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Certificate III Civil Construction Plant Operation Course

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Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

Vertical Horizonz offers Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations course. Enrol now and get certified for operating construction plants and machinery.

PURPOSE 

The Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operation course is suited for individuals working in all industries. It reflects the role of individuals working as skilled operators with civil construction plants, who apply a broad range of skills in varied work contexts, using some discretion and judgment and relevant theoretical knowledge.

SKILLS LEARNT

The Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operation course covers a range of industry-specific core units of competency designed to ensure trainees understand how to plan and undertake work requirements, identify and mitigate hazards and communicate within the workplace.

Examples of Plant Operations activities are:

  • Excavation
  • Earthmoving
  • Drainage and dewatering
  • Material transportation
  • Light machinery operation
  • Telescopic materials handler
  • Load and unload the plant
  • HIgh-Risk Work licence

Benefits of Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operation Course:

  • Advances operator competency and confidence
  • Ensures safe plant operation
  • Develops effective and efficient project outcomes
  • Creates industry work opportunities

Whether you’re interested in operating heavy machinery with our Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation, or becoming a skilled driller with our Certificate III in Drilling Operations, our diverse range of vocational courses, including Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations and Certificate III in Trenchless Technology, can help you achieve your career goals.

ENTRY CRITERIA

They must have access to the tools and equipment and access to appropriate work to evidence their competency. Trainees will need essential PPE as required by the workplace or activity, including well-fitted steel-capped work boots, gloves as needed, and high visibility clothing. 

Entry is otherwise open.

DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

  • Workplace visits to understand the environment and current issues.
  • Regular client consultation
  • Customised programme development

METHOD OF INSTRUCTION

The programme trainers are all experienced, practical people. They speak everyday workplace language and have a wealth of reallife examples to share with trainees. Trainees are encouraged to ‘have a go’ in a supportive, safe environment.

COURSE CONTENT:

Vertical Horizonz Australia covers all methodology, techniques, and safety involved in the daily operation of plant machinery. 

Packaging rules for the course content involve:

  • 15 Core Units 
  • 5 Elective Units, made up from a selection of units across

FUNDED TRAINING

Multiple funding options are available, including Skills Assure and Federal assistance packages. We can provide you advice on the suitable funding options available. Contact our head office to see if you are entitled to the funding options available.

Standard qualification fees are:

  • Full training and assessment – $8,500.00 
  • Payment plans available
  • RPL & gap training from $2,000, plus $400 per unit train out but capped at $8,500
  • Corporate rates are available for multiple trainees
UNIT CODE UNIT TITLE UNIT CODE UNIT TITLE
CORE UNITS
RIIBEF201E Plan and organise work RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace
RIICCM201E Carry out measurements and calculations RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes
RIICCM202E Identify, locate and protect underground services RIIWHS201E Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
RIICCM203E Read and interpret plans and specifications RIICCM206E Support plant operations
RIICCM205F Carry out manual excavation RIICCM208E Carry out basic levelling
RIICCM207E Spread and compact materials manually RIISAM203 Use hand and power tools
RIISAM204E Operate small plant and equipment RIIWMG203E Drain and de-water civil construction sites
RIISAM201E Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of non-toxic materials
ELECTIVES
RIICCM205F Carry out manual excavation RIIHAN307E Operate a vehicle loading crane
RIICCM206E Support plant operations RIIHAN301E Operate elevating work platform
RIICCM207E Spread and compact materials manually RIIOGF302E Operate drilling fluid and mud pits
RIICCM208E Carry out basic levelling RIIOGN303E Operate mud systems
RIICCM210E Install trench support RIISAM203E Use hand and power tools
RIICRC203E Install sub-oil drainage RIISAM204E Operate small plant and equipment
RIICRC208E Lay pipes RIIWMG203E Drain and de-water civil construction site
RIICTT302E Conduct impact moling, ramming and augering operations RIISAM201E Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of non-toxic materials

Location: 3/94 Delta Street, Geebung, Brisbane, or training may also be conducted at client's venue upon request

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