Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Rail Driving
Certificate III in Rail Driving
TLI31410
W923
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 02/02/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
Rationale:
This is a general qualification for a person who drives a light rail train, tram or operates a monorail within a metropolitan or suburban transport environment. It involves 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. It may also include responsibility for coordinating the work of others.
Job roles:
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
Tram Driver
Light Rail Driver
Monorail Operator
Schedule
Packaging Rules
A successful assessment outcome for a total of sixteen (16) units of competency (depending on the group selected) comprising:- eight (8) core units plus
- five (5) units from one (1) of the selected specialisation group A or B plus
- three (3) elective units which should be taken from the elective units listed below, or may include up to six (6) units drawn with appropriate contextualisation from any currently endorsed currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
Where the choice of a unit from another currently endorsed National Training Package or accredited course is made, this unit must contribute towards the vocational outcome of the qualification.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all pre-requisites specified are complied with.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) core units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5125 | TLIF2006A | Apply accident-emergency procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5163 | TLII1002A | Apply customer service skills | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5126 | TLIF2010A | Apply fatigue management strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5122 | TLIF1001A | Follow occupational health and safety procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5096 | TLIE1003A | Participate in basic workplace communication | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5100 | TLIE2008A | Process workplace documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5099 | TLIE2007A | Use communication systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5154 | TLIG1001A | Work effectively with others | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Tram/Light Rail Specialisation Units
Five (5) units must be completed for one (1) specialisation group A or B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5039 | TLIC3034A | Berth and shut down an electric tram | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5038 | TLIC3033A | Drive an electric tram to operational requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D4993 | TLIB3078A | Inspect, prepare and start an electric tram | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5037 | TLIC3032A | Operate and monitor a passenger electric tram | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D5148 | TLIF4061A | Respond to electric tram-driving emergencies and abnormal situations | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Monorail Specialisation Units
Five (5) units must be completed for one (1) specialisation group A or B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5097 | TLIE1005A | Carry out basic workplace calculations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5271 | TLIO3012A | Manage disruptive and/or unlawful behaviour | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5044 | TLIC3039A | Operate and monitor a monorail train | 90 | Unit of competency |
| D5263 | TLIO2011A | Provide revenue protection measures | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D5061 | TLID1001A | Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | 20 | Unit of competency |
4. Elective Units
Three (3) units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5041 | TLIC3036A | Apply safe car driving behaviours | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5140 | TLIF3058A | Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functions | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5097 | TLIE1005A | Carry out basic workplace calculations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S8264 | TLIB2001A | Check and assess operational capabilities of equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5263 | TLIO2011A | Provide revenue protection measures | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D5286 | TLIP2033A | Sell products and services | 24 | Unit of competency |
| D5061 | TLID1001A | Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D4970 | TLIB3002A | Test equipment and isolate faults | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5029 | TLIC3011A | Transport passengers with disabilities | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5155 | TLIG2007A | Work in a socially diverse environment | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W746 | TLI31409 | Certificate III in Rail Driving | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWS9 | TLI31415 | Certificate III in Rail Driving | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements:
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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