Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management
Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management
RII50913
J674
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 07/12/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of mine managers who work in an underground coal mine who perform tasks involving a high level of autonomy and requiring the application of significant judgement in planning and determining the selection of equipment/roles/techniques for themselves and others. They are required to demonstrate the application of a broad range of technical, managerial, coordination and planning and implement safety management plans.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the qualification.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of twelve (12) units of competency made up of:- nine (9) core units,
- three (3) elective units of which:
- one (1) must be chosen from group A, and,
- at least one (1) must be chosen from group B, and,
- up to one (1) may be chosen from group C, and,
- up to one (1) may be chosen from a Certificate IV, 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 both licensed and non-licensed units of competency relating to high risk work in the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package. 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 nine (9) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH648 | RIIRIS402D | Carry out the risk management process | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH622 | RIIRAI501D | Implement mine transport systems and production equipment | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH624 | RIIRAI503D | Implement site services and infrastructure systems | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH366 | RIIMCU502D | Implement the gas management plan | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH369 | RIIMCU505D | Implement the inrush management plan | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH365 | RIIMCU501D | Implement the spontaneous combustion management plan | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH370 | RIIMCU506D | Implement the strata management plan | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH729 | RIIUND501D | Implement the ventilation management plan | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH285 | RIIERR501D | Implement underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
One (1) unit 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH025 | RIIBLA302D | Conduct shotfiring operations in underground coal mines | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH020 | RIIBLA202D | Support underground shotfiring operations | 80 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
At least one (1) units must 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH100 | RIICOM301D | Communicate Information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH755 | RIIWHS301D | Conduct safety and health investigations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE723 | BSBWHS401A | Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH367 | RIIMCU503D | Implement the gas drainage management plan | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH369 | RIIMCU505D | Implement the inrush management plan | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH368 | RIIMCU504D | Implement the outburst management plan | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH590 | RIIPRM501D | Implement, monitor, rectify and report on contracts | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH627 | RIIRAI506D | Implement, monitor, rectify and report on inventory control system | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH732 | RIIUND603D | Manage, operate and maintain the mine ventilation system | 60 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
Up to one (1) unit may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH292 | RIIGOV401D | Apply, monitor and report on compliance systems | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D0760 | BSBINN502A | Build and sustain an innovative work environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0798 | BSBLED501A | Develop a workplace learning environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB921 | BSBWOR502B | Ensure team effectiveness | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D4868 | BSBMGT516C | Facilitate continuous improvement | 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 |
| D0847 | BSBMGT515A | Manage operational plan | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB920 | BSBWOR501B | Manage personal work priorities and professional development | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1013 | BSBSMB402A | Plan small business finances | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D800 | RII50912 | Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZA9 | RII50915 | Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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