This qualification reflects the role of a skilled plant operator working in the civil construction industry. This qualification is eligible for an Australian Apprenticeship.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. It is recommended that participants:
- Be at least 15 years of age; and
- Be employed within the civil construction industry
DELIVERY
This qualification can be delivered in the following ways:
- Face-to-Face Delivery
- Where this course is undertaken as apprenticeship, face-to-face off-the-job training will likely occur through day release, which will supplement the onthe-job training provided by the employer. Apprenticeships are generally completed within three (3) years for full-time apprentices and over six (6) years for school-based apprentices.
- Classroom training is also available for non-apprentices. The qualification is offered over 1-2 years, with variance for practical training availability.
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Gap Training
- Students’ existing skills and knowledge are considered against course requirements. Examples of evidence collected include:
- Direct evidence – such as samples of work, photos, video, references
- Indirect evidence – such as awards, resumes, workplace memos/letters
- Historical evidence – such as past employer references, logbooks
- Evidence is evaluated and gaps in students’ knowledge and skills are determined so that training and assessment can be rganised. Where entire units are to be assessed in full, students are given access to an external online learning program to complete.
- Where RPL is requested, students are supplied with an RPL application upon enrolment
- Students’ existing skills and knowledge are considered against course requirements. Examples of evidence collected include:
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Total number of units = Nineteen (19)
- Fourteen (14) core units
- Five (5) elective units meeting either of the following options:
Elective Option 1
- 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 the RII training package, or from another endorsed training package or accredited course
Elective Option 2
- 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 the RII training package, or from another endorsed training package or accredited course
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 nontoxic 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
- RIIMPO318F Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations
- RIIMPO319E Conduct backhoe/loader operations
- RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations
- RIIMPO321F Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations
- RIIMPO322E Conduct civil construction tracked front end loader operations
- RIIMPO323E Conduct civil construction dozer operations
- RIIMPO324F Conduct civil construction grader operations
- RIIMPO325E Conduct civil construction scraper operations
Group B
- RIIHAN309F Conduct telescopic materials handler operations
- RIIHAN311F Conduct operations with integrated tool carrier
- RIIMPO315E Conduct tractor operations
- RIIMPO316E Conduct self-propelled compactor operations
- RIIMPO317F Conduct roller operations
- RIIMPO326E Conduct civil construction water cart operations
- RIIMPO337E Conduct articulated haul truck operations
- RIIMPO338E Conduct rigid haul truck operations
- RIIVEH304D Conduct tip truck operations
Group C
- CPCCLDG3001A Licence to perform dogging
- CPCCLSF2001A Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level
- RIICCM209D Carry out concrete work
- RIICCM210D Install trench support
- RIICCM211D Erect and dismantle temporary fencing and gates
- RIICRC201D Repair potholes
- RIICRC208D Lay pipes
- RIIHAN301E Operate elevating work platform
- RIIHAN308F Load and unload plant
- RIIRIS201D Conduct local risk control
- RIIRIS202D Respond to site based spills
- RIIWHS202D Enter and work in confined spaces
- RIIWHS204D Work safely at heights
- 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)
Other Electives
- RIIHAN203D Conduct lifting operations
- RIIHAN305D Operate a gantry or overhead crane
- TLID3035 Operate a boom type elevating work platform
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS
Participants will be required to successfully complete a series of assessment tasks which may include a written exam, practical demonstration / observation, case studies, assignments and group activities.
COURSE FEE
CSQ Funding Fee Table
Qualification code and title CSQ contribution AHC30916 Certificate III in Landscape Construction $4,875.00 CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry $4,875.00 CPC30318 Certificate III in Concreting $4,875.00 CPC30711 Certificate III in Rigging $4,875.00 CPC31111 Certificate III in Steelfixing $4,875.00 CPC30911 Certificate III in Scaffolding $4,875.00 RII30815 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations $4,875.00 RII30915 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance) $4,875.00 RII30915 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying) $4,875.00 User Choice Funding Fee Table
Qualifications Student co-contribution fee (Non-Concessional) Student co-contribution fee (Concessional) RII20715 - Certificate II in Civil Construction $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour CPC30511 - Certificate III in Dogging $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour CPC30711 - Certificate III in Rigging $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour CPC30911 - Certificate III in Scaffolding $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour CPC31111 - Certificate III in Steelfixing $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour RII30815 - Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour RII30915 - Certificate III in Civil Construction (Streams 1,2.3,4,9) $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour AHC20416 - Certificate II in Horticulture $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour AHC31016 - Certificate III in Parks and Gardens $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour AHC30916 - Certificate III in Landscape Construction $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour AHC20919 - Certificate II in Sports Turf Management $1.60 per nominal hour $0.64 per nominal hour C3G Funding Fee Table
Qualification Number of Units Student Co-contribution Fee
(Non-Concessional)
Student Co-contribution Fee
(Concessional)AHC30716 Certificate III in Horticulture 16 $64.00
($4.00 per unit)
$32.00
($2.0 per unit)
AHC30916 Certificate III in Landscape Construction 15 $60.00
($4.00 per unit)
$30.00
($2.00 per unit)
AHC31016 Certificate III in Parks and Gardens 16 $64.00
($4.00 per unit)
$32.00
($2.0 per unit)
CPC30711 Certificate III in Rigging 15 $525.00
($35.00 per unit)
$262.50
($17.50 per unit)
CPC30911 Certificate III in Scaffolding 13 $39.00
($3.00 per unit)
$19.50
($1.50 per unit)
CPC31111 Certificate III in Steelfixing 17 $51.00
($3.00 per unit)
$25.50
($1.50 per unit)
Applicants may be eligible for CSQ Funding, with reduced pricing listed in the table below. |
Applicants may be eligible for User Choice Funding (Apprenticeship and traineeship Funding), with reduced pricing listed in the table below. |
Applicants may be eligible for Certificate 3 Guarantee Funding, with reduced pricing listed in the table below. |
CSTC offers competitive pricing for those who don’t meet the funding criteria, as listed in the table below:
| Service | Fee for Service Price |
| Recognition of Prior Learning | $4,500.00 |
| Full course (Classroom based) | $9,490.00 |
COURSE CALENDARPlease contact the CSTC office on 07 3373 8888. |
HOW TO ENROLInterested applicants should download a copy of the Student Enrolment Form, complete and submit it along with payment. Course prices listed on the website are subject to change without notice. |
FURTHER INFORMATIONDownload the Student Handbook and access information on: - Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer - Fees and Charges - Payment terms and conditions (including refunds) - Complaints and appeals process - Student Support |
