Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Mining Exploration
Certificate III in Mining Exploration
RII30513
J650
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 exploration geological technicians or mining geological technicians who perform tasks involving 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.
No licencing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of eighteen (18) units of competency made up of:- seven (7) core units, and
- eleven (11) elective units of which:
- at least six (6) must be chosen from group A
- up to five (5) must be chosen from group B
- up to one (1) unit may be chosen from Certificate II, Certificate III or Certificate IV level from this, or any other Training Package or accredited course.
Units chosen must be relevant to the job function.
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 seven (7) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH697 | RIISTD202D | Collect routine site samples | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH099 | RIICOM201D | Communicate in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH644 | RIIRIS201D | Conduct local risk control | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH256 | RIIENV201D | Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH616 | RIIQUA201D | Maintain and monitor site quality standards | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH750 | RIIWHS201D | Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least six (6) units 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH253 | RIIEGS304D | Mobilise equipment and materials | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH254 | RIIEGS305D | Navigate in remote or trackless areas | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH250 | RIIEGS301D | Operate and maintain instruments and field equipment | 120 | Unit of competency |
| WH248 | RIIEGS201D | Operate in isolated and remote situations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WH251 | RIIEGS302D | Plan and undertake field trip | 120 | Unit of competency |
| WH255 | RIIEGS306D | Prepare drill site | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH699 | RIISTD302D | Process data and maintain accurate records | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WE763 | CPPSIS3016A | Provide field support services | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH252 | RIIEGS303D | Provide geological field assistance | 100 | Unit of competency |
| WH035 | RIICAR301D | Rehabilitate exploration site | 50 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to five (5) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH659 | RIISAM209D | Carry out operational maintenance | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1022 | BSBSUS301A | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH740 | RIIVEH305D | Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG735 | HLTAID006 | Provide advanced first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH645 | RIIRIS202D | Respond to site based spills | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH698 | RIISTD301D | Take environmental samples and measurements | 80 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W669 | RII30509 | Certificate III in Mining Exploration | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZB7 | RII30515 | Certificate III in Mining Exploration | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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