Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services
Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services
CPP30216
BAJ9
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 07/01/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 17/01/2017 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 09/12/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 06/05/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of surveying or spatial information services assistants. These people provide support under supervision to a surveying or spatial information services team. They perform a range of duties, from collecting basic spatial data and providing field support services, to simple drafting and map production.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply in some States where cadastral and mining surveying must be undertaken under the supervision of a registered surveyor. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.
This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:- eleven (11) units of competency:
- five (5) core units
- six (6) elective units.
The elective units must ensure the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows:
- all six (6) units may be chosen from the elective units listed below
- up to two (2) units may be chosen from other Certificate II, III or IV qualifications in CPP, or another current Training Package or accredited course, provided they do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AXF80 | CPPSIS3015 | Collect basic surveying data | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AXF38 | CPPSIS3020 | Perform basic surveying computations | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AXI38 | CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | 6 | Unit of competency |
| AXI96 | CPPSIS3011 | Produce basic maps | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AXG59 | CPPSIS3019 | Produce basic plans of surveys | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
Six (6) electives must be completed, with at least four (4) units chosen from the list below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AXG15 | CPPSIS4039 | Design and produce maps | 55 | Unit of competency |
| OBU39 | ICTICT214 | Operate application software packages | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWN02 | TLIC2025 | Operate four wheel drive vehicle | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AXF48 | CPPSIS4030 | Operate surveying equipment | 100 | Unit of competency |
| AXF79 | CPPSIS3016 | Provide field support services for surveying and spatial projects | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCD30 | HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | Unit of competency |
| WH696 | RIISTD201D | Read and interpret maps | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AXI88 | CPPSIS4022 | Store and retrieve spatial data | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AXF27 | CPPSIS3018 | Transfer loads | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AXG78 | CPPSIS3021 | Visually interpret image data | 25 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J352 | CPP30112 | Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGI8 | CPP30221 | Certificate III in Surveying and Spatial Information Services | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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