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Diploma of Drilling Operations

RII50620
Trades & constructionDiplomaNationally recognised
Level 5AQF level
12Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
9Training providers
Mar 2021Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (RII50620, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Diploma; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Environmental Drilling SupervisorFoundation/Construction Drilling SupervisorGeotechnical Drilling SupervisorBlast Hole Drilling SupervisorMineral Exploration Drilling SupervisorMineral Production and Development Drilling SupervisorSeismic Drilling SupervisorWater Well Drilling SupervisorTrenchless Technology Drilling Supervisor
Industries
Blast Hole DrillingEnvironmental DrillingFoundation/Construction DrillingGeotechnical DrillingSeismic DrillingWater Well DrillingTrenchless and Directional DrillingMineral Exploration Drilling
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for RII50620 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 facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 12 units: 10 core plus 2 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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BSBCUS501Manage quality customer service
BSBMGT517Manage operational plan
BSBWHS521Ensure a safe workplace for a work area
BSBWOR502Lead and manage team effectiveness
RIIBEF402DSupervise on-site operations
RIIENV501EImplement and maintain environmental management plans
RIIGOV501EIdentify, implement and maintain legal compliance requirements
RIILAT402EProvide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams
RIINHB401EPlan and supervise the mobilisation of equipment, crew and materials
RIINHB402ESupervise drilling operations
RIINHB411EConstruct artesian (flowing) aquifer bores
RIINHB412DConstruct geothermal wells
RIINHB501FPlan drilling
RIIPRM501EImplement, monitor, rectify and report on contracts
RIIRIS501EImplement and maintain management systems to control risk
RIISAM502EManage general drilling equipment maintenance
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the RII50620 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 facts

Who offers it

9 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.

ACA TrainingBased in WA · Registered since 2020→
Academy of Career TrainingBased in QLD · Registered since 2001→
Advanced Mine Performance Training Services Pty LtdBased in WA · Registered since 2007→
Australasian Drilling Institute Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2007→
AXXIS INDUSTRY QUALIFICATIONSBased in QLD · Registered since 2016→
Competency and Compliance Solutions Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2014→
EHE DIGITALBased in VIC · Registered since 2010→
Infrastructure Training Pty LtdBased in NSW · Registered since 2021→
WESTIN COLLEGEBased in WA · Registered since 2022→

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.