Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Process Plant Operations
Certificate III in Process Plant Operations
Qualification
National Code:
PMA30198
PMA30198
State Code:
C150
C150
TGA Status:
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status:
Archived
Archived
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0303 - Process And Resources Engineering
Original TGA Release Date
31/08/1998
Approved Date
09/12/1999
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
570
Duration
Unspecified
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/08/1998
VET Act Conditions
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 31/08/1998 | Current | Archived |
Description
Schedule
1. CORE
Level 1 core competencies
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0862 | PMAQUAL100A | Contribute to quality processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0861 | PMAPLAN100A | Follow established work plan | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C0860 | PMAOH&S100A | Follow OH&S policies and procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0858 | PMAENV100A | Identify and minimise environmental hazards | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0917 | PMAPROC101A | Make measurements | 15 | Unit of competency |
| C0856 | PMACOM100A | Relay and respond to information | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C0918 | PMAPROC102A | Undertake housekeeping operations | 15 | Unit of competency |
2. ELECTIVE
And two Level 2 core competencies
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0857 | PMACOM200A | Process and record information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0859 | PMAHAZ200A | Respond to an emergency situation | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. ELECTIVE
And one Level 3 core competency
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0863 | PMAQUAL300A | Initiate continuous improvement | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. ELECTIVES
PLANT OPERATOR IN A CONTINUOUS PROCESSING COMPANY ELECTIVES And select five process support or further process competencies
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0921 | PMAPROC200A | Operate an item of equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0922 | PMAPROC201A | Operate fluid flow equipment | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C0923 | PMAPROC202A | Operate fluid mixing equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0926 | PMAPROC205A | Operate heat exchangers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0925 | PMAPROC204A | Use utilities and services | 40 | Unit of competency |
5. ELECTIVE
And select two different 300 series process competencies
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0933 | PMAPROC300A | Operate a production unit | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0935 | PMAPROC302A | Operate reactors and reaction equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
6. ELECTIVE
And four additional competencies chosen from process, process support or business support
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S0744 | TDTD1097A | Operate a forklift | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0938 | PMAPROC305A | Operate process control systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0025 | BSATEM101A | Participate in a team to achieve designated tasks | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C0946 | PMAHAZ201A | Prepare equipment for emergency response | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S0689 | TDTA1797A | Product knowledge applied to organise work operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0947 | PMAMAIN201A | Undertake minor maintenance | 20 | Unit of competency |
7. ELECTIVES
OR PLANT OPERATOR IN THE HYDROCARBONS(EXTRACTION) SECTOR OF THE INDUSTRY ELECTIVES And select five Hydrocarbons support or further process competencies
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0864 | PMAHYD200A | Operate & monitor production/processing equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0865 | PMAHYD201A | Operate and monitor prime movers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0868 | PMAHYD204A | Operate and monitor process support systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0866 | PMAHYD202A | Operate and monitor pumping systems and equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0867 | PMAHYD203A | Operate and monitor valve systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
8. ELECTIVE
And select two different 300 series Hydrocarbons competencies
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0885 | PMAHYD300A | Conduct artificial lift | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0886 | PMAHYD301A | Undertake well management | 40 | Unit of competency |
9. ELECTIVE
And four additional competencies chosen from process, process support or business support
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6543 | 10571SA | Certificate III in Process Plant Operations (Chemical and Oil) | Accredited course |
VET Info Notes
GENERAL NOTES
This training program is a representation of the qualification PMA30198 taken
from the Chemicals,
Hydrocarbons and oil Refining Training Package PMA30198, which should be
consulted for full
descriptions of requirements. PMA98 is endorsed until 12/01/2001.
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training
Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training
Package available from Australian
Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the CMS by the Central Metropolitan
College of TAFE on 07/12/99.
4. The total course hours can range from 490 to 650 (The maximum hours if
competency units of maximum
duration are selected).
This training program is a representation of the qualification PMA30198 taken
from the Chemicals,
Hydrocarbons and oil Refining Training Package PMA30198, which should be
consulted for full
descriptions of requirements. PMA98 is endorsed until 12/01/2001.
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training
Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training
Package available from Australian
Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the CMS by the Central Metropolitan
College of TAFE on 07/12/99.
4. The total course hours can range from 490 to 650 (The maximum hours if
competency units of maximum
duration are selected).
Entry Requirements
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