Prepare for train operation

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver TLIB3026A, 'Prepare for train operation'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Prepare for train operation' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1Prepare for pre-departure checks

1.1 Required checks and relevant procedures and standards are identified

1.2 Purpose of the journey and activities to be undertaken are identified

1.3 Constraints and special instructions that may apply for the journey are identified

1.4 Documentation is read to identify and confirm consist, attach/detach information, loading information and characteristics of the train

1.5 Where necessary, compliance with relevant regulatory and ADG Code requirements are identified

2Implement pre-departure checks

2.1 Motive power control systems are set up and checked in accordance with workplace policies and procedures

2.2 Train, or relevant portion of the train, is checked to ensure that rolling stock is coupled and sequenced correctly

2.3 Train braking systems are applied and released to ensure they are operating effectively

2.4 Visual inspection is conducted to identify any obvious faults or defects that would prevent safe transit

2.5 Corrective action is taken to rectify faults and ensure minimum delay to planned running schedule

2.6 Relevant OH&S requirements are followed to prevent injury and damage

3Confirm train is OK to proceed

3.1 Relevant personnel are promptly advised of the result of completed checks

3.2 Authority to proceed relevant to the operational situation is obtained and followed


Qualifications and Skillsets

TLIB3026A appears in the following qualifications:

  • TLI30410 - Certificate III in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations)
  • TLI30410 - Certificate III in Transport and Logistics (Rail Operations)
  • TLI33013 - Certificate III in Heritage Locomotive Assistant or Steam Locomotive Fireman
  • TLI42613 - Certificate IV in Train Driving