Certificate IV in Underground Coal Operations

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This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the roles of individuals, including mine supervisors or deputies, working in underground coal mines, who perform tasks involving a broad range of day-to-day, operational activities in their area of responsibility. They are responsible for ensuring a safe work environment through applying the safety and health management system for a mine, including monitoring the quantity and quality of output, supervising others and applying solutions to non-routine problems.

Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the qualification.

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      6 months – 2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Apply and monitor mine services and infrastructure systems Core
Apply and monitor mine transport systems and production equipment Core
Apply and monitor the gas management plan Core
Apply and monitor the inrush management plan Core
Apply and monitor the strata management plan Core
Apply and monitor the ventilation management plan Core
Apply and monitor underground coal mine emergency preparedness and response systems Core
Apply the spontaneous combustion management plan Core
Carry out the risk management process Core
Demonstrate leadership in the workplace Core
Apply and monitor polymeric chemical management plans Elective
Apply and monitor the gas drainage management plan Elective
Apply and monitor the outburst management plan Elective
Apply risk management processes Elective
Communicate information Elective
Conduct continuous miner operations Elective
Conduct longwall face equipment operations Elective
Conduct outburst mining operations Elective
Conduct safety and health investigations Elective
Conduct shearer operations Elective
Conduct shotfiring operations in underground coal mines Elective
Conduct shuttle car operations Elective
Coordinate business operational plans Elective
Develop personal work priorities Elective
Implement and monitor WHS policies, procedures and programs Elective
Implement continuous improvement Elective
Implement customer service strategies Elective
Implement the underground coal mine mechanical plant management plan Elective
Implement, monitor, rectify and report on interfaces between electrical and mechanical componentry Elective
Lead rescue teams Elective
Manage and coordinate spill response Elective
Promote innovation in team environments Elective
Provide leadership in the supervision of diverse work teams Elective
Support the learning and development of teams and individuals Elective
Support underground shotfiring operations Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate IV in Underground Coal Operations sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Mine Deputy

    ANZSCO 312913

    Mine Deputies oversee the safety of mining operations and supervise Miners.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

Training providers delivering Certificate IV in Underground Coal Operations

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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