Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 6:03 AM AWST
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Certificate IV in Tram/Light Rail Control
Certificate IV in Tram/Light Rail Control
TLI42713
J806
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 24/12/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
Rationale:
This is a qualification for a person engaged in the control of tram/light rail networks. The job entails performing a broad range of skilled applications, including high-level decision making-processes, evaluating and analysing current practices, developing new criteria and procedures for performing current practices, and providing leadership and guidance to others in the application of the skills and knowledge.
Job roles:
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
Light Rail Controller
Tram Controller.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
A successful assessment outcome for a total of twelve (12) units of competency comprising:- eight (8) core units
- four (4) elective units from the elective units list, which may include up to two (2) units drawn with appropriate contextualisation from any currently endorsed national Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units contribute to the vocational outcome of the qualification.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified in the unit are complied with.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5126 | TLIF2010A | Apply fatigue management strategies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WI817 | TLIF4109A | Communicate effectively to coordinate incident response procedures | 45 | Unit of competency |
| S8287 | TLIE3022A | Complete workplace documents | 10 | Unit of competency |
| WI829 | TLIL4084A | Control daily tram/light rail operations | 55 | Unit of competency |
| WI830 | TLIL4085A | Coordinate tram/light rail traffic movement | 55 | Unit of competency |
| S8297 | TLIF3087A | Follow occupational health, safety and environmental procedures in the rail industry | 10 | Unit of competency |
| WI814 | TLIE4033A | Use communications systems to control tram/light rail operations | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D5154 | TLIG1001A | Work effectively with others | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. General Elective Units
Four (4) units may be chosen from the general elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5230 | TLIL4050A | Allocate rolling stock | 20 | Unit of competency |
| S8299 | TLIF3091A | Apply awareness of dangerous goods and hazardous materials requirements | 15 | Unit of competency |
| S8269 | TLIB3118A | Apply awareness of railway fundamentals | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D5220 | TLIL4034A | Arrange alternative passenger transport | 16 | Unit of competency |
| S8307 | TLII4022A | Identify and meet customer requirements | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D5159 | TLIH2001A | Interpret road maps and navigate pre-determined routes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D1024 | BSBWOR201A | Manage personal stress in the workplace | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5223 | TLIL4038A | Organise marshalling and shunting operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| S8084 | BSBWOR301B | Organise personal work priorities and development | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5155 | TLIG2007A | Work in a socially diverse environment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D1055 | BSBWRT301A | Write simple documents | 30 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWQ8 | TLI42715 | Certificate IV in Tram/Light Rail Control | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships