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RII30420

Certificate III in Resource Processing

Work towards the RII30420 Certificate III in Resource Processing. Develop operational skills for resource processing, including risk management and carrying out work in line…
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Course overview

Work towards the RII30420 Certificate III in Resource Processing. Develop operational skills for resource processing, including risk management and carrying out work in line with workplace health and safety procedures. The program combines classroom and workplace learning.

Who is this course for?

For people seeking production operator roles, work in metalliferous processing or coal preparation/treatment plants, or roles involving a broad range of skilled applications in varied work contexts.

Delivery and duration

Face-to-face classroom and workplace delivery. Duration: up to 48 weeks, excluding holidays, over six terms. Expected study: up to 1,236 hours, depending on prior knowledge, skills and experience.

Before enrolling, review the CTS Student Handbook, Refund Policy, Complaints and Appeals Policy and RPL Procedure.

What you will learn

  • Communicate in the workplace
  • Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns
  • Apply risk management processes
  • Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
  • Comply with site work processes/procedures

Entry requirements

No formal prerequisites are listed. CTS prefers learners to be 18 or older, live or work in Queensland, have completed Australian Year 12 or equivalent, have basic computer skills and have sound language and literacy skills.

Applicants without an Australian Certificate III or higher are required to complete a language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment. Learners who do not meet the LLN requirements may still enrol where the trainer endorses enrolment and additional support strategies are in place.

Assessment

Assessment combines workplace observation or role-play/simulation; questioning through self-assessment, verbal answers, written questionnaires, modules or interviews; and structured activities such as projects, case studies, presentations, role-play, demonstrations and progressive tasks.

Resources provided by CTS

Learning resources, including materials used in training sessions and study; A learner guide, which include all assessment material; Reference materials as necessary; Workplace environment including access to relevant workplace policies, procedures and personnel

Equipment, PPE and practical access

A laptop (optional); Pen, paper, and stationery

Workplace training facilities providing access to

Required equipment for training and assessment

For all units

Compliance documentation; legislation; regulation; code of practice; standards; company policy and procedure; manufacturer’s guidelines and specifications; Australian standards; Employment and Workplace Relations legislation; Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability; Discrimination legislation

RIICOM201E

Communication equipment and systems such as

the systems overview; operating directories; communication equipment; site specific procedures and constraints; emergency procedures

Safety procedures such as

standard work instructions or equivalent; avoidance of energy sources; care of equipment; Personal Protective Equipment such as protective clothing

RIIENV201E

Contaminants such as

Diseased vegetation; Leakage into ground water; Oil spill; Saline water; Equipment required to identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns; Personal Protective Equipment such as protective clothing

RIIRIS301E

Risk management policies, procedures, and systems

RIIWHS201E

Personal protective equipment such as skin protection, eye protection, protective clothing, etc. Equipment related to working safely and follow WHS policies and procedures

RIIGOV201E

Contaminants such as

Personal protective equipment such as skin protection, eye protection, protective clothing, etc. Equipment required to comply with work site processes and procedures

RIIMPO305F

Relevant compliance documentation such as

legislative, organisation and site requirements and; procedures; manufacturer’s guidelines and specifications; Australian standards; Codes of practice; Employment and Workplace Relations legislation; Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability; Discrimination legislation; Safety information and procedures; Dozer; Personal protective equipment

RIIMCP301D

Different types of coal; Safety information and procedures; Process equipment and plant; Shift reports

RIIMPO304E

Work requirements and procedures; Geological data; Survey data; Wheel loader; Materials to be shifted; Personal protective equipment such as steel-capped boots and hardhat, gloves, general protective and reflective clothing, etc; Pre-start and start-up procedure; Park-up and shutdown procedure; Records and reports

RIIPRO302D

Equipment

communication devices; computers and database management system; accessories; desks and chairs; monitors; power controls; touch pad

RIIPRO301D

Personal protective equipment such as

chemical/gas detectors; eye protection (e.g. glasses); hearing protection (e.g. ear plugs); protection from the elements (e.g. sun block); protective clothing (e.g. gloves, safety boots, helmet, shin guards, long sleeved shirt and trousers); respiratory devices; safety harness when working at heights; Stockpile areas/product bins; Shutdown procedures

RIIPEO203D

Work requirements; Site-specific safety processes and documentation such as JSAs; Computer reports; Accident/incident reports; Pre-start equipment reports/defect reports

RIIWBP201E

Mineralogical data; Work requirements; Flocculants; Gypsum; Equipment such as mobile plant; Pre-start and start-up procedures; Shutdown procedures

Fees and payment

Total course fee: $4,000. Payment arrangements: $1,500 upfront and a $2,500 remaining balance paid through monthly instalments of $227.27 for the remainder of training. Refer to the Fees and Refunds Policy.

Recognition of Prior Learning

CTS has an RPL process described in its Recognition of Prior Learning Policy. Information is provided through face-to-face enrolment discussions, the Student Handbook and the CTS website. Applicants are encouraged to apply before delivery of the units begins, so that they do not miss training opportunities if the RPL application is unsuccessful.

Further qualification pathways

  • RII40220 Certificate IV in Surface Coal Mining (Open Cut Examiner)*
  • RII41319 Certificate IV in Emergency Response Coordination*
  • RII40420 Certificate IV in Underground Coal Operations*
  • RII40520 Certificate IV in Resource Processing*
  • RII50120 Diploma of Surface Operations Management*
  • RII50920 Diploma of Underground Coal Mining Management*

*These courses are not offered by Carroll Training Services

Qualification / component units

Course units
CodeUnitRole
RIICOM201ECommunicate in the workplaceCore
RIIENV201EIdentify and assess environmental and heritage concernsCore
RIIRIS301EApply risk management processesCore
RIIWHS201EWork safely and follow WHS policies and proceduresCore
RIIGOV201EComply with site work processes/proceduresElective
RIIMPO305FConduct coal stockpile dozer operationsElective
RIIMCP301DMonitor plant operations for coal preparationElective
RIIMPO304EConduct wheel loader operationsElective
RIIPRO302DPerform process control room operationsElective
RIIPRO301DConduct crushing and screening plant operationsElective
RIIPEO203DConduct stacker operationsElective
RIIWBP201ETreat and dispose of rejects and tailingsElective
RIIMCP202DConduct rail dispatch operationsElective

Course FAQs

How many units are included?

The program includes 13 units: four core units and nine electives.

Can I apply for Recognition of Prior Learning?

CTS has an RPL assessment process for this qualification. Speak with CTS before unit delivery begins about your experience, evidence and the requirements that apply. An application does not guarantee an RPL outcome.

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Course at a glance

Course code
RII30420
Delivery
Face-to-Face, Workplace
Duration
up to 48 weeks, excluding holidays, over six terms
Study hours
up to 1
Indicative fee
$4,000
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