Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining

Investment

$6,650

Delivery

Theory: Supported Distance Learning Online.
Practical Assessments: On-site, MTA Training Facilities (where appropriate) or RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning).
This qualification may be available as a traineeship

Duration

12-18 Months.
The duration will vary depending on operator experience and elective units chosen.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as shot firers, drillers and production operators, working in underground metalliferous mining, who perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures.
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RII30320 Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining Course

Are you working underground and looking for an opportunity for your team or yourself to achieve a Nationally Recognised Qualification in underground mining?  

Our Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining offers the opportunity to choose a specialisation in charge up, development, production or services and infrastructure.

Mine Training Australia offers a Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining course that provides specialised mining skills and efficient safety practices. You will also be trained by excellent instructors who possess vast knowledge of industry best practices and regulations.

If you’re looking to make a difference in the mining industry, obtaining a Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining may be just what you need to take your career to the next level. This certification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to work safely and effectively in underground mining operations.

Some of the key topics covered by this certification include risk, WHS, ground conditions, IT and working successfully in an underground environment.

Whether you’re an experienced miner or just getting started in your mining career underground the Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining can offer a well recognised and transportable Qualification which recognises your knowledge and skills.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as shot firers, drillers and production operators, working in underground metalliferous mining, who perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. This qualification is available for sites that wish to provide this for their employees. Also available as a traineeship.

Theory: Supported Distance Learning Online.
Practical Assessments: On-site, MTA Training Facilities (where appropriate) or RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning).
This qualification may be available as a traineeship

RII30320 Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining (General)

Total number of units: 14 
6 core units plus, 8 elective units

CORE UNITS
RIICOM301E – Communicate information
RIIENV201E – Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns
RIIMEX302D – Assess ground conditions
RIIQUA201E – Maintain and monitor site quality standards
RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes
RIIWHS201E – Work safely & follow WHS policies and procedures

ELECTIVE UNITS

BSBOPS402- Coordinate business operational plans
RIIMPO333E – Conduct underground load, haul and dump truck operations
RIIWHS301E – Conduct safety and health investigation
RIISAM202E – Isolate and access plant
RIIUND205E – Respond to a workforce incident
RIIVEH306E – Operate a mine service vehicle
BSBSTR401 – Promote innovation in team environments
RIIHAN311F – Conduct operations with integrated tool carrier

Each site can select the electives for specialisation in following streams:

– RII30320 Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining (Charge Up)
– RII30320 Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining (Development)
– RII30320 Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining (Production)
– RII30320 Certificate III in Underground Metalliferous Mining (Services and Infrastructure)

Above 18 years old. Must be currently working on an underground mine site.

Nationally Recognised Qualification
RTO: 51586

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