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Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management
Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management
RTD40102
S250
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 01/06/2002 | Current | Approved |
Description
Schedule
1.
The sector specialisations or occupational streams approved on endorsement of this Training Package include:
· General Land Management (See Groups 01, 02 and 03)
· Conservation Earthworks (See Groups 04, 05 and 06)
· Community Coordination and Facilitation (See Groups 07, 08 and 09)
· Indigenous Land Management (See Groups 10, 11 and 12)
· Lands, Parks and Wildlife (See Groups 13, 14 and 15)
· Natural Area Restoration (See Groups 16, 17 and 18)
· Weed Management (See Groups 19, 20 and 21)
· Vertebrate Pest Management (See Groups 22, 23 and 24)
CONSERVATION AND LAND MANAGEMENT - GENERAL (See Groups 01, 02 and 03)
A total of 12 units of competency must be completed.
Learners to select 4 units from Group A below.
GROUP A
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2643 | RTD4402A | Define the pest problem in a local area | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2652 | RTD4504A | Monitor biodiversity | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2639 | RTD4020A | Plan the implementation of revegetation works | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S2654 | RTD4506A | Process applications for changes in land use | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2655 | RTD4507A | Produce maps for land management purposes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S2667 | RTD4811A | Provide information on environmental issues and policies | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2759 | RTC4024A | Recommend plants and cultural practices | 45 | Unit of competency |
| S2657 | RTD4509A | Report on place of potential cultural significance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2658 | RTD4510A | Supervise natural area restoration works | 50 | Unit of competency |
2.
Learners to select 6 additional units from Group A and/or B below.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP B
3.
Learners to select an additional 2 units from Group A, B and/or C below
or
other Conservation and Land Management units,
or
units relevant to work undertaken in Conservation and Land Management,
or
a combination of the above.
See the Conservation and Land Management Training Package (RTD02), for the Qualification Packaging Rules and the Complete List of Units available as Electives.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP C
4.
SPECIALISING IN CONSERVATION EARTHWORKS (See Groups 04, 05 and 06)
A total of 12 units of competency must be completed.
Learners to select 5 units from Group A below.
GROUP A
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2765 | RTC4905A | Cost a project | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C3595 | BSBFLM404A | Lead work teams | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2767 | RTC4911A | Operate within a budget framework | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S2639 | RTD4020A | Plan the implementation of revegetation works | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S2640 | RTD4205A | Set out conservation earthworks | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2761 | RTC4306A | Supervise maintenance of machinery and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2641 | RTD4207A | Supervise on-site implementation of conservation earthworks | 50 | Unit of competency |
5.
Learners to select and additional 5 units from Group A and/or B below.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP B
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2762 | RTC4701A | Implement and monitor the enterprise OHS program | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2763 | RTC4702A | Minimise risks in the use of chemicals | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2764 | RTC4703A | Plan and implement a chemical use program | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2255 | TDTR298B | Source goods/services and evaluate contractors | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2760 | RTC4206A | Supervise landscape project works | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2658 | RTD4510A | Supervise natural area restoration works | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2766 | RTC4908A | Supervise work routines and staff performance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C0087 | BSZ404A | Train small groups | 30 | Unit of competency |
6.
Learners to select an additional 2 units from Group A, B and/or C below
or
other Conservation and Land Management units,
or
units relevant to work undertaken in Conservation and Land Management,
or
a combination of the above.
See the Conservation and Land Management Training Package (RTD02), for the Qualification Packaging Rules and the Complete List of Units available as Electives.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP C
7.
SPECIALISING IN COMMUNITY COORDINATION AND FACILITATION (See Groups 07, 08 and 09)
A total of 10 units of competency must be completed.
Learners to select 4 units from Group A below.
GROUP A
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C3823 | LGACOM502A | Devise and conduct community consultation | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2688 | RTD5509A | Evaluate project submissions | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C3612 | BSBFLM510A | Facilitate and capitalise on change and innovation | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S2698 | RTD5805A | Facilitate development of group goals and projects | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C3733 | BSBMGT504A | Manage budgets and financial plans | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C3677 | BSBADM502A | Manage meetings | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C3603 | BSBFLM501A | Manage personal work priorities and professional development | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S2697 | RTD5803A | Operate within community cultures and goals | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C3732 | BSBMGT503A | Prepare budgets and financial plans | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2699 | RTD5806A | Promote group formation and development | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2696 | RTD5802A | Support group and community changes in resource management | 40 | Unit of competency |
8.
Learners to select an additional 4 units from Group A and/or B below.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP B
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2778 | RTC5913A | Collect and manage data | 45 | Unit of competency |
| S2702 | RTD5910A | Contribute to regional planning process | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C0109 | CHCCD4A | Develop and implement community programs | 55 | Unit of competency |
| C3468 | PSPPM503A | Finalise projects | 40 | Unit of competency |
| C3467 | PSPPM502A | Manage projects | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S2703 | RTD5911A | Manage the incorporation of a group | 50 | Unit of competency |
| C3718 | BSBADM504A | Plan or review administration systems | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S2777 | RTC5908A | Prepare estimates, quotes and tenders | 55 | Unit of competency |
| S2779 | RTC5914A | Prepare reports | 35 | Unit of competency |
| C3932 | PUAPRO001A | Promote a learning environment in the workplace | 30 | Unit of competency |
9.
Learners to select an additional 2 units from Group A, B and/or C below
or
other Conservation and Land Management units,
or
units relevant to work undertaken in Conservation and Land Management,
or
a combination of the above.
See the Conservation and Land Management Training Package (RTD02), for the Qualification Packaging Rules and the Complete List of Units available as Electives.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP C
10.
SPECIALISING IN INDIGENOUS LAND MANAGEMENT (See Groups 10, 11 and 12)
A total of 12 units of competency must be completed.
Learners to select 5 units from Group A below.
GROUP A
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2649 | RTD4501A | Contribute to the proposal for a negotiated outcome for a given area of country | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2668 | RTD4906A | Develop work practices to accommodate cultural identity | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2650 | RTD4502A | Implement land and sea management practices | 45 | Unit of competency |
| C4900 | THTPPD07B | Plan and develop culturally appropriate tourism operations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| C4898 | THTPPD05B | Plan and develop interpretive activities | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S2639 | RTD4020A | Plan the implementation of revegetation works | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S2656 | RTD4508A | Protect places of cultural significance | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2658 | RTD4510A | Supervise natural area restoration works | 50 | Unit of competency |
11.
Learners to select an additional 5 units from Group A and/or B below.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP B
12.
Learners to select an additional 2 units from Group A, B and/or C below
or
other Conservation and Land Management units,
or
units relevant to work undertaken in Conservation and Land Management,
or
a combination of the above.
See the Conservation and Land Management Training Package (RTD02), for the Qualification Packaging Rules and the Complete List of Units available as Electives.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP C
13.
SPECIALISING IN LANDS, PARKS AND WILDLIFE (See Groups 13, 14 and 15)
A total of 12 units of competency must be completed.
Learners to select 5 units from Group A below.
GROUP A
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2651 | RTD4503A | Inspect and monitor cultural places | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S2652 | RTD4504A | Monitor biodiversity | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2767 | RTC4911A | Operate within a budget framework | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S2639 | RTD4020A | Plan the implementation of revegetation works | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S2656 | RTD4508A | Protect places of cultural significance | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2761 | RTC4306A | Supervise maintenance of machinery and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2658 | RTD4510A | Supervise natural area restoration works | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2766 | RTC4908A | Supervise work routines and staff performance | 40 | Unit of competency |
14.
Learners to select 5 additional units from Group A and/or B below.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP B
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2765 | RTC4905A | Cost a project | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2762 | RTC4701A | Implement and monitor the enterprise OHS program | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C3847 | PUACOM012A | Liaise with media at a local level | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2763 | RTC4702A | Minimise risks in the use of chemicals | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C4898 | THTPPD05B | Plan and develop interpretive activities | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S2764 | RTC4703A | Plan and implement a chemical use program | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2665 | RTD4809A | Record and document community history | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S2657 | RTD4509A | Report on place of potential cultural significance | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2255 | TDTR298B | Source goods/services and evaluate contractors | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2641 | RTD4207A | Supervise on-site implementation of conservation earthworks | 50 | Unit of competency |
15.
Learners to select an additional 2 units from Group A, B and/or C below
or
other Conservation and Land Management units,
or
units relevant to work undertaken in Conservation and Land Management,
or
a combination of the above.
See the Conservation and Land Management Training Package (RTD02), for the Qualification Packaging Rules and the Complete List of Units available as Electives.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP C
16.
SPECIALISING IN NATURAL AREA RESTORATION AND MANAGEMENT (See Groups 16, 17 and 18)
A total of 12 units of competency must be completed.
Learners to select 5 units from Group A below.
GROUP A
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2765 | RTC4905A | Cost a project | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2644 | RTD4403A | Develop a pest management action plan within a local area | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2762 | RTC4701A | Implement and monitor the enterprise OHS program | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C3464 | PSPPM402A | Implement projects | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2763 | RTC4702A | Minimise risks in the use of chemicals | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2652 | RTD4504A | Monitor biodiversity | 50 | Unit of competency |
| S2639 | RTD4020A | Plan the implementation of revegetation works | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S2759 | RTC4024A | Recommend plants and cultural practices | 45 | Unit of competency |
| S2658 | RTD4510A | Supervise natural area restoration works | 50 | Unit of competency |
17.
Learners to select an additional 5 units from Group A and/or B below
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP B
18.
Learners to select an additional 2 units from Group A, B and or C below
or
other Conservation and Land Management units,
or
units relevant to work undertaken in Conservation and Land Management,
or
a combination of the above.
See the Conservation and Land Management Training Package (RTD02), for the Qualification Packaging Rules and the Completed List of Units available as Electives.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP C
19.
SPECIALISING IN WEED MANAGEMENT (See Groups 19, 20 and 21)
A total of 12 units of competency must be completed.
Learners to select 5 units from Group A below.
GROUP A
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2646 | RTD4405A | Coordinate the local pest management strategy | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2643 | RTD4402A | Define the pest problem in a local area | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2644 | RTD4403A | Develop a pest management action plan within a local area | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2645 | RTD4404A | Develop monitoring procedures for the local pest management strategy | 24 | Unit of competency |
| S2647 | RTD4406A | Implement pest management action plans | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2648 | RTD4407A | Investigate a reported pest treatment failure | 40 | Unit of competency |
20.
Learners to select an additional 5 units from Group A and/or B below.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP B
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2765 | RTC4905A | Cost a project | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2762 | RTC4701A | Implement and monitor the enterprise OHS program | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2763 | RTC4702A | Minimise risks in the use of chemicals | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2767 | RTC4911A | Operate within a budget framework | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S2764 | RTC4703A | Plan and implement a chemical use program | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2639 | RTD4020A | Plan the implementation of revegetation works | 35 | Unit of competency |
| S2642 | RTD4303A | Prepare safe operating procedures for calibration of equipment | 15 | Unit of competency |
| S2655 | RTD4507A | Produce maps for land management purposes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| S2255 | TDTR298B | Source goods/services and evaluate contractors | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2761 | RTC4306A | Supervise maintenance of machinery and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2766 | RTC4908A | Supervise work routines and staff performance | 40 | Unit of competency |
21.
Learners to select an additional 2 units from Group A, B and or C below
or
other Conservation and Land Management units,
or
units relevant to work undertaken in Conservation and Land Management,
or
a combination of the above.
See the Conservation and Land Management Training Package (RTD02), for the Qualification Packaging Rules and the Completed List of Units available as Electives.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP C
22.
SPECIALISING IN VERTEBRATE PEST MANAGEMENT (See Groups 22, 23 and 24)
A total of 12 units of competency must be completed.
Learners to select 5 units from Group A below.
GROUP A
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S2646 | RTD4405A | Coordinate the local pest management strategy | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2643 | RTD4402A | Define the pest problem in a local area | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2644 | RTD4403A | Develop a pest management action plan within a local area | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2645 | RTD4404A | Develop monitoring procedures for the local pest management strategy | 24 | Unit of competency |
| S2647 | RTD4406A | Implement pest management action plans | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2648 | RTD4407A | Investigate a reported pest treatment failure | 40 | Unit of competency |
23.
Learners to select an additional 5 units from Group A and/or B below.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP B
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C3553 | BSBCMN405A | Analyse and present research information | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S2765 | RTC4905A | Cost a project | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2762 | RTC4701A | Implement and monitor the enterprise OHS program | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2763 | RTC4702A | Minimise risks in the use of chemicals | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2767 | RTC4911A | Operate within a budget framework | 25 | Unit of competency |
| S2764 | RTC4703A | Plan and implement a chemical use program | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S2255 | TDTR298B | Source goods/services and evaluate contractors | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2761 | RTC4306A | Supervise maintenance of machinery and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| S2766 | RTC4908A | Supervise work routines and staff performance | 40 | Unit of competency |
24.
Learners to select an additional 2 units from Group A, B and or C below
or
other Conservation and Land Management units,
or
units relevant to work undertaken in Conservation and Land Management,
or
a combination of the above.
See the Conservation and Land Management Training Package (RTD02), for the Qualification Packaging Rules and the Completed List of Units available as Electives.
NOTE: For information regarding Units of Competence PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, see GENERAL NOTES.
GROUP C
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4035 | 13848WA | Certificate IV in Community Landcare | Accredited course |
| 4092 | 13407NSW | Certificate IV in Conservation Earthworks | Accredited course |
| 4036 | 8284 | Certificate IV in Land Management | Accredited course |
| 4065 | 6192 | Certificate IV in Lands, Parks and Wildlife Management | Accredited course |
| 4094 | 50567 | Certificate IV in Natural Resource Management | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D508 | AHC40910 | Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
12 units
This training program is a representation of the qualification code RTD40102 taken from the Conservation and Land Management Training Package RTD02 which should be consulted for full description of requirements. RTD02 is accredited until 31 May 2005.
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training Authority. RTO's who wish to deliver this qualification must be registered with their State accrediting body.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Conservation and Land Management Training Package available from Australian Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9655 0600.
3. This qualification was entered on to the CMS by Challenger TAFE on 10 September 2002.
4. This qualification was last edited on 11 December 2002 by Challenger TAFE.
5. The competencies PUAFIR204A, PUAFIR303A and PUAFIR601A, which are imported competencies from the Public Safety Training Package, have not been allocated hours. If you need to deliver these competencies please contact Tim Delaney, Manager, Curriculum Services on (08) 9239 8384 for assistance.
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