Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure
Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure
TLI32511
S790
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 02/02/2012 | 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 the rail infrastructure environment who performs tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a wide variety of contexts. It may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. It may also include responsibility for coordinating the work of others.
Job roles:
The Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure qualification is aligned to the following defined roles:
Group A: Rail Infrastructure - Track Maintenance
Senior track maintainer
Ganger
Group B: Rail Infrastructure - Track Construction
Senior track installer
Ganger
Group C: Rail Infrastructure - Turnout Construction
Specialist track installer
Special ganger
Group D: Rail Infrastructure - Track Welding
Track welder
Group E: Rail Infrastructure - Track Examination
Track examiner
Group F: Rail Infrastructure - Rail Testing
Rail tester
Group G: Rail Infrastructure - Timber/Composite Turnout Construction
Turnout builder
Points and crossings builder
Group H: Rail Infrastructure - Concrete/Steel Turnout Construction
Turnout builder
Points and crossings builder
Group I: Rail Infrastructure - Track Drainage Maintenance
Track drainage maintainer
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSThe entry requirement for this qualification is TLI21311 Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure (Track Work) or relevant industry experience gained by working in the rail infrastructure environment.
PACKAGING RULES
Requirements for completion of the qualification:
A successful assessment outcome for a total of eleven (11) units of competency comprising:
- five (5) core units plus
- all specialist elective units from one of the selected groups (A - I) listed in the qualification outline plus
- a minimum of two (2) general elective units and up to four (4) general elective units (depending on the specialist elective (job role) group that was selected) from the general elective units listed in the qualification outline; up to two (2) of these electives 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 importe
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5183 | TLIJ3002A | Apply quality systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WB066 | RIICCM201A | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| S8286 | TLIE2029A | Conduct workplace information briefings | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D5136 | TLIF3003A | Implement and monitor occupational health and safety procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5099 | TLIE2007A | Use communication systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group I Track Drainage Maintenance
All specialist elective units must be completed from one (1) of the selected groups (A - I).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5337 | TLIS2027A | Install and maintain surface track drainage | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WB068 | RIICCM203A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
3. General Elective Units
A minimum of two (2) and up to four (4) units (depending on the specialist elective (job role) group that was selected) may be chosen from the general elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
4. Group A Track Maintenance
All specialist elective units must be completed from one (1) of the selected groups (A - I).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4997 | TLIB3095A | Check and repair points and crossings | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S8268 | TLIB3094B | Check and repair track geometry | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S8322 | TLIS3026B | Implement track maintenance and construction | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WB068 | RIICCM203A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
5. Group B Track Construction
All specialist elective units must be completed from one (1) of the selected groups (A - I).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S8268 | TLIB3094B | Check and repair track geometry | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S8322 | TLIS3026B | Implement track maintenance and construction | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WB068 | RIICCM203A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
6. Group C Turnout Construction
All specialist elective units must be completed from one (1) of the selected groups (A - I).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S8322 | TLIS3026B | Implement track maintenance and construction | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S8327 | TLIS3045A | Install turnouts | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB068 | RIICCM203A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
7. Group D Track Welding
All specialist elective units must be completed from one (1) of the selected groups (A - I).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5368 | TLIW2012A | Grind rails | 18 | Unit of competency |
| S8339 | TLIW3035A | Heat and cut materials using oxy-LPG equipment for the rail industry | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB068 | RIICCM203A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
| D5384 | TLIW3015A | Weld rail using aluminothermic welding process | 40 | Unit of competency |
8. Group E Track Examination
All specialist elective units must be completed from one (1) of the selected groups (A - I).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4999 | TLIB3099A | Examine track infrastructure | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5000 | TLIB3100A | Visually inspect track infrastructure | 40 | Unit of competency |
9. Group F Rail Testing
All specialist elective units must be completed from one (1) of the selected groups (A - I).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5349 | TLIS3011A | Test rail using nondestructive testing equipment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D5348 | TLIS3010A | Test rail using ultrasonic equipment | 35 | Unit of competency |
10. Group G Timber/Composite Turnout Construction
All specialist elective units must be completed from one (1) of the selected groups (A - I).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S8326 | TLIS3041A | Construct timber or composite points and crossings | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB068 | RIICCM203A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
11. Group H Concrete/Steel Turnout Construction
All specialist elective units must be completed from one (1) of the selected groups (A - I).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S8325 | TLIS3040A | Construct concrete or steel points and crossings | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB068 | RIICCM203A | Read and interpret plans and specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W932 | TLI32510 | Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWQ2 | TLI32515 | Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
The entry requirement for this qualification is TLI21311 Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure (Track Work) or relevant industry experience gained by working in the rail infrastructure environment.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.