Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Tunnel Construction
Certificate III in Tunnel Construction
RII31709
W681
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 22/06/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of a skilled operator working in tunnel construction 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:- fifteen (15) mandatory units, and
- ten (10) elective units of which:
- at least nine (9) from the electives listed in the qualification outline, including a minimum of three (3) at Certificate III level, of which at least two (2) must be tunnel construction (CTC) units
- up to one (1) unit may come from Certificate II, III or IV level from this or any other Training Package
Units chosen must be relevant to the job function.
Care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified within imported units, or units chosen as electives, are compiled with.
1. Mandatory Units
All fifteen (15) units must be completed
2. Elective Units
Ten (10) units to be completed
The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D9322 | RIIRIS201B | Conduct local risk control | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB351 | RIIOHS202A | Enter and work in confined spaces | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WB736 | RIICTC303A | Excavate tunnel by machine | 24 | 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 |
| WB511 | RIICTC301A | Install tunnelling constructions services | 68 | Unit of competency |
| WB512 | RIICTC302A | Line tunnel | 68 | Unit of competency |
| WB722 | RIICRC301A | Maintain drainage systems | 12 | Unit of competency |
| WB513 | RIICTC304A | Muck out tunnel earthworks | 12 | Unit of competency |
| WB630 | RIICRC201A | Repair potholes | 28 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W342 | BCC31007 | Certificate III in Civil Construction (Tunnel Construction) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D796 | RII30912 | Certificate III in Civil Construction | 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 20/01/2009
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No new enrolments - teach out only