RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working as skilled operators with civil construction plant, applying a broad range of skills in varied work contexts, using discretion and judgment, along with relevant theoretical knowledge. These individuals may also provide theoretical advice and support a team. Upon successful completion of this qualification, students will gain competencies in operating the civil construction plants listed below.

Delivery Mode and Duration:

Full time comprehensive training program combining classroom learning with hands-on practice in a simulated construction environment. Face-to-face training duration over a duration 12 weeks (60 days), Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Regular attendance is mandatory. For students requiring extra assistance, up to 12 months is allowed to complete the course. These students will have access to ad-hoc support sessions organised with the trainer to help them progress.

Qualification:

Upon successful completion, student will receive:

• RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations testamur,

Statement of Attainment: A statement of attainment will be supplied for partial completion of the course.

Certificate will be issued under MTACS (RTO 52053).

Enrolment Information:

Students are required to read the Student Handbook and agree to the Terms and Conditions prior to enrolment. All students must satisfactorily complete a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) assessment at a minimum of ACSF Level 2 and participate in a course suitability discussion during the pre-enrolment process. Once the enrolment is reviewed, students will receive con­formation of their enrolment. A valid Unique Student Identi­fier (USI) is mandatory for all students.

Units of Competency:

Packaging rules for this qualification require the completion of 20 units of which 15 are core units and 5 are elective units.

Core Units

RIIBEF201E Plan and organise work

RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace

RIICCM202E Identify, locate and protect underground services

RIICCM203E Read and interpret plans and job specifications

RIICCM201E Carry out measurements and calculations

RIICCM205F Carry out manual excavation

RIICCM206E Support plant operations

RIICCM207E Spread and compact materials manually

RIICCM208E Carry out basic levelling

RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes

RIISAM201E Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials

RIISAM203E Use hand and power tools

RIISAM204E Operate small plant and equipment

RIIWHS201E Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures

RIIWMG203E Drain and dewater civil construction sites

Elective Units

RIIMPO318F Conduct civil construction skid steer operations

RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations

RIIMPO321F Conduct civil construction wheeled front end loader operations

RIIMPO317F Conduct roller operations

RIIQUA201E Maintain and monitor site quality standards

What You Need to Provide:
Students participating in this course are required to wear enclosed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. To gain access to the practical site, students may be required to wear long sleeves, a high visibility vest or shirt, long pants, and safety boots.

Entry Requirements:

• Students must be 16 years or older at the time of enrolment.
• Students must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or have legal rights to study in Australia.
• Students must be physically ­fit and able to undertake manual handling tasks, work outdoors, carry items, mount and dismount earthmoving machines, and manoeuvre hand tools.

WA Funding Eligibility Criteria:

• Students must have turned 16 years of age.
• Students must be unemployed or under employed and able to access mainstream training.
• Students must have a written referral from an Approved Participation Referral Agent for Job Seekers; or be referred by themselves; another agency or recruited.
• Students primary place of residence must be in Western Australia.
• Students must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or holders of a sub-class 300, 309, 444, 445, 461, 785, 790, or 820 visa; • Secondary holders of a temporary visa of sub-class 188, 457, 482, 489, 491 or 494 visa; • Holders of a Bridging Visa E (subclasses 050 and 051) where the visa holder has made a valid application for a visa of subclass 785 or 790; • Ukraine citizens who are holders of a visa sub-class 449 or 786; • Afghan citizens who are holders of a visa sub-class 449; and • Holders of a bridging visa who are eligible to work, and who have made a valid application for a subclass 866.
• Students under the age of 18 who are mandatory high school age must have an accompanying NOA or have an exemption.
• Proof of eligibility is required at the time of enrolment.
• Enrolling in this course may impact your eligibility for future funding with DTWD.

Assessment Methods:

The evidence gathering process will reflect specific requirements for units within the training package. Each candidate’s attainment of the units of competency within this qualification is achieved by their successful completion of a range of assessment activities.

For each unit of Competency, these activities may include:

• written tests including questioning and case studies
• oral questions, and
• submission of supplementary assessment evidence
• practical demonstrations

Candidates are required to demonstrate that they can apply the knowledge and skills learnt in a range of situations and in varying contexts so many of the assessment requirements of the units of competencies will need to be demonstrated on more than one occasion.

Qualification Fees with the Following Unit Option:

Students who are not eligible for WA funded student tuition fees:

• $7,500 (includes a non-refundable deposit of $400). No additional prepayments are required.
• Payment plans are available.

Students who are eligible for WA funded student tuition fees:

• The student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as Student service and resource fees.
• All fees and charges for funded training are taken from the DTWD VET Fees and Charges Policy. Please refer to our website for more information.
• For Lower Fees, Local Skills eligible courses, annual fee cap limits apply of $400 for concession eligible students and $1,200 for non-concession eligible students. For full details about this program and any individual eligibility requirements, please go to https://www.jobsandskills.wa.gov.au/skillsready
• Payment plans are available via EziDebit. Additionally, students who feel they are experiencing financial hardship should seek further advice from a Training Department staff member.
• For RPL fees, please refer to the Fees and Charges Policy on our website.

RIIMPO317F Conduct roller operations (available at regional training locations)

• Concession: $312
• Non-concession: $1,053
• Youth (16-25 Years): $400 (annual fee cap)

For RPL fees, please refer to the Fees and Charges Policy on MTACS website www.mtacs.com.au.

Other Information:

There are no classes scheduled during Public Holidays.

Further Study Options:

Students who successfully complete RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations may choose to continue their studies toward a higher-level qualification in civil construction.

RTO Registration:

Mining Transport and Construction Service Pty Ltd (MTACS) current registration runs till 30 Jan 2026.

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