Certificate III in Pulping Operations

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Description

This qualification describes the skills and knowledge of individuals who perform production roles in a pulping operation. Work activities involve the application of technical skills and knowledge using some discretion and judgement. Individuals in these roles generally provide technical advice and support to a team and work under general supervision. They would be expected to apply technical knowledge to rectify a range of predictable and unforeseen problems relating to start up, operation and shutdown activities.

Job roles

A key focus of the qualification, and therefore vocational outcomes, is on skills for performing production operations, mainly through start-up & shut down of pulping and ancillary equipment and processes, and will reflect the duties of a production employee or technician in one or more of the following areas:

Pulping operations; waste paper recycling; primary resources; stock preparation and handling; fibre preparation.

Co-located job roles

Electricity Generation/Turbine Operator; Steam Generation/Boilerhouse Operator; Water Services Operator; Chemical Recovery Operator; Chemical Preparation worker.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to some units in this qualification in some states and territories at the time of publication and may differ according to jurisdiction.

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Student Outcomes

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Satisfied with Training

Percentage of graduates in the Engineering and Related Technologies field who were satisfied with the training (Certificate III).

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates in the Engineering and Related Technologies field who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay (Certificate III).

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Engineering and Related Technologies field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating (Certificate III).

Jobs

Graduates of the Engineering and Related Technologies field (Certificate III) are most often employed as:

48.6%

Technicians and Trades Workers

18.9%

Machinery Operators and Drivers

15.6%

Labourers

Industries

Graduates of the Engineering and Related Technologies field (Certificate III) are most often employed in:

22.3%

Construction

16.3%

Other Services

14.2%

Manufacturing

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

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Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Pulp and Paper Manufacturing Industry Career Pathway

Certificate III in Pulping Operations is in the Engineering and Related Technologies Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Pulp and Paper Manufacturing Industry.

Stream

Pulping Operations

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Papermaking Operations

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Note: Information provided as a guide only. Chart developed by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au). Information in this chart may be reproduced with acknowledgement of its source: "The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au/jpc) funded by the Australian Government Department of Education and Training".

Australian Apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

This qualification is available as an Australian Apprenticeship in the states and territories highlighted in blue on the map. For more information go to the Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website.

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Units & Packaging

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

13 units of competency:

5 core units plus

8 elective units.

Elective units must ensure the integrity of the qualification’s Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

All units within at least one Industry Specific group must be selected. Remaining electives may be selected from the Elective Units list and can include up to two (2) units from an endorsed Training Package or State/Territory accredited course.

In the Steam Generation sector, if the type of equipment used denotes that a High Risk Work Licence is required, the unit MSMBLIC001 must be used. For equipment use that does not require a High Risk Work Licence, the PPMSTM units may be used.

Core Units

BSBFLM312	Contribute to team effectiveness
MSS402051	Apply quality standards
PPMNUM320	Measure and calculate routine workplace data
PPMPRS210	Identify and rectify problems in the workplace
PPMWHS210	Participate in WHS processes

Industry Specific Elective Units

Chemical recovery operations

PPMREC320	Prepare and start up chemical recovery operations
PPMREC330	Coordinate and implement chemical recovery shutdowns

Electrical power generation

PPMEPG320	Manage a power generation system startup
PPMEPG330	Coordinate power generation system shutdown

Pulping operations

PPMPUL320	Prepare and start up pulping system operations
PPMPUL330	Coordinate and implement pulping plant shutdowns

Primary resource operations

PPMRES340

Troubleshoot and rectify primary resource operations

Steam Generation

MSMBLIC001	Licence to operate a standard boiler
OR
PPMSTM320	Manage steam boiler start up
PPMSTM330	Shut down and bank steam boiler

Stock preparations operations

PPMSPR320	Prepare and start up stock preparation system for production
PPMSPR330	Coordinate and implement stock preparation system shutdown

Waste paper operations

PPMWPO320	Prepare and start up waste paper operations
PPMWPO330	Coordinate and implement waste paper shutdown

Water services

PPMWAS340

Troubleshoot and rectify water systems

Elective Units

Business support

BSBFLM305	Support operational plan
BSBFLM309	Support continuous improvement systems and processes
BSBFLM311	Support a workplace learning environment
BSBRES411	Analyse and present research information
BSBRSK401	Identify risk and apply risk management processes
BSBWRK409	Prepare for and participate in dispute resolution
PPMREL210	Contribute to effective working relationships

Chemical preparation

PPMCPR210

Prepare chemical products

Chemical recovery operations

PPMREC210	Monitor and control chemical recovery operations
PPMREC440	Troubleshoot and rectify chemical recovery operations

Communication

BSBCMM201

Communicate in the workplace

Computer / process control equipment

MSMOPS212	Use organisation computers or data systems
PPMCSK310	Operate process control equipment

Electrical power generation

PPMEPG210

Monitor and control power generation system

Emergency procedures / safety

BSBWHS401	Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs to meet legislative requirements
BSBWHS404	Contribute to WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control
BSBWHS405	Contribute to implementing and maintaining WHS management systems
MSMWHS110	Follow emergency response procedures
PMAWHS211	Prepare equipment for emergency response

Environmental monitoring

PPMENV210	Identify and monitor environmental discharges/emissions
PPMENV320	Monitor and control environmental hazards

First aid

HLTAID003	Provide first aid
MSAPMOHS220A	Provide initial First Aid response

Laboratory operations

MSL904002	Perform standard calibrations
MSL973013	Perform basic tests

Load shifting

PPMMHV210	Operate overhead crane
TLID2003	Handle dangerous goods/hazardous substances
TLID2010	Operate a forklift
TLID2013	Move materials mechanically using automated equipment
TLID2047	Prepare cargo for transfer with slings
TLID3011	Conduct specialised forklift operations
TLID3024	Use specialised liquid bulk transfer equipment (gravity/pressurised)
TLID3031	Rig load
TLID3035	Operate a boom type elevating work platform

Numeracy

MSS404052	Apply statistics to operational processes
PPMNUM210	Estimate and calculate basic data

Planning and organising

BSBADM405	Organise meetings
MEM14005A	Plan a complete activity
MEM30020A	Develop and manage a plan for a simple manufacturing related project

Preventative maintenance / operator maintainer

MEM09002B	Interpret technical drawing
MEM12023A	Perform engineering measurements
MEM18001C	Use hand tools
MEM18002B	Use power tools/hand held operations
MEM18055B	Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components
MSS402081	Contribute to the application of a proactive maintenance strategy
PPMPRM210	Undertake operator level preventative maintenance
PPMPRM220	Perform lubrication

Primary resource operations

PPMRES210

Prepare and operate the woodchip production system

Production support

MEM18011C	Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
MSS402020	Apply quick changeover procedures
MSS402040	Apply 5S procedures
MSS402050	Monitor process capability
MSS403002	Ensure process improvements are sustained
MSS403032	Analyse manual handling processes
MSS403040	Facilitate and improve implementation of 5S
MSS403051	Mistake proof an operational process
PPMPRS320	Solve systemic problems in the workplace
PPMPRV210	Operate ancillary equipment
PPMPRV320	Co-ordinate and direct clothing changes

Pulping operations

PPMPUL210	Monitor and control pulping operations
PPMPUL440	Troubleshoot and rectify pulping processes

Quality

PPMQAS210	Apply basic quality practices
PPMQAS420	Co-ordinate in-process quality assurance

Security

CPPSEC2011B	Control access to and exit from premises
CPPSEC2015A	Patrol premises
CPPSEC3007A	Maintain security of environment

Steam Generation

MSMBLIC001	Licence to operate a standard boiler
MSMBLIC002	Licence to operate an advanced boiler
PPMSTM210	Monitor and control boiler operation
PPMSTM440	Troubleshoot and rectify boiler plant systems

Stock preparations operations

PPMSPR210	Monitor and control stock preparation systems
PPMSPR440	Troubleshoot and rectify stock preparation systems

Sustainability

FWPCOT3263	Maintain and contribute to energy efficiency
TLIU4001	Implement and monitor environmental protection policies and procedures
MSS014003	Optimise sustainability of a process or plant area
MSMENV472	Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

Training and assessment

TAEASS301	Contribute to assessment
TAEDEL301	Provide work skill instruction
TAEDEL404	Mentor in the workplace
	(The following 3 units count as 1 unit)
TAEASS401	Plan assessment activities and processes
TAEASS402	Assess competence
TAEASS403	Participate in assessment validation

Turbine operations

UEPOPS419B	Shut down a steam turbine
UEPOPS411B	Run up a steam turbine

Waste paper operations

PPMWPO210	Monitor and control waste paper operations
PPMWPO440	Troubleshoot and rectify waste paper operations

Workplace health and safety

PPMWHS310	Contribute to WHS processes
PPMWHS320	Maintain WHS processes

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Course Overview

Student Outcomes

Satisfied with Training

Improved Work Status

Salary

Jobs

48.6%

18.9%

15.6%

Industries

22.3%

16.3%

14.2%

Financial Assistance

JobTrainer

Subsidised Training

VET Student Loans

Career Information

Pulp and Paper Manufacturing Industry Career Pathway

Stream

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Australian Apprenticeships

Units & Packaging

Training Providers

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