Subjects

To be awarded the add topic PMA30116 Certificate III in Process Plant Operations competency must be achieved in twenty-one (21) units of competency:

five (5) core units of competency

sixteen (16) elective units of competency, chosen as specified below:

a minimum of two (2) units of competency from Group A

the remainder may be chosen from Groups A, B and C (with a maximum of twelve (12) from Group C) to bring the total number of electives to sixteen (16).

Note: Four (4) elective units can be chosen from other qualifications in this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses, as specified in Groups B and C.

Note: Where prerequisite units are identified they must be counted in the total number of units required for achievement of the qualification.

Core units of competency

Complete all five(5) units from the following list.

Unit code

Unit title

add topic MSMENV272

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

add topic MSMSUP100

Apply workplace context to own job

add topic MSMSUP102

Communicate in the workplace

add topic MSMWHS110

Follow emergency response procedures

add topic MSMWHS200

Work safely

ELECTIVE UNITS

Group A Technical electives

Unit code

Unit title

Prerequisites

FDFPHGMP3A

Monitor the implementation of Good Manufacturing Practice procedures

add topic MEM18011C

Shut down and isolate machine/equipment

add topic MSMBLIC001

License to operate a standard boiler

add topic MSMBLIC002

License to operate an advanced boiler

add topic NWP357B

Monitor, operate and control reverse osmosis and nano-filtration processes

add topic PMAOMIR305

Operate panel during an emergency

add topic PMAOPS305

add topic PMAOPS300

Operate a production unit

add topic PMAOPS301

Operate a distillation unit

add topic PMAOPS302

Operate reactors and reaction equipment

add topic PMAOPS303

Operate furnaces to induce reaction

add topic PMAOPS304

Operate and monitor compressor systems and equipment

add topic PMAOPS305

Operate process control systems

add topic PMAOPS307

Transfer bulk fluids into/out of storage facility

add topic PMAOPS308

Organise storage and logistics of general materials

add topic PMAOPS309

Operate solids handling/storage equipment

add topic PMAOPS312

Undertake ship loading/unloading operations

add topic PMAOPS319

Adjust batch

add topic PMAOPS320

Conduct artificial lift

add topic PMAOPS321

Undertake well management

add topic PMAOPS323

Operate and monitor heating furnace

add topic PMAOPS324

Operate a gas turbine

add topic PMAOPS325

Generate electrical power

add topic PMAOPS326

Operate gas absorption unit

add topic PMAOPS327

Operate fixed bed adsorption unit

add topic PMAOPS329

Operate liquid extraction unit

add topic PMAOPS330

Communicate and monitor pipeline activities

add topic PMAOPS333

Operate wells and gathering systems

add topic PMAOPS335

Conduct pipeline pigging

add topic PMAOPS340

Operate cryogenic processes

add topic PMAOPS350

Match and adjust colour

add topic PMAOPS360

Operate a metalliferous kiln/furnace

add topic PMAOPS361

Operate a smelting furnace

add topic PMAOPS362

Operate a blast furnace

add topic PMAOPS364

Operate an electrochemical process

add topic PMAOPS365

Operate pelletising equipment

add topic PMAOPS366

Operate sintering equipment

add topic PMAOPS390

Operate a biochemical process

add topic UEPOPL001A

Licence to operate a steam turbine

One (1) unit may be chosen from Group A in add topic PMA40116 Certificate IV in Process Plant Technology

Group B Support electives

Unit code

Unit title

Prerequisites

add topic HLTAID003

Provide first aid

add topic MEM09003B

Prepare basic engineering drawing

add topic MEM09002B

add topic MSL973001

Perform basic tests

add topic MSMPER300

Issue work permits

add topic MSMWHS201

add topic MSMSUP300

Identify and apply process improvements

add topic MSMSUP301

Apply HACCP to the workplace

add topic MSMSUP303

Identify equipment faults

add topic MSMSUP309

Maintain and organise workplace records

add topic MSMSUP310

Contribute to development of workplace documentation

add topic MSMSUP330

Develop and adjust a production schedule

add topic MSMSUP382

Provide coaching/mentoring in the workplace

add topic MSMSUP383

Facilitate a team

add topic MSMSUP390

Use structured problem-solving tools

add topic MSMWHS300

Facilitate the implementation of WHS for a work group

add topic MSMWHS200

add topic PMAOMIR301

Undertake initial rescue

add topic MSMWHS216

add topic MSMWHS217

add topic HLTAID003

add topic PMAOMIR302

Respond to a helideck incident

add topic PMAOMIR317

Facilitate search and rescue operations

add topic PMAOMIR320

Manage incident response information

add topic PMAOMIR321

Manage communication systems during an incident

add topic PMAOMIR346

Assess and secure an incident site

add topic PMASUP305

Operate Offshore Cranes

add topic PMASUP311

Operate communications hub

add topic PMASUP341

Monitor and maintain instrument and control systems

add topic MSMPER300

add topic PMASUP342

Monitor and maintain electrical systems

add topic MSMPER300

add topic PMASUP343

Monitor and maintain cathodic protection systems

add topic PMASUP344

Monitor and control repairs and modifications on operational pipe

add topic PMASUP345

Monitor vibration

add topic PMASUP346

Control corrosion

add topic PMASUP347

Undertake corrosion inspection on process plant

add topic PMAWHS310

Investigate incidents

add topic PMAWHS311

Lead emergency teams

add topic PMAWHS312

Command the operation of survival craft

add topic PMAWHS320

Provide advanced first aid response

add topic HLTAID003

add topic PMAWHS321

Provide first aid response in remote and/or isolated area

add topic HLTAID003

add topic PSPGEN015

Work effectively with diversity

add topic TAEASS301

Contribute to assessment

add topic TAEDEL301

Provide work skill instruction

Up to one (1) relevant unit may be chosen from this Training Package, other endorsed Training Packages and accredited courses where the unit is packaged in a Certificate III or IV.

Group C Other electives

Unit code

Unit title

Prerequisites

add topic FDFPH1001A

Follow work procedures to maintain Good Manufacturing Practice

add topic FDFPH2001A

Apply Good Manufacturing Practice procedures

add topic MEM04001B

Operate melting furnaces

add topic MEM05012C

Perform routine manual metal arc welding

add topic MEM09002B

Interpret technical drawing

add topic MEM11011B

Undertake manual handling

add topic MEM16005A

Operate as a team member to conduct manufacturing, engineering or related activities

add topic MSL952001

Collect routine site samples

add topic MSMENV172

Identify and minimise environmental hazards

add topic MSMOPS100

Use equipment

add topic MSMOPS102

Perform tasks to support production

add topic MSMOPS200

Operate equipment

add topic MSMOPS212

Use organisation computers or data systems

add topic MSMPER200

Work in accordance with an issued permit

add topic MSMPER201

Monitor and control work permits

add topic MSMPER202

Observe permit work

add topic MSMPER205

Enter confined space

add topic MSMPER200

add topic MSMSUP101

Clean workplace or equipment

add topic MSMSUP106

Work in a team

add topic MSMSUP200

Achieve work outcomes

add topic MSMSUP204

Pack products or materials

add topic MSMSUP205

Transfer loads

add topic MSMSUP210

Process and record information

add topic MSMSUP240

Undertake minor maintenance

add topic MSMSUP273

Handle goods

add topic MSMSUP280

Manage conflict at work

add topic MSMSUP291

Participate in continuous improvement

add topic MSMSUP292

Sample and test materials and product

add topic MSMWHS100

Follow WHS procedures

add topic MSMWHS201

Conduct hazard analysis

add topic MSMWHS205

Control minor incidents

add topic MSMWHS210

Undertake first response to non-fire incidents

add topic MSMWHS212

Undertake first response to fire incidents

add topic MSMWHS216

Operate breathing apparatus

add topic MSMWHS217

Gas test atmospheres

add topic MSMWHS218

Control the risks of falls

add topic MSS402002A

Sustain process improvements

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 MSS402051A

Apply quality standards

add topic MSS402060A

Use planning software systems in operations

add topic MSS402080A

Undertake root cause analysis

add topic MSS402081A

Contribute to the application of a proactive maintenance strategy

add topic PMAOMIR210

Control evacuation to muster point

add topic PMAOPS101

Read dials and indicators

add topic PMAOPS105

Select and prepare materials

add topic PMAOPS201

Operate fluid flow equipment

add topic PMAOPS202

Operate fluid mixing equipment

add topic PMAOPS204

Select and use utilities and services

add topic PMAOPS205

Operate heat exchangers

add topic PMAOPS208

Operate chemical separation equipment

add topic PMAOPS210

Operate solids handling equipment

add topic PMAOPS211

Operate manufacturing extrusion systems

add topic PMAOPS213

Package product/material

add topic PMAOPS216

Operate local control system

add topic PMAOPS217

Operate wet milling equipment

add topic PMAOPS220

Monitor chemical reactions in the process

add topic PMAOPS221

Operate and monitor prime movers

add topic PMAOPS222

Operate and monitor pumping systems and equipment

add topic PMAOPS221 OR

add topic PMAOPS324

add topic PMAOPS223

Operate and monitor valve systems

add topic PMAOPS224

Provide fluids for utilities and support

add topic PMAOPS226

Monitor and operate flare systems

add topic PMAOPS230

Monitor, operate and maintain pipeline stations and equipment

add topic PMAOPS231

Control gas odourisation

add topic PMAOPS232

Operate filtration equipment

add topic PMAOPS233

Monitor wells and gathering systems

add topic PMAOPS234

Monitor and operate low pressure compressors

add topic PMAOPS236

Monitor continuous process plant

add topic PMAOPS240

Store fluids in bulk

add topic PMAOPS241

Operate Joule-Thomson effect device

add topic PMAOPS242

Moor ships for transfer of bulk processed particulates or fluids

add topic PMAOPS246

Operate separation equipment

add topic PMAOPS247

Operate powered separation equipment

add topic PMAOPS260

Conduct screening operations

add topic PMAOPS261

Operate bulk solids loading equipment

add topic PMAOPS262

Operate digestion equipment


Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.