Modification History
Release |
Comments |
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This qualification replaces RII30513 Certificate III in Mining Exploration. Wording of packaging rules amended. Added BSBDIV301 Work effectively with diversity to Group B electives. Updated codes of imported units. Added qualification mapping information. |
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This version was released with RII Resources and Infrastructure Training Package version 3.0. |
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of exploration geological technicians or mining geological technicians who 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 licencing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
The following provides the packaging rules for this qualification, followed by the list of relevant units of competency.
Total number of units = 18
7 core units plus
11 elective units, of which:
- at least six (6) must be chosen from Group A
- no more than five (5) must be chosen from Group B
- no more than one (1) unit may be chosen 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 current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.
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 no 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.
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Core units of competency |
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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HLTAID003 |
Provide first aid |
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RIICOM201D |
Communicate in the workplace |
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RIIENV201D |
Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns |
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RIIQUA201D |
Maintain and monitor site quality standards |
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RIIRIS201D |
Conduct local risk control |
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RIISTD202D |
Collect routine site samples |
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RIIWHS201D |
Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures |
Electives |
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Group A |
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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CPPSIS3016 |
Provide field support services for surveying and spatial projects |
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RIICAR301D |
Rehabilitate exploration site |
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RIIEGS201D |
Operate in isolated and remote situations |
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RIIEGS301D |
Operate and maintain instruments and field equipment |
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RIIEGS302D |
Plan and undertake field trip |
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RIIEGS303D |
Provide geological field assistance |
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RIIEGS304D |
Mobilise equipment and materials |
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RIIEGS305D |
Navigate in remote or trackless areas |
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RIIEGS306D |
Prepare drill site |
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RIISTD302D |
Process data and maintain accurate records |
Group B |
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Unit code |
Unit title |
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BSBDIV301 |
Work effectively with diversity |
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BSBSUS401 |
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices |
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HLTAID006 |
Provide advanced first aid |
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RIIRIS202D |
Respond to site based spills |
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RIISAM209D |
Carry out operational maintenance |
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RIISTD301D |
Take environmental samples and measurements |
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RIIVEH305E |
Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle |
Qualification Mapping Information
Code and titlecurrent version |
Code and titleprevious version |
Comments |
Equivalence status |
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RII30515 Certificate III in Mining Exploration |
RII30513 Certificate III in Mining Exploration |
Packaging rules changed to clarify intent; added one elective unit |
Equivalent qualification |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272
