Qualification Outline

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Diploma of Local Government (Operational Works)

Diploma of Local Government (Operational Works)

Qualification
National Code:
LGA50404
State Code:
C750
TGA Status:
Deleted
DTWD Status:
Deleted
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0803 - Business And Management
Original TGA Release Date
11/09/2012
Approved Date
26/09/2008
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
VET Act Classifier
C
Nominal Hours
770
Duration
2 Semesters
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
11/09/2012
VET Act Conditions
—
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
2.00 11/09/2012 Current Approved
Description

The Diploma of Local Government (Operational Works) reflects the role of personnel working in Local Government who perform tasks involving a high level of autonomy and requiring the application of significant judgement in planning and determining the selection of equipment/roles/techniques for themselves and others. They are required to develop site specific work instructions and practices to ensure the implementation of the site management systems, plans and policies. They demonstrate the application of a broad range of managerial, coordination and planning skills.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Thirteen (13) Units of competency are required for the award of this qualification.

Choose thirteen (13) elective units from the lists below, including:
- four (4) or more from Group A
- three (3) units from Group B (Specialist Operational Works)
- six (6) units from elsewhere within this Training Package or any other endorsed Training Package or Accredited Course

NOTE: No more than five (5) of the elective units may be imported. No more than one (1) elective unit may be drawn from an AQF level below or above the AQF level of this qualification.
1. Group A Elective Units

Four (4) or more units to 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
C1363 LGACOM403B Conduct public educational presentations 20 Unit of competency
C1909 LGACOM602B Coordinate and facilitate a change process 20 Unit of competency
C1906 LGACOM501B Develop and organise public education programs 40 Unit of competency
C1911 LGACOMP024A Develop community relations 50 Unit of competency
C0974 LGACORE601B Develop, implement and review operational plans 40 Unit of competency
C1910 LGACOM603B Develop, implement and review policies and procedures 40 Unit of competency
C1907 LGACOM502B Devise and conduct community consultations 30 Unit of competency
C1364 LGACOM404B Establish cooperative arrangements with other organisations 20 Unit of competency
C0969 LGACORE102B Follow defined OHS policies and procedures 20 Unit of competency
C1365 LGACOM405B Implement and monitor the organisation's OHS policies, procedures and programs within the work group or section 40 Unit of competency
C5837 LGACOMP025A Manage a local government project 50 Unit of competency
C1905 LGACOM407B Manage finances within a budget 50 Unit of competency
C1205 LGAGOVA410B Monitor council procedures to ensure compliance with relevant legislation 40 Unit of competency
C1908 LGACOM503B Prepare a budget 40 Unit of competency
C0975 LGACORE602B Promote and facilitate organisational performance 50 Unit of competency
C0973 LGACORE501B Provide quality and timely advice to council 60 Unit of competency
C1912 LGACOMP026A Provide team leadership 40 Unit of competency
C1203 LGACORE603B Represent council's role and value in the community 50 Unit of competency
C0971 LGACORE104B Work effectively in local government 60 Unit of competency
C0972 LGACORE105B Work with others in local government 50 Unit of competency
2. Group B Elective Units

Three (3) units to 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
C7846 LGAWORK502A Prepare detailed works project documentation 80 Unit of competency
C7845 LGAWORK501A Prepare preliminary design for operational works 80 Unit of competency
C7847 LGAWORK503A Undertake project investigation 60 Unit of competency
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BCG9 LGA50401 Diploma of Local Government (Operational Works) Qualification
No information
Entry Requirements

Not applicable.

Traineeships and Apprenticeships
No information