Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Process Plant Operations
Certificate II in Process Plant Operations
Qualification
National Code:
PMA20198
PMA20198
State Code:
C149
C149
TGA Status:
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status:
Archived
Archived
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0303 - Process And Resources Engineering
Original TGA Release Date
31/08/1998
Approved Date
09/12/1999
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
390
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
31/08/1998
VET Act Conditions
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 31/08/1998 | Current | Archived |
Description
Schedule
1. CORE
Level 1 core competencies
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0862 | PMAQUAL100A | Contribute to quality processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0861 | PMAPLAN100A | Follow established work plan | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C0860 | PMAOH&S100A | Follow OH&S policies and procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0858 | PMAENV100A | Identify and minimise environmental hazards | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0917 | PMAPROC101A | Make measurements | 15 | Unit of competency |
| C0856 | PMACOM100A | Relay and respond to information | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C0918 | PMAPROC102A | Undertake housekeeping operations | 15 | Unit of competency |
2. ELECTIVE
Level 2 core competencies
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0857 | PMACOM200A | Process and record information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0859 | PMAHAZ200A | Respond to an emergency situation | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. ELECTIVES
PLANT OPERATOR IN A CONTINUOUS PROCESSING COMPANY ELECTIVES Learners to select 4 different 200 series electives
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0921 | PMAPROC200A | Operate an item of equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0929 | PMAPROC208A | Operate chemical separation equipment | 15 | Unit of competency |
| C0922 | PMAPROC201A | Operate fluid flow equipment | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C0926 | PMAPROC205A | Operate heat exchangers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0930 | PMAPROC210A | Operate particulates handling equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0928 | PMAPROC207A | Operate powered separation equipment | 15 | Unit of competency |
| C0927 | PMAPROC206A | Operate separation equipment | 15 | Unit of competency |
| C0925 | PMAPROC204A | Use utilities and services | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. ELECTIVE
OR PLANT OPERATOR IN A HYDROCARBONS (EXTRACTION) INDUSTRY SECTOR ELECTIVES Learners to select 4 different 200 series electives
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0873 | PMAHYD209A | Monitor the permit to work | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C0870 | PMAHYD206A | Monitor water and fire water systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0864 | PMAHYD200A | Operate & monitor production/processing equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0865 | PMAHYD201A | Operate and monitor prime movers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0866 | PMAHYD202A | Operate and monitor pumping systems and equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0867 | PMAHYD203A | Operate and monitor valve systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
5. ELECTIVES
And 2 process support competencies
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0956 | PMAQUAL200A | Apply quality processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0946 | PMAHAZ201A | Prepare equipment for emergency response | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0947 | PMAMAIN201A | Undertake minor maintenance | 20 | Unit of competency |
6. ELECTIVE
And 1 additional competency chosen from process, process support or business support
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0956 | PMAQUAL200A | Apply quality processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0938 | PMAPROC305A | Operate process control systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0025 | BSATEM101A | Participate in a team to achieve designated tasks | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C0925 | PMAPROC204A | Use utilities and services | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6558 | 5971 | Certificate I in Hydrocarbon Production Plant Operations | Accredited course |
| 6542 | 10570SA | Certificate II in Process Plant Operations (Chemical and Oil) | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C648 | PMA20102 | Certificate II in Process Plant Operations | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
GENERAL NOTES
This training program is a representation of the qualification PMA20198 taken
from the Chemical,
Hydrocarbonsand Oil Refining Training Package PMA98, which should be consulted
for full descriptions
of requirements. PMA98 is endorsed until 30/09/2001.
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 CMS by the Central Metropolitan
College of TAFE on 07/12/99.
4. The total hours can range from 330 to 450 (the maximum hours if
competency units of maximum duration
are selected).
This training program is a representation of the qualification PMA20198 taken
from the Chemical,
Hydrocarbonsand Oil Refining Training Package PMA98, which should be consulted
for full descriptions
of requirements. PMA98 is endorsed until 30/09/2001.
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 CMS by the Central Metropolitan
College of TAFE on 07/12/99.
4. The total hours can range from 330 to 450 (the maximum hours if
competency units of maximum duration
are selected).
Entry Requirements
No information
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