Qualification Outline

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Diploma of Drilling Oil & Gas (Off shore)

Diploma of Drilling Oil & Gas (Off shore)

Qualification
National Code:
RII50715
State Code:
AZE1
TGA Status:
Deleted
DTWD Status:
Deleted
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0303 - Process And Resources Engineering
Original TGA Release Date
14/12/2015
Approved Date
05/03/2021
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
890
Duration
4 Semesters
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
23/09/2020
VET Act Conditions
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 23/09/2020 Current Approved
1.00 14/12/2015 Replaced Approved
Description

This qualification reflects the role of a supervisor in an offshore drilling operation. The tasks performed involve a high level of autonomy and require the application of significant judgement in planning and determining the selection of equipment/roles/techniques for themselves and others. They are required to demonstrate the application of a broad range of technical, managerial, coordination and planning skills.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the qualification.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = seventeen (17)
- fifteen (15) core units plus
- two (2) elective units, of which:
- no more than two (2) may be chosen from the elective 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 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 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 fifteen (15) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AUM01 BSBWHS501 Ensure a safe workplace 50 Unit of competency
WH293 RIIGOV501D Identify, implement and maintain legal compliance requirements 80 Unit of competency
WH262 RIIENV501D Implement and maintain environmental management plan 60 Unit of competency
WH650 RIIRIS501D Implement and maintain management systems to control risk 80 Unit of competency
WH618 RIIQUA501D Implement, monitor and develop quality management plans 40 Unit of competency
WH590 RIIPRM501D Implement, monitor, rectify and report on contracts 80 Unit of competency
AUH47 BSBWOR502 Lead and manage team effectiveness 50 Unit of competency
WH528 RIIOGD504D Manage drilling operations 40 Unit of competency
WH684 RIISAM502D Manage general drilling equipment maintenance 40 Unit of competency
WH287 RIIERR504D Manage major incidents and emergencies 70 Unit of competency
AUJ03 BSBMGT517 Manage operational plan 50 Unit of competency
AUM47 BSBCUS501 Manage quality customer service 50 Unit of competency
AWB84 RIIOGD501E Manage rig operations 40 Unit of competency
WH527 RIIOGD503D Oversee drilling operations 40 Unit of competency
WH526 RIIOGD502D Plan and evaluate rig operations 40 Unit of competency
2. Elective Units

Up to two (2) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
WH649 RIIRIS403D Manage and coordinate spill response 50 Unit of competency
WH529 RIIOGD505D Manage drilling induction and orientation 20 Unit of competency
WH005 RIIBEF401D Manage non-routine, complex technical situations 40 Unit of competency
AWC02 RIILAT402D Provide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams 45 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
J655 RII50713 Diploma of Drilling Oil & Gas (Off shore) Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information