Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (On shore)
Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (On shore)
RII32009
W684
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 21/03/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of employees such as a derrickman who perform 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.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of fourteen (14) Units of Competency made up of:- ten (10) core units, plus
- four (4) elective units of which:
- at least two (2) must come from the Group A electives
- up to two (2) units may come from the Group B electives, or from AQF level II, III or IV in this, or any other Training Package.
Units of competency chosen must be relevant to the competency requirements for the job function.
Care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified within imported units, or units chosen as electives, are complied with.
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB207 | RIIOGD301A | Conduct and maintain derrick operations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0712 | BSBFLM303C | Contribute to effective workplace relationships | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W8283 | MSAPMSUP172A | Identify and minimise environmental hazards | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB206 | RIIOGD209A | Operate and maintain ancillary equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WB596 | RIIOGN302A | Operate mud pumps | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB228 | RIIOGN303A | Operate mud systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB233 | RIIERR302A | Respond to local emergencies and incidents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB208 | RIIOGD302A | Trip casing | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB209 | RIIOGD303A | Trip pipe | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be completed
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3654 | MSAPMPER300C | Issue work permits | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W8937 | PMASUP236B | Operate vehicles in the field | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB204 | RIIOGD205A | Support blow out prevention operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. General Elective Units
Up to two (2) units may be completed
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB351 | RIIOHS202A | Enter and work in confined spaces | 24 | Unit of competency |
| WC369 | RIISAM204B | Operate small plant and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXF7 | DRT30903 | Certificate III in Drilling - Oil/Gas On shore | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J684 | RII32013 | Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (On shore) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of DEEWR.
2. Further information on this training package is available through www.ntis.gov.au, or contact TVET Australia Product Services, Melbourne Victoria, on Telephone: (03) 9832 8188.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by VET Teaching & Learning Directorate, WA Dept of Training & Workforce Development, on 10/02/2009.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.