicable to ship stations equipped with radio telephony and digital selective calling facilities.
• a basic knowledge of the Australian marine search and rescue system.
• a practical knowledge of marine radio operations and equipment.

COURSE DURATION

Course is 8 hours and consists of 2 x 3 hr weeknight sessions from 5.30pm to 8:30pm and 2 hr exam on the 3rd from 5.30pm - 7.30pm

WHAT TO BRING

Your Instructor will provide all learning support material & resources. You will need to bring with you a colour passport photograph to the exam, note book and black pen. You will also need to show photo ID. If you have your own Handheld VHF Radio please bring that along to the course.