Certificate III in Drilling Oil & Gas (Onshore) - RII32020

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Australian Apprenticeships

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Description

This qualification reflects the role of individuals such as derrickmen or assistant drillers who perform tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services and/or contingency measures.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between States, Territories, and industry sectors, and must be sourced from state jurisdictions prior to applying the qualification.

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Student Outcomes

Students who graduate from VET courses are surveyed approximately 6 months after they have completed their training. For more information on the statistics provided in this section, including the different levels (course, field of education, all fields of education) of data available please select the Learn more button below.

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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.

Financial Assistance

The federal, state and territory governments provide financial incentives and support for vocational education and training students to help them gain the skills required to secure and maintain rewarding and sustainable employment.

There are programs for all kinds of students; apprentices and trainees, new job starters, those re-entering the workforce, retraining for a new job or upgrading their skills for an existing job.

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JobTrainer

If you are leaving school or looking for work, you may be able to study a free or low-fee course through JobTrainer.

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Subsidised Training

State and territory governments dedicate funds to reduce or, in some cases, fully cover tuition fees for VET students who wish to study certain courses.
Unfortunately, no subsidies are currently available for this course.

VET Student Loans

Certain courses are eligible for a VET Student Loan from the Australian Government to assist students with paying tuition fees. The initial debt amount (including the loan fee, if applicable) plus indexation must be paid back once the loan recipient starts earning over a certain amount. Compulsory repayment threshold information is available on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website.

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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.

Resources and Infrastructure Career Pathway

Certificate III in Drilling Oil & Gas (Onshore) is in the Engineering and Related Technologies Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Resources and Infrastructure.

Stream

Drilling

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Drilling Manager

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Civil Construction

Surface Extraction and Processing

Metalliferous Mining

Mineral Exploration

Coal Mining

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 Employment and Workplace Relations".

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.

Australian Apprenticeships Pathways

Units & Packaging

The following provides the packaging rules for this qualification, followed by the list of relevant units of competency.

Total units = 14

10 core units, plus

4 elective units, of which:

at least two (2) units must be chosen from Group A

no more than one (1) unit may be chosen from elsewhere within this training package, or from another endorsed training package or accredited course.

All elective units selected from outside this qualification must reflect current occupational and learning outcomes of this AQF qualification level.

Where a unit is imported as an elective, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified are complied with.

Core units of competency
Unit code	Unit title
BSBFLM303	Contribute to effective workplace relationships
BSBWHS301	Maintain workplace safety
MSMPER200	Work in accordance with an issued permit
RIIENV201E	Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns
RIIERR302E	Respond to local emergencies and incidents
RIIOGD209F	Operate and maintain ancillary equipment
RIIOGD302F	Assist in running casing
RIIOGD303F	Trip pipe
RIIOGN302F	Operate mud pumps
RIIOGN303E	Operate, monitor and maintain mud systems
Elective
Group A
Unit code	Unit title
RIIOGD203F	Prepare and operate drilling fluid systems
RIIOGD301E	Conduct and maintain derrick operations
RIIOGD304D	Apply effective coal seam gas control practices
RIIOGD305E	Apply blow out prevention operational procedures
Group B
Unit code	Unit title
PMASUP236	Operate vehicles in the field
RIIHAN309F	Conduct telescopic materials handler operations
RIIMPO304E	Conduct wheel loader operations
RIINHB220	Assist coil tube drilling
RIIRIS301E	Apply risk management processes
RIISAM204E	Operate small plant and equipment
RIIVEH305F	Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle
RIIWHS202E	Enter and work in confined spaces
RIIWHS204E	Work safely at heights
TAEDEL301	Provide work skill instruction

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