Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Civil Foundations
Certificate III in Civil Foundations
RII31209
W676
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 21/03/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of a skilled operator working in foundation work in the civil construction industry, who applies a broad range of skills in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. The individual may provide theoretical advice and support a team.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of twenty five (25) Units of Competency made up of:- fourteen (14) core units, plus
- eleven (11) elective units of which:
- at least ten (10) must come from the Group A electives listed below including at least five (5) units at Certificate III level, two (2) of which must be foundation work (CFW) units
- up to one (1) unit may come from AQF level II, III or IV in this, or any other Training Package.
Units of competency chosen must be relevant to the competency requirements for the job function. Care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified within imported units, or units chosen as electives, are complied with.
1. Core Units
All fourteen (14) units must be completed
2. Group A Elective Units
At least ten (10) units must be completed
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB072 | RIICCM209A | Carry out concrete work | 36 | Unit of competency |
| WB696 | RIIHAN211A | Conduct basic scaffolding operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WB439 | RIICRC306A | Conduct earthworks | 68 | Unit of competency |
| WB693 | RIICFW304A | Conduct pile driving operations | 32 | Unit of competency |
| WB602 | RIICFW301A | Construct underpinning | 52 | Unit of competency |
| WB353 | RIIOHS205A | Control traffic with stop-slow bat | 4 | Unit of competency |
| WB263 | RIICFW306A | Direct pile driving operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB073 | RIICCM211A | Erect and dismantle temporary fencing and gates | 32 | Unit of competency |
| WB354 | RIIOHS302A | Implement traffic management plan | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WB261 | RIICFW303A | Install primary ground support | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB260 | RIICFW302A | Install temporary and permanent rock anchors | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB570 | RIICCM210A | Install trench support | 8 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W336 | BCC30407 | Certificate III in Civil Construction (Foundation Work) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J634 | RII31213 | Certificate III in Civil Foundations | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of DEEWR.
2. Further information on this training package is available through www.ntis.gov.au, or contact TVET Australia Product Services, Melbourne Victoria, on Telephone: (03) 9832 8188.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by VET Teaching & Learning Directorate, WA Dept of Training & Workforce Development, on 19/01/2009.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
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