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RII30420 Certificate III in Resource Processing

RII30420 Certificate III in Resource Processing

National ID RII30420 State ID BGP5

Prepare for a career with prospects - get the skills you need to work in processing facilities in the mining and resource industry.

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Mining resource processing

This course is half price for everyone (excl. school students) as part of the Lower Fees, Local Skills initiative. Fees are also capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more here.

*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training. 

Overview

Campus Geraldton | Kalgoorlie

When Available all year round

Study Mode Workplace

The resource and mining industry is booming in all areas. This qualification will prepare you for roles such as a production operator, working in metalliferous processing facilities or coal preparation and treatment plants, or performing tasks involving a broad range of skilled applications in a varied work context, using some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures along the way.

Trainees are employed on a live mine site, with the latest plant and equipment.

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Available all year round, 2024

Details

Duration 2 Years
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Geraldton
How Traineeship

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete thirteen (13) units of competence, comprising four (4) core and nine (9) elective units selected from the options provided below. On-the-job learning must also be completed to attain this qualification under Traineeship arrangements.

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace $32.40 $9.60 $0.00
RIIENV201E Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns $32.40 $9.60 $0.00
RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes $48.60 $14.40 $0.00
RIIWHS201E Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures $48.60 $14.40 $0.00

Elective

Unit Selection - Group A

One (1) elective unit must be selected from this group. Students must complete a total of nine (9) electives to achieve the qualification.

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Maintain and monitor site quality standards
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00

Unit Selection - Group B

At least six (6) elective units must be selected from the list below

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Conduct operations with integrated tool carrier
$110.16 $32.64 $0.00
Conduct high tension separation
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Conduct leaching process
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Conduct thickening and clarifying process
$32.40 $9.60 $0.00
Conduct wet gravity separation
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Conduct flotation process
$81.00 $24.00 $0.00
Conduct magnetic separation
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Conduct stacker operations
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Conduct pump operations
$32.40 $9.60 $0.00
Handle reagents
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Conduct drying activities
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Monitor and operate auxiliary plant and equipment
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Perform process control room operations
$97.20 $28.80 $0.00
Isolate and access plant
$32.40 $9.60 $0.00
Monitor tailings dam environments
$32.40 $9.60 $0.00
Reclaim and treat water
$32.40 $9.60 $0.00

Unit Selection - Group C

No more than two (2) elective units can be selected from the list below

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Operate compressors
$32.40 $9.60 $0.00
Conduct screening and conveying operations
$40.50 $12.00 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

Details

Duration 12 Months
When Available all year round, 2024
Where Kalgoorlie
How Traineeship

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete thirteen (13) units of competence, comprising four (4) core and nine (9) elective units selected from the options provided below. On-the-job learning must also be completed to attain this qualification under Traineeship arrangements.

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
RIICOM201E Communicate in the workplace $32.40 $9.60 $0.00
RIIENV201E Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns $32.40 $9.60 $0.00
RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes $48.60 $14.40 $0.00
RIIWHS201E Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures $48.60 $14.40 $0.00

Elective

Unit Selection - General Trainees

A total of nine (9) elective units must be selected from the list below. The selection of these units must be completed in consultation with the Lecturer and the Employer/worksite.

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Work in accordance with an issued permit
$32.40 $9.60 $0.00
Gas test atmospheres
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Operate a gantry or overhead crane
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Conduct operations with integrated tool carrier
$110.16 $32.64 $0.00
Conduct wheel loader operations
$105.30 $31.20 $0.00
Conduct skid steer loader operations using attachments
$110.16 $32.64 $0.00
Conduct leaching process
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Conduct wet gravity separation
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Conduct conveyor operations
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Conduct pump operations
$32.40 $9.60 $0.00
Handle reagents
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Conduct milling/grinding
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Conduct elution processes
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Conduct crushing and screening plant operations
$97.20 $28.80 $0.00
Enter and work in confined spaces
$38.88 $11.52 $0.00

Unit Selection - Northern Star Resources Trainees

A total of nine (9) elective units must be selected from the list below. The selection of these units must be completed in consultation with the Lecturer and the Employer/worksite.

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Work in accordance with an issued permit
$32.40 $9.60 $0.00
Gas test atmospheres
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Operate a gantry or overhead crane
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Conduct operations with integrated tool carrier
$110.16 $32.64 $0.00
Conduct wheel loader operations
$105.30 $31.20 $0.00
Conduct skid steer loader operations using attachments
$110.16 $32.64 $0.00
Conduct leaching process
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Conduct wet gravity separation
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Conduct conveyor operations
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Conduct pump operations
$32.40 $9.60 $0.00
Handle reagents
$48.60 $14.40 $0.00
Conduct milling/grinding
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Conduct elution processes
$64.80 $19.20 $0.00
Conduct crushing and screening plant operations
$97.20 $28.80 $0.00
Enter and work in confined spaces
$38.88 $11.52 $0.00
Work safely at heights
$25.92 $7.68 $0.00

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

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