Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Metalliferous Mining Operations (Underground)
Certificate II in Metalliferous Mining Operations (Underground)
MNM20203
W181
Deleted
Archived
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 12/11/1999 | Current | Archived |
Description
Schedule
1.
Successful completion of a total of fourteen (14) units of competency made up of:
- eight (8) mandatory units of competency
- six (6) electives units of which:
- a minimum of four (4) units are drawn from the specified Metalliferous Mining Extraction Underground units listed, and
- a maximum of two (2) units, relevant to the job function from other endorsed Training Packages.
Mandatory Core Units
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M0936 | MNMCCCOO005A | Apply local risk control processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M0932 | MNMCCCOO001A | Communicate in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M0935 | MNMCCCOO004A | Contribute to quality work outcomes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M1040 | MNMUGC432A | Operate equipment services vehicle underground | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M0934 | MNMCCCOO003A | Plan and organise individual work | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M1048 | MNMUGC440A | Set-up and perform manual scaling operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M1042 | MNMUGC434A | Transport plant, equipment and personnel | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W2549 | MNMCCCO1002A | Work safely | 20 | Unit of competency |
2.
Elective Units
Total of six (6) electives units of which a minimum of four (4) units are drawn from the specified Metalliferous Mining Extraction Underground units listed (Group 3 to 5). The relevant job function units from other endorsed Training Packages are not listed.
Generic Core
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1714 | MNMCCCOO006A | Perform initial response first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
3.
Elective Units
Drilling, Blasting and Ground Support
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W2538 | MNMUGC120A | Apply shot-crete | 60 | Unit of competency |
| M1020 | MNMUGC112A | Conduct wet filling activities | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W2537 | MNMUGC1102A | Install ground support - bolting and meshing | 60 | Unit of competency |
| M1016 | MNMUGC108A | Maintain magazine | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W2536 | MNMUGC1101A | Set-up and prepare for ground support | 20 | Unit of competency |
4.
Elective Units
Loading and Hauling
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M1023 | MNMUGC215A | Conduct conveyor operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M1021 | MNMUGC213A | Conduct load, haul, dump operations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| M1031 | MNMUGC223A | Conduct slurry pump operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M1022 | MNMUGC214A | Conduct truck operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
5.
Elective Units
Ancillary Mine Support
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M1039 | MNMUGC431A | Conduct integrated tool carrier operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W2518 | MNMMNI303A | Handle and transport explosives | 30 | Unit of competency |
| M1043 | MNMUGC435A | Install and maintain reticulation systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M1045 | MNMUGC437A | Install and remove a secondary fan | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M1033 | MNMUGC425A | Operate from elevated work platform | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1717 | MNMUGC442A | Operate light vehicle underground | 40 | Unit of competency |
| M1036 | MNMUGC428A | Operate roller/compactor | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1718 | MNMUGC443A | Refuel vehicles/machines underground | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M1041 | MNMUGC433A | Undertake dewatering activities | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M1038 | MNMUGC430A | Undertake towing underground | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| M067 | MNM20299 | Certificate II in Metalliferous Mining Operations (Underground) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W173 | MNM20205 | Certificate II in Metalliferous Mining Operations - Underground | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
The completion of some of the units of competency may require employment in the industry or six (6) months relevant site based work experience to compliment the underpinning knowledge.
Shot Firing - Open Cut
To be designated/appointed under any statutory requirements as a Shot Firer, units of competency should be demonstrated to meet the State/Territory licensing requirements. State/Territory licensing requirements need to be confirmed by the Registered Training Organisation delivering and/or assessing the competency.
This training program is a representation of the qualification code MNM20203 taken from the Metalliferous Mining Training Package MNM99V3 which should be consulted for full description of requirements.
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 STARS by the METS CSSN on 16/02/2005.
Entry Requirements
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