Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Metalliferous Mining Operations (Open Cut)
Certificate III in Metalliferous Mining Operations (Open Cut)
Qualification
National Code:
MNM30106
MNM30106
State Code:
W349
W349
TGA Status:
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status:
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0303 - Process And Resources Engineering
Original TGA Release Date
25/01/2005
Approved Date
29/04/2008
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
530
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/01/2005
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 25/01/2005 | Current | Approved |
Description
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of a total of eighteen (18) units of competency made up of:- Twelve (12) units of competency satisfying the criteria for the Certificate II in Metalliferous Mining Operations (Open Cut), AND
- Six (6) electives units of which:
- all six units are drawn from the elective units listed
OR
- a minimum of four (4) units are drawn from the specified elective units listed, AND
- a maximum of two (2) units, relevant to the job function, are drawn from elsewhere in the Metalliferous Mining Training Package or other endorsed Training Packages.
Note
- Units of competency which are completed as part of the Certificate II in Metalliferous Mining Operations (Open Cut) cannot be credited as an elective for this qualification.
1.
Elective units General - total 6, with a minimum of 4 from those listed.
Note: A maximum of two (2) units, relevant to the job function may be drawn from elsewhere in the Metalliferous Mining Training Package or other endorsed Training Packages.
Care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified within an imported unit of competency, chosen as an elective, are complied with.
Units of competency which are completed as part of the Certificate II in Metalliferous Mining Operations (Open Cut) cannot be credited as an elective for this qualification.
2.
General processing
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1847 | PMLTEST302A | Calibrate testing equipment and assist with its maintenance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C1835 | PMLORG300A | Follow established work plan | 20 | Unit of competency |
| M1271 | PMCSUP392A | Perform basic laboratory tests | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C7640 | PMLOHS301B | Work safely with instruments that emit ionising radiation | 60 | Unit of competency |
3.
Shotfiring
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W2306 | MNMG352A | Apply blasting activities | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W2283 | MNMG313A | Charge blast holes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W2287 | MNMG321A | Charge production blast holes | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W2282 | MNMG311A | Conduct secondary blasting | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W2307 | MNMG353A | Fire surface blasts | 80 | Unit of competency |
| W2308 | MNMG412A | Initiate blasts | 80 | Unit of competency |
| W7542 | MNMG322B | Initiate blasts by remote control | 40 | Unit of competency |
4.
Environmental management
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W2310 | MNMMEN304A | Take environmental samples and measurements | 80 | Unit of competency |
5.
Drilling and ground control
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W2366 | MNMODB302A | Drill in open cut environment | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W2365 | MNMODB301A | Set-up and prepare for open cut drilling operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
6.
Loading and hauling
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W2374 | MNMOLH307A | Conduct dozer operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W2370 | MNMOLH302A | Conduct electric rope shovel operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W2369 | MNMOLH301A | Conduct excavator operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W2372 | MNMOLH305A | Conduct front end loader operations | 65 | Unit of competency |
| W2373 | MNMOLH306A | Conduct haul truck operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W2371 | MNMOLH303A | Conduct hydraulic shovel operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W2375 | MNMOLH308A | Conduct scraper operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
7.
Dredging
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W2367 | MNMODR301A | Dredge materials | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W2368 | MNMODR302A | Shut down dredge for operator maintenance | 40 | Unit of competency |
8.
Ancillary mine support
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W2382 | MNMOMS306A | Conduct grader operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W2381 | MNMOMS301A | Construct and maintain roads | 60 | Unit of competency |
9.
Stockpiling and preperation
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W2384 | MNMOSP304A | Operate plant/machinery on live stockpiles | 40 | Unit of competency |
10.
Rehabilitation
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2613 | RTD3205A | Construct conservation earthworks | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2609 | RTD3034A | Implement revegetation works | 35 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W168 | MNM30105 | Certificate III in Metalliferous Mining Operations - Open Cut | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W665 | RII30109 | Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Shot Firing
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 licensing requirements need to be confirmed by the Registered Training Organisation delivering and/or assessing the competency.
A minimum of 18 years is applied to person wishing to enter this industry. To obtain a Heavy Rigid licence to operate machinery, a person needs to be over 20 years of age.
This training program is a representation of the qualification code MNM30106 taken from the Metalliferous Mining Training Package MNM05 which should be consulted for full description of requirements. MNM06.
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 STARS on 28/04/2006.
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 licensing requirements need to be confirmed by the Registered Training Organisation delivering and/or assessing the competency.
A minimum of 18 years is applied to person wishing to enter this industry. To obtain a Heavy Rigid licence to operate machinery, a person needs to be over 20 years of age.
This training program is a representation of the qualification code MNM30106 taken from the Metalliferous Mining Training Package MNM05 which should be consulted for full description of requirements. MNM06.
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 STARS on 28/04/2006.
Entry Requirements
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