Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 10:08 AM AWST
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Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (Off shore)
Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (Off shore)
RII31909
W683
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 29/05/2013 | 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 thirteen (13) Units of Competency made up of:- ten (10) core units, plus
- three (3) elective units of which:
- at least one (1) must come from the Group A electives
- up to one (1) from the Group B electives
- up to one (1) unit may come 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC367 | RIIRIS301B | Apply risk management processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WB150 | RIICOM201A | Communicate in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB207 | RIIOGD301A | Conduct and maintain derrick operations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB234 | RIIERR304A | Control emergencies and critical situations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W8283 | MSAPMSUP172A | Identify and minimise environmental hazards | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB390 | RIIQUA201A | Maintain and monitor site quality standards | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WB206 | RIIOGD209A | Operate and maintain ancillary equipment | 40 | 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 one (1) unit must be completed
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB207 | RIIOGD301A | Conduct and maintain derrick operations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB595 | RIIOGF302A | Operate drilling fluids and mud pits | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
One (1) unit to be completed
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9255 | HLTFA402B | Apply advanced first aid | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXF6 | DRT30803 | Certificate III in Drilling - Oil/Gas Off shore | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J652 | RII31913 | Certificate III in Drilling Oil & Gas (Off 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.
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