Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Drilling Oil & Gas (Off shore)
Certificate III in Drilling Oil & Gas (Off shore)
RII31915
AZC5
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National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 25/01/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 23/09/2020 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 11/12/2018 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 14/12/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of an employee such as a derrickman on an offshore drill rig. They perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications applied in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fourteen (14)- ten (10) core units plus
- four (4) elective units, of which:
- at least one (1) must be chosen from Group A
- no more than one (1) may be chosen from Group B
- no more than two (2) unit 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 both licensed and non-licensed units of competency relating to high risk work in the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package. To be appointed under any statutory requirements in related roles, units of competency should be selected to meet the state/territory licensing requirements.
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 ten (10) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH646 | RIIRIS301D | Apply risk management processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH099 | RIICOM201D | Communicate in the workplace | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWB88 | RIIOGD301E | Conduct and maintain derrick operations | 45 | Unit of competency |
| WH273 | RIIERR304D | Control emergencies and critical situations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| W8283 | MSAPMSUP172A | Identify and minimise environmental hazards | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH616 | RIIQUA201D | Maintain and monitor site quality standards | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUK29 | BSBWHS301 | Maintain workplace safety | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWB90 | RIIOGD209E | Operate and maintain ancillary equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWB86 | RIIOGD302E | Trip casing | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWB85 | RIIOGD303E | Trip pipe | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least one (1) unit must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH517 | RIIOGD304D | Apply effective coal seam gas control practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCC75 | RIIOGF301E | Monitor, operate and maintain mud pits and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCC76 | RIIOGF302E | Operate drilling fluids and mud pits | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
No more than one (1) unit may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH518 | RIIOGD305D | Apply blow out prevention operational procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCC64 | RIIOGD201E | Assist in maintaining rig safety and emergency procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG735 | HLTAID006 | Provide advanced first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AWY86 | TAEDEL301 | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUI02 | BSBDIV301 | Work effectively with diversity | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J652 | RII31913 | Certificate III in Drilling Oil & Gas (Off shore) | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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