Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 5:35 AM AWST
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Diploma of Drilling Operations
Diploma of Drilling Operations
RII50609
W702
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 employees such as senior drillers or field supervisors. They perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine. They are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others and contribute to the development of technical solutions to non-routine problems.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of eleven (11) units of competency made up of:- ten (10) core units, plus
- one (1) Group A elective unit
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 ten (10) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0911 | BSBOHS509A | Ensure a safe workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1035 | BSBWOR502A | Ensure team effectiveness | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB695 | RIIGOV501A | Identify, implement and maintain legal compliance requirements | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WB251 | RIIENV501A | Implement and maintain environmental management plan | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WB420 | RIIRIS501A | Implement and maintain management system to control risk | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WB389 | RIIPRM501A | Implement, monitor, rectify and report on contracts | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D9332 | RIISAM502B | Manage general drilling equipment maintenance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0847 | BSBMGT515A | Manage operational plan | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0656 | BSBCUS501A | Manage quality customer service | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB200 | RIINHB501A | Plan drilling | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Unit
One (1) unit to be completed.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB191 | RIINHB401A | Plan and supervise the mobilisation of equipment, crew and materials | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W555 | DRT50703 | Diploma of Drilling - Blast Hole | Qualification |
| W549 | DRT50103 | Diploma of Drilling - Environmental | Qualification |
| W550 | DRT50203 | Diploma of Drilling - Foundation/Construction | Qualification |
| W551 | DRT50303 | Diploma of Drilling - Geotechnical | Qualification |
| W553 | DRT50503 | Diploma of Drilling - Mineral Exploration | Qualification |
| W554 | DRT50603 | Diploma of Drilling - Mineral Production and Development | Qualification |
| W558 | DRT51003 | Diploma of Drilling - Seismic | Qualification |
| W552 | DRT50403 | Diploma of Drilling - Trenchless Technology | Qualification |
| W559 | DRT51103 | Diploma of Drilling - Water Well | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J672 | RII50613 | Diploma of Drilling 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 10/02/2010.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.