TLI32511 - Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure

Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure

Please note RTO to insert unit group selected from the group choice below on the testamur

Rationale:

This is a general qualification for a person engaged in the rail infrastructure environment who performs tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a wide variety of contexts. It may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. It may also include responsibility for coordinating the work of others.

Job roles:

The Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure qualification is aligned to the following defined roles:

Group A: Rail Infrastructure â€“ Track Maintenance

Senior track maintainer

Ganger

Group B: Rail Infrastructure â€“ Track Construction

Senior track installer

Ganger

Group C: Rail Infrastructure â€“ Turnout Construction

Specialist track installer

Special ganger

Group D: Rail Infrastructure â€“ Track Welding

Track welder

Group E: Rail Infrastructure â€“ Track Examination

Track examiner

Group F: Rail Infrastructure â€“ Rail Testing

Rail tester

Group G: Rail Infrastructure â€“ Timber/Composite Turnout Construction

Turnout builder

Points and crossings builder

Group H: Rail Infrastructure â€“ Concrete/Steel Turnout Construction

Turnout builder

Points and crossings builder

Group I: Rail Infrastructure â€“ Track Drainage Maintenance

Track drainage maintainer

Subjects

Requirements for completion of the qualification:

A successful assessment outcome for a total of 11 units of competency comprising:

5 core units listed below

plus

all specialist elective units from one of the selected groups (A I) listed below

plus

a minimum of 2 general elective units and up to 4 general elective units (depending on the specialist elective (job role) group that was selected) from the general elective units listed below; up to 2 of these electives may be drawn with appropriate contextualisation from any currently endorsed national Training Package or accredited course, provided that the units contribute to the vocational outcome of the qualification.

Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisites specified in the unit are complied with.

Core units:

Field	Unit
ECommunication and Calculation	RIICCM201A Carry out measurements and calculations TLIE2007A Use communication systems TLIE2029A Conduct workplace information briefings
FSafety Management	TLIF3003A Implement and monitor occupational health and safety procedures
JQuality	TLIJ3002A Apply quality systems

Specialist elective units:

Select all units from one of the following specialist elective groups:

Group A: Track Maintenance

Group B: Track Construction

Group C: Turnout Construction

Group D: Track Welding

Group E: Track Examination

Group F: Rail Testing

Group G: Timber/Composite Turnout Construction

Group H: Concrete/Steel Turnout Construction

Group I: Track Drainage Maintenance

Group ATrack Maintenance

Field	Unit
B Equipment Checking and Maintenance	TLIB3094B Check and repair track geometry TLIB3095A Check and repair points and crossings
ECommunication and Calculation	RIICCM203A Read and interpret plans and specifications
SConstruction and Installation	TLIS3026B Implement track maintenance and construction

Group BTrack Construction

Field	Unit
BEquipment Checking and Maintenance	TLIB3094B Check and repair track geometry
ECommunication and Calculation	RIICCM203A Read and interpret plans and specifications
SConstruction and Installation	TLIS3026B Implement track maintenance and construction

Group CTurnout Construction

Field

Unit

ECommunication and Calculation

add topic RIICCM203A Read and interpret plans and specifications

SConstruction and Installation

add topic TLIS3026B Implement track maintenance and construction

add topic TLIS3045A Install turnouts

Group DTrack Welding

Field

Unit

ECommunication and Calculation

add topic RIICCM203A Read and interpret plans and specifications

WEquipment and Systems Operations

add topic TLIW2012A Grind rails

add topic TLIW3015A Weld rail using aluminothermic welding process

add topic TLIW3035A Heat and cut materials using oxy-LPG equipment for the rail industry

Group ETrack Examination

Field

Unit

BEquipment Checking and Maintenance

add topic TLIB3099A Examine track infrastructure

add topic TLIB3100A Visually inspect track infrastructure

Group FRail Testing

Field

Unit

SConstruction and Installation

add topic TLIS3010A Test rail using ultrasonic equipment

add topic TLIS3011A Test rail using nondestructive testing equipment

Group GTimber/Composite Turnout Construction

Field	Unit
ECommunication and Calculation	RIICCM203A Read and interpret plans and specifications
SConstruction and Installation	TLIS3041A Construct timber or composite points and crossings

Group HConcrete/Steel Turnout Construction

Field	Unit
ECommunication and Calculation	RIICCM203A Read and interpret plans and specifications
SConstruction and Installation	TLIS3040A Construct concrete or steel points and crossings

Group ITrack Drainage Maintenance

Field	Unit
ECommunication and Calculation	RIICCM203A Read and interpret plans and specifications
SConstruction and Installation	TLIS2027A Install and maintain surface track drainage

General elective units:

Field	Unit
BEquipment Checking and Maintenance	TLIB3040A Inspect poles and associated hardware TLIB4071A Install and maintain pole mounted switches and transformers TLIB2091A Measure and record track geometry TLIB2097A Install and maintain guard rails TLIB3099A Examine track infrastructure TLIB3102A Adjust rail
CVehicle Operation	TLIC2058A Travel medium or heavy self-propelled on-track equipment TLIC3045A Operate road/rail vehicle
ECommunication and Calculation	TLIE2008A Process workplace documentation
FSafety Management	RIIRIS401A Apply site risk management system TLIF2006A Apply accident-emergency procedures TLIF3058A Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functions TLIF3089A Implement fatigue management policies and procedures for rail infrastructure
GTeamwork	TLIG1001A Work effectively with others TLIG3002A Lead a work team or group
ICustomer Service	TLII1002A Apply customer service skills
SConstruction and Installation	TLIS2012A Install and service rail lubrication equipment TLIS3025A Implement ballast unloading TLIS3026B Implement track maintenance and construction TLIS2027A Install and maintain surface track drainage TLIS2033A Install and repair temporary track supports TLIS2035A Install and repair fences and gates TLIS3037B Install and repair rail earthworks
UEnvironment	TLIU4001A Implement and monitor environmental protection policies and procedures
WEquipment and Systems Operations	NWP227B Control vegetation on a site AHCARB202A Fell small trees AHCARB205A Operate and maintain chainsaws TLIW3013A Grind switches and crossings TLIW3016A Weld rail using flashbutt welding process TLIW3027A Operate minor track equipment

Pathways...

Not Applicable

Entry Requirements

The entry requirement for this qualification is TLI21311 Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure (Track Work) or relevant industry experience gained by working in the rail infrastructure environment.

Licensing Information

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

Employability Skills Summary for:

TLI32511 Certificate III in Rail Infrastructure

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the Transport and Logistics Industry for this qualification. The 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 may vary depending on packaging options.

Employability Skill	Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication	Implement and monitor communication systems and procedures required for construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure Read and interpret relevant procedures, instructions, signs and labels applicable to the supervision of construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure Speak clearly and directly on matters related to construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure Listen to and interpret verbal information related to construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure Write and complete basic documents as part of duties Negotiate issues with others in the course of construction and maintenance operations on rail infrastructure Recognise and interpret non-verbal signs, signals and behaviour Use relevant communication equipment
Teamwork	Work effectively with others in the course of construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure Provide leadership to team or work group Motivate others in the workplace Assist others in the workplace to achieve and maintain competence Assist in the resolution of interpersonal conflicts that may arise during construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure Avoid and prevent the harassment of others in the workplace Work with persons of different ages, gender, race, religion, political persuasion, etc.
Problem solving	Identify and solve or report problems arising in the course of construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure Monitor and anticipate problems that may occur in the course of construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure and take appropriate action to report or resolve the problems within limits of responsibility Identify and control hazards and risks in a range of rail infrastructure situations and take appropriate precautions Use mathematics to solve various calculations related to construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure
Initiative and enterprise	Modify activities dependent on differing rail infrastructure situations and contingencies Take appropriate initiative in a range of operational situations, such as those above Respond appropriately to changes in equipment, standard operating procedures and the work environment
Planning and organising	Follow and apply operational and emergency plans, systems and procedures Implement workplace security and safety management systems Monitor and evaluate operational performance and compliance Collect and interpret information needed in the course of construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure Organise and plan work activities Manage time and priorities in the course of construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure
Self management	Interpret and apply procedures and instructions Establish and follow own work plans and schedules Evaluate own work performance
Learning	Assist others to adapt to changes in workplace systems, equipment, procedures and the workplace operating environment Assist in the instruction, coaching or mentoring of others in the workplace Contribute to the assessment of the competence of others in the workplace Participate in updating own knowledge and skills required for rail infrastructure construction and/or maintenance activities
Technology	Use equipment and materials required during construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure Follow and apply operational and servicing instructions for equipment used during construction and/or maintenance operations on rail infrastructure Follow and apply OH&S procedures when using and servicing rail equipment and facilities