Certificate II in Extractive Industries Operations

What does this course involve?

Looking for a career in the extractive industries? Or are you looking to enhance your skills as a quarry operator? This course is designed to give you the basic skills and knowledge to become a successful extractive industries operator.

You’ll learn valuable communication skills, basic first aid and how to contribute to site quality outcomes.

You can choose to study electives in:

Development - covers dewatering and grader operators

Winning – covers water boat, barge, and bulk water truck operations, blast surveys, blast hole drilling operations, handling and transporting explosives and conducting dredging operations

Sales, testing and dispatch – covers sampling, site laboratory, weighbridge and sales loader operations

Processing – covers crushing, blending plant and sand wash plan operations, treatment and disposal of rejects and tailings, and screening operations

Maintenance – covers operational maintenance, basic cutting and welding, non-slewing and slewing crane operations

What employment opportunities will I have?

The course may lead to entry-level employment opportunities in the extractive industries

As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on
1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

Nationally Recognised

What further study options will I have?

You may wish to progress into the Certificate III, Certificate IV or Diploma in Extractive Industries.

Can I apply?

• You must be currently employed within the industry

How do I apply?

Direct Entry - Rolling enrolments

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

• Individual Interview

Length of course

Part time 415 hours (can be delivered on site through your employer)

Where will I study?

Industry Site

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Both Self Funded $AUD (contact the Institute) and Government Funded.
Places in this course may be available using either government funding or student funding. Contact the Institute for further information about the fees and charges associated with this course.

How will I be assessed?

• Oral presentation
• Project work
• Workplace Assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.