Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Explosive Ordnance Operations
Certificate IV in Explosive Ordnance Operations
DEF40320
BFU6
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 26/10/2020 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification allows for the attainment of competencies in explosive ordnance operations.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fifteen (15) units of competency are required for this qualification:- Two (2) core units
- Thirteen (13) elective units
Choose a minimum of eleven (11) electives from the list below, of which at least three (3) must be taken from Group A.
Choose the remaining two (2) electives from the 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 the occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.
Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
1. Core units
All two (2) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVJ76 | TLID1001 | Shift materials safely using manual handling methods | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AVS35 | DEFEXO001 | Work safely with explosive ordnance | 0 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: Specialisation units
A minimum of three (3) units 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVR93 | DEFEXO082 | Apply a knowledge of explosives | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR63 | DEFEXO126 | Conduct post blast analysis | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR81 | DEFEXO105 | Contribute to disposal of explosive ordnance | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVR70 | DEFEXO116 | Control military explosive operations | 0 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ25 | TLIF4007 | Implement and coordinate accident-emergency procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVR82 | DEFEXO104 | Operate an in-service remote positioning vehicle | 0 | Unit of competency |
| OAC78 | MSL974019 | Perform chemical tests and procedures | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVQ53 | DEFMIL082 | Perform military high-risk search | 0 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: General elective units
Up to eight (8) units may be chosen from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWX9 | DEF42415 | Certificate IV in Explosive Ordnance Operations | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Nil
Traineeships and Apprenticeships