Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations
Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations
RII30809
W672
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 29/05/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of a skilled operator working with civil construction plant, 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 nineteen (19) units of competency made up of:- fourteen (14) core units of competency, and
- five (5) units from the electives, including:
- one (1) unit from Group A electives AND two (2) units from Group B electives
OR
- two (2) units from Group A electives
- additional units selected from Group A, B or C
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
- one (1) unit from Group A electives AND two (2) units from Group B electives
OR
- two (2) units from Group A electives
- additional units selected from Group A, B or C
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB615 | RIIMPO319A | Conduct backhoe/loader operations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB339 | RIIMPO323A | Conduct civil construction dozer operations | 192 | Unit of competency |
| WC361 | RIIMPO320B | Conduct civil construction excavator operations | 160 | Unit of competency |
| D9351 | RIIMPO318B | Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations | 68 | Unit of competency |
| WB342 | RIIMPO327A | Conduct pipe layer operations | 68 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
- two (2) units from Group B electives AND one (1) unit from Group A electives
OR
- two (2) units from Group A electives
- additional units selected from Group A, B or C
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB441 | RIICRC308A | Conduct paver operations | 68 | Unit of competency |
| WB335 | RIIMPO317A | Conduct roller operations | 68 | Unit of competency |
| WB442 | RIICRC309A | Conduct stabiliser operations | 68 | Unit of competency |
| WB285 | RIIHAN309A | Conduct telescopic materials handler operations | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WC372 | RIIVEH304B | Conduct tip truck operations | 52 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
The additional units can be selected from Group C
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8247 | HLTFA301C | Apply first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB072 | RIICCM209A | Carry out concrete work | 36 | Unit of competency |
| WB434 | RIICRC208A | Lay pipes | 32 | Unit of competency |
| W9376 | CPCCCM2007A | Use explosive power tools | 8 | Unit of competency |
| WB352 | RIIOHS204A | Work safely at heights | 16 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W338 | BCC30607 | Certificate III in Civil Construction (Plant Operations) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J664 | RII30813 | Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations | 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.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No new enrolments - teach out only