Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Explosives
Diploma of Explosives
DEF50320
BFU3
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 26/10/2020 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification allows for the attainment of competencies in explosive ordnance.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Twelve (12) units of competency are required for this qualification:- Two (2) core units
- Ten (10) elective units
Choose a minimum of eight (8) electives from the list below, of which at least four (4) must be taken from Group A.
Choose the remaining two (2) electives from the list below or 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 the occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.
Where a prerequisite unit is attached to an elective unit it is identified by this symbol ∟ on TGA.
The prerequisite units attached to any of the elective units must be undertaken and are additional to the number of elective units required for the qualification.
Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
1. Core units
All two (2) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVJ76 | TLID1001 | Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AVS35 | DEFEXO001 | Work safely with explosive ordnance | 0 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: Specialisation units
A minimum of four (4) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B: General elective units
Up to six (6) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWW3 | DEF52115 | Diploma of Explosive Ordnance | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships