Certificate III in Rail Structures

TLI32121

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 is a general qualification for a person engaged in the rail infrastructure environment who performs tasks involving checking and repairing structures through a broad range of skilled applications in a wide variety of contexts. It may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. It may also include responsibility for coordinating the work of others.

Job roles

Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to the job role groups listed below include:

Steel/Concrete/Masonry Structures Maintenance

  • senior structures maintainer

Timber Structures Maintenance

  • senior structures maintainer.

Please note: RTO to insert on the testamur, the specialist elective group selected from the group choice below.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

  • 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 has entry requirements. See more information at the National Training Register

  • 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:
      1–2 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 quality systems Core
Conduct workplace information briefings Core
Implement and monitor work health and safety procedures Core
Implement structures maintenance and installation of minor structures Core
Install minor structures Core
Use communications systems Core
Apply accident-emergency procedures Elective
Apply customer service skills Elective
Apply protective coating systems to structures Elective
Apply safety critical communications in the rail environment Elective
Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functions Elective
Heat and cut materials using oxy-LPG equipment for the rail industry Elective
Implement and monitor environmental protection policies and procedures Elective
Implement fatigue management policies and procedures for rail infrastructure Elective
Install and maintain guard rails Elective
Install and maintain surface track drainage Elective
Install and repair fences and gates Elective
Install and repair rail earthworks Elective
Install and repair rail fastening systems Elective
Install and repair temporary track supports Elective
Install and replace transoms Elective
Install and service rail lubrication equipment Elective
Maintain bridge bearings Elective
Operate minor mechanical equipment Elective
Perform basic magnetic particle testing Elective
Perform basic penetrant testing Elective
Process workplace documentation Elective
Recognise the impact of human capabilities/limitations on human performance in a rail environment Elective
Repair concrete/masonry structures Elective
Repair steel structures Elective
Repair timber structures Elective
Use hand tools Elective
Work effectively with others in a team Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate III in Rail Structures sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

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    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Carpenter and Joiner

    ANZSCO 331211

    Carpenters and Joiners construct, erect, install, renovate and repair structures and fixtures made of wood, plywood, wallboard and other materials, and cut, shape and fit timber parts to form structures and fittings.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Railway Track Worker

    ANZSCO 821611

    Railway Track Workers lay and repair tracks for railways, tramways, quarries and mines, and install and repair signals and other equipment.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Rail Structures

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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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