Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Mining Exploration
Certificate III in Mining Exploration
RII30520
BFH6
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 23/03/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 12/03/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 23/09/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as exploration geological technicians or mining geological technicians 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 and/or contingency measures.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licencing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = thirteen (13)- five (5) core units plus
- eight (8) elective units, of which:
- no more than one (1) unit may be chosen from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.
The elective bank contains both licensed and non-licensed units of competency relating to high risk work in the resources and infrastructure industry. To be appointed under any statutory requirements in related roles, units of competency should be selected to meet the state/territory licensing requirements.
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 five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBO93 | RIICOM301E | Communicate information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCC89 | RIIRIS201E | Conduct local risk control | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OBX18 | RIIENV201E | Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCD30 | HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OBV80 | RIIWHS201E | Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Up to eight (8) units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZB7 | RII30515 | Certificate III in Mining Exploration | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships