Certificate III in Tram or Light Rail Infrastructure

Rationale:

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

Job roles:

The TLI32913 Certificate III in Tram or Light Rail Infrastructure qualification is aligned to the following defined roles:

Tram Infrastructure Track Worker Level 4

Light Rail Track Worker.


Subjects

Requirements for completion of the qualification

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

6 core units listed below

plus

5 elective units from the general elective units listed below. Alternatively, up to 2 units may be drawn with appropriate contextualisation from any currently endorsed national Training Package or accredited course, provided that the unit contributes 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

Units of Competency

C

Vehicle Operation

add topic TLIC3003A

Drive medium rigid vehicle

E

Communication and Calculation

add topic TLIE2007A

add topic TLIE2008A

add topic RIICCM203A

Use communication systems

Process workplace documentation

Read and interpret plans and specifications

W

Equipment and Systems Operations

add topic TLIW3035A

add topic TLIW3042A

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

Grind rail on tram/light rail systems

General Elective Units

Field

Unit

B

Equipment Checking and Maintenance

add topic TLIB2097A

Install and maintain guard rails

C

Vehicle Operation

add topic TLIC3045A

Operate road/rail vehicle

D

Load Handling

add topic TLID3033A

Operate a vehicle-mounted loading crane

E

Communication and Calculation

add topic TLIE2029A

Conduct workplace information briefings

F

Safety Management

add topic TLIF2006A

add topic TLIF3003A

Apply accident-emergency procedures

Implement and monitor occupational health and safety procedures

G

Teamwork

add topic TLIG1001A

add topic TLIG2007A

add topic TLIG3002A

Work effectively with others

Work in a socially diverse environment

Lead a work team or group

I

Customer Service

add topic TLII1002A

Apply customer service skills

LIC

Licensing

add topic CPCCLDG3001A

add topic TLILIC2001A

Licence to perform dogging

Licence to operate a forklift truck

M

Training and Assessment

add topic TAEDEL301A

Provide work skill instruction

W

Equipment and Systems Operation

add topic AHCARB205A

add topic TLIW3013A

add topic TLIW3043A

Operate and maintain chainsaws

Grind switches and crossings

Weld rail on tram/light rail systems using electric welding process


Pathways...

    Not applicable.


Entry Requirements

The entry requirements for this qualification are:

TLI22913 Certificate II in Tram or Light Rail Infrastructure or

equivalent vocational experience working within the rail infrastructure environment.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

Employability Skills Summary for TLI32913 Certificate III in Tram or Light Rail Infrastructure

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the Transport and Logistics Industry 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 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 tram/light rail infrastructure

Read and interpret relevant procedures, instructions, signs and labels applicable to the supervision of construction and/or maintenance operations on tram/light rail infrastructure

Speak clearly and directly on matters related to construction and/or maintenance operations on tram/light rail infrastructure

Listen to and interpret verbal information related to construction and/or maintenance operations on tram/light rail infrastructure

Write/Complete basic documents as part of duties

Negotiate issues with others in the course of construction and maintenance operations on tram/light 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 tram/light rail infrastructure

Provide leadership to team or workgroup

Motivate others in the workplace

Assist others in the workplace to achieve and maintain competence

Assist in the resolution of any interpersonal conflicts that may arise during construction and/or maintenance operations on tram/light 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 tram/light rail infrastructure

Monitor and anticipate problems that may occur in the course of construction and/or maintenance operations on tram/light 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 tram/light rail infrastructure.

Initiative and enterprise

Modify activities dependent on differing rail infrastructure situations and contingencies

Take appropriate initiatives in a range of operational situations such as those above

Respond appropriately to any changes in equipment, standard operating procedures and the working environment.

Planning and organising

Follow and apply operational and emergency plans, systems and procedures

Implement the 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 tram/light rail infrastructure

Organise and plan work activities

Manage time and priorities in the course of construction and/or maintenance operations on tram/light 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 any 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 the updating of own knowledge and skills required for tram/light rail infrastructure construction and/or maintenance activities.

Technology

Use equipment and materials required during construction and/or maintenance operations on tram/light rail infrastructure

Follow and apply operational and servicing instructions for equipment used during construction and/or maintenance operations on tram/light rail infrastructure

Follow and apply OH&S procedures when using and servicing tram/light rail equipment and facilities.