Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 4:44 AM AWST
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Certificate II in the Seafood Industry (Aquaculture)
Certificate II in the Seafood Industry (Aquaculture)
SFI20100
S163
Deleted
Archived
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 21/01/2000 | Current | Archived |
Description
Schedule
1. CORE
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS = 19 UNITS
4 Common Industry Core Units (Group 1) plus
Minimum 4 of 6 Aquaculture Qualification Stream - Core Units (Group 2) plus
11 Elective Units of which a minimum of 4 must be selected from within the
Aquaculture Qualification Stream - Work Options and Elective Units (Group 3).
The other 5 Elective Units can be selected from within the Aquaculture
Qualification Stream - Work Options and Elective Units (Group 3) and/or from
the list of General Elective Units (Group 4). Of these 5 Elective Units, 1
Elective Unit can be selected from S162 Certificate I in Seafood Industry
(Aquaculture) and 1 can be selected from S164 Certificate III in Seafood
Industry (Aquaculture).
Group 1 - COMMON INDUSTRY CORE UNITS
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1593 | SFICORE101A | Apply basic food handling and safety practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1594 | SFICORE102A | Carry out work effectively in the seafood industry | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S1595 | SFICORE103A | Communicate in the seafood industry | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S1596 | SFICORE104A | Meet workplace health and safety requirements | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. CORE
Group 2 - AQUACULTURE QUALIFICATION STREAM - CORE UNITS
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S0514 | RUHHRT212A | Apply chemicals and biological agents | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1665 | SFIAQUA202A | Control pests, predators and diseases | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1669 | SFIAQUA206A | Handle stock | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S1670 | SFIAQUA207A | Harvest stock | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S1671 | SFIAQUA208A | Maintain stock culture and other aquaculture operations structures | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1672 | SFIAQUA209A | Manipulate stock culture environment | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. ELECTIVES
OFF-SHORE CULTURE STREAM Group 3 - AQUACULTURE QUALIFICATION STREAM - WORK OPTIONS AND ELECTIVE UNITS Aquaculture Production Option
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1667 | SFIAQUA204A | Carry out on-farm post-harvest handling | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1664 | SFIAQUA201A | Collect broodstock and seedstock | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1668 | SFIAQUA205A | Feed stock | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1639 | SFIFISH209A | Maintain the temperature of seafood | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S1676 | SFIAQUA213A | Monitor stock and environmental conditions | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1673 | SFIAQUA210A | Operate and maintain plant and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1703 | SFISTOR201A | Prepare and pack stock for live transport | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S1666 | SFIAQUA203A | Produce algal and live-feed cultures | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1674 | SFIAQUA211A | Undertake routine maintenance of water supply and disposal systems and structures | 25 | Unit of competency |
4. ELECTIVES
Fishing Operations Option
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1640 | SFIFISH210A | Assemble and repair damaged netting | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1638 | SFIFISH208A | Maintain, prepare, deploy and retrieve purse seines to land catch | 40 | Unit of competency |
5. ELECTIVES
Vessel Operations Option As at September 1999, the units listed below are some of those required for a coxswain licence. Individuals who require a coxswain licence should complete all of the units listed under the Vessel Operations Option (in Group 3) in S164 Certificate III in Seafood Industry (Aquaculture).
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1734 | FPPAID2A | Administer first aid procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1707 | SFISHIP201A | Comply with organisational and legislative requirements | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S1710 | SFISHIP204A | Maintain marine vessels and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1712 | SFISHIP206A | Operate a small vessel | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S1713 | SFISHIP207A | Operate and maintain outboard motors | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1715 | SFISHIP209A | Operate marine communications equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1718 | SFISHIP212A | Take emergency action on board a vessel | 20 | Unit of competency |
6. ELECTIVES
Farm Operations Option
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S0518 | RUHHRT216A | Maintain supplies of chemicals and biological agents | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S0929 | RUAAG2131EMA | Provide support for basic repair of plant and equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
7. ELECTIVES
Group 4 - GENERAL ELETIVE UNITS Functional Area: Maintenance & Operations Support
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N0085 | BCG1009A | Carry out excavation and install support | 16 | Unit of competency |
| E0014 | THHGHS02A | Clean premises and equipment | 12 | Unit of competency |
| N0227 | BCC2006A | Erect/dismantle fencing and gates | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S0930 | RUAAG2132EMA | Fabricate and repair metal and plastic structures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| N0083 | BCG1011A | Handle construction materials and safely dispose of waste | 8 | Unit of competency |
| N0225 | BCC2004A | Lay pipes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S0931 | RUAAG2133EMA | Perform routine maintenance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| N0080 | BCG1005A | Use hand and power tools | 40 | Unit of competency |
| N0082 | BCG1008A | Use simple levelling devices | 8 | Unit of competency |
| N0081 | BCG1006A | Use small plant and equipment | 12 | Unit of competency |
8. ELECTIVES
Functional Area: Fishing Charter Operations
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0480 | THTSOP06A | Receive and process reservations | 20 | Unit of competency |
9. ELECTIVES
Functional Area: General Administration & Office Technology
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C1411 | BSATEC202B | Operate a computer to gain access to and retrieve data | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S0796 | TDTE897A | Process workplace documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
10. ELECTIVES
Functional Area: Quality Assurance & Product Safety Students can choose either E0869 OR S0830, but not both units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S0830 | TDTJ297A | Apply quality systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| E0528 | FDFOPTST2A | Apply sampling techniques | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E0529 | FDFOPTRT2A | Conduct routine tests | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E0869 | MNQ.OP/05.A | Contribute to quality system | 15 | Unit of competency |
11. ELECTIVE
Functional Area: Seafood Processing
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1653 | SFIPROC101A | Clean fish | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S1654 | SFIPROC102A | Clean work area | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S1655 | SFIPROC103A | Fillet fish and cut portions | 30 | Unit of competency |
| E0735 | FDFFVFP2A | Operate a freezing process | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S1656 | SFIPROC104A | Sharpen and work with knives | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1659 | SFIPROC203A | Shuck molluscs | 15 | Unit of competency |
12. ELECTIVE
Functional Area: Seafood Sales, Distribution & Marketing
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1626 | SFIDIST202A | Retail fresh, frozen and live seafood | 15 | Unit of competency |
13. ELECTIVE
Functional Area: Seafood Transport & Storage
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1705 | SFISTOR203A | Assemble and load refrigerated product | 15 | Unit of competency |
| S0776 | TDTD497A | Load and unload goods/cargo | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S0753 | TDTD197A | Shift materials safely | 20 | Unit of competency |
14. ELECTIVE
Functional Area: Vessel Maintenance
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1711 | SFISHIP205A | Maintain marine plant | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1719 | SFISHIP213A | Operate Inmarsat C communications equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1714 | SFISHIP208A | Operate low powered diesel engines | 24 | Unit of competency |
15. ELECTIVE
LAND-BASED STREAM Group 3 - AQUACULTURE QUALIFICATION STREAM - WORK OPTIONS AND ELECTIVE UNITS Aquaculture Production Option
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1667 | SFIAQUA204A | Carry out on-farm post-harvest handling | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1664 | SFIAQUA201A | Collect broodstock and seedstock | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1668 | SFIAQUA205A | Feed stock | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1639 | SFIFISH209A | Maintain the temperature of seafood | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S1676 | SFIAQUA213A | Monitor stock and environmental conditions | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1673 | SFIAQUA210A | Operate and maintain plant and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1703 | SFISTOR201A | Prepare and pack stock for live transport | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S1666 | SFIAQUA203A | Produce algal and live-feed cultures | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1674 | SFIAQUA211A | Undertake routine maintenance of water supply and disposal systems and structures | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S1675 | SFIAQUA212A | Work with crocodiles | 60 | Unit of competency |
16. ELECTIVE
Fishing Operations Option
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1640 | SFIFISH210A | Assemble and repair damaged netting | 25 | Unit of competency |
17. ELECTIVE
Vessel Operations Option As at September 1999, the units listed below are some of those required for a coxswain licence. Individuals who require a coxswain licence should complete all of the units listed under the Vessel Operations Option (in Group 3) in S164 Certificate III in Seafood Industry (Aquaculture).
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1734 | FPPAID2A | Administer first aid procedures | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1707 | SFISHIP201A | Comply with organisational and legislative requirements | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S1710 | SFISHIP204A | Maintain marine vessels and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1712 | SFISHIP206A | Operate a small vessel | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S1713 | SFISHIP207A | Operate and maintain outboard motors | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1715 | SFISHIP209A | Operate marine communications equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1718 | SFISHIP212A | Take emergency action on board a vessel | 20 | Unit of competency |
18. ELECTIVE
Farm Operations Option
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S0518 | RUHHRT216A | Maintain supplies of chemicals and biological agents | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S0926 | RUAAG2101EOA | Operate property vehicles | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S0925 | RUAAG2100EOA | Operate ride-on farm vehicles | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S0927 | RUAAG2102EOA | Operate tractors | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S0929 | RUAAG2131EMA | Provide support for basic repair of plant and equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
19. ELECTIVE
Group 4 - GENERAL ELECTIVE UNITS Functional Area: Maintenance & Operations Support
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N0085 | BCG1009A | Carry out excavation and install support | 16 | Unit of competency |
| E0014 | THHGHS02A | Clean premises and equipment | 12 | Unit of competency |
| N0227 | BCC2006A | Erect/dismantle fencing and gates | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S0930 | RUAAG2132EMA | Fabricate and repair metal and plastic structures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| N0083 | BCG1011A | Handle construction materials and safely dispose of waste | 8 | Unit of competency |
| N0225 | BCC2004A | Lay pipes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S0931 | RUAAG2133EMA | Perform routine maintenance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| N0080 | BCG1005A | Use hand and power tools | 40 | Unit of competency |
| N0082 | BCG1008A | Use simple levelling devices | 8 | Unit of competency |
| N0081 | BCG1006A | Use small plant and equipment | 12 | Unit of competency |
20. ELECTIVE
Functional Area: General Administration & Office Technology
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E0015 | THHGGA01A | Communicate on the telephone | 5 | Unit of competency |
| C1411 | BSATEC202B | Operate a computer to gain access to and retrieve data | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C1412 | BSATEC203B | Operate a computer to produce simple documents | 19 | Unit of competency |
| S0796 | TDTE897A | Process workplace documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S0984 | RUAAG2525DYA | Purchase and receive farm supplies | 5 | Unit of competency |
| C1410 | BSATEC201B | Select, operate and maintain a range of office equipment to complete a range of tasks | 15 | Unit of competency |
21. ELECTIVE
Functional Area: Quality Assurance & Product Safety Students can choose either E0869 OR S0830, but not both units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S0830 | TDTJ297A | Apply quality systems | 40 | Unit of competency |
| E0528 | FDFOPTST2A | Apply sampling techniques | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E0529 | FDFOPTRT2A | Conduct routine tests | 20 | Unit of competency |
| E0869 | MNQ.OP/05.A | Contribute to quality system | 15 | Unit of competency |
22. ELECTIVE
Functional Area: Seafood Processing
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1653 | SFIPROC101A | Clean fish | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S1654 | SFIPROC102A | Clean work area | 10 | Unit of competency |
| S1655 | SFIPROC103A | Fillet fish and cut portions | 30 | Unit of competency |
| E0735 | FDFFVFP2A | Operate a freezing process | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S1656 | SFIPROC104A | Sharpen and work with knives | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1659 | SFIPROC203A | Shuck molluscs | 15 | Unit of competency |
23. ELECTIVE
Functional Area: Seafood Sales, Distribution & Marketing
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| N0010 | WRRF.1A | Balance register/terminal | 18 | Unit of competency |
| N0008 | WRRCS.3A | Interact with customers | 36 | Unit of competency |
| N0005 | WRRCA.1A | Operate retail equipment | 21 | Unit of competency |
| S1626 | SFIDIST202A | Retail fresh, frozen and live seafood | 15 | Unit of competency |
24. ELECTIVE
Functional Area: Seafood Transport & Storage
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1705 | SFISTOR203A | Assemble and load refrigerated product | 15 | Unit of competency |
| S0776 | TDTD497A | Load and unload goods/cargo | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S0744 | TDTD1097A | Operate a forklift | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S0753 | TDTD197A | Shift materials safely | 20 | Unit of competency |
25. ELECTIVE
Functional Area: Vessel Maintenance
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1711 | SFISHIP205A | Maintain marine plant | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1719 | SFISHIP213A | Operate Inmarsat C communications equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S1714 | SFISHIP208A | Operate low powered diesel engines | 24 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S413 | SFI20104 | Certificate II in Seafood Industry (Aquaculture) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
from the Seafood Industry Training Package SFI00 which should be consulted for
full descriptions of requirements. SFI00 is accredited until 31/01/2003.
1. This qualification is the copyright of the Australian National Training
Authority. RTO's who wish to deliver this qualification must be registered by
their State accrediting body.
2. Futher information on this qualification is contained in the Seafood
Industry Training Package SFI00, available from Australian Training Products
Ltd, tel: (03) 9655 0600.
3. This qualification was entered on to the CMS by Challenger TAFE on 20
December 2000.
4. This qualification was last edited on 20 November 2002 by Challenger TAFE.
5. This qualification was last edited on 22 June 2004 by L.Pita, Challenger TAFE.
Changes as per the updates made on the Seafood Industry Training Package SFI00 Qualification Packaging Rules in 2002.
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