Certificate II in Process Plant Operations
| Course Enquiries: | General Enquiries: 9564 6287 |
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| Course Code: | PMA20102 |
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| Prerequisites: | Successful completion of Year 10 is required. Applicants without year 10 are required to satisfactorily complete a bridging program prior to acceptance into the course. Applicants should also demonstrate motivation to undertake and complete the course through the provision of references. |
Overview
The chemical industry is very diverse with technology ranging from the relatively basic to the very sophisticated. This package of certificates is designed to provide a balanced program of practical, technical and theoretical training relevant to a plant operator in the chemical and oil refining or distribution industries. Graduates will have competencies in the areas of health, safety, environment, quality and productivity. The certificates also offer the opportunity to integrate on and off the job training.
Qualification & Recognition
This certificate is a stand alone qualification, recognised by industry and educational institutions at state and national levels, and which complies with the National Qualifications Framework.
Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer
Students may be able to shorten the length of their chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQTF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen.
Course Fees
Fees are calculated according to the level of course being studied, and the number of hours being undertaken, up to Government established maximums. Certain categories of students may be eligible for a Government Subsidised Place. Assistance is available for those who are unable to afford fee payment up front.
All Victorian TAFE fees will change on 1 July 2009. Please check the link below or contact the Information Office on 03 95641640.
How to Apply
Course Structure
- Unit
- Hours
- Respond To Emergency Situation
- No module detail is available
- 20
- Participate In Workplace Safety Procedures
- No module detail is available
- 20
- Use Equipment To Procedures
- No module detail is available
- 20
- Read Dials And Indicators
- No module detail is available
- 15
- Undertake Housekeeping Operations
- No module detail is available
- 15
- Operate And Monitor An Item Of Equipment
- No module detail is available
- 30
- Operate Fluid Flow Equipment
- No module detail is available
- 60
- Operate Fluid Mixing Equipment
- No module detail is available
- 20
- Handle Goods
- No module detail is available
- 10
- Use Utilities And Services
- No module detail is available
- 40
- Operate Separation Equipment
- No module detail is available
- 15
- Package Product/Material
- No module detail is available
- 20
- Apply Workplace Procedures
- No module detail is available
- 20
- Relay And Respond To Information
- No module detail is available
- 20
- Follow Environmental Work Practices
- No module detail is available
- 20
- Follow Established Work Plan
- No module detail is available
- 10
- Implement Production Efficiencies
- No module detail is available
- 20
- Process And Record Information
- No module detail is available
- 20
Assessment
Assessment may be a combination of written and online assignments, tests, examinations and practical application projects.
Career and Further Study Opportunities
It is expected that students undertaking this training will already be employed in the chemical industry. However, these qualifications are gaining recognition as vehicles for entry into the industry.
Students who complete all four certificates may wish to proceed to further study at TAFE or tertiary level. Depending on the course selected, some exemptions may be granted.
