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Certificate III in Transport and Distribution (Rail Operations)

Certificate III in Transport and Distribution (Rail Operations)

Qualification
National Code:
TDT30402
State Code:
S230
TGA Status:
Deleted
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0899 - Other Management And Commerce
Original TGA Release Date
29/05/2002
Approved Date
30/03/2007
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
670
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/05/2002
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 29/05/2002 Current Approved
Description
Schedule
1.

A total of 21 units of competency must be completed.

Learners to select at least 5 units and up to 7 units aligned at AQF Level 3 made up of:

- at least 3 units and up to 7 units from those listed below (aligned at AQF Level 3),

and

- up to 2 suitable units (aligned at AQF Level 3) drawn with appropriate contextualisation from either other Transport and Distribution Certificate III qualifications, or other relevant endorsed Training Packages.

See the Transport and Distribution Training Package (TDT02), for the Qualifications Packaging Rules and the Complete List of Units available as Electives.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
S2373 TDTQ1301A Advise on and construct fares for customers 32 Unit of competency
S2545 TDTL3501A Allocate motive power 20 Unit of competency
S2493 TDTF5401A Apply `code of practice for the defined interstate rail network` to shunting on the network 20 Unit of competency
C5007 HLTFA2A Apply advanced first aid 40 Unit of competency
S2576 TDTO1601A Apply and monitor workplace security procedures 40 Unit of competency
S2389 TDTA1797B Apply product knowledge to organise work operations 40 Unit of competency
S2511 TDTJ297B Apply quality systems 40 Unit of competency
S2549 TDTL3901A Assist with train operations 100 Unit of competency
S2894 Assist with train operations (Part 1 of 2 TDTL3901A) 100 Module
C0085 BSZ402A Conduct assessment 15 Unit of competency
S2308 TDTB1801A Conduct full train examination 40 Unit of competency
S2550 TDTL397B Conduct induction process 20 Unit of competency
S2439 TDTD1197B Conduct specialised forklift operations 40 Unit of competency
S2312 TDTB2101A Conduct train roll by inspection 20 Unit of competency
S2219 TDTE1298B Consolidate manifest documentation 20 Unit of competency
S2411 TDTA3801A Control and order stock 40 Unit of competency
S2467 TDTD4098B Control lift and movement of crane 20 Unit of competency
S2478 TDTF1397B Coordinate breakdowns and emergencies 30 Unit of competency
C3545 BSBCMN310A Deliver and Monitor a Service to Customers 20 Unit of competency
S2281 TDTC2101A Drive tram 40 Unit of competency
S2223 TDTE1698B Estimate/calculate load shifting requirements for a mobile crane 20 Unit of competency
S2228 TDTE297B Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions 15 Unit of competency
S2443 TDTD1597B Identify and label explosives and dangerous goods 20 Unit of competency
S2488 TDTF397B Implement and monitor OHS procedures 30 Unit of competency
S2586 TDTG297B Lead a work team or group 40 Unit of competency
S2465 TDTD3698B Lift and move load using mobile crane up to and including 20 tonnes 40 Unit of competency
S2402 TDTA297B Maintain container/cargo records 20 Unit of competency
S2225 TDTE1801A Maintain freight records 8 Unit of competency
S2575 TDTO1501A Maintain security of railway property and revenue 30 Unit of competency
S2573 TDTO1298B Manage disruptive and/or unlawful behaviour 20 Unit of competency
S2464 TDTD3598B Operate a boom type elevating work platform 30 Unit of competency
S2462 TDTD3397B Operate a vehicle-mounted loading crane 40 Unit of competency
S2277 TDTC1801A Operate on-train remote control system 40 Unit of competency
S2377 TDTQ498B Organise freight invoicing and payment 30 Unit of competency
C3537 BSBCMN302A Organise personal work priorities and development 30 Unit of competency
S2556 TDTL4501A Organise services for special events 16 Unit of competency
S2562 TDTL5101A Plan train consists 30 Unit of competency
S2317 TDTB2601A Prepare for train operation 40 Unit of competency
S2230 TDTE497B Prepare workplace documents 20 Unit of competency
S2316 TDTB2501A Prepare, start and shut down motive power unit 75 Unit of competency
S1770 Prepare, Start and Shut Down Motive Power Unit (Part 1 of 2 TDTB2501A) 75 Module
S2715 TDTGCST03A Process customer complaints 20 Unit of competency
S2422 TDTA497B Process receipt and delivery of containers and cargo 40 Unit of competency
S2262 TDTI397B Provide customer service in transport vehicles/vessels 20 Unit of competency
S2266 TDTI797C Provide freight forwarding information to customers 40 Unit of competency
S2268 TDTI998B Provide on-board services to customers 20 Unit of competency
S2412 TDTA3901A Receive and store stock 40 Unit of competency
S2460 TDTD3198B Rig load 40 Unit of competency
S2318 TDTB2701A Set up and shut down on-train remote control system 30 Unit of competency
S2470 TDTD4401A Shift loads using cranes 60 Unit of competency
S2469 TDTD4301A Shift loads using gantry equipment 60 Unit of competency
S2276 TDTC1701A Shunt rolling stock 120 Unit of competency
S2321 TDTB297B Test equipment and isolate faults 20 Unit of competency
S2309 TDTB1901A Test train braking system 30 Unit of competency
C0087 BSZ404A Train small groups 30 Unit of competency
S2426 TDTA897B Transfer cargo 40 Unit of competency
S2270 TDTC1197B Transport passengers with disabilities 40 Unit of competency
S2539 TDTL297B Undertake employee payroll activities 20 Unit of competency
S2222 TDTE1598B Undertake rigger/dogger and driver communication 20 Unit of competency
S2451 TDTD2398B Use specialised liquid bulk gas transfer equipment 40 Unit of competency
S2452 TDTD2498B Use specialised liquid bulk transfer equipment (gravity/pressurised) 40 Unit of competency
S2311 TDTB2001A Visually inspect stationary train 80 Unit of competency
S2226 TDTE1901A Work with travel agencies and sales outlets 24 Unit of competency
2.

Learners to select at least 7 units and up to 9 units at AQF Level 2 made up of:

- at least 5 units and up to 9 units from those listed for the Certificate II in Transport and Distribution (Rail Operations) (aligned at AQF Level 2),

and

- up to 2 suitable units (aligned at AQF Level 2) drawn with appropriate contextualisation from either other Transport and Distribution Certificate II qualifications, or other relevant endorsed Training Packages.

See the Transport and Distribution Training Package (TDT02), for the Qualifications Packaging Rules and the Complete List of Units available as Electives.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
S2713 TDTGCSO06A Address customer needs 20 Unit of competency
S2574 TDTO1398B Administer the security of assets and facilities 20 Unit of competency
S2498 TDTF697B Apply accident-emergency procedures 20 Unit of competency
C5006 HLTFA1A Apply basic First Aid 20 Unit of competency
S2476 TDTF1097B Apply fatigue management strategies 30 Unit of competency
S2237 TDTK397B Apply keyboard skills 20 Unit of competency
S2510 TDTJ197B Apply quality procedures 40 Unit of competency
S2477 TDTF1297B Apply safe procedures when handling/transporting dangerous goods or explosives 30 Unit of competency
S2299 TDTU701A Care for the environment 20 Unit of competency
S2310 TDTB197B Check and assess operational capabilities of equipment 40 Unit of competency
S2565 TDTL898B Complete routine administrative tasks 10 Unit of competency
S2450 TDTD2298B Conduct weighbridge operations 20 Unit of competency
S2413 TDTA397B Connect and disconnect reefer units 40 Unit of competency
S2710 TDTGCSO01A Create customer relationship 20 Unit of competency
S2711 TDTGCSO02A Deal with customer feedback 20 Unit of competency
S2466 TDTD397C Handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances 20 Unit of competency
S2444 TDTD1697B Load and unload explosives and dangerous goods 30 Unit of competency
S2472 TDTD497B Load and unload goods/cargo 30 Unit of competency
S2371 TDTQ1101A Maintain petty cash account 29 Unit of competency
S2712 TDTGCSO04A Meet customer needs and expectations 20 Unit of competency
S2541 TDTL3101A Monitor and process attendance records 20 Unit of competency
S2441 TDTD1397B Move materials mechanically using automated equipment 40 Unit of competency
S2438 TDTD1097B Operate a forklift 40 Unit of competency
S2481 TDTF1801A Operate and maintain fire-fighting equipment 20 Unit of competency
S2471 TDTD4501A Operate specialised light load shifting equipment 40 Unit of competency
S2440 TDTD1297B Operate specialised load shifting equipment 40 Unit of competency
S2239 TDTK798B Perform electronic data interchange (EDI) to transmit shipping documentation 10 Unit of competency
S2473 TDTD797B Prepare cargo for transfer with slings 30 Unit of competency
S2227 TDTE197B Present routine workplace information 40 Unit of competency
S2234 TDTE897B Process workplace documentation 20 Unit of competency
S2572 TDTO1198B Provide revenue protection measures 10 Unit of competency
S2372 TDTQ1201A Sell products and services 24 Unit of competency
S2320 TDTB2901A Use and maintain minor mechanical equipment 20 Unit of competency
S2233 TDTE701A Use communication systems 20 Unit of competency
S2236 TDTK197B Use infotechnology devices and computer applications in the workplace 40 Unit of competency
S2386 TDTA1497B Use product knowledge to complete work operations 20 Unit of competency
S2589 TDTG701A Work in a socially diverse environment 20 Unit of competency
3.

Learners to select 7 units aligned at AQF Level 1 made up of:

- at least 5 units and up to 7 units from those listed for the Certificate I in Transport and Distribution (Rail Operations) (aligned at AQF Level 1),

and

- up to 2 suitable units (aligned at AQF Level 1) drawn with appropriate contextualisation from either other Transport and Distribution Certificate I qualifications, or other relevant endorsed Training Packages.

See the Transport and Distribution Training Package (TDT02), for the Qualifications Packaging Rules and the Complete List of Units available as Electives.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
S2261 TDTI297C Apply customer service skills 20 Unit of competency
S2231 TDTE597B Carry out basic workplace calculations 20 Unit of competency
S2315 TDTB2401A Clean transportation units and facilities for passenger use 32 Unit of competency
S2534 TDTL197B Complete workplace orientation/induction procedures 25 Unit of competency
S2500 TDTF997B Conduct cleaning operations in enclosed spaces 20 Unit of competency
S2487 TDTF297B Conduct housekeeping activities 20 Unit of competency
S2279 TDTC197B Drive vehicle 30 Unit of competency
S2483 TDTF197B Follow OHS procedures 20 Unit of competency
S2577 TDTO297B Follow security procedures 40 Unit of competency
S2319 TDTB2801A Maintain and use hand tools 20 Unit of competency
S2229 TDTE397B Participate in basic workplace communication 40 Unit of competency
S2391 TDTA197B Secure cargo 20 Unit of competency
S2457 TDTD297B Shift a load using manually-operated equipment 20 Unit of competency
S2446 TDTD197B Shift materials safely using manual handling methods 20 Unit of competency
S2585 TDTG197B Work effectively with others 40 Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
S550 TLI30407 Certificate III in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations) Qualification
VET Info Notes
TOTAL NUMBER OF UNITS REQUIRED FOR CERTIFICATE III IS:

21 units


This training program is a representation of the qualification code TDT30402 taken from the Transport and Distribution Training Package TDT02 which should be consulted for full description of requirements. TDT02 is accredited until 30 May 2005.

1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority. RTO's who wish to deliver this qualification must be registered with their State accrediting body.

2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Transport and Distribution Training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9655 0600.

3. This qualification was entered on to the CMS by Challenger TAFE on 9 September.

4. This qualification was last edited on 15 October 2002 by Challenger TAFE.
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