Certificate III in Process Plant Operations
PMA30120
ManufacturingCertificate IIINationally recognised
Level 3AQF level
21Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
21Training providers
Sep 2022Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQF
Qualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (PMA30120, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate III; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our factsOccupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Chemical Process Operator
Industries
Raw Material ManufacturingChemical, Hydrocarbon and Oil Refining
Source: training.gov.au
As listed for PMA30120 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our factsWhat you learn
To finish you complete 21 units: 5 core plus 16 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.
See all 179 units in the official listHide the unit list
HLTAID011Provide First Aid
HLTAID013Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site
HLTAID014Provide Advanced First Aid
MEM07033Operate and monitor basic boiler
MEM09002Interpret technical drawing
MEM09003Prepare basic engineering drawing
MEM11011Undertake manual handling
MEM12023Perform engineering measurements
MEM12024Perform computations
MEM13015Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering
MEM16006Organise and communicate information
MEM18011Shut down and isolate machines/equipment
MSL952001Collect routine site samples
MSL973013Perform basic tests
MSMBLIC001Licence to operate a standard boiler
MSMBLIC002Licence to operate an advanced boiler
MSMENV272Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
MSMOPS100Use equipment
MSMOPS200Operate equipment
MSMOPS212Use organisation computers or data systems
MSMPER200Work in accordance with an issued permit
MSMPER201Monitor and control work permits
MSMPER202Observe permit work
MSMPER205Enter confined space
MSMPER300Issue work permits
MSMPMC303Operate grinding equipment
MSMPMC306Operate crushing equipment
MSMSUP100Apply workplace context to own job
MSMSUP101Clean workplace or equipment
MSMSUP102Communicate in the workplace
MSMSUP106Work in a team
MSMSUP200Achieve work outcomes
MSMSUP210Process and record information
MSMSUP240Undertake minor maintenance
MSMSUP292Sample and test materials and product
MSMSUP300Identify and apply process improvements
MSMSUP303Identify equipment faults
MSMSUP310Contribute to the development of workplace documentation
MSMSUP330Develop and adjust a production schedule
MSMSUP382Provide coaching/mentoring in the workplace
MSMSUP383Facilitate a team
MSMSUP390Use structured problem-solving tools
MSMWHS100Follow WHS procedures
MSMWHS110Follow emergency response procedures
MSMWHS200Work safely
MSMWHS201Conduct hazard analysis
MSMWHS205Control minor incidents
MSMWHS210Undertake first response to non-fire incidents
MSMWHS212Undertake first response to fire incidents
MSMWHS216Operate breathing apparatus
MSMWHS217Gas test atmospheres
MSMWHS218Control the risks of falls
MSMWHS300Facilitate the implementation of WHS for a work group
MSMWHS401Assess risk
MSS402002Sustain process improvements
MSS402040Apply 5S procedures
MSS402050Monitor process capability
MSS402080Undertake root cause analysis
MSS402081Contribute to the application of a proactive maintenance strategy
MSS402082Apply cost factors to work practices
MSS402083Use planning software systems in operations
PMAOMIR301Undertake initial rescue
PMAOMIR302Respond to a helideck incident
PMAOMIR306Operate control panel during an emergency
PMAOMIR322Manage incident response information
PMAOMIR323Manage communication systems during an incident
PMAOMIR346Assess and secure an incident site
PMAOPS101Read dials and indicators
PMAOPS105Select and prepare materials
PMAOPS201Operate fluid flow equipment
PMAOPS202Operate fluid mixing equipment
PMAOPS204Select and use utilities and services
PMAOPS205Operate heat exchangers
PMAOPS208Operate chemical separation equipment
PMAOPS210Operate solids handling equipment
PMAOPS213Package product/material
PMAOPS216Operate local control system
PMAOPS217Operate wet milling equipment
PMAOPS220Monitor chemical reactions in the process
PMAOPS221Operate and monitor prime movers
PMAOPS222Operate and monitor pumping systems and equipment
PMAOPS223Operate and monitor valve systems
PMAOPS224Provide fluids for utilities and support
PMAOPS230Monitor, operate and maintain pipeline stations and equipment
PMAOPS231Control gas odourisation
PMAOPS232Operate filtration equipment
PMAOPS233Monitor wells and gathering systems
PMAOPS234Monitor and operate low pressure compressors
PMAOPS236Monitor continuous process plant
PMAOPS240Store fluids in bulk
PMAOPS241Operate Joule-Thomson effect device
PMAOPS246Operate separation equipment
PMAOPS247Operate powered separation equipment
PMAOPS260Conduct screening operations
PMAOPS261Operate bulk solids loading equipment
PMAOPS262Operate digestion equipment
PMAOPS280Interpret process plant schematics
PMAOPS306Operate and troubleshoot production unit
PMAOPS309Operate solids handling/storage facility
PMAOPS310Operate and troubleshoot distillation system
PMAOPS311Operate and troubleshoot reactors and reaction equipment
PMAOPS313Operate and troubleshoot furnaces to induce reaction
PMAOPS314Operate and troubleshoot compressor systems
PMAOPS315Operate and troubleshoot process control systems
PMAOPS316Organise storage and logistics of general materials
PMAOPS317Undertake ship transfer operations
PMAOPS318Conduct artificial lift
PMAOPS319Adjust batch
PMAOPS322Undertake well management
PMAOPS328Operate and troubleshoot heating furnace
PMAOPS331Operate and troubleshoot gas turbine system
PMAOPS332Generate electrical power
PMAOPS334Operate and troubleshoot gas absorption system
PMAOPS336Operate and troubleshoot fixed-bed adsorption system
PMAOPS337Operate and troubleshoot liquid extraction system
PMAOPS338Communicate and monitor pipeline activities
PMAOPS339Operate and troubleshoot wells and gathering systems
PMAOPS341Operate and troubleshoot cryogenic processes
PMAOPS342Conduct pipeline pigging
PMAOPS343Transfer bulk fluids into/out of storage facility
PMAOPS344Operate and troubleshoot flare systems
PMAOPS345Operate and troubleshoot gas treatment process
PMAOPS346Operate and troubleshoot liquefaction process
PMAOPS347Create and conduct isolations in the workplace
PMAOPS348Operate safety, protection and shutdown systems
PMAOPS349Operate and troubleshoot hydraulic systems
PMAOPS350Match and adjust colour
PMAOPS351Operate and troubleshoot turret swivel systems
PMAOPS352Operate and troubleshoot instrument and plant air systems
PMAOPS353Operate and troubleshoot heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems
PMAOPS354Operate and troubleshoot inert gas generation systems
PMAOPS355Operate and troubleshoot fuel systems
PMAOPS356Operate and troubleshoot water treatment systems
PMAOPS357Operate and troubleshoot produced water and water injection systems
PMAOPS358Process design fundamentals
PMAOPS359Operate and troubleshoot process measurement and control systems
PMAOPS363Operate and troubleshoot export systems
PMAOPS367Operate and troubleshoot cooling water systems
PMAOPS368Operate and troubleshoot heating medium/hot oil systems
PMAOPS369Operate and troubleshoot drain and vent systems
PMAOPS370Operate and troubleshoot condensate stabilisation systems
PMAOPS390Operate a biochemical process
PMAOPS405Operate complex control systems
PMAOPS411Manage plant shutdown and restart
PMASMELT260Form carbon anodes
PMASMELT261Bake carbon anodes
PMASMELT262Clean and strip anode rods
PMASMELT263Spray carbon anodes
PMASMELT264Start up reduction cells
PMASMELT265Operate reduction cells
PMASMELT266Deliver molten metal
PMASMELT267Cast ingots
PMASMELT268Operate vertical direct casting process
PMASMELT269Operate cell tending equipment
PMASMELT270Supply product from reduction cells
PMASUP236Operate vehicles in the field
PMASUP241Maintain pipeline easements
PMASUP244Prepare and isolate plant
PMASUP245Break and make flanged joints using hand tools
PMASUP246Disconnect and reconnect non-flared tube fitting joints
PMASUP305Operate offshore cranes
PMASUP311Operate communications hub
PMASUP345Monitor vibration
PMASUP348Monitor and maintain cathodic protection systems
PMASUP349Monitor and control repairs and modifications on operational pipe
PMASUP350Control corrosion
PMAWHS211Prepare equipment for emergency response
PMAWHS213Undertake fire control and emergency rescue
PMAWHS310Investigate incidents
PMAWHS311Lead emergency teams
PSPGEN015Work effectively with diversity
RIIPBE203DConduct precipitation operations
RIIPBE301DConduct calcinations activities
RIIPBE308DConduct thickening and clarifying process
RIIRIS201EConduct local risk control
TAEASS301Contribute to assessment
TAEDEL301Provide work skill instruction
TLID2010Operate a forklift
UEPOPL001Licence to operate a steam turbine
Source: training.gov.au
Unit list from the PMA30120 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our factsWho offers it
21 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.
Calibre Training & Development Pty Ltd as Trustee for the Calibre Unit TrustBased in QLD · Registered since 2011→
Health Security & Education Pty Ltd as trustee for Health Security & Education Unit TrustBased in QLD · Registered since 2014→
Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.