Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Gas Control Operations
Certificate IV in Gas Control Operations
UEG40120
BGL7
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 23/11/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 21/04/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 25/01/2021 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This is a qualification for a person who works in a gas Control Centre/gas control room environment.
It provides competencies to monitor and control the flow and pressure of natural gas within transmission, distribution, storage and gathering systems, and respond to routine and emergency situations using a wide range of industry response procedures.
It may also include responsibility for coordinating the work of others.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
A total of 1280 weighting points comprising:- 330 core weighting points listed below; plus
- 950 general elective weighting points from the elective units listed below.
Choose 950 weighting points elective units from the list below, of which between 0 and 140 weighting points can be taken from Group A; between 120 and 200 weighting points can be taken from Group B, and a minimum of 660 weighting points must be taken from Group C.
Up to 140 weighting points of the elective units Group A, may be selected, with appropriate contextualisation, from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course, provided selected units contribute to the vocational outcome of the qualification.
Previously assigned weighting points are listed in the UEG CVIG, if not listed weighting points will be 10 points unless directed from the Gas Industry Reference Committee (IRC). The general elective units must contribute to the vocational outcomes of the qualification.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified are complied with.
See training.gov.au for a list of prerequisite units.
1. Core Units
All nine (9) core units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCB37 | UEECD0010 | Compile and produce an energy sector detailed report | 54 | Unit of competency |
| AXN86 | MSMWHS201 | Conduct hazard analysis | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OAE19 | UEGNSG326 | Coordinate and monitor staff and contractors | 54 | Unit of competency |
| OCF10 | BSBOPS402 | Coordinate business operational plans | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCF00 | BSBPEF402 | Develop personal work priorities | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OCA17 | UEECD0024 | Implement and monitor energy sector WHS policies and procedures | 18 | Unit of competency |
| AXO16 | MSMPER300 | Issue work permits | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCF94 | BSBLDR414 | Lead team effectiveness | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AXO20 | MSMPER201 | Monitor and control work permits | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: Imported and Common Elective Units
Between 0 and 140 weighting points can be taken from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCD85 | BSBWHS311 | Assist with maintaining workplace safety | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCE82 | BSBOPS404 | Implement customer service strategies | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OAG82 | UEPOPS347 | Operate and monitor supervisory, control and data acquisition systems | 54 | Unit of competency |
| OCB19 | UEECD0027 | Participate in development and follow a personal competency development plan | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OCE33 | BSBLDR301 | Support effective workplace relationships | 35 | Unit of competency |
| BAK41 | MSS402061 | Use SCADA systems in operations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OAQ30 | BSBXTW301 | Work in a team | 35 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: Qualification Elective Units
Between 120 and 200 weighting points can be taken from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAD31 | UEGNSG141 | Apply workplace health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the gas supply industry | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OAE23 | UEGNSG132 | Carry out basic work activities in a gas industry work environment | 54 | Unit of competency |
| OAD42 | UEGNSG352 | Check and report on gas station conditions | 36 | Unit of competency |
| OAD41 | UEGNSG133 | Comply with environmental policies and procedures in the utilities industry | 36 | Unit of competency |
| OAE06 | UEGNSG109 | Control field pipeline operations | 54 | Unit of competency |
| OAE14 | UEGNSG314 | Liaise with third party and the community to maintain pipeline integrity and community safety | 36 | Unit of competency |
| OAD49 | UEGNSG806 | Maintain SCADA controlled flow and pressure equipment and electronic gas measurement equipment | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OAD28 | UEGNSG005 | Prepare to work in the gas industry | 18 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: Qualification Elective Units
A minimum of 660 weighting points can be taken from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCW96 | UEGNSG501 | Communicate with gas industry stakeholders to meet operational requirements | 99 | Unit of competency |
| OCW95 | UEGNSG502 | Implement emergency and critical incident response for gas infrastructure incidents | 108 | Unit of competency |
| OCW94 | UEGNSG503 | Monitor and control field activities | 99 | Unit of competency |
| OCW93 | UEGNSG504 | Monitor and control gas infrastructure using Control Centre systems | 99 | Unit of competency |
| OCW78 | UEGNSG505 | Operate and monitor gas infrastructure to meet nominated demand | 108 | Unit of competency |
| ODQ60 | UEGNSG509 | Remotely monitor and operate gas transmission flow and pressure measuring and regulating devices | 81 | Unit of competency |
| OAD59 | UEGNSG506 | Respond to gas infrastructure emergencies | 72 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIL6 | UEG40222 | Certificate IV in Gas Supply Industry Operations | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification
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