Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Drilling Oil & Gas (Off shore)
Certificate III in Drilling Oil & Gas (Off shore)
RII31913
J652
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 07/12/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of employees 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
Successful completion of fourteen (14) units of competency made up of:- ten (10) core units, and
- four (4) elective units of which:
- at least one (1) must be chosen from group A
- up to one (1) may be chosen from group B
- up to two (2) unit may be chosen from Certificate II, Certificate III or Certificate IV in this, or any other Training Package or accredited course
Units chosen must be relevant to the job function.
There are 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 |
| WH514 | RIIOGD301D | Conduct and maintain derrick operations | 50 | 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 |
| WE718 | BSBWHS301A | Maintain workplace safety | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH513 | RIIOGD209D | Operate and maintain ancillary equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH515 | RIIOGD302D | Trip casing | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH516 | RIIOGD303D | Trip pipe | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least one (1) unit must be chosen from Group A.
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 |
| WH517 | RIIOGD304D | Apply effective coal seam gas control practices | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH537 | RIIOGF301D | Monitor, operate and maintain mud pits and equipment | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH538 | RIIOGF302D | Operate drilling fluids and mud pits | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to one (1) unit may be chosen from Group B
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WG735 | HLTAID006 | Provide advanced first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W683 | RII31909 | Certificate III in Drilling Oil/Gas (Off shore) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZC5 | RII31915 | Certificate III in Drilling Oil & Gas (Off shore) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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