RII30820

Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

Build your plant operations career with this apprenticeship course. Become a trade-qualified, skilled plant operator in the civil construction sector.

STUDY LOCATIONS Darling Downs and South West North Queensland

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Course overview

Progress your career in civil construction with this plant operations apprenticeship qualification. Become a recognised skilled plant operator and continue to further your career.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, there are strong job prospects for earthmoving plant operators in Queensland. This large occupation is likely to create around 30,000 job openings across Australia over the next five years.

Build your skills or get recognised for your experience with this course in work areas including infrastructure-related projects, subdivisions, bridge works, railways, harbours, sewerage and drainage, electrical infrastructure, and pipeline and recreation works. Work safely with a range of equipment including excavators, front end loaders, water carts and haul trucks to carry our civil works.

Successful completion of this qualification will give you the skills and knowledge to become a trade qualified plant operator and set up you for further study in the civil construction sector.

What can I do?

Civil Construction Worker
Plant Operators
Earthmoving Plant Operator

Course outcome:

RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding

TAFE Queensland is a proud recipient of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider in the CSQ Skills Assessment and Gap Training program – this course is subsidised under this program. It is important to note only eligible participants may receive funding for eligible courses. Learn more about eligibility criteria.

Free apprenticeships for under 25s

The Queensland government is supporting young Queenslanders up to the age of 25 by providing access to fully subsidised training across a range of priority apprenticeship or traineeship qualifications. Learn more>

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 5 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
RIIBEF201E

Plan and organise work

UNIT CODE :
RIIBEF201E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan and organise work in the resources and infrastructure industries, including conducting basic workplace maintenance and housekeeping procedures.
UNIT NAME
Plan and organise work

UNIT CODE
RIICCM201E

Carry out measurements and calculations

UNIT CODE :
RIICCM201E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out measurements and calculations in the resources and infrastructure industries. It includes using measurements and calculations to estimate quantities for various work activities.
UNIT NAME
Carry out measurements and calculations

UNIT CODE
RIICCM202E

Identify, locate and protect underground services

UNIT CODE :
RIICCM202E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify, locate and protect underground services in civil construction.
UNIT NAME
Identify, locate and protect underground services

UNIT CODE
RIICCM203E

Read and interpret plans and job specifications

UNIT CODE :
RIICCM203E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to read and interpret plans and job specifications in civil construction, including recognising amendments and commonly used symbols and abbreviations. It involves locating and identifying key features on site plans and reading and interpreting job plan specifications.
UNIT NAME
Read and interpret plans and job specifications

UNIT CODE
RIICCM205F

Carry out manual excavation

UNIT CODE :
RIICCM205F

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out manual excavation in civil construction, including confirming the location of underground services, manually excavating, placing barricades and isolating the excavation.
UNIT NAME
Carry out manual excavation

UNIT CODE
RIICCM206E

Support plant operations

UNIT CODE :
RIICCM206E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support plant operations in civil construction, including locating and marking services and assisting and providing guidance to directing operators.
UNIT NAME
Support plant operations

UNIT CODE
RIICCM207E

Spread and compact materials manually

UNIT CODE :
RIICCM207E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to spread and compact materials manually in civil construction, including conducting compaction machine operational checks, directing vehicles and materials, directing machine operator to spread materials and operating mechanical compaction equipment.
UNIT NAME
Spread and compact materials manually

UNIT CODE
RIICCM208E

Carry out basic levelling

UNIT CODE :
RIICCM208E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out basic levelling in civil construction, including establishing offsets to plans and drawings and setting up and using a levelling device
UNIT NAME
Carry out basic levelling

UNIT CODE
RIICOM201E

Communicate in the workplace

UNIT CODE :
RIICOM201E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate in the workplace in the resources and infrastructure industries and other industries with relevant work practices and procedures.
UNIT NAME
Communicate in the workplace

UNIT CODE
RIIRIS301E

Apply risk management processes

UNIT CODE :
RIIRIS301E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply risk management processes in the mining, drilling and civil infrastructure industry.
UNIT NAME
Apply risk management processes

UNIT CODE
RIISAM201E

Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials

UNIT CODE :
RIISAM201E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials in the resources and infrastructure industries.
UNIT NAME
Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials

UNIT CODE
RIISAM203E

Use hand and power tools

UNIT CODE :
RIISAM203E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use hand and power tools in the resources and infrastructure industries.
UNIT NAME
Use hand and power tools

UNIT CODE
RIISAM204E

Operate small plant and equipment

UNIT CODE :
RIISAM204E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate small plant and equipment in the resources and infrastructure industries.
UNIT NAME
Operate small plant and equipment

UNIT CODE
RIIWHS201E

Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures

UNIT CODE :
RIIWHS201E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work safely and follow work health and safety (WHS) policies and procedures in the resources and infrastructure industries.
UNIT NAME
Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures

UNIT CODE
RIIWMG203E

Drain and dewater civil construction sites

UNIT CODE :
RIIWMG203E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to drain and dewater civil construction sites. This includes establishing sedimentation controls, constructing sumps, installing surface or submersible pumps, and draining surface water using surface drains.
UNIT NAME
Drain and dewater civil construction sites

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
AHCSAW201

Conduct erosion and sediment control activities

UNIT CODE :
AHCSAW201

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to control erosion and sediment using earthworks construction and other land forming activities.
UNIT NAME
Conduct erosion and sediment control activities

UNIT CODE
AHCSAW301

Construct conservation earthworks

UNIT CODE :
AHCSAW301

Unit description :
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to use specialised earthmoving techniques to achieve fine tolerances in the construction of conservation earthworks.
UNIT NAME
Construct conservation earthworks

UNIT CODE
CPCCCM2007

Use explosive power tools

UNIT CODE :
CPCCCM2007

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely and effectively operate explosive power tools (EPTs) using explosive charges in a magazine to fasten materials or fix fasteners to bases.

Pre-requisite unit :
CPCCWHS2001
UNIT NAME
Use explosive power tools

UNIT CODE
CPCCWHS2001

Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

UNIT CODE :
CPCCWHS2001

Unit description :
This unit specifies the outcomes required to carry out work health and safety (WHS) requirements through safe work practices in all on- or off-site construction workplaces.
UNIT NAME
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

UNIT CODE
RIICCM204E

Place and fix reinforcement materials

UNIT CODE :
RIICCM204E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to place and fix reinforcement materials in civil construction, including preparing, placing, fixing and checking deformed bars, rods and mesh sheets.
UNIT NAME
Place and fix reinforcement materials

UNIT CODE
RIICCM209E

Carry out concrete work

UNIT CODE :
RIICCM209E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to carry out concrete work in civil construction, including constructing and fitting reinforcement, erecting formwork, concreting and stripping formwork.
UNIT NAME
Carry out concrete work

UNIT CODE
RIICCM210E

Install trench support

UNIT CODE :
RIICCM210E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to install trench support in civil construction, including both installing and removing trench shoring.
UNIT NAME
Install trench support

UNIT CODE
RIICCM211E

Construct and dismantle fences and gates

UNIT CODE :
RIICCM211E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to construct and dismantle fences and gates in civil construction, including constructing gates, fencing and signage and carrying out dismantling procedures and housekeeping procedures.
UNIT NAME
Construct and dismantle fences and gates

UNIT CODE
RIICRC201E

Repair potholes

UNIT CODE :
RIICRC201E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to repair potholes in civil construction, including preparing, repairing and cleaning up potholes to sub-grade level.
UNIT NAME
Repair potholes

UNIT CODE
RIICRC208E

Lay pipes

UNIT CODE :
RIICRC208E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lay pipes in civil construction, including setting out and conducting excavation, preparing foundations, installing bedding and laying pipe.
UNIT NAME
Lay pipes

UNIT CODE
RIIHAN208E

Perform dogging

UNIT CODE :
RIIHAN208E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform dogging, including planning for dogging, preparing dogging equipment and moving loads.
UNIT NAME
Perform dogging

UNIT CODE
RIIHAN211D

Conduct basic scaffolding operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIHAN211D

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct basic scaffolding operations, including erecting, maintaining and dismantling basic scaffolding.
UNIT NAME
Conduct basic scaffolding operations

UNIT CODE
RIIHAN301E

Operate elevating work platform

UNIT CODE :
RIIHAN301E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate an elevating work platform at any height.
UNIT NAME
Operate elevating work platform

UNIT CODE
RIIHAN308F

Load and unload plant

UNIT CODE :
RIIHAN308F

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to load and unload plant.
UNIT NAME
Load and unload plant

UNIT CODE
RIIHAN309F

Conduct telescopic materials handler operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIHAN309F

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct telescopic materials handler operations.
UNIT NAME
Conduct telescopic materials handler operations

UNIT CODE
RIIHAN311F

Conduct operations with integrated tool carrier

UNIT CODE :
RIIHAN311F

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct operations with integrated tool carrier.
UNIT NAME
Conduct operations with integrated tool carrier

UNIT CODE
RIIMPO315E

Conduct tractor operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIMPO315E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate tractors and use attachments.
UNIT NAME
Conduct tractor operations

UNIT CODE
RIIMPO317F

Conduct roller operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIMPO317F

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a roller to compact material.
UNIT NAME
Conduct roller operations

UNIT CODE
RIIMPO318F

Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIMPO318F

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required operate a skid steer loader to load, haul and distribute materials.
UNIT NAME
Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations

UNIT CODE
RIIMPO319E

Conduct backhoe/loader operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIMPO319E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a backhoe/loader to load, distribute and place materials.
UNIT NAME
Conduct backhoe/loader operations

UNIT CODE
RIIMPO320F

Conduct civil construction excavator operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIMPO320F

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate excavator operations to lift carry and place materials.
UNIT NAME
Conduct civil construction excavator operations

UNIT CODE
RIIMPO321F

Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIMPO321F

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct wheeled front end loader operations.
UNIT NAME
Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations

UNIT CODE
RIIMPO323E

Conduct civil construction dozer operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIMPO323E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct dozer operations.
UNIT NAME
Conduct civil construction dozer operations

UNIT CODE
RIIMPO324F

Conduct civil construction grader operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIMPO324F

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct grader operations.
UNIT NAME
Conduct civil construction grader operations

UNIT CODE
RIIMPO325E

Conduct civil construction scraper operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIMPO325E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate a scraper to load, transport and discharge material, and to couple and relocate a scraper.
UNIT NAME
Conduct civil construction scraper operations

UNIT CODE
RIIMPO326E

Conduct water vehicle operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIMPO326E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to load, haul and distribute water using a water vehicle.
UNIT NAME
Conduct water vehicle operations

UNIT CODE
RIIMPO337E

Conduct articulated haul truck operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIMPO337E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate, load, haul and dump materials using an articulated haul truck.
UNIT NAME
Conduct articulated haul truck operations

UNIT CODE
RIIQUA201E

Maintain and monitor site quality standards

UNIT CODE :
RIIQUA201E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain and monitor site quality standards in the resources and infrastructure industries.
UNIT NAME
Maintain and monitor site quality standards

UNIT CODE
RIIRIS201E

Conduct local risk control

UNIT CODE :
RIIRIS201E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct local risk in the resources and infrastructure industries.
UNIT NAME
Conduct local risk control

UNIT CODE
RIIRIS202E

Respond to site based spills

UNIT CODE :
RIIRIS202E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to respond to site based spills in the resources and infrastructure industries.
UNIT NAME
Respond to site based spills

UNIT CODE
RIIVEH304E

Conduct tip truck operations

UNIT CODE :
RIIVEH304E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct tip truck operations in the resources and infrastructure industries.
UNIT NAME
Conduct tip truck operations

UNIT CODE
RIIWHS202E

Enter and work in confined spaces

UNIT CODE :
RIIWHS202E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to enter and work in confined spaces in the resources and infrastructure industries.
UNIT NAME
Enter and work in confined spaces

UNIT CODE
RIIWHS204E

Work safely at heights

UNIT CODE :
RIIWHS204E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work safely at heights in the resources and infrastructure industries. It applies to those working in operational roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures and take responsibility for the quality of work outcomes. Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
UNIT NAME
Work safely at heights

UNIT CODE
RIIWHS205E

Control traffic with stop-slow bat

UNIT CODE :
RIIWHS205E

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to control vehicle and pedestrian traffic using stop-slow bats, hand signals and approved communication devices in the resources and infrastructure industries.
UNIT NAME
Control traffic with stop-slow bat

UNIT CODE
TLILIC0005

Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)

UNIT CODE :
TLILIC0005

Unit description :
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely operate a boom-type Elevating Work Platform (EWP) where the length of the boom is 11 metres or more in accordance with all relevant legislative requirements. Competence in this unit, does not in itself result in a Risk Work Licence (HRWL) to operate this plant.
UNIT NAME
Licence to operate a boom-type elevating work platform (boom length 11 metres or more)

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Toowoomba	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Mount Isa	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online
Cairns	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle	Apprenticeship	WORKPLACE Workplace	DROP IN DAYS Drop in days	BLOCK TRAINING Block training	DAY RELEASE Day release	MOBILE VAN Mobile van	Online Online

At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, online or a mix of all these options. Learn more

You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. Speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).

Costs:

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.

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Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations (RII30820)

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Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

COURSE CODE: RII30820

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Payment plan

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

To study an apprenticeship program you must be indentured as an apprentice with your employer.

Employers need to be able to provide the necessary human and physical resources to qualify for an apprentice.

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Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes.
This includes the use of:

safety glasses
protective footwear with safety toe cap and non-slip soles to AS2210
leather gloves to AS2161
hair protection
You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing.

If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

Important information

Existing workers in the Building and Construction Industry, or those returning to the industry, may be eligible for funding under the CSQ Skills Assessment and Gap Training (SAGT) program. For further information about this great funding opportunity, please visit the CSQ Website or contact us.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

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Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding

Free apprenticeships for under 25s

Core units

Elective units

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Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Important information

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Certificate II in Civil Construction

Careers