Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Mining Field/Exploration Operations
Certificate II in Mining Field/Exploration Operations
Qualification
National Code:
RII20609
RII20609
State Code:
W659
W659
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
29/05/2013
Approved Date
19/01/2010
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
720
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
29/05/2013
VET Act Conditions
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Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 29/05/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of an employee working in a mining exploration team or working as a pit technician, who undertakes a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and who takes some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of fourteen (14) units of competency made up of:- ten (10) core units and
- four (4) elective units of which:
- at least two (2) must come from Group A elective units
- up to two (2) from Group B elective units
- up to one (1) unit may come from Certificate II or III level from this or any other Training Package or accredited course
Units of competency chosen must
- be relevant to the competency requirements for the job function
- reflect the competency profile for the occupation at the enterprise level
- in the case of accredited course units of competency, not duplicate in part or in whole any unit from a Training Package.
Care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified within imported units, or units chosen as electives, are complied with.
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8247 | HLTFA301C | Apply first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB724 | RIISTD202A | Collect routine site samples | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WB150 | RIICOM201A | Communicate in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D9363 | RIIEGS202B | Conduct field work | 160 | Unit of competency |
| D9322 | RIIRIS201B | Conduct local risk control | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB247 | RIIENV201A | Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB390 | RIIQUA201A | Maintain and monitor site quality standards | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WB740 | RIIVEH305A | Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WB254 | RIIEGS201A | Operate in isolated and remote situations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB350 | RIIOHS201A | Work safely and follow OHS policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least two (2) units to be completed.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WB601 | RIIEGS304A | Mobilise equipment and materials | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WB258 | RIIEGS305A | Navigate in remote or trackless areas | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WB600 | RIIEGS301A | Operate and maintain instruments and field equipment | 120 | Unit of competency |
| D1491 | CPPSIS3006A | Provide field support services | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to two (2) units may be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9255 | HLTFA402B | Apply advanced first aid | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0779 | BSBITU101A | Operate a personal computer | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D1021 | BSBSUS201A | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 10 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W348 | MNM20406 | Certificate II in Mining Field/Exploration Operations | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J639 | RII20613 | Certificate II in Mining / Field Exploration | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
This training program is a representation of the qualification code RII20609 taken from the Resource and Infrastructure Industry Training Package RII09 which should be consulted for full description of requirements. RII09 was released onto the National Training Information Service (NTIS) on the 2 September 2009 .
1. This qualification is the copyright of DEEWR.
2. Further information on this training package is available through www.ntis.gov.au, or contact TVET Australia Product Services, Melbourne Victoria, on Telephone: (03) 9832 8188.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by VET Teaching & Learning Directorate, WA Dept of Training & Workforce Development, on 19/01/2009.
1. This qualification is the copyright of DEEWR.
2. Further information on this training package is available through www.ntis.gov.au, or contact TVET Australia Product Services, Melbourne Victoria, on Telephone: (03) 9832 8188.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by VET Teaching & Learning Directorate, WA Dept of Training & Workforce Development, on 19/01/2009.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
(TR09170) FIELD / EXPLORATION OPERATIONS (LEVEL 2)
Traineeship