The VHF Marine Radio operators course is run over one evening, 18:00-22:00 at the Royal Yacht Club of Victoria. Topics covered include:  Use of VHF radio telephony, Understanding and use of DSC facilities, Maintenance of marine radio equipment, Understanding of regulations applicable to the use of ship marine radios, Knowledge of Australian Marine Search and Rescue system The cost of this course includes a hard copy of the Marine VHF Radio Operators Handbook and the examination fee to undertake ACMA testing to obtain your Short Range Operators Certificate of Proficiency (previously the Marine Radio VHF Operators Certificate of Proficiency.) $230 for Members $260 for non Members