Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Driving Operations
Certificate III in Driving Operations
TLI31210
W921
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.00 | 17/02/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
Rationale:
This qualification is designed for driving operation job roles within the Transport and Logistics Industry. Successful completion of the qualification will require competence in units of competency that relate to the job role requirements defined as aligned at AQF Level 3. Successful completion of the licensing units within the qualification must align with licensing and regulatory requirements applicable to driving and state/territory regulatory requirements.
Job roles:
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
Line Haul Driver
Local Heavy General Freight Driver
Interstate Driver.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Requirements for completion of the qualification:A successful assessment outcome for a total of eighteen (18) to twenty (20) units of competency (depending on the group) comprising:
- six (6) core units plus
- at least one (1) licensing or industry unit relevant to the vehicle type applicable to the
job role plus
- all units within one (1) of the selected group (job roles), plus
- six (6) elective units which may be taken from the elective units listed in the qualification outline, or may include up to three (3) units drawn with appropriate contextualisation from this Training Package, and/or from Certificate III qualifications in other relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all pre-requisites specified are complied with.
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5126 | TLIF2010A | Apply fatigue management strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5097 | TLIE1005A | Carry out basic workplace calculations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5193 | TLIL1001A | Complete workplace orientation/induction procedures | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D5122 | TLIF1001A | Follow occupational health and safety procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5159 | TLIH2001A | Interpret road maps and navigate pre-determined routes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5061 | TLID1001A | Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group H Livestock Units
All units within one (1) group (A - L) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5079 | TLID3020A | Care for livestock in transit | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5103 | TLIE3002A | Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D5077 | TLID3014A | Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5104 | TLIE3004A | Prepare workplace documents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5100 | TLIE2008A | Process workplace documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Group I Wood Products Units
All units within one (1) group (A - L) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4972 | TLIB3006A | Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D4946 | TLIB2004A | Carry out vehicle inspection | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5103 | TLIE3002A | Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D5104 | TLIE3004A | Prepare workplace documents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D4883 | TLIA1001A | Secure cargo | 20 | Unit of competency |
4. Group K Dangerous Goods Units
All units within one (1) group (A - L) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Note: TLILIC3013A and/or UEGNSG603B to be chosen, depending on the job role.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5063 | TLID2003A | Handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5078 | TLID3015A | Identify and label explosives and dangerous goods | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5069 | TLID2016A | Load and unload explosives and dangerous goods | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S8205 | UEGNSG603B | Load, unload and exchanging gas cylinders | 72 | Unit of competency |
| D5252 | TLILIC3013A | Preparation to transport dangerous goods by road | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D5082 | TLID3027A | Prepare for transport of dangerous goods | 40 | Unit of competency |
5. Group L Over Dimensional Units
All units within one (1) group (A - L) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4972 | TLIB3006A | Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5103 | TLIE3002A | Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D5077 | TLID3014A | Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5104 | TLIE3004A | Prepare workplace documents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D4883 | TLIA1001A | Secure cargo | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5105 | TLIE3009A | Use pilot and escort communication | 20 | Unit of competency |
6. General Elective Units
Six (6) units may be chosen from the general elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
7. Licensing / Industry Units
At least one (1) licensing or industry unit must be chosen.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5027 | TLIC3005A | Drive heavy combination vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5026 | TLIC3004A | Drive heavy rigid vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5015 | TLIC2002A | Drive light rigid vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5025 | TLIC3003A | Drive medium rigid vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5055 | TLIC4006A | Drive multi-combination vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG239 | TLILIC3017B | Licence to drive a heavy combination vehicle | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WG238 | TLILIC2016B | Licence to drive a heavy rigid vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG236 | TLILIC2014B | Licence to drive a light rigid vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG237 | TLILIC2015B | Licence to drive a medium rigid vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG240 | TLILIC3018B | Licence to drive a multi combination vehicle | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D5014 | TLIC1051A | Operate commercial vehicle | 30 | Unit of competency |
8. Group A Heavy General Freight Units
All units within one (1) group (A - L) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4948 | TLIB2008A | Carry out inspection of trailers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D4946 | TLIB2004A | Carry out vehicle inspection | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5107 | TLIE3012A | Consolidate manifest documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5064 | TLID2004A | Load and unload goods/cargo | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5104 | TLIE3004A | Prepare workplace documents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5100 | TLIE2008A | Process workplace documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D4883 | TLIA1001A | Secure cargo | 20 | Unit of competency |
9. Group B Agitator Units
All units within one (1) group (A - L) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5180 | TLIJ2001A | Apply quality procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4946 | TLIB2004A | Carry out vehicle inspection | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WA946 | PMC552061C | Deliver concrete to site | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5064 | TLID2004A | Load and unload goods/cargo | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5100 | TLIE2008A | Process workplace documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5099 | TLIE2007A | Use communication systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
10. Group C Bus Units
All units within one (1) group (A - L) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4946 | TLIB2004A | Carry out vehicle inspection | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5045 | TLIC3042A | Operate coach/bus | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D5104 | TLIE3004A | Prepare workplace documents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5170 | TLII3009A | Provide on-board services to customers | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5029 | TLIC3011A | Transport passengers with disabilities | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5155 | TLIG2007A | Work in a socially diverse environment | 20 | Unit of competency |
11. Group D Refrigerated Units
All units within one (1) group (A - L) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4972 | TLIB3006A | Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D4946 | TLIB2004A | Carry out vehicle inspection | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5064 | TLID2004A | Load and unload goods/cargo | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5104 | TLIE3004A | Prepare workplace documents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D4922 | TLIA4025A | Regulate temperature controlled stock | 20 | Unit of competency |
12. Group E Pilot Vehicle Units
All units within one (1) group (A - L) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5141 | TLIF3060A | Control traffic as a pilot vehicle operator | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D5028 | TLIC3010A | Pilot or escort oversized and/or overmassed loads | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5104 | TLIE3004A | Prepare workplace documents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5100 | TLIE2008A | Process workplace documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5105 | TLIE3009A | Use pilot and escort communication | 20 | Unit of competency |
13. Group F Dry / Liquid Units
All units within one (1) group (A - L) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Note: TLID201A and/or TLID3024A may be chosen, depending on the job role.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4946 | TLIB2004A | Carry out vehicle inspection | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D4954 | TLIB2073A | Clean road tankers | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5103 | TLIE3002A | Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D5104 | TLIE3004A | Prepare workplace documents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5072 | TLID2021A | Use specialised bulk transfer equipment (dry) | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5081 | TLID3024A | Use specialised liquid bulk transfer equipment (gravity/pressurised) | 40 | Unit of competency |
14. Group G Car Carrier Units
All units within one (1) group (A - L) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4972 | TLIB3006A | Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5064 | TLID2004A | Load and unload goods/cargo | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5077 | TLID3014A | Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5104 | TLIE3004A | Prepare workplace documents | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D4883 | TLIA1001A | Secure cargo | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W743 | TLI31209 | Certificate III in Driving Operations | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZR3 | TLI31216 | Certificate III in Driving Operations | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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