Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (On shore)
Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (On shore)
RII32015
AZC4
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 14/12/2015 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of an employee such as a derrickman who performs tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications applied in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total units = fourteen (14)- nine (9) Core units, plus
- five (5) elective units, of which
- at least two (2) must be chosen from Group A
- no more than three (3) may be chosen from Group B
- no more than two (2) units from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.
Where a unit is imported as an elective care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified are complied with.
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUI32 | BSBFLM303 | Contribute to effective workplace relationships | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W8283 | MSAPMSUP172A | Identify and minimise environmental hazards | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUK29 | BSBWHS301 | Maintain workplace safety | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWB90 | RIIOGD209E | Operate and maintain ancillary equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWB68 | RIIOGN302E | Operate mud pumps | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH541 | RIIOGN303D | Operate mud systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH271 | RIIERR302D | Respond to local emergencies and incidents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWB86 | RIIOGD302E | Trip casing | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWB85 | RIIOGD303E | Trip pipe | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH518 | RIIOGD305D | Apply blow out prevention operational procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH517 | RIIOGD304D | Apply effective coal seam gas control practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH512 | RIIOGD206D | Assist with coal seam gas control | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWB88 | RIIOGD301E | Conduct and maintain derrick operations | 45 | Unit of competency |
| W8937 | PMASUP236B | Operate vehicles in the field | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWB91 | RIIOGD203E | Prepare and operate drilling fluid systems | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WH511 | RIIOGD205D | Support blow out prevention operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D3652 | MSAPMPER200C | Work in accordance with an issued permit | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
No more than three (3) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWB58 | RIIHAN309E | Conduct telescopic materials handler operations | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH410 | RIIMPO304D | Conduct wheel loader operations | 65 | Unit of competency |
| WH751 | RIIWHS202D | Enter and work in confined spaces | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WH655 | RIISAM204D | Operate small plant and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI02 | BSBDIV301 | Work effectively with diversity | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH753 | RIIWHS204D | Work safely at heights | 16 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J684 | RII32013 | Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (On shore) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BED8 | RII32018 | Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (Onshore) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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