Qualification Outline
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Certificate I in Food Processing
Certificate I in Food Processing
Qualification
National Code:
FDF10103
FDF10103
State Code:
W050
W050
TGA Status:
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0303 - Process And Resources Engineering
Original TGA Release Date
03/07/2003
Approved Date
10/12/2003
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
210
Duration
Unspecified
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/07/2003
VET Act Conditions
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 03/07/2003 | Current | Approved |
Description
Schedule
1.
Learner to complete ALL core units.
CORE
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W0865 | FDFCORWCM1A | Communicate workplace information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W0873 | FDFCORFSY1A | Follow work procedures to maintain food safety | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W0868 | FDFCORHS1A | Follow work procedures to maintain health and safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W0871 | FDFCORQAS1A | Follow work procedures to maintain quality | 20 | Unit of competency |
2.
ELECTIVES:
Learner to complete 4 units with at least 2 and up to 4 units from the AQF 1 specialist set, a maximum of 2 units from the AQF 1 optional set and a maximum of 1 unit from the AQF 2 specialist or optional sets.
The Food Processing Training Package FDF03 should be consulted for a complete list of units in each set, the AQF levels of units and for further information on the packaging requirements. The Training Package should also be consulted for information on pre-requisite units.
OPTIONAL
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1198 | FDFOPTSPC2A | Apply principles of statistical process control | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W0977 | FDFOPTCRM2A | Conduct routine maintenance | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W1161 | FDFOPTENV1A | Follow work procedures to maintain environmental standards | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W0978 | FDFOPTENV2A | Implement environmental policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W0944 | FDFOPTISP2A | Implement sampling procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1160 | FDFOPTMR1A | Measure and record workplace information | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W1200 | FDFOPTSA2A | Participate in sensory analyses | 35 | Unit of competency |
| W0980 | FDFOPTTG2A | Participate in work teams and groups | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1201 | FDFOPTWFS2A | Work in a food handling area for non-food handlers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W1202 | FDFOPTSD2A | Work in a socially diverse environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
3.
MULTI SECTOR SPECIALIST:
CLEANING AND SANITATION
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W0943 | FDFZCSCS2A | Clean and sanitize equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1162 | FDFZCSCIP2A | Clean equipment in place | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W1026 | FDFZCSAW1A | Operate automated washing equipment | 15 | Unit of competency |
4.
MULTI SECTOR SPECIALIST: MATERIALS HANDLING
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1028 | FDFZMHMH1A | Carry out manual handling tasks | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W1027 | FDFZMHLU2A | Load and unload tankers | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1163 | FDFZMHDT2A | Operate a bulk dry goods transfer process | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W1164 | FDFZMHLT2A | Operate a bulk liquid transfer process | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W1165 | FDFZMHFS2A | Work in a freezer storage area | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1029 | FDFZMHTS2A | Work with temperature controlled stock | 30 | Unit of competency |
5.
MULTI SECTOR SPECIALIST: PACKAGING
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1030 | FDFZPKFCC2A | Fill and close product in cans | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W1175 | FDFZPKBSB2A | Operate a blending, sieving and bagging process | 45 | Unit of competency |
| W1176 | FDFZPKFS2A | Operate a fill and seal process | 55 | Unit of competency |
| W1177 | FDFZPKFFS2A | Operate a form, fill and seal process | 55 | Unit of competency |
| W1032 | FDFZPKPP2A | Operate a packaging process | 40 | Unit of competency |
| E0550 | FDFZZPM1A | Pack product manually | 10 | Unit of competency |
6.
MULTI SECTOR SPECIALIST: PREPARING AND MIXING
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1034 | FDFZPMDNB2A | Dispense non-bulk ingredients | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1035 | FDFZPMIS1A | Inspect and sort materials and product | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1036 | FDFZPMMB2A | Operate a mixing/blending process | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W1155 | FDFZPMBM1A | Prepare basic mixes | 20 | Unit of competency |
7.
MULTI SECTOR SPECIALIST: PRODUCTION
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1157 | FDFZPRMP1A | Monitor process operation | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W1052 | FDFZPRTC2A | Operate a chocolate tempering process | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1040 | FDFZPRHT2A | Operate a heat treatment process | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W1046 | FDFZPRPR2A | Operate a production process | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W1038 | FDFZPREP2A | Operate an evaporation process | 60 | Unit of competency |
| W1158 | FDFZPRBE1A | Operate basic equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W1156 | FDFZPRW1A | Participate effectively in a workplace environment | 30 | Unit of competency |
8.
MULTI SECTOR SPECIALIST:RETAIL
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N0722 | WRRS2B | Advise on products and services | 27 | Unit of competency |
| N0673 | WRRF1B | Balance register/terminal | 18 | Unit of competency |
| N0668 | WRRCS3B | Interact with customers | 36 | Unit of competency |
| N0699 | WRRM1B | Merchandise products | 36 | Unit of competency |
| N0661 | WRRCA1B | Operate retail equipment | 21 | Unit of competency |
| N0688 | WRRI1B | Perform stock control procedures | 36 | Unit of competency |
9.
SECTOR SPECIALIST: AERATED WATERS
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1180 | FDFAWDMC2A | Operate a deaeration, mixing and carbonation process | 55 | Unit of competency |
10.
SECTOR SPECIALIST: BISCUIT
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W0946 | FDFBISETP2A | Manufacture extruded and toasted products | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W0948 | FDFBISRC2A | Manufacture rye crisp breads | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W0949 | FDFBISWP2A | Manufacture wafer products | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W0947 | FDFBISFS2A | Operate a forming/shaping process | 50 | Unit of competency |
11.
SECTOR SPECIALIST: CAKE
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1181 | FDFCAKCSP2A | Operate a cooling and slicing process | 45 | Unit of competency |
12.
SECTOR SPECIALIST: CONFECTIONARY
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W0950 | FDFCONFBS2A | Operate a boiled confectionery process | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W0952 | FDFCONFDP2A | Operate a confectionery depositing process | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W0953 | FDFCONFGC2A | Operate a granulation and compression process | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W0955 | FDFCONFSM2A | Operate a starch moulding process | 50 | Unit of competency |
13.
SECTOR SPECIALIST: DAIRY PROCESSING
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W0956 | FDFDPBC2B | Operate a butter churning process | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W0960 | FDFDPCM2B | Operate a cheese pressing and moulding process | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W0961 | FDFDPFP2B | Operate a fermentation process | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W0963 | FDFDPMP2B | Operate a membrane process | 60 | Unit of competency |
14.
SECTOR SPECIALIST: EDIBLE OILS AND FATS
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W0964 | FDFEOBP2B | Operate a bleaching process | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W0966 | FDFEOFL2A | Operate a flake preparation process | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W0967 | FDFEOFP2B | Operate a fractionation process | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W0970 | FDFEONP2B | Operate a neutralisation process | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W0971 | FDFEOWP2B | Operate a winterisation process | 20 | Unit of competency |
15.
SECTOR SPECIALIST:FLOUR MILLING
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1187 | FDFFMCO2B | Operate a grain conditioning process | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W0973 | FDFFMSG2B | Operate a scalping and grading process | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W0974 | FDFFMSS2B | Operate a scratch and sizing process | 20 | Unit of competency |
16.
SECTOR SPECIALSIT: FRUIT AND VEGETABLE
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W0976 | FDFFVFP2B | Operate a freezing process | 60 | Unit of competency |
17.
SECTOR SPECIALIST: HONEY PROCESSING
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1188 | FDFHYCH2A | Operate a creamed honey manufacture process | 55 | Unit of competency |
18.
SECTOR SPECIALSIT: ICE PROCESSING
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1189 | FDFICIM2A | Operate an ice manufacturing process | 55 | Unit of competency |
19.
SECTOR SPECIALIST: POULTRY
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W0997 | FDFPODM2B | Operate a dicing/stripping or mincing process | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1000 | FDFPOOIM2A | Operate a marinade injecting process | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1002 | FDFPOSK2B | Operate a stunning, killing and defeathering process | 40 | Unit of competency |
| W1195 | FDFPOAC2A | Operate an automated cutting process | 35 | Unit of competency |
| W1001 | FDFPORH2A | Operate the bird receival and hanging process | 20 | Unit of competency |
20.
SECTOR SPECIALIST: STOCKFEED MILLING
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W1023 | FDFSFGP2B | Operate a grinding process | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W1024 | FDFSFPFP2A | Operate a pelleting process | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| E075 | FDF10198 | Certificate I in Food Processing | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S760 | FDF10110 | Certificate I in Food Processing | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
This training program is a representation of the qualification code FDF10103 taken from the FOOD PROCESSING TRAINING PACKAGE FDF03 which should be consulted for a full description of requirements. FDF03 is endorsed until April 2006.
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the METS CSSN on 26 November,2003
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by the METS CSSN on 26 November,2003
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