This qualification reflects the role of a skilled operator working with civil construction plant, who applies a broad range of skills in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement and relevant theoretical knowledge. The individual may provide theoretical advice and support a team.

 

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Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the qualification.

Mapping :

• Supersedes and is equivalent to RII30815 – Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

Overview :

The nationally accredited Certificate III in Civil Construction builds your plant operations skills so you can contribute to exciting infrastructure projects as an earthmoving plant operator. Collaborate with colleagues and work on a range of projects from roads, to railways, to airports.

Entry Requirements:

• SafeWork NSW WHS White Card or interstate equivalent
• Adequate literacy & numeracy skills
• Unique Student Identifier (USI) Number

The following provides the packaging rules for this qualification, followed by the list of relevant units of competency:

Total number of units = 19

• 14 core units plus
• 5 elective units, of which:
  • At least one (1) must be chosen from Group A
  • At least two (2) must be chosen from Group B
  • No more than two (2) may be chosen from Group C
  • No more than one (1) may be chosen from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.
• OR
  • At least two (2) must be chosen from Group A
  • A further three (3) may be chosen from Group A, B, or C
  • No more than one (1) may be chosen from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package, or from an accredited course.

There are both licensed and non-licensed units of competency relating to high risk work in the RII Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package. To be appointed under any statutory requirements in related roles, units of competency should be selected to meet the state/territory licensing requirements.

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.

Core Units :

• RIIBEF201D Plan and organise work
• RIICCM201D Carry out measurements and calculations
• RIICCM202D Identify, locate and protect underground services
• RIICCM203D Read and interpret plans and job specifications
• RIICCM205E Carry out manual excavation
• RIICCM206D Support plant operations
• RIICCM207D Spread and compact materials manually
• RIICCM208D Carry out basic levelling
• RIICOM201D Communicate in the workplace
• RIISAM201D Handle Resources and infrastructure materials, and safely dispose of non-toxic materials
• RIISAM203D use hand and power tools
• RIISAM204D Operate small plant and equipment
• RIIWHS201D Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
• RIIWMG203D Drain and dewater civil construction site

Elective Units :

Group A

• RIIMPO318E Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations
• RIIMPO319D Conduct backhoe/loader operations
• RIIMPO320E Conduct civil construction excavator operations
• RIIMPO321D Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations
• RIIMPO322D Conduct civil construction tracked front end loader operations
• RIIMPO323D Conduct civil construction dozer operations
• RIIMPO324E Conduct civil construction grader operations
• RIIMPO325D Conduct civil construction scraper operations

Group B

• RIIHAN309E Conduct telescopic materials handler operations
• RIIHAN311E Conduct operations with integrated tool carrier
• RIIMPO315D Conduct tractor operations
• RIIMPO316D Conduct self propelled compactor operations
• RIIMPO317E Conduct roller operations
• RIIMPO326D Conduct civil construction water cart operations
• RIIMPO337D Conduct articulated truck operations
• RIIMPO338D Conduct rigid haul truck operations
• RIIVEH304D Conduct tip truck operations

Group C

• AHCSAW201 Conduct erosion and sediment control activities
• AHCSAW301 Construct conservation earthworks
• BSBDIV301 Work effectively with diversity
• CPCCCM2007B Use explosive power tools
  • Prerequisite unit: CPCCOHS2001A Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
• CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging
• CPCCLSF2001A Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level
• HLTAID011 Provide first aid
• RIICCM204D Place and fix reinforcement materials
• RIICCM209D Carry out concrete work
• RIICCM210D Install trench support
• RIICCM211D Erect and dismantle temporary fencing and gates
• RIICRC201D Repair potholes
• RIICRC208D Lay pipes
• RIIHAN208D Perform dogging
• RIIHAN211D Conduct basic scaffolding operations
• RIIHAN301E Operate elevating work platform
• RIIHAN308F Load and unload plant
• RIIQUA201D Maintain and monitor site quality standards
• RIIRIS201D Conduct local risk control
• RIIRIS202D Respond to site based spills
• RIISAM205D Cut, weld and bend materials
• RIISAM213D Position and set up mobile lighting
• RIIWHS202D Enter and work in confined spaces
• RIIWHS204D Work safely at heights
• RIIWHS205D Control traffic with stop-slow bat
• TLILIC0005 Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)
• TLILIC0008 Licence to operate a non-slewing mobile crane (greater than 3 tonnes capacity)

Course Code : RII30820

Course Title : Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

Industries: Mining , Construction

Occupations: Earthmoving Plant Operator (General)

Develop Your Talent

Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:

• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• The ability to work in changing environments
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Hand-eye coordination
• The ability to work as part of a team

Achieve Your Goals

Completing this course provides you with:

• Experience reviewing real construction plans, specifications and drawings
• Industry networks with peers, colleagues and plant operations professionals
• A strong pathway to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
• A nationally recognised qualification at Certificate III level
• Accreditation to work as a trade qualified plant operator

Career opportunities:

• Earthmoving plant operator

Grow Your Career

Take your career further with the:

• Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision
• Certificate IV in Civil Construction Design
• Diploma of Civil Construction Design

NSTA™ CIVIL CONSTRUCTION COURSES :

This industry-accredited construction and plant operation course offers a strategic overview of construction and surface extraction operations, leading to certificate 3 in civil construction and plant operation. It will develop the professional, analytical and management skills, as well as improve the technical skills and knowledge of the learners.

RII20720 – Certificate II in Civil Construction

RII30120 – Certificate III in Investigative Services

RII30820 – Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

RII30920 – Certificate III in Civil Construction