Certificate IV in Cotton Ginning

Job roles/employment outcomes

The Certificate IV covers occupations such as supervisors in cotton ginning operations. It allows for a multi-skilled outcome and provides a basis for career progression.

This qualification is typically used to develop skill and knowledge in the application of specialised technical and supervisory skills within cotton ginning enterprises.


Subjects

To be awarded the Certificate IV in Cotton Ginning, competency must be achieved in twenty-seven (27) units of competency.

Eighteen (18) core units of competency

Nine (9) elective units of competency as specified below.

If Certificate III has been achieved, an additional five (5) units are required according to the rules described. Units that have been credited towards lower level qualifications must not be selected in the additional five (5) unit requirement.

Note: Where prerequisite units apply, these have been noted, and must be considered in the total number of units.

CORE UNITS

Complete all eighteen (18) units from this list

Unit code

Unit title

add topic LMTCG2001A

Identify cotton characteristics

add topic LMTCG2002A

Gin cotton

add topic LMTCG2003A

Control bale or mote press operations

add topic LMTCG3001A

Identify factors that impact on cotton quality

add topic LMTCG3002A

Perform advanced operational maintenance of cotton ginning machines and equipment

add topic LMTGN2001B

Follow defined OH&S policies and procedures

add topic LMTGN2002B

Apply quality standards

add topic LMTGN2003B

Work in the Textiles, Clothing and Footwear industry

add topic LMTGN2010B

Perform tasks to support production

add topic LMTGN3001B

Control production in a section of a Textiles, Clothing and Footwear enterprise

add topic LMTGN3002B

Organise and plan own work to achieve planned outcomes

add topic LMTGN4010A

Implement and monitor OH&S in the workplace

add topic MEM11010B

Operate mobile load shifting equipment

add topic MEM12023A

Perform engineering measurements

add topic MEM13001B

Perform emergency first aid

add topic MEM18001C

Use hand tools

add topic MEM18002B

Use power tools/hand held operations

add topic MSAENV272B

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

ELECTIVE UNITS

Select nine (9) units as specified below.

A minimum of five (5) units must be selected from Group A

A maximum of four (4) units may be selected from Group B

NOTE: Competitive Manufacturing Training Package units, identified in Group A as MSACM coded units, should be selected on the basis of work requirements. Those at Certificate II level (units in the 200 series) are appropriate for operators. MSACM units for those in Certificate III level positions such as team leaders should be selected from both the 200 series and the 400 series.

GROUP A

Unit code

Unit title

Prerequisites

add topic FNSACC402A

Prepare operational budgets

add topic LMTCG3003A

Assist in overhauling or repairing cotton ginning fluid power equipment

add topic LMTGN2004B

Work in a team environment

add topic MEM05004C

Perform routine oxy acetylene welding

add topic MEM05007C

Perform manual heating and thermal cutting

add topic MEM05008C

Perform advanced manual thermal cutting, gouging and shaping

add topic MEM05007C

add topic MEM05012C

Perform routine manual metal arc welding

add topic MEM05050B

Perform routine gas metal arc welding

add topic MEM07001B

Perform operational maintenance of machines/equipment

add topic MEM18001C

add topic MEM09002B

Interpret engineering drawing

add topic MEM18005B

Perform fault diagnosis, installation and removal of bearings

add topic MEM09002B

add topic MEM12023A

add topic MEM18001C

add topic MEM18002B

add topic MEM18003C

add topic MEM18006C

add topic MEM18055B

add topic MEM18008B

Balance equipment

add topic MEM09002B MEM12023A MEM18001C MEM18002B MEM18003C MEM18006C MEM18055B

add topic MEM18009B

Perform levelling and alignment of machines and engineering components

add topic MEM09002B MEM12023A MEM18001C MEM18002B MEM18003C MEM18006C MEM18055B

add topic MEM18018C

Maintain pneumatic system components

add topic MEM09002B

add topic MEM12023A

add topic MEM18001C

add topic MEM18002B

add topic MEM18003C

add topic MEM18006C

add topic MEM18055B

add topic MEM18019B

Maintain pneumatic systems

add topic MEM09002B

add topic MEM12023A

add topic MEM18001C

add topic MEM18002B

add topic MEM18003C

add topic MEM18006C

add topic MEM18018C

add topic MEM18055B

add topic MEM18049B

Disconnect/reconnect fixed wire equipment up to 1000v ac and 1500v dc

add topic MEM09002B MEM10002B MEM12002B MEM18001C

add topic MEM18055B

Dismantle, replace and assemble engineering components

add topic MEM09002B

add topic MEM12023A

add topic MEM18001C

add topic MEM18002B

add topic MSS402010A

Manage the impact of change on own work

add topic MSS403010A

Facilitate change in an organisation implementing competitive systems and practices

add topic MSS402001A

Apply competitive systems and practices

add topic MSS402002A

Sustain process improvements

add topic MSS403001A

Implement competitive systems and practices

add topic MSS403002A

Ensure process improvements are sustained

add topic MSS402020A

Apply quick changeover procedures

add topic MSS402021A

Apply Just in Time procedures

add topic MSS402030A

Apply cost factors to work practices

add topic MSS402031A

Interpret product costs in terms of customer requirements

add topic MSS402040A

Apply 5S procedures

add topic MSS402050A

Monitor process capability

add topic MSS402060A

Use planning software systems in operations

add topic MSS402061A

Use SCADA systems in operations

add topic MSACMT270A

Use sustainable energy practices

add topic MSS402080A

Undertake root cause analysis

add topic MSS402081A

Contribute to the application of a proactive maintenance strategy

add topic MSS403021A

Facilitate a Just in Time system

add topic MSS403030A

Improve cost factors in work practices

add topic MSS403032A

Analyse manual handling processes

add topic MSS403040A

Facilitate and improve implementation of 5S

add topic MSS404050A

Undertake process capability improvements

add topic MSS404052A

add topic MSS403051A

Mistake proof an operational process

add topic MSS404052A

Apply statistics to operational processes

add topic MSS404060A

Facilitate the use of planning software systems in a work area or team

add topic MSS404061A

Facilitate the use of SCADA systems in a team or work area

add topic MSS404081A

Undertake proactive maintenance analyses

add topic MSS404082A

Assist in implementing a proactive maintenance strategy

add topic MSAENV472B

Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices

add topic TAEASS401B

Plan assessment activities and processes

add topic TAEASS402B

Assess competence

GROUP B

Other Cotton Ginning units that are available at Certificates IV (maximum 4) or V (maximum 1)

Other TCF Training Package units that are available at Certificates III (maximum 1), IV (maximum 4) and V (maximum 1)

Units from other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses at Certificates III (maximum 1), IV (maximum 4) and V (maximum 1)


Pathways...

    Pathways into the qualification

    Direct entry into this qualification requires completion of a total of twenty-seven (27) units according to the rules described below.

    Credit may be granted towards this qualification by those who have completed LMT30307 Certificate III in Cotton Ginning or achieved equivalent industry experience.

    Pathways from the qualification

    Further training pathways from this qualification include MSA51108 Diploma of Competitive Manufacturing or other relevant manufacturing or management qualifications.


Entry Requirements

Not applicable.


Licensing Information

There are no specific licences that relate to this qualification. However, some units in this qualification may have licensing or regulatory requirements in some environments. Local regulations should be checked for details.


Employability Skills

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY

Employability Skills Summary - Certificate IV in Cotton Ginning

The following table contains a summary of the Employability Skills as identified by the Cotton Ginning industries for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that reflect skill requirements for this level.

Employability Skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

understand personal requirements of relevant industry and workplace standards, regulations and policies

complete standard documentation

use communication technologies efficiently

communicate technical issues and procedures about cotton ginning

communicate to others ginning operational requirements

ensure ginning records are accurate and legible

establish effective working relationships with colleagues

undertake interactive workplace communication

demonstrate effective and appropriate communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with people from a range of backgrounds

develop and communicate work instructions, specifications and procedures for production

Teamwork

explain and implement work team reporting requirements

monitor work team tasks in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements

provide leadership and encourage others in working cooperatively with people of different ages, gender, race or religion

undertake appropriate and effective communication with team members

participate in sustainability improvements

liaise with and provide support to other team members

keep team members informed of changes to work practices

identify team performance required to meet customer needs

provide leadership to others in the team

encourage the sharing of information between team members

plan and support team activities

Problem-solving

identify risks and implement risk control measures for machinery and equipment

identify and act on environmental hazards

identify and address machinery problems and faults

check performance of machinery

assess and evaluate skills requirements of self and others to perform tasks

deal with and promptly resolve issues

conduct tests, analyse results and use other problem solving techniques to determine ginning requirements

manage cotton ginning technical processes and provide problem solving support to team members

implement changes to ginning procedures when required

examine tools and machinery for damage, missing components or other defects

analyse relevant workplace data to identify hazards, assess risks and evaluate the effectiveness of risk control measures

Initiative and enterprise

seek and provide feedback on cotton ginning processes and procedures

collect and monitor information from a variety of sources including customers, suppliers, technical resources and regulatory authorities

identify non-conformances to standards and take appropriate action

identify potential areas for improvement to environmental performance

rectify problems promptly and appropriately

monitor and adjust activity in response to variations caused by differences in raw cotton, equipment condition and customer requirements

identify and address existing and potential risks

monitor information and records to identify trends that may require remedial action

develop and promote continuous improvement

gather and analyse information on machinery or ginning process problems

record information on the quality and other indicators of ginning performance

adjust and implement production schedules changes

Planning and organising

monitor quality outcomes

allocate tasks to operators

implement contingency plan promptly when incidents occur

identify training needs for the work team and seek training support

monitor equipment condition and performance

identify hazards and implement appropriate hazard control measures

organise self and others to meet production schedules

identify and rectify parts and other shortages in advance

sequence work to maximise safety and productivity

select and use appropriate hand and power tools

identify labour requirements to achieve efficient ginning and perform required services

determine materials, chemicals, quality and ginning production requirements

apply time management skills to ensure flow of modules to gin according to ginning schedule

Self-management

monitor information in work area

monitor and keep work areas clean and tidy at all times

conduct regular housekeeping activities during shift

locate, interpret and apply relevant OHS, ginning process and equipment information

monitor own work against quality standards

understand own work activities and responsibilities

identify and apply safety procedures, including the use of protective equipment

manage work load priorities

interpret and apply relevant acts and regulations

develop and implement workplace procedures and instructions

establish own work schedule

monitor use of resources

accept responsibility for quality of work

Learning

recognise limits of own expertise

assess competencies in meeting job requirements

ask questions to expand own knowledge

identify own training needs and seek skill development if required

listen to feedback from others

identify sources of information to expand knowledge and understanding

learn about sustainability developments relating to work practice

identify and address skill development needs of others in the team

Technology

use software applications effectively

properly start up, operate and shut down control equipment

work with technology safely and according to workplace standards

establish standard operating procedures

carry out pre-operational checks on equipment and machines

operate ginning equipment and other machines safely, efficiently and to productivity requirements

monitor and adjust machine functions according to manufacturer's instructions and ginning requirements

perform machine maintenance and problem solving

clean and check equipment and machines