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Our PMA30116 Certificate III in Process Plant Operations is a technical qualification for advanced operators and operations technicians who use production equipment to directly produce product. At this level, operators/ technicians will undertake more advanced operations, typically of integrated plant units in accordance with the operating procedures, and would apply their knowledge to anticipate problems. This qualification is customisable based on your company requirements and is typically used to develop employees performing a process plant operator’s role that includes the running of specific areas of a process plant. People with this qualification may be expected to work in one of the following sectors:
- fine chemicals
- heavy chemicals
- petrochemicals
- hydrocarbon extraction
- hydrocarbon transmission
- hydrocarbon processing/refining
- minerals processing/refining
- metalliferous processing/refining
- metals smelting/processing
- other related areas
There are a number of delivery options to complete this qualification:
- a) Through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) only; this program is suited to existing workers in the chemical, hydrocarbons or refining sectors, or similar industries. Completion will require third party verification and submission of workplace evidence.
- b) Flexible delivery including using open learning, RPL or a combination of both. This program will include workplace assignments and third party verification. Again, this option is suited to existing workers in the chemical, hydrocarbons or refining sectors, or similar industries.
- c) Company Traineeship consisting of specific units of competency chosen by your company. This program will include two weekly, twice a year on-campus (ACEPT Munster) block release with all assignments completed in the workplace. To study as a Trainee, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation. Please see the Apprenticeships/Traineeships section for more information.
See how our students learn in a real-life industry setting equipped with an operating plant!
Entrance Requirements
Job opportunities
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
- This qualification is typically used to develop employees performing a process plant operator’s role that includes the running of specific areas of a process plant.
For information about jobs and pathways, please see http://joboutlook.gov.au/
Further study opportunities:
- PMA40116 Certificate IV in Process Plant Technology, State ID BAN0
Delivery location, important dates and study options
This course will be offered with a blended, flexible delivery model to enable social distancing measures to be undertaken during the COVID-19 pandemic. This approach may include a mix of online and classroom based delivery, as well as practical and work experience placements. Lecturers will provide specific instructions to their student groups on how training will be undertaken.
All year round
Munster - Part Time-Self PacedOverview
Fees and charges
Units
| When | All year round |
| Where | Munster |
| How |
Part Time Self Paced |
Indicative fees and charges
Fees and charges published on our website are indicative. Your fees will depend on your eligibility for government funding or a concession rate, and the units you choose to study or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Priori Learning (RPL). Our Indicative fees lists show fees that are:
- Based on the full possible study plan of units, including the recommended electives
- Based on full time study in 2020
- Charged at the government funded rate for over 18 years of age students
- Based on unit electives designed to meet localised industry demand for skills
- Made up of course fees and resource fees, or RPL fees. Course fees are the cost of your tuition, while resource fees pay for consumables provided to you to aid your study (such as printing and paper). You may also be required to purchase text books or equipment that are not part of our tuition or resource fees.
Fees may vary between students and between educational providers. Other charges may apply.
Visit our Fees and payment options page for more information.
Call 1800 001 001 to get a more accurate fee indication based on your eligibility and study plan before applying.
VET Student Loans
Selected courses are VET Student Loan eligible courses.
A VET Student Loan creates a debt that must be repaid to the Commonwealth and is only available to students who are eligible.
To find out if you are eligible or to see the list of eligible courses visit our Student Loans page.
International students
Selected courses are available to International students for full time study only.
Fees, charges, available locations, applications and enrolment procedures for International students are different to those for students who have Australian permanent residency.
For more information or to find a course visit the TAFE International WA website.
Apprenticeships and traineeships
Fees for apprenticeships and traineeships are charged at a rate per nominal hour of study.
This means that your fees will vary depending on the units you study as part of your training plan.
Apprentices and trainees are liable to pay for their own fees but some industrial agreements (awards) dictate that employers are required to reimburse their apprentice upon receipt of satisfactory progress. An employer may also opt to pay on behalf of the apprentice or trainee.
For more information visit our Apprenticeships and traineeships page.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) enrolments are charged at $3.25 per nominal hour of study.
No concession fees apply to RPL enrolments. Refer to the institutional or apprenticeship/traineeship fee lists for an indicative RPL course fee.
Core
| National ID | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Elective
| National ID | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| HLTAID003 | Provide first aid |
| MEM11011B | Undertake manual handling |
| MEM12023A | Perform engineering measurements |
| MEM12024A | Perform computations |
| MEM18001C | Use hand tools |
| MEM18011C | Shut down and isolate machines/equipment |
| MSL952001 | Collect routine site samples |
| MSMBLIC001 | Licence to operate a standard boiler |
| MSMBLIC002 | Licence to operate an advanced boiler |
| MSMOPS100 | Use equipment |
| MSMOPS102 | Perform tasks to support production |
| MSMOPS200 | Operate equipment |
| MSMOPS212 | Use organisation computers or data systems |
| MSMPER200 | Work in accordance with an issued permit |
| MSMPER201 | Monitor and control work permits |
| MSMPER202 | Observe permit work |
| MSMPER205 | Enter confined space |
| MSMPER300 | Issue work permits |
| MSMSUP101 | Clean workplace or equipment |
| MSMSUP106 | Work in a team |
| MSMSUP200 | Achieve work outcomes |
| MSMSUP210 | Process and record information |
| MSMSUP240 | Undertake minor maintenance |
| MSMSUP292 | Sample and test materials and product |
| MSMSUP303 | Identify equipment faults |
| MSMSUP310 | Contribute to the development of workplace documentation |
| MSMSUP390 | Use structured problem-solving tools |
| MSMWHS100 | Follow WHS procedures |
| MSMWHS201 | Conduct hazard analysis |
| 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 |
| PMAOMIR210 | Control evacuation to muster point |
| PMAOMIR301 | Undertake initial rescue |
| PMAOMIR302 | Respond to a helideck incident |
| PMAOMIR305 | Operate panel during an emergency |
| PMAOMIR320 | Manage incident response information |
| PMAOPS101 | Read dials and indicators |
| PMAOPS201 | Operate fluid flow equipment |
| PMAOPS202 | Operate fluid mixing equipment |
| PMAOPS204 | Select and use utilities and services |
| PMAOPS205 | Operate heat exchangers |
| PMAOPS208 | Operate chemical separation equipment |
| PMAOPS216 | Operate local control system |
| PMAOPS217 | Operate wet milling equipment |
| PMAOPS220 | Monitor chemical reactions in the process |
| PMAOPS221 | Operate and monitor prime movers |
| PMAOPS222 | Operate and monitor pumping systems and equipment |
| PMAOPS223 | Operate and monitor valve systems |
| PMAOPS226 | Monitor and operate flare systems |
| PMAOPS232 | Operate filtration equipment |
| PMAOPS236 | Monitor continuous process plant |
| PMAOPS240 | Store fluids in bulk |
| PMAOPS246 | Operate separation equipment |
| PMAOPS263 | Operate leaching equipment |
| PMAOPS280 | Interpret process plant schematics |
| PMAOPS300 | Operate a production unit |
| PMAOPS301 | Operate a distillation unit |
| PMAOPS302 | Operate reactors and reaction equipment |
| PMAOPS304 | Operate and monitor compressor systems and equipment |
| PMAOPS305 | Operate process control systems |
| PMAOPS307 | Transfer bulk fluids into/out of storage facility |
| PMAOPS312 | Undertake ship loading/unloading operations |
| PMAOPS320 | Conduct artificial lift |
| PMAOPS321 | Undertake well management |
| PMAOPS324 | Operate a gas turbine |
| PMAOPS325 | Generate electrical power |
| PMAOPS326 | Operate gas absorption unit |
| PMAOPS327 | Operate fixed bed adsorption unit |
| PMAOPS330 | Communicate and monitor pipeline activities |
| PMAOPS333 | Operate wells and gathering systems |
| PMAOPS335 | Conduct pipeline pigging |
| PMAOPS340 | Operate cryogenic processes |
| PMASUP236 | Operate vehicles in the field |
| PMASUP237 | Undertake crane, dogging and load transfer operations |
| PMASUP244 | Prepare and isolate plant |
| PMASUP245 | Break and make flanged joints using hand tools |
| PMAWHS211 | Prepare equipment for emergency response |
| PMAWHS213 | Undertake fire control and emergency rescue |
| PMAWHS214 | Undertake helicopter safety and escape |
| PMAWHS215 | Apply offshore facility abandonment and sea survival procedures and practices |
| PMAWHS310 | Investigate incidents |
| PMAWHS311 | Lead emergency teams |
| PMAWHS312 | Command the operation of survival craft |
| PMAWHS320 | Provide advanced first aid response |
| TAEASS301 | Contribute to assessment |
| TAEDEL301 | Provide work skill instruction |
| TLID2010 | Operate a forklift |
| MSL973001 | Perform basic tests |
| NWP357B | Monitor, operate and control reverse osmosis and nano-filtration processes |
| PMC552002C | Operate equipment to blend/mix materials |
| PMC552003C | Operate grinding equipment |