Q - Who needs a marine radio license?
A - Any one who intends to operate a VHF or a MF/HF marine radio is required to be licensed. Operators of a 27Meg radio do not require a license.
Q - Why buy a VHF radio?
A - For recreational boaties, the VHF radio offers excellent reception range, with minimal interference from the boat's electrical system. Modern sets offer DSC (Digital) messaging which is both a safety bonus, and gives much longer range. Water Police and other government marine organisations do not monitor 27Meg frequencies, but do listen for the emergency VHF channel 16.
Q - Which course for me?
A - The MROCP course is required to operate MF/HF radios. These are normally fitted to off-shore cruising and commercial vessels. Recreational boaties usually only need VHF radios, so the MROVCP is sufficient.
Course Details:
- The course is run over one day, starting at 8.30am and ending with an exam starting around 4pm
- Both MROCP and MROVCP licenses are covered in the one course
- The MROCP exam is 50 multiple choice questions, requiring a minimum of 35 correct answers for a pass. Time allowed is 1 hour.
- The MROVCP exam (VHF Only) is 25 multiple choice questions, requiring 18 correct answers for a pass, Time allowed is 30 minutes.
- The exam papers are sent to the Office of Maritime Communications in Tasmania for marking, with results known in 2 -4 weeks.
- Successful candidates will receive a lifetime license.
- The course cost is $150:00 for MROVCP (VHF) and $170:00 for MROCP (HF/VHF), which includes radio handbook, postage, handouts and license fees.
- Associate members of VMR Victoria Point and Raby Bay are eligible for a $20.00 discount.
Course Requirements:
- You will be required to present a recent, coloured passport sized photograph for your license.
- Before sitting the exam you will need to produce photo ID to prove your identity
- Licenses will be issued to persons from 16 years. Younger persons can no longer sit the exam
- Suggested items to bring along are notepaper, pen, pencil and eraser.
- Coffee and tea are provided, but bring your own lunch.
- Payment is required on the day, cash only (preferably exact amount)
There is no need for most candidates to study beforehand. However, there is an online radio handbook available for those who would like to do preparation in advance.
The VHF Handbook can be found at http://www.amc.edu.au/sites/default/files/amc%20omc%206287%20vhf%20hndbk2.pdf
The full HF and VHF handbook can be found at http://www.amc.edu.au/sites/default/files/MROHB+2009+for+web_0.pdf
Please confirm these dates with the trainer via this email link EMAIL
Please Note: Course dates for 2011& 2012 are to be held at Raby Bay VMR
Sunday 22nd January 2012
Sunday 18th March 2012
Sunday 3rd June 2012
Sunday 29th July 2012
Sunday 21st October 2012
Sunday 16th December 2012
If you would like to talk to us about running an additional course at your club or premises for a minimum of 10 people contact us here EMAIL
Marine Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency (M.R.O.C.P) OR Marine Radio Operators VHF only Certificate of Proficiency (M.R.O.V.C.P)
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