Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure
Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure
TLI27121
BHH8
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 22/11/2021 | Current | Approved |
Description
This is a general qualification for a person engaged in basic operations within the rail infrastructure environment. It involves undertaking a range of tasks involving known routines and procedures and taking some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.
Job roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
Rail Infrastructure - Track Work
track worker
track installer
track maintainer
Rail Infrastructure - Structures
structures maintainer
Rail Infrastructure - Track Surfacing
plant operator
mobile plant operator
way gang driver
Rail Infrastructure - Tram or Light RailInfrastructure
tram infrastructure track worker level 1-3
light rail track worker.
Please note: RTO to insert on the testamur, the specialist elective unit group selected from the group choice below.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
A total of sixteen (16) units of competency comprising:- six (6) core units listed below, plus
- all units within one of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) from Group A, Group B, Group C or Group D listed below, plus
- three (3) general elective units from Group E listed below if selecting Group A or Group C, or
- four (4) general elective units from Group E listed below if selecting Group B, or
- six (6) general elective units from Group E listed below if selecting Group D.
Up to two (2) general elective units may be selected from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package. The general elective units must contribute to the vocational outcomes of the qualification.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified are complied with.
1. Core Units
All six (6) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVH56 | TLIU2008 | Apply environmental procedures to rail infrastructure | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ44 | TLIF2010 | Apply fatigue management strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODP67 | TLIF0025 | Follow work health and safety procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCY90 | TLIB0012 | Maintain and use hand tools | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ69 | TLIE1003 | Participate in basic workplace communication | 40 | Unit of competency |
| ODP43 | TLID0020 | Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: Track Work Elective Units
For the specialisation in Track Work, all seven (7) units must be completed from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVK75 | TLIB2085 | Apply track fundamentals | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVH74 | TLIS2044 | Carry out rail installation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AVH80 | TLIS2030 | Carry out track ballasting | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVH77 | TLIS2034 | Install and repair rail fastening systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVH79 | TLIS2031 | Install railway sleepers | 36 | Unit of competency |
| AVK72 | TLIB2092 | Operate minor mechanical equipment | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OCZ04 | TLIF0020 | Safely access the rail corridor | 10 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: Structures Elective Units
For the specialisation in Structures, all six (6) units must be completed from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVK74 | TLIB2086 | Apply awareness of structures fundamentals | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OBX22 | RIICCM201E | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| AVK76 | TLIB2084 | Carry out routine maintenance of structures | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVK72 | TLIB2092 | Operate minor mechanical equipment | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OCG82 | RIICCM203E | Read and interpret plans and job specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
| OCZ04 | TLIF0020 | Safely access the rail corridor | 10 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: Track Surfacing Elective Units
For the specialisation in Track Surfacing, all seven (7) units must be selected from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVK75 | TLIB2085 | Apply track fundamentals | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVH80 | TLIS2030 | Carry out track ballasting | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVK81 | TLIB2001 | Check and assess operational capabilities of equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVK82 | TLIB1093 | Clean equipment and restore worksite | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVK73 | TLIB2091 | Measure and record track geometry | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OCY86 | TLIC0010 | Propel and operate light on-track equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCZ04 | TLIF0020 | Safely access the rail corridor | 10 | Unit of competency |
| AVK13 | TLIC2058 | Travel medium or heavy self-propelled on-track equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D Tram or Light Rail Infrastructure Elective Units
For the specialisation in Tram or Light Rail Infrastructure, all four (4) units must be completed from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVK65 | TLIB2125 | Apply awareness of tram or light rail track fundamentals | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OBM75 | RIIWHS205E | Control traffic with stop-slow bat | 4 | Unit of competency |
| AVK72 | TLIB2092 | Operate minor mechanical equipment | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OAV35 | MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements | 48 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E General Elective Units
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGM7 | TLI27120 | Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.