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PMA20116 - Certificate II in Process Plant Operations

Course Details

Course Summary

This course has been developed as a technical qualification for use in the PMA08 Chemical, Hydrocarbons and Refining Training Package. This course is intended to prepare workers to perform operational roles in the chemical, hydrocarbons or refined sectors.


Entry Requirements

Entry to this course requires application direct to Education Queensland and Industry Partnerships (EQIP). The application process includes a formal interview and applicants will be advised of the success of their application prior to finalisation of their enrolment. No direct enrolment to CQUniversity are accepted for this course. Visit http://eqipgladstone.com.au/ for further information.


Course Details

Course Type Qualification
Student Availability
  • Domestic
Fees
Full Fee $6,720.00 (2024)
$6,944.00 (2025)
Subsidised Full Fee $3,936.00 (2024)
$4,048.00 (2025)
Subsidised Concession Fee $3,248.00 (2024)
$3,344.00 (2025)
Fee for service per unit $420.00 (2024)
$434.00 (2025)
Subsidised full fee per unit $246.00 (2024)
$253.00 (2025)
RPL Fee for service per Unit $326.00 (2025)
For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees
Application Mode
  • Other
How to Apply Please Enquire or Apply Now
Study Area
  • Apprenticeships, Trades & Training
  • Start TAFE Now
Skill Area
  • Engineering
AQF Level Level 2: Certificate II

Admission Codes

Domestic Students
Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes
Not Applicable
International Students
CRICOS Codes
Not Applicable

Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations

Successful completion of this course allow you gain employment as a process plant operator, chemical plant operator, trainee process technician or process technician in a production or manufacturing related industry.

Course Structures

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete 5 core units
  2. Complete 11 elective units

Study Mode Definitions

  • Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
  • On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
  • Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.

*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.

Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.

Standard Course Structure

1 year part-time

  • On-campus
  • Employer Based (VET Providers Only)
Core
MSMWHS200 Work safely More Information Training.gov Details
MSMWHS110 Follow emergency response procedures More Information Training.gov Details
MSMSUP102 Communicate in the workplace More Information Training.gov Details
MSMSUP100 Apply workplace context to own job More Information Training.gov Details
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices More Information Training.gov Details
Elective
Enrol into all units at once.
RIIWHS204D Work safely at heights More Information Training.gov Details
PMAOPS280 Interpret process plant schematics More Information Training.gov Details
PMAOPS223 Operate and monitor valve systems More Information Training.gov Details
PMAOPS201 Operate fluid flow equipment More Information Training.gov Details
PMAOPS101 Read dials and indicators More Information Training.gov Details
MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres More Information Training.gov Details
MSMPER205 Enter confined space More Information Training.gov Details
MSMPER202 Observe permit work More Information Training.gov Details
MSMPER200 Work in accordance with an issued permit More Information Training.gov Details
MSMOPS200 Operate equipment More Information Training.gov Details
HLTAID003 Provide first aid More Information Training.gov Details

Unit Sequence

For the following units, you may choose your own order of study, while taking into account pre-requisite requirements and the unit availability.
Unit Code Unit Name
MSMWHS200 Work safely
MSMWHS110 Follow emergency response procedures
MSMSUP102 Communicate in the workplace
MSMSUP100 Apply workplace context to own job
MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
RIIWHS204D Work safely at heights
PMAOPS280 Interpret process plant schematics
PMAOPS223 Operate and monitor valve systems
PMAOPS201 Operate fluid flow equipment
PMAOPS101 Read dials and indicators
MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres
MSMPER205 Enter confined space
MSMPER202 Observe permit work
MSMPER200 Work in accordance with an issued permit
MSMOPS200 Operate equipment
HLTAID003 Provide first aid

Course Assessment Information

RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Assessment Types
Written/Electronic Assessment
Practical Task
Course Learning Outcomes
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Domestic 2019 Availabilities

Standard Course Structure

On-campus

Gladstone City

February: Full Time/Part Time

Domestic 2020 Availabilities

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There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.

Domestic 2021 Availabilities

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Domestic 2022 Availabilities

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Domestic 2023 Availabilities

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Domestic 2024 Availabilities

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