Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Range Management
Diploma of Range Management
DEF55115
AWW6
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 22/10/2015 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification allows for specialisation in either range inspection or range safety. It qualifies individuals who apply integrated technical and theoretical concepts in a broad range of contexts to undertake advanced skilled or paraprofessional work as a senior operations officer. The term range refers to any area of land, sea or air that may be designated for military manoeuvres or simulated wartime operations. The training area manager is responsible for the overall management and operation of training areas.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Additional qualification advice
The testamur should be titled: Diploma of Range Management (field of study) i.e. Diploma of Range Management (Range Inspection).
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fourteen (14) units of competency are required for this qualification:- five (5) core units
- nine (9) elective units
Specialisation
The candidate is required to choose either the Range Inspection or Range Safety specialisation:
- choose a minimum of seven (7) elective units from Group A for a Range Inspection specialisation
- choose a minimum of seven (7) elective units from Group B for Range Safety specialisation
Choose the remaining two (2) electives units from the list below or from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect the occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level. Seek further advice on selecting imported units of competency in the DEF Implementation Guide.
Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
Where a pre-requisite unit is attached to a unit it is identified by this symbol ∟.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE463 | PUAEMR023 | Assess emergency risk | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVP64 | DEFRNG002 | Develop and maintain range standing orders | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR26 | DEFGEN005 | Develop relationships with other organisations | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR18 | DEFGEN011 | Interpret policy, legislation and regulations | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVP65 | DEFRNG001 | Provide technical advice on ranges and training areas | 0 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Range Inspection Specialisation
Choose a minimum of seven (7) and up to nine (9) units from Group A for a Range Inspection specialization.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVP63 | DEFRNG003 | Approve training area and range activities | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVP59 | DEFRNG007 | Conduct training area inspections | 0 | Unit of competency |
| WE464 | PUAEMR024 | Develop treatment options for emergency risk | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVP61 | DEFRNG005 | Manage emergency operations | 0 | Unit of competency |
| WE465 | PUAEMR025 | Manage risk treatment implementation | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVP58 | DEFRNG008 | Manage training area and range contamination | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVP54 | DEFRNG012 | Manage training areas and ranges | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVP62 | DEFRNG004 | Monitor and control training area and range activities | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVP55 | DEFRNG010 | Monitor and implement environmental plans and procedures | 0 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Range Safety Specialisation
Choose a minimum of seven (7) and up to nine (9) units from Group B for a Range Safety specialization.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVP60 | DEFRNG006 | Conduct range inspections | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AUM09 | BSBCOM502 | Evaluate and review compliance | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AUH23 | BSBCOM501 | Identify and interpret compliance requirements | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUM33 | BSBAUD501 | Initiate a quality audit | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI01 | BSBAUD503 | Lead a quality audit | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AUI79 | BSBAUD402 | Participate in a quality audit | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ15 | BSBCOM404 | Promote and liaise on compliance requirements, systems and related issues | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUL67 | BSBCOM403 | Provide education and training on compliance requirements and systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUH46 | BSBAUD504 | Report on a quality audit | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI41 | BSBCOM601 | Research compliance requirements and issues | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVP56 | DEFRNG011 | Site range complexes | 0 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C General Elective Units
The remainder of units may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA867 | TAEASS402A | Assess competence | 15 | Unit of competency |
| S7786 | TAEASS301B | Contribute to assessment | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S7790 | TAEASS502B | Design and develop assessment tools | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WE462 | PUAEMR022 | Establish context for emergency risk assessment | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D1022 | BSBSUS301A | Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S7787 | TAEASS401B | Plan assessment activities and processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WA872 | TAEDEL402A | Plan, organise and facilitate learning in the workplace | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D3730 | PSPPROC406B | Procure goods and services | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWZ7 | DEF50712 | Diploma of Range Management | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDL0 | DEF50717 | Diploma of Range Control and Management | Qualification |
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