Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Underground Metalliferous Mining Management
Diploma of Underground Metalliferous Mining Management
RII50213
J661
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 07/12/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of mine managers in an underground metalliferous mine who perform tasks involving a high level of autonomy and requiring the application of significant judgement in planning and determining the selection of equipment/roles/techniques for themselves and others. They are required to demonstrate the application of a broad range of technical, managerial, coordination and planning and implement mine management plans.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of thirteen (13) units of competency made up of:- seven (7) core units, and
- six (6) elective units of which:
- at least three (3) must be chosen from group A
- up to three (3) may be chosen from group B
- up to two (2) units may come from Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma in 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH100 | RIICOM301D | Communicate Information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH755 | RIIWHS301D | Conduct safety and health investigations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH293 | RIIGOV501D | Identify, implement and maintain legal compliance requirements | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH286 | RIIERR503D | Implement emergency preparedness and response systems | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH622 | RIIRAI501D | Implement mine transport systems and production equipment | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH624 | RIIRAI503D | Implement site services and infrastructure systems | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH390 | RIIMEX502D | Implement systems and methods of mining | 80 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least three (3) 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH687 | RIISDM501D | Conduct mine surveying operations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WH694 | RIISRM502D | Design stockpile formations and reclaiming systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH602 | RIIPRO502D | Develop, implement and maintain process control systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH262 | RIIENV501D | Implement and maintain environmental management plan | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH389 | RIIMEX501D | Implement pit plan | 120 | Unit of competency |
| WH771 | RIIWMG501D | Implement the site water management plan | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH729 | RIIUND501D | Implement the ventilation management plan | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH018 | RIIBHD501D | Manage blast hole drilling operations | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WH748 | RIIWBP502D | Plan and monitor recycled material operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH263 | RIIENV502D | Undertake process or project environmental impact assessment | 80 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to three (3) units may 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0760 | BSBINN502A | Build and sustain an innovative work environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0798 | BSBLED501A | Develop a workplace learning environment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WE733 | BSBWHS501A | Ensure a safe workplace | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB921 | BSBWOR502B | Ensure team effectiveness | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0755 | BSBINM501A | Manage an information or knowledge management system | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH649 | RIIRIS403D | Manage and coordinate spill response | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D0847 | BSBMGT515A | Manage operational plan | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WB920 | BSBWOR501B | Manage personal work priorities and professional development | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S8076 | BSBCUS501C | Manage quality customer service | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W698 | RII50209 | Diploma of Underground Metalliferous Mining Management | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZD7 | RII50215 | Diploma of Underground Metalliferous Mining Management | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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