Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Bituminous Surfacing
Certificate II in Bituminous Surfacing
RII20819
BFA5
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 12/03/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 31/01/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in bituminous surfacing in the civil construction industry, performing routine tasks using practical skills and fundamental operational knowledge in a defined context, working under direct supervision.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
The following provides the packaging rules for this qualification, followed by the list of relevant units of competency.Total number of units = fourteen (14)
- seven (7) core units plus
- seven (7) elective units, of which:
- at least two (2) must be chosen from the electives below
- no more than five (5) may be chosen 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 current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH077 | RIICCM201D | Carry out measurements and calculations | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WH099 | RIICOM201D | Communicate in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH079 | RIICCM203D | Read and interpret plans and job specifications | 32 | Unit of competency |
| OBM92 | RIICBS203E | Safely handle bituminous materials | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WH083 | RIICCM207D | Spread and compact materials manually | 12 | Unit of competency |
| WH654 | RIISAM203D | Use hand and power tools | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WH750 | RIIWHS201D | Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Seven (7) electives must be completed, with at least two (2) selected from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBM96 | RIICBS202E | Hand spread asphalt | 16 | Unit of competency |
| WH655 | RIISAM204D | Operate small plant and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH108 | RIICRC201D | Repair potholes | 28 | Unit of competency |
| WH082 | RIICCM206D | Support plant operations | 8 | Unit of competency |
| OBN08 | RIICBS207E | Take samples of road surfacing materials | 8 | Unit of competency |
| AUI02 | BSBDIV301 | Work effectively with diversity | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZD2 | RII20815 | Certificate II in Bituminous Surfacing | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships