Certificate II in Transport And Distribution (Road Transport) (TDT20202) - Casuarina - Northern Territory - I814

This qualification is currently being reviewed and will not be available for new enrolments in 2009. The University is applying for approval to deliver a similar/updated qualification that should become available in 2009. Further detail about the new qualification will be provided as soon as it becomes available. Please contact the Team Leader for more information. This certificate is designed to aid the trainee/apprentice in achieving a specific level of competency by providing training in theoretical and practical aspects required to gain skills and knowledge in road transport. The course consists of the competencies listed below which have varying nominal hours duration. These competencies are sometimes grouped together to gain the final outcome of a number of competencies. The above certificates are nationally recognised TAFE award courses for the on/off-the-job training component associated with the industry.

Satisfactory performance at year 11 or equivalent in English, Maths and Science necessary.

Certificate II in Transport And Distribution (Road Transport) (TDT20202)

COURSE STRUCTURE

Students must complete a total of fourteen (14) units of competency made up of:
(a) seven (7) units aligned at AQF2 made up of:
at least five (5) units and up to seven (7) units from those listed, and
up to two (2) suitable units drawn with appropriate contextualisation from either other Transport and Distribution Certificate II qualifications, or other relevant endorsed Training Packages;
and
(b) seven (7) units aligned at AQF 1 made up of:
at least five (5) units and up to seven (7) units from those listed for the Certificate I in Transport and Distribution (Road Transport) (aligned at AQF 1), and
up to two (2) suitable units (aligned at AQF 1) drawn with appropriate contextualisation from either other Transport and Distribution Certificate I qualifications, or other relevant endorsed Training Packages.

Hours: 230 - 490

HANDLING CARGO/STOCK UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Code
Module/Unit of Competency    
Hours

TDTA997B    Complete and Check Import/Export Documentation    
20
TDTA1197B    Package Goods    
20
TDTA1397B    Receive Goods    
20
Hours        
60

EQUIPMENT CHECKING AND MAINTENANCE UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Code
Module/Unit of Competency    
Hours

TDTB197B    Check and Assess Operational Capabilities of Equipment    
40
TDTB397B    Carry Out Vehicle Servicing and Maintenance    
30
TDTB497B    Carry Out Vehicle Inspection    
20
TDTB797B    Carry Out Maintenance of Trailers    
40
TDTB897B    Carry Out Inspection of Trailers    
30
TDTB2901A    Use and Maintain Minor Mechanical Equipment    
20

Hours        
180

DRIVING VEHICLE UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Code
Module/Unit of Competency    
Hours

TDTC297B    Drive Light Rigid Vehicle    
40
TDTC397B    Drive Medium Rigid Vehicle    
40
Hours        
80

LOAD HANDLING UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Code
Module/Unit of Competency    
Hours
TDTD397C    Handle Dangerous Goods/Hazardous Substances    
40
TDTD497B    Load and Unload Goods/Cargo    
30
TDTD1097B    Operate a Forklift    
40
TDTD1697B    Load and Unload Explosives and Dangerous Goods    
30
TDTD1897B    Handle Furniture and Effects    
30
TDTD2198B    Use Specialised Bulk Transfer Equipment (Dry)    
40
TDTD2298B    Conduct Weighbridge Operations    
20
Hours        
230

COMMUNICATION AND CALCULATION UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Code
Module/Unit of Competency    
Hours
TDTE197B    Present Routine Workplace Information    
40
TDTE701A    Use Communication Systems    
20
TDTE897B    Process Workplace Documentation    
20
Hours        
80


OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Code
Module/Unit of Competency    
Hours
TDTF697B    Apply Accident-Emergency Procedures    
20
TDTF1097B    Apply Fatigue Management Strategies    
30
HLTFA1A    Apply Basic First Aid    
10
Hours        
60

ROUTE PLANNING AND NAVIGATION UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Code
Module/Unit of Competency    
Hours
TDTH197C    Interpret Road Maps and Navigate Predetermined Routes    
20
TDTH398B    Prioritise Courier/Delivery Operations    
30
Hours        
50

CUSTOMER SERVICE UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Code
Module/Unit of Competency    
Hours

TDTI698B    Provide Freight Forwarding Services to Customers    
30
TDTGCSO01A    Create Customer Relationship    
10
TDTGCSO02A    Deal with Customer Feedback    
10
TDTGCSO04A    Meet Customer Needs and Expectations    
10
TDTGCSO06A    Address Customer Needs    
10
Hours        
70

QUALITY UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Code
Module/Unit of Competency    
Hours

TDTJ197B    Apply Quality Procedures    
20

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Code
Module/Unit of Competency    
Hours

TDTL898B    Complete Routine Administrative Tasks    
10

ENVIRONMENT UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Code
Module/Unit of Competency    
Hours

TDTU701A    Care for the Environment    
20


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