Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Competitive Manufacturing
Certificate III in Competitive Manufacturing
MSA31108
W523
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 08/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
The Competitive Manufacturing units of competency are categorised into three groups:
Systems units
Change/interpersonal units
Tools units.
Licensing considerations
There are no specific licenses that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements depending on the work context. Local regulations should be checked for details.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To be awarded a Certificate III in Competitive Manufacturing, competency must be achieved in eight (8) units of competency.- one (1) core unit of competency
- seven (7) elective units of competency, four (4) of which may be selected from this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, as specified in the MSA31108 qualification outline.
At least three (3) units must be from the Competitive Manufacturing (CM) 400 series units.
Note: Where prerequisite units are identified they must be counted in the total number of units required for completion of the qualification.
1. Core Unit
One (1) core unit must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8973 | MSACMS200A | Apply competitive manufacturing practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A - Systems Units
One (1) unit to be completed
The following group outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the MSA07 Manufacturing Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8976 | MSACMS401A | Ensure process improvements are sustained | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B - Change/interpersonal Units
One (1) unit to be completed
The following group outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the MSA07 Manufacturing Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W8966 | MSACMC411A | Lead a competitive manufacturing team | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C - Tools Units
Five (5) units to be completed
The following group outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification. Please refer to the MSA07 Manufacturing Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W9001 | MSACMT432A | Analyse manual handling processes | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W8998 | MSACMT421A | Facilitate a Just in Time (JIT) system | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W9003 | MSACMT441A | Facilitate continuous improvement in manufacturing | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W9002 | MSACMT440A | Lead 5S in a manufacturing environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W9010 | MSACMT481A | Undertake proactive maintenance analyses | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W252 | MCM30104 | Certificate III in Competitive Manufacturing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J129 | MSS30312 | Certificate III in Competitive Systems and Practices | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of DEEWR.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the VET Teaching & Learning Directorate, Department of Training and Workforce Development, on 17/12/2009.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships