Qualification Outline
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Advanced Diploma of Surface Coal Mining Management
Advanced Diploma of Surface Coal Mining Management
RII60713
J635
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 07/12/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of open cut coal mine managers who perform tasks that are broad, specialised, complex and technical and include strategic areas and initiating activities. They are required to demonstrate self-directed application of theoretical and technical knowledge and initiate solutions to technical problems or management requirements.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of fourteen (14) units of competency made up of:- six (6) core units, and
- eight (8) elective units of which:
- at least four (4) must be chosen from group A
- up to four (4) may be chosen from group B
- up to two (2) units may be chosen from Diploma or Advanced Diploma level from this or any other Training Package or accredited course
Units chosen must be relevant to the job function.
There are no prerequisites to imported units listed in this qualification. Where a unit is imported as an elective care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified are complied with.
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH619 | RIIQUA601D | Establish and maintain a quality system | 65 | Unit of competency |
| WH288 | RIIERR601D | Establish and maintain mine emergency preparedness and response systems | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WH264 | RIIENV601D | Establish and maintain the environmental management system | 90 | Unit of competency |
| WH651 | RIIRIS601D | Establish and maintain the risk management system | 70 | Unit of competency |
| WH762 | RIIWHS601D | Establish and maintain the WHS management system | 70 | Unit of competency |
| WH294 | RIIGOV601D | Establish, maintain and develop a statutory compliance management system | 80 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH731 | RIIUND602D | Establish and maintain mine services systems | 120 | Unit of competency |
| WH685 | RIISAM601D | Establish and maintain plant, equipment and infrastructure maintenance system | 90 | Unit of competency |
| WH393 | RIIMEX602D | Establish and maintain surface mining ground control and slope stability systems | 120 | Unit of competency |
| WH632 | RIIRAI601D | Establish and maintain the site infrastructure and fixed plant systems | 120 | Unit of competency |
| WH695 | RIISRM601D | Establish and maintain the stockpile management system | 90 | Unit of competency |
| WH749 | RIIWBP601D | Establish and maintain waste and by-product management system | 90 | Unit of competency |
| WH772 | RIIWMG601D | Establish and maintain water management system | 90 | Unit of competency |
| WH392 | RIIMEX601D | Plan pit development | 90 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to four (4) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH007 | RIIBEF601D | Conduct business negotiations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D0853 | BSBMGT617A | Develop and implement a business plan | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D0852 | BSBMGT616A | Develop and implement strategic plans | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D0947 | BSBPMG609A | Direct procurement and contracting for a project program | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WH649 | RIIRIS403D | Manage and coordinate spill response | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0708 | BSBFIM501A | Manage budgets and financial plans | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D4869 | BSBMGT608C | Manage innovation and continuous improvement | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D0756 | BSBINM601A | Manage knowledge and information | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH287 | RIIERR504D | Manage major incidents and emergencies | 70 | Unit of competency |
| D0849 | BSBMGT605B | Provide leadership across the organisation | 60 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W712 | RII60709 | Advanced Diploma of Surface Coal Mining Management | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZD8 | RII60715 | Advanced Diploma of Surface Coal Mining Management | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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