RII20615 Certificate II in Mining / Field Exploration

Release 2

RII20615 Certificate II in Mining / Field Exploration

Modification History

Release	Comments
1	This qualification replaces RII20613 Certificate II in Mining / Field Exploration. Packaging rules wording changed to clarify intent. Added BSBDIV301 Work effectively with diversity to Group B electives. Updated codes on imported units. Added qualification mapping information.
2	This version was released with RII Resources and Infrastructure Training Package version 3.0.

Qualification Description

This qualification reflects the role of an employee working in a mining exploration team or working as a pit technician, who undertakes a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and who takes some responsibility for the quality of work outcomes.

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 = 14

10 core units plus

4 elective units, of which:

at least two (2) must be chosen from Group A

no more than two (2) may 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.

Core units of competency
Unit code	Unit title
HLTAID003	Provide first aid
RIICOM201D	Communicate in the workplace
RIIEGS201D	Operate in isolated and remote situations
RIIEGS202D	Conduct field work
RIIENV201D	Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns
RIIQUA201D	Maintain and monitor site quality standards
RIIRIS201D	Conduct local risk control
RIISTD202D	Collect routine site samples
RIIVEH305E	Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle
RIIWHS201D	Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
Electives
Group A
Unit code	Unit title
AHCNAR201	Carry out natural area restoration works
AHCNAR303	Implement revegetation works
AHCSAW201	Conduct erosion and sediment control activities
AHCSAW301	Construct conservation earthworks
CPPSIS3016	Provide field support services for surveying and spatial projects
RIIEGS301D	Operate and maintain instruments and field equipment
RIIEGS304D	Mobilise equipment and materials
RIIEGS305D	Navigate in a remote or trackless areas
Group B
Unit code	Unit title
BSBDIV301	Work effectively with diversity
BSBITU111	Operate a personal digital device
BSBSUS201	Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
HLTAID006	Provide advanced first aid
RIIRIS202D	Respond to site based spills

Qualification Mapping Information

Code and title current version	Code and title previous version	Comments	Equivalence status
RII20615 Certificate II in Mining / Field Exploration	RII20613 Certificate II in Mining / Field Exploration	Packaging rules changed to clarify intent; added one elective unit	Equivalent qualification

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.education.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=88a61002-9a21-4386-aaf8-69c76e675272