Qualification Outline

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Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure

Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure

Qualification
National Code:
TLI37121
State Code:
BHI6
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0399 - Other Engineering And Related Technologies
Original TGA Release Date
22/11/2021
Approved Date
14/03/2022
Stream of Study
Subsequent to Initial Vocational (4000)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
278
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2021
VET Act Conditions
—
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 22/11/2021 Current Approved
Description

This is a general qualification for a person engaged in the rail infrastructure environment who performs tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a wide variety of contexts. It 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:
Rail Infrastructure - Track Maintenance and Construction
senior track maintainer
ganger
Rail Infrastructure - Turnout Installation
specialist track installer
ganger
Rail Infrastructure - Track Welding
track welder
Rail Infrastructure - Track Examination
track examiner
Rail Infrastructure - Rail Testing
rail tester
Rail Infrastructure -Turnout Construction
turnout builder
points and crossings builder
Rail Infrastructure - Rail Track Surfacing
rail track surfacer
Rail Infrastructure - Track Drainage Maintenance
track drainage maintainer
Rail Infrastructure - Tram or Light Rail
tram infrastructure track worker level 4
light rail track worker.
Please note: RTO to insert on the testamur, the specialist elective unit group selected from the group choice below.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
A total of eleven (11) units of competency comprising:
- Four (4) core units listed below, plus
- all units within one of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) from Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E, Group F, Group G, Group H or Group I listed below; plus
- Two (2) general elective units from Group J listed below if selecting Groups: C or I; or
- Three (3) general elective units from Group J listed below if selecting Groups: A or B; or
- Four (4) general elective units from Group J listed below if selecting Groups: D, E, F, G or H.
- Up to two (2) of the general elective units may be selected from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package. The general elective units must contribute to the vocational outcomes of the qualification.

Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified are complied with.
1. Core Units

Four (4) core units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
ODP88 TLIJ0003 Apply quality systems 45 Unit of competency
AVJ64 TLIE2029 Conduct workplace information briefings 15 Unit of competency
AVJ35 TLIF3003 Implement and monitor work health and safety procedures 30 Unit of competency
AVJ66 TLIE2007 Use communications systems 20 Unit of competency
2. Group A Track Maintenance and Construction Elective Units

All units within one (1) of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) from Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E, Group F, Group G, Group H or Group I must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBX22 RIICCM201E Carry out measurements and calculations 16 Unit of competency
AVK45 TLIB3094 Check and repair track geometry 35 Unit of competency
AVH67 TLIS3026 Implement track maintenance and construction 35 Unit of competency
OCG82 RIICCM203E Read and interpret plans and job specifications 32 Unit of competency
3. Group B Turnout Installation Elective Units

All units within one (1) of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) from Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E, Group F, Group G, Group H or Group I must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBX22 RIICCM201E Carry out measurements and calculations 16 Unit of competency
AVH67 TLIS3026 Implement track maintenance and construction 35 Unit of competency
OCY97 TLIS0003 Install turnouts 20 Unit of competency
OCG82 RIICCM203E Read and interpret plans and job specifications 32 Unit of competency
4. Group C Track Welding Elective Units

All units within one (1) of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) from Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E, Group F, Group G, Group H or Group I must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBX22 RIICCM201E Carry out measurements and calculations 16 Unit of competency
OCY74 TLIW0004 Grind rails 18 Unit of competency
OCY78 TLIW0006 Heat and cut materials using oxy-LPG equipment for the rail industry 20 Unit of competency
OCG82 RIICCM203E Read and interpret plans and job specifications 32 Unit of competency
AVH35 TLIW3015 Weld rail using aluminothermic welding process 40 Unit of competency
5. Group D Track Examination Elective Units

All units within one (1) of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) from Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E, Group F, Group G, Group H or Group I must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBX22 RIICCM201E Carry out measurements and calculations 16 Unit of competency
AVK42 TLIB3099 Examine track infrastructure 20 Unit of competency
AVK41 TLIB3100 Visually inspect track infrastructure 40 Unit of competency
6. Group E Rail Testing Elective Units

All units within one (1) of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) from Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E, Group F, Group G, Group H or Group I must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBX22 RIICCM201E Carry out measurements and calculations 16 Unit of competency
AVH70 TLIS3011 Test rail using nondestructive testing equipment 35 Unit of competency
AVH72 TLIS3010 Test rail using ultrasonic equipment 35 Unit of competency
7. Group F Turnout Construction Elective Units

All units within one (1) of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) from Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E, Group F, Group G, Group H or Group I must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBX22 RIICCM201E Carry out measurements and calculations 16 Unit of competency
OCY92 TLIS0001 Construct and assemble points and crossings 20 Unit of competency
OCG82 RIICCM203E Read and interpret plans and job specifications 32 Unit of competency
8. Group G Rail Track Surfacing Elective Units

All units within one (1) of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) from Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E, Group F, Group G, Group H or Group I must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVK45 TLIB3094 Check and repair track geometry 35 Unit of competency
AVH67 TLIS3026 Implement track maintenance and construction 35 Unit of competency
OCY91 TLIS0004 Measure and mark track for resurfacing 40 Unit of competency
9. Group H Track Drainage Maintenance Elective Units

All units within one (1) of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) from Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E, Group F, Group G, Group H or Group I must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBX22 RIICCM201E Carry out measurements and calculations 16 Unit of competency
OCY85 TLIS0002 Install and maintain surface track drainage 35 Unit of competency
OCG82 RIICCM203E Read and interpret plans and job specifications 32 Unit of competency
10. Group I Tram or Light Rail Elective Units

All units within one (1) of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) from Group A, Group B, Group C, Group D, Group E, Group F, Group G, Group H or Group I must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OBX22 RIICCM201E Carry out measurements and calculations 16 Unit of competency
AVK05 TLIC3003 Drive medium rigid vehicle 40 Unit of competency
OBM88 RIIWHS302E Implement traffic management plans 16 Unit of competency
OAA36 TLIE0002 Process workplace documentation 20 Unit of competency
OCG82 RIICCM203E Read and interpret plans and job specifications 32 Unit of competency
11. Group J General Elective Units

Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVK40 TLIB3102 Adjust rail 40 Unit of competency
AVJ45 TLIF2006 Apply accident-emergency procedures 20 Unit of competency
ODQ06 TLII0005 Apply customer service skills 20 Unit of competency
OAA33 TLIF0008 Apply safety critical communications in the rail environment 25 Unit of competency
AVJ32 TLIF3058 Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functions 40 Unit of competency
OBN17 RIIRIS401E Apply site risk management system 40 Unit of competency
AVK44 TLIB3095 Check and repair points and crossings 40 Unit of competency
OBO40 NWPCAD002 Control vegetation on a site 20 Unit of competency
AVK42 TLIB3099 Examine track infrastructure 20 Unit of competency
OCT87 AHCPCM205 Fell small trees 35 Unit of competency
OCY73 TLIW0003 Grind rail on tram/light rail systems 15 Unit of competency
OCY79 TLIW0005 Grind switches and crossings 18 Unit of competency
OCY78 TLIW0006 Heat and cut materials using oxy-LPG equipment for the rail industry 20 Unit of competency
AVH46 TLIW2028 Identify the principles of ballast cleaning operations 5 Unit of competency
AVH45 TLIW2029 Identify the principles of ballast regulator operations 5 Unit of competency
AVH44 TLIW2030 Identify the principles of dynamic track stabaliser operations 5 Unit of competency
AVH41 TLIW2033 Identify the principles of mechanised track laying operations 5 Unit of competency
AVH43 TLIW2031 Identify the principles of self-propelled rail grinder operations 5 Unit of competency
AVH42 TLIW2032 Identify the principles of tamping machine operations 5 Unit of competency
AVH53 TLIU4001 Implement and monitor environmental protection policies and procedures 20 Unit of competency
AVH68 TLIS3025 Implement ballast unloading 35 Unit of competency
AVJ27 TLIF3089 Implement fatigue management policies and procedures for rail infrastructure 30 Unit of competency
AVH67 TLIS3026 Implement track maintenance and construction 35 Unit of competency
AVK55 TLIB3040 Inspect poles and associated hardware 40 Unit of competency
AVK70 TLIB2097 Install and maintain guard rails 18 Unit of competency
AVK28 TLIB4071 Install and maintain pole mounted switches and transformers 20 Unit of competency
OCY85 TLIS0002 Install and maintain surface track drainage 35 Unit of competency
AVH76 TLIS2035 Install and repair fences and gates 35 Unit of competency
AVH65 TLIS3037 Install and repair rail earthworks 40 Unit of competency
AVH77 TLIS2034 Install and repair rail fastening systems 40 Unit of competency
AVH78 TLIS2033 Install and repair temporary track supports 36 Unit of competency
AVH85 TLIS2012 Install and service rail lubrication equipment 18 Unit of competency
ODQ11 TLIG0002 Lead a work team 40 Unit of competency
OCO88 CPCCLDG3001 Licence to perform dogging 80 Unit of competency
AVK73 TLIB2091 Measure and record track geometry 18 Unit of competency
ODP96 TLID0016 Operate a forklift 35 Unit of competency
OCY80 TLID0012 Operate a vehicle-mounted loading crane 40 Unit of competency
BAS06 AHCMOM213 Operate and maintain chainsaws 35 Unit of competency
AVK72 TLIB2092 Operate minor mechanical equipment 18 Unit of competency
AVH32 TLIW3027 Operate minor track equipment 20 Unit of competency
AVJ92 TLIC3045 Operate road/rail vehicle 25 Unit of competency
OAA36 TLIE0002 Process workplace documentation 20 Unit of competency
AWY86 TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction 40 Unit of competency
OBR27 TLIF0015 Recognise the impact of human capabilities/limitations on human performance in a rail environment 25 Unit of competency
AVK13 TLIC2058 Travel medium or heavy self-propelled on-track equipment 20 Unit of competency
AVI82 TLIK2010 Use infotechnology devices in the workplace 40 Unit of competency
AVH28 TLIW3043 Weld rail on tram/light rail systems using electric welding process 20 Unit of competency
OCY76 TLIW0008 Weld rail using flashbutt welding process 80 Unit of competency
ODP89 TLIG0003 Work effectively with others in a team 35 Unit of competency
AVI99 TLIG2007 Work in a socially diverse environment 20 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BGM6 TLI37120 Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure Qualification
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
BHV6 TLI37122 Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

The entry requirement for this qualification is Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure, or relevant industry experience gained by working in the rail infrastructure environment.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
(TR08430) RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE (LEVEL 3) Traineeship

Part-time is defined as a minimum of 20 hours per week.