This qualification reflects the role of advanced operators and operations technicians who use production equipment to directly produce product. At this level, operators/technicians undertake advanced operations, typically of integrated plant units in accordance with the operating procedures and apply their knowledge to anticipate problems. They are expected to solve a range of foreseen and unforeseen problems, using product and process knowledge to develop solutions to problems that do not have a known solution or a solution recorded in the procedures.
Entry Requirements
Nil
Packaging Rules
To be awarded the PMA30120 Certificate III in Process Plant Operations competency must be achieved in twenty-one (21) units of competency:
- 5 core units
- 16 elective units, consisting of:
- at least 14 different units from the electives listed below
- up to 2 units from any endorsed training package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
Any combination of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the PMA30120 Certificate III in Process Plant Operations. Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.
Packaging for each specialisation:
- All units in Group A and Group H electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Process Plant Operations (Offshore Oil Upstream)
- All units in Group B and Group H electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Process Plant Operations (Gas/LNG Upstream)
- All units in Group C and Group H electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Process Plant Operations (Gas/LNG Downstream)
- All units in Group D and Group H electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Process Plant Operations (Utilities)
- All units in Group E and Group H electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Process Plant Operations (CSG Plant)
- All units in Group F and Group H electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Process Plant Operations (CSG Well)
- All units in Group G and Group H electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Process Plant Operations (CSG Pipelines)
Complete all five (5) units from the following list:
| Core Units | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Prerequisites |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | |
| MSMSUP100 | Apply workplace context to own job | |
| MSMSUP102 | Communicate in the workplace | |
| MSMWHS110 | Follow emergency response procedures | |
| MSMWHS200 | Work safely | |
| Group A electives: Offshore Oil Upstream specialisation | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Prerequisites |
| PMAOPS246 | Operate separation equipment | |
| PMAOPS322 | Undertake well management | |
| PMAOPS357 | Operate and troubleshoot produced water and water injection systems | |
| PMAOPS363 | Operate and troubleshoot export systems | |
| Plus | ||
| PMAOPS336 | Operate and troubleshoot fixed-bed adsorption system | |
| Or | ||
| PMAOPS334 | Operate and troubleshoot gas absorption system | |
| Group B electives: Gas/LNG Upstream specialisation | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Prerequisites |
| PMAOPS322 | Undertake well management | |
| PMAOPS363 | Operate and troubleshoot export systems | |
| PMAOPS370 | Operate and troubleshoot condensate stabilisation systems | |
| Plus | ||
| PMAOPS336 | Operate and troubleshoot fixed-bed adsorption system | |
| Or | ||
| PMAOPS334 | Operate and troubleshoot gas absorption system | |
| Group C electives: Gas/LNG Downstream specialisation | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Prerequisites |
| PMAOPS310 | Operate and troubleshoot distillation system | |
| PMAOPS336 | Operate and troubleshoot fixed-bed adsorption system | |
| PMAOPS341 | Operate and troubleshoot cryogenic processes | |
| PMAOPS343 | Transfer bulk fluids into/out of storage facility | |
| PMAOPS346 | Operate and troubleshoot liquefaction process | |
| Group D electives: Utilities specialisation | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Prerequisites |
| PMAOPS204 | Select and use utilities and services | |
| PMAOPS332 | Generate electrical power | |
| PMAOPS349 | Operate and troubleshoot hydraulic systems | |
| PMAOPS352 | Operate and troubleshoot instrument and plant air systems | |
| PMAOPS354 | Operate and troubleshoot inert gas generation systems | |
| PMAOPS355 | Operate and troubleshoot fuel systems | |
| PMAOPS356 | Operate and troubleshoot water treatment systems | |
| PMAOPS367 | Operate and troubleshoot cooling water systems | |
| PMAOPS368 | Operate and troubleshoot heating medium/hot oil systems | |
| PMAOPS369 | Operate and troubleshoot drain and vent systems | |
| Group E electives: CSG Plant specialisation | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Prerequisites |
| PMAOPS205 | Operate heat exchangers | |
| PMAOPS223 | Operate and monitor valve systems | |
| PMAOPS246 | Operate separation equipment | |
| PMAOPS280 | Interpret process plant schematics | |
| PMAOPS306 | Operate and troubleshoot production unit | |
| PMAOPS314 | Operate and troubleshoot compressor systems | |
| Plus | ||
| PMAOPS201 | Operate fluid flow equipment | |
| Or | ||
| PMAOPS222 | Operate and monitor pumping systems and equipment | PMAOPS221 Operate and monitor prime movers OR PMAOPS324 Operate a gas turbine |
| Group F electives: CSG Well specialisation | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Prerequisites |
| PMAOPS223 | Operate and monitor valve systems | |
| PMAOPS233 | Monitor wells and gathering systems | |
| PMAOPS280 | Interpret process plant schematics | |
| PMAOPS318 | Conduct artificial lift | |
| PMAOPS339 | Operate and troubleshoot wells and gathering systems | |
| Plus | ||
| PMAOPS201 | Operate fluid flow equipment | |
| Or | ||
| PMAOPS222 | Operate and monitor pumping systems and equipment | PMAOPS221 Operate and monitor prime movers OR PMAOPS324 Operate a gas turbine |
| Group G electives: CSG Pipeline specialisation | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Prerequisites |
| PMAOPS216 | Operate local control system | |
| PMAOPS223 | Operate and monitor valve systems | |
| PMAOPS230 | Monitor, operate and maintain pipeline stations and equipment | |
| PMAOPS280 | Interpret process plant schematics | |
| PMAOPS338 | Communicate and monitor pipeline activities | |
| PMAOPS342 | Conduct pipeline pigging | |
| PMASUP241 | Maintain pipeline easements | |
| Group H electives: Tradecraft and permit to work/isolations | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Prerequisites |
| MSMPER201 | Monitor and control work permits | |
| MSMSUP240 | Undertake minor maintenance | |
| MSMSUP303 | Identify equipment faults | |
| MSMWHS201 | Conduct hazard analysis | |
| PMAOPS347 | Create and conduct isolations in the workplace | PMASUP244 Prepare and isolate plant |
| PMASUP244 | Prepare and isolate plant | |
| Other electives | ||
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Prerequisites |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | |
| HLTAID013 | Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site | |
| HLTAID014 | Provide advanced First Aid | |
| MEM07033 | Operate and monitor basic boiler | MEM11011, MEM13015, MEM16006 |
| MEM09002 | Interpret technical drawing | MEM12023, MEM12024, MEM13015, MEM16006 |
| MEM09003 | Prepare basic engineering drawing | MEM09002, MEM12023, MEM12024, MEM13015, MEM16006 |
| MEM11011 | Undertake manual handling | MEM13015, MEM16006 |
| MEM12023 | Perform engineering measurements | MEM13015, MEM16006 |
| MEM12024 | Perform computations | MEM13015, MEM16006 |
| MEM13015 | Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering | |
| MEM16006 | Organise and communicate information | MEM13015 |
| MEM18011 | Shut down and isolate machines/equipment | MEM11011, MEM13015, MEM16006 |
| MSL952001 | Collect routine site samples | |
| MSL973013 | Perform basic tests | |
| MSMBLIC001 | Licence to operate a standard boiler | |
| MSMBLIC002 | Licence to operate an advanced boiler | |
| MSMOPS100 | Use equipment | |
| MSMOPS200 | Operate equipment | |
| MSMOPS212 | Use organisation computers or data systems | |
| MSMPER200 | Work in accordance with an issued permit | |
| MSMPER202 | Observe permit work | |
| MSMPER205 | Enter confined space | MSMPER200 Work in accordance with an issued permit |
| MSMPER300 | Issue work permits | MSMWHS201 Conduct hazard analysis |
| MSMPMC303 | Operate grinding equipment | |
| MSMPMC306 | Operate crushing equipment | |
| MSMSUP101 | Clean workplace or equipment | |
| MSMSUP106 | Work in a team | |
| MSMSUP200 | Achieve work outcomes | |
| MSMSUP210 | Process and record information | |
| MSMSUP292 | Sample and test materials and product | |
| MSMSUP300 | Identify and apply process improvements | |
| MSMSUP310 | Contribute to the development of workplace documentation | |
| MSMSUP330 | Develop and adjust a production schedule | |
| MSMSUP382 | Provide coaching/mentoring in the workplace | |
| MSMSUP383 | Facilitate a team | |
| MSMSUP390 | Use structured problem-solving tools | |
| MSMWHS100 | Follow WHS procedures | |
| MSMWHS205 | Control minor incidents | |
| MSMWHS210 | Undertake first response to non-fire incidents | |
| MSMWHS212 | Undertake first response to fire incidents | |
| MSMWHS216 | Operate breathing apparatus | |
| MSMWHS217 | Gas test atmospheres | |
| MSMWHS218 | Control the risks of falls | |
| MSMWHS300 | Facilitate the implementation of WHS for a work group | |
| MSMWHS401 | Assess risk | |
| MSS402002 | Sustain process improvements | |
| MSS402040 | Apply 5S procedures | |
| MSS402050 | Monitor process capability | |
| MSS402080 | Undertake root cause analysis | |
| MSS402081 | Contribute to the application of a proactive maintenance strategy | |
| MSS402082 | Apply cost factors to work practices | |
| MSS402083 | Use planning software systems in operations | |
| PMAOMIR301 | Undertake initial rescue | |
| PMAOMIR302 | Respond to a helideck incident | |
| PMAOMIR306 | Operate control panel during an emergency | |
| PMAOMIR323 | Manage communication systems during an incident | |
| PMAOMIR322 | Manage incident response information | |
| PMAOMIR346 | Assess and secure an incident site | |
| PMAOPS101 | Read dials and indicators | |
| PMAOPS105 | Select and prepare materials | |
| PMAOPS202 | Operate fluid mixing equipment | |
| PMAOPS208 | Operate chemical separation equipment | |
| PMAOPS210 | Operate solids handling equipment | |
| PMAOPS213 | Package product/material | |
| PMAOPS217 | Operate wet milling equipment | |
| PMAOPS220 | Monitor chemical reactions in the process | |
| PMAOPS221 | Operate and monitor prime movers | |
| PMAOPS224 | Provide fluids for utilities and support | |
| PMAOPS231 | Control gas odourisation | |
| PMAOPS232 | Operate filtration equipment | |
| PMAOPS234 | Monitor and operate low pressure compressors | |
| PMAOPS236 | Monitor continuous process plant | |
| PMAOPS240 | Store fluids in bulk | |
| PMAOPS241 | Operate Joule-Thomson effect device | |
| PMAOPS247 | Operate powered separation equipment | |
| PMAOPS260 | Conduct screening operations | |
| PMAOPS261 | Operate bulk solids loading equipment | |
| PMAOPS262 | Operate digestion equipment | |
| PMAOPS309 | Operate solids handling/storage facility | |
| PMAOPS311 | Operate and troubleshoot reactors and reaction equipment | |
| PMAOPS313 | Operate and troubleshoot furnaces to induce reaction | |
| PMAOPS315 | Operate and troubleshoot process control systems | |
| PMAOPS316 | Organise storage and logistics of general materials | |
| PMAOPS317 | Undertake ship transfer operations | |
| PMAOPS319 | Adjust batch | |
| PMAOPS328 | Operate and troubleshoot heating furnace | |
| PMAOPS331 | Operate and troubleshoot gas turbine system | |
| PMAOPS344 | Operate and troubleshoot flare system | |
| PMAOPS345 | Operate and troubleshoot gas treatment process | |
| PMAOPS348 | Operate safety, protection and shutdown systems | |
| PMAOPS351 | Operate and troubleshoot turret swivel systems | |
| PMAOPS353 | Operate and troubleshoot heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems | |
| PMAOPS358 | Process design fundamentals | |
| PMAOPS359 | Operate and troubleshoot process measurement and control systems | |
| PMAOPS390 | Operate a biochemical process | |
| PMAOPS405 | Operate complex control systems | |
| PMAOPS411 | Manage plant shutdown and restart | |
| PMASMELT260 | Form carbon anodes | |
| PMASMELT261 | Bake carbon anodes | |
| PMASMELT262 | Clean and strip anode rods | |
| PMASMELT263 | Spray carbon anodes | |
| PMASMELT264 | Start up reduction cells | |
| PMASMELT265 | Operate reduction cells | |
| PMASMELT266 | Deliver molten metal | |
| PMASMELT267 | Cast ingots | |
| PMASMELT268 | Operate vertical direct casting process | |
| PMASMELT269 | Operate cell tending equipment | |
| PMASMELT270 | Supply product from reduction cells | |
| PMASUP236 | Operate vehicles in the field | |
| PMASUP245 | Break and make flanged joints using hand tools | |
| PMASUP246 | Disconnect and reconnect non-flared tube fitting joints | |
| PMASUP305 | Operate offshore cranes | |
| PMASUP311 | Operate communications hub | |
| PMASUP349 | Monitor and control repairs and modifications on operational pipe | |
| PMASUP345 | Monitor vibration | |
| PMASUP348 | Monitor and maintain cathodic protection systems | |
| PMAWHS211 | Prepare equipment for emergency response | |
| PMAWHS213 | Undertake fire control and emergency rescue | |
| PMAWHS310 | Investigate incidents | |
| PMAWHS311 | Lead emergency teams | |
| PSPGEN015 | Work effectively with diversity | |
| RIIPBE203D | Conduct precipitation operations | |
| RIIPBE301D | Conduct calcinations activities | |
| RIIPBE308D | Conduct thickening and clarifying process | |
| RIIRIS201E | Conduct local risk control | |
| TAEASS301 | Contribute to assessment | |
| TAEDEL301 | Provide work skill instruction | |
| TLID2010 | Operate a forklift | |
| UEPOPL001 | Licence to operate a steam turbine | |
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