Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure
Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure
TLI21311
S784
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 17/02/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
Please note: RTO to insert unit group selected from the group choice below on the testamur
Rationale:
This is a general qualification for a person engaged in basic operations within the rail infrastructure environment undertaking a range of tasks involving known routines and procedures, and taking some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.
Job roles:
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
Rail infrastructure - Track Work:
Track Worker
Track Installer
Track Maintainer.
Rail infrastructure - Structures:
Structures Maintainer.
Rail infrastructure - Track Surfacing:
Plant Operator
Mobile Plant Operator
Way Gang Driver.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Requirements for completion of the qualification:A successful assessment outcome for a total of Sixteen (16) units of competency (depending on the group) comprising:
- the Eight (8) core units plus
- all units from one specialist elective group (A, B or C) plus
- two (2) elective units from the general elective units listed in the qualification outline if selecting Group A or C or three (3) if selecting Group B; all of which may be drawn with appropriate contextualisation from any currently endorsed national Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units contribute to the vocational outcome of the qualification.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified in the unit are complied with.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5360 | TLIU2008A | Apply environmental procedures to rail infrastructure | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D5126 | TLIF2010A | Apply fatigue management strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5122 | TLIF1001A | Follow occupational health and safety procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D4940 | TLIB1028A | Maintain and use hand tools | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5367 | TLIW2001A | Operate under track protection rules | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5096 | TLIE1003A | Participate in basic workplace communication | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG213 | TLIF2080C | Safely access the rail corridor | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D5061 | TLID1001A | Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Track Work Specialist Elective Units
All units from one (1) specialist elective group must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4960 | TLIB2085A | Apply track fundamentals | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S8341 | TLIS2044A | Carry out rail installation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5339 | TLIS2030A | Carry out track ballasting | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D5343 | TLIS2034A | Install and repair rail fastening systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5340 | TLIS2031A | Install railway sleepers | 36 | Unit of competency |
| D4964 | TLIB2092A | Operate minor mechanical equipment | 18 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Structures Specialist Elective Units
All units from one (1) specialist elective group must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4961 | TLIB2086A | Apply awareness of structures fundamentals | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WB066 | RIICCM201A | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| D4959 | TLIB2084A | Carry out routine maintenance of structures | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D4964 | TLIB2092A | Operate minor mechanical equipment | 18 | Unit of competency |
| WB068 | RIICCM203A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Track Surfacing Specialist Elective Units
All units from one (1) specialist elective group must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Note: TLIC2058A OR TLIC2059A to be chosen, NOT both.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4960 | TLIB2085A | Apply track fundamentals | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D5339 | TLIS2030A | Carry out track ballasting | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S8264 | TLIB2001A | Check and assess operational capabilities of equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4944 | TLIB1093A | Clean equipment and restore worksite | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D4963 | TLIB2091A | Measure and record track geometry | 18 | Unit of competency |
| S8282 | TLIC2059A | Propel and operate light on-track equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S8271 | TLIC2058A | Travel medium or heavy self-propelled on-track equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
5. General Elective Units
Two (2) elective units from the general elective units listed in the qualification outline if selecting Group A or C or three (3) if selecting Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W914 | TLI21310 | Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWT3 | TLI21315 | Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.