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  • TLI32121
  • Certificate III
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  • NATIONALLY RECOGNISED · AQF

Certificate III in Rail Structures

This qualification covers checking, maintaining and repairing structures on rail networks, and installing minor structures. It includes safety, quality systems, communication systems and workplace briefings, and may include coordinating others. Rail structures workers with experience could have their skills recognised through RPL.

TRAINING PACKAGE
TLI Transport and Logistics
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
The entry requirement for this qualification is TLI27121 Certificate II in Rail Infrastructure (Structures) or relevant industry experience gained by working in the rail infrastructure (structures) environment.
SUPERSEDES
TLI32115 Certificate III in Rail Structures (equivalent)

WHO IT'S FOR

People who maintain steel, concrete, masonry or timber structures in the rail network.

JOB ROLES

  • Steel/Concrete/Masonry Structures Maintenance
  • Senior structures maintainer
  • Timber Structures Maintenance

Qualification structure

11 units in total. A total of 11 units of competency comprising: 6 core units listed below,. All units within one of the specialist elective unit groups from Group A or Group B listed below,. 2 general elective units from the Group C units listed below if selecting Group A, or 3 general elective units from the Group C units listed below if selecting Group B. Up to 2 of the general elective units may be selected from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package. The general elective units must contribute to the vocational outcomes of the qualification. Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified are complied with. Where a prerequisite is attached to a unit it is identified by the symbol ∟.

Core units

6 units
  1. TLIE2007Use communications systems
  2. TLIE2029Conduct workplace information briefings
  3. TLIF3003Implement and monitor work health and safety procedures
  4. TLIJ0003Apply quality systems
  5. TLIS2013Install minor structures
  6. TLIS3029Implement structures maintenance and installation of minor structures

Elective units

28 units

Group A: Steel/Concrete/Masonry Structures Maintenance

  1. TLIB2082Repair steel structures
  2. TLIB2083Maintain bridge bearings
  3. TLIB2096Repair concrete/masonry structures

Group B: Timber Structures Maintenance

  1. TLIB2081Repair timber structures
  2. TLIS2028Install and replace transoms

Group C: General elective units

  1. MEM18001 (has a prerequisite)Use hand tools
  2. MEM24001B (has a prerequisite)Perform basic penetrant testing
  3. MEM24003B (has a prerequisite)Perform basic magnetic particle testing
  4. TLIB2092Operate minor mechanical equipment
  5. TLIB2097Install and maintain guard rails
  6. TLIE0002Process workplace documentation
  7. TLIF0008Apply safety critical communications in the rail environment
  8. TLIF0015Recognise the impact of human capabilities/limitations on human performance in a rail environment
  9. TLIF2006Apply accident-emergency procedures
  10. TLIF3058Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functions
  11. TLIF3089Implement fatigue management policies and procedures for rail infrastructure
  12. TLIG0003Work effectively with others in a team
  13. TLII0005Apply customer service skills
  14. TLIS0002Install and maintain surface track drainage
  15. TLIS2012Install and service rail lubrication equipment
  16. TLIS2028Install and replace transoms
  17. TLIS2033Install and repair temporary track supports
  18. TLIS2034Install and repair rail fastening systems
  19. TLIS2035Install and repair fences and gates
  20. TLIS3037Install and repair rail earthworks
  21. TLIU4001Implement and monitor environmental protection policies and procedures
  22. TLIW0006Heat and cut materials using oxy-LPG equipment for the rail industry
  23. TLIW3034Apply protective coating systems to structures

This unit has a prerequisite unit. Check the unit on training.gov.au for details.

PREREQUISITES

  • MEM18001 Use hand tools — prerequisite: MEM11011 Undertake manual handling; MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering; MEM16006 Organise and communicate information
  • MEM24001B Perform basic penetrant testing — prerequisite: MEM18001C Use hand tools
  • MEM24003B Perform basic magnetic particle testing — prerequisite: MEM18001C Use hand tools

EVIDENCE YOU'LL NEED

  • Resume showing your work history
  • Reference letters from employers
  • Photos or videos of jobs you've done
  • Payslips or employment contracts

LICENSING

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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