Duration
Face to Face | 8 Weeks
VETiS | 20 Weeks
Fees
$2,950
Funding
Summary
Kickstart Your Career in Mining, Civil Construction, or Infrastructure!
Are you ready to step into a thriving industry? The RII20120 Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation is your gateway to exciting opportunities in the mining, civil construction, and infrastructure sectors. This qualification reflects the roles of individuals working in the resources and infrastructure industries who perform mainly routine tasks and procedures, using limited practical skills and fundamental operational knowledge, and taking some responsibility for the quality of the work outcomes.
Details
Are you ready to enter the dynamic world of mining, construction, and civil operations? The RII20120 Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation opens the door to a successful career in the Industry. This nationally recognised qualification is designed for individuals stepping into the sector, providing you with essential skills and knowledge to perform a variety of routine tasks.
What You’ll Gain:
- Hands-On Experience: Develop practical skills in workplace communication, environmental awareness, risk control, and WHS compliance.
- Foundational Knowledge: Learn how to work safely, follow WHS policies, and identify environmental and heritage concerns.
- Optional Skills: Enhance your capabilities with optional training with the most appropriate elective units that will benefit your work environment.
Why Choose This Course?
- Pathway to Success: This qualification is a valuable stepping stone into more specialised Certificate III pathways, building your confidence and capability for future career progression.
- Career Opportunities: Whether you’re looking to get job-ready or upskill for your next role, this course opens doors to employment across a wide range of infrastructure and resource-based industries.
Ready to build your future from the ground up? Enrol in the RII20120 Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation today and take the first step towards a rewarding career!
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
Total number of units = 9
- 4 core units plus
- 5 elective units
Units of Competency
| Type | Code | Name | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace | Core | RIICOM201E | Communicate in the workplace |
| Core RIIENV201E Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns | Core | RIIENV201E | Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns |
| Core RIIRIS201E Conduct local risk control | Core | RIIRIS201E | Conduct local risk control |
| Core RIIWHS201E Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures | Core | RIIWHS201E | Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures |
| Elective BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | Elective | BSBSUS201 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| Elective CPCCLSF2001 Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level | Elective | CPCCLSF2001 | Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level |
| Elective CPCCLSF2001A Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level | Elective | CPCCLSF2001A | Licence to erect, alter and dismantle scaffolding basic level |
| Elective HLTAID011 Provide First Aid | Elective | HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| Elective RIIBEF201E Plan and organise work | Elective | RIIBEF201E | Plan and organise work |
| Elective RIICCM201E Carry out measurements and calculations | Elective | RIICCM201E | Carry out measurements and calculations |
| Elective RIICCM203D Read and interpret plans and job specifications | Elective | RIICCM203D | Read and interpret plans and job specifications |
| Elective RIIHAN211D Conduct basic scaffolding operations | Elective | RIIHAN211D | Conduct basic scaffolding operations |
| Elective RIISAM201E Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials | Elective | RIISAM201E | Handle resources and infrastructure materials and safely dispose of nontoxic materials |
| Elective RIISAM202E Isolate and access plant | Elective | RIISAM202E | Isolate and access plant |
| Elective RIISAM203E Use hand and power tools | Elective | RIISAM203E | Use hand and power tools |
| Elective RIIVEH201E Operate a light vehicle | Elective | RIIVEH201E | Operate a light vehicle |
| Elective RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces | Elective | RIIWHS202E | Enter and work in confined spaces |
| Elective RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights | Elective | RIIWHS204E | Work safely at heights |
| Elective TLILIC0003 Licence to operate a forklift truck | Elective | TLILIC0003 | Licence to operate a forklift truck |
Delivery Model
Blended Option: Learning & Theory assessment online and practical face to face training.
Face to Face Option: Learning and Assessment face to face.
Delivery Locations
Campus
Meadowbrook
Toowoomba
Workplace Delivery
Entry requirements
Some units of competency within this training program may involve physical activities, such as heavy lifting, standing for extended periods, or operating machinery, which may present challenges for individuals with physical limitations.
Students are encouraged to discuss any physical limitations or specific needs with our support team prior to enrolment so that reasonable adjustments can be considered to support their participation in the training program while maintaining the integrity of assessment outcomes.
As part of the enrolment process, you will need to undertake a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) and Digital Literacy indicator Assessment. This assessment is used for reviewing your suitability for this course.
The minimum level required for entry to this Course is:
Reading: 2
Writing: 2
Oral Communication: 2
Numeracy: 2
Digital Literacy: 2
What resources do I need?
Laptop
Internet access
Full PPE Clothing
- Enclosed footwear (steel cap preferred)
- Long pants and long sleeve shirt – Hi Visibility Shirt or Vest
- Hard Hat
- Safety glasses
If students do not have a Hard Hat or Safety glasses: ATTC will provide for use if necessary.
VETiS Program
The VET in Schools Program has been designed to help you make good career and training choices, so you can leave school career-ready, informed and confident in what your future holds. VETiS offers a training pathway so that you can complete either a Certificate I or II while you are at school.
This Qualification is available under the general training pathway for more information on VETiS programs and eligibility for funding please refer to the VET in Schools Program information under Funding and Pathways section on this website.
Course Outcome
Students who are deemed competent in all units of competency will receive a Qualification and Students who are deemed competent in some units of competency only within this course will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Qualification or Statement is issued by Australian Trade Training College (RTO 31399)
Career Opportunities
The following employment pathways are available to students who complete this qualification:
- Mining/Quarry Trades Worker – entry level
- Surface Extraction Trainee
- Civil Construction
Support and Wellbeing Services
Where a student has a disability or learning difficulty, assessors will apply Australian Trade Training College reasonable adjustment to ensure that the student is not presented with artificial barriers to progress in the course.
Reasonable adjustments may include the use of adaptive technology, educational support, verbal assessment, etc.
We will provide support to each student’s individual needs, providing additional educational and wellness support required for the student to meet the requirements of their training course.
Terms and Conditions
Please review our student handbook and policies prior to applying for this course:
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