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Certificate IV in Process Plant Technology
Box Hill Institute, TAFE VIC
Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 02411J
This process plant course is a technical qualification for para-professionals who undertake technical projects such as plant modifications either individually or as part of a project team where they have a significant technical role. The course has been developed specifically for people experienced in the industry to gain a qualification based on work experience or prior studies. It is not offered as classroom based delivery.This course is a technical qualification for advanced operators and operations technicians who use production equipment to directly produce product. Technicians will typically be involved in solving complex problems requiring theoretical knowledge, combined with an understanding of the production process and equipment across the plant. It is especially suited to advanced operators and/or operations technicians who are wanting to further their career in a supervisory or team leader role. People with this qualification may be expected to work in one of the following sectors:fine chemicalsheavy chemicalspetrochemicalshydrocarbon extractionhydrocarbon transmissionhydrocarbon processing/refiningminerals processing/refiningmetalliferous processing/refiningmetals smelting/processingother related areasAs part of the course, you will be assessed on your current competencies in areas of petrochemicals, hydrocarbons, chemical, metal/ore processing, oil, gas, smelting, refining, maintenance and manufacturing using Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL can allow you to fast track through the course if you consider that your previous work experience or other studies cover the subject matters of units within the PMA Process Plant Operations Training Package.RPL FEES: Completion of this course by RPL costs around $3,700 depending on the units selected. Your assessor can give you a clear indication of the fees that apply to your unit selection. Box Hill Industry assessors can assist you to gain recognition for your current knowledge and skills in petrochemical, oil and gas or manufacturing industries. The qualification will allow you to position yourself in the marketplace for career opportunities by acquiring the qualifications that employers are looking for.
Designed for
You must:have successfully completed Year 10 (or equivalent)be currently working in the industry. It is expected that you will have experience as a team leader or area supervisor in order to complete the higher level competencies.PRE-TRAINING REVIEWTo assist prospective students to determine whether a course is suitable and appropriate for the individual needs, Box Hill Institute will assess all students’ language, literacy and numeracy and digital literacy by asking you to undertake a self-assessment review prior to the enrolment.A course advisor will discuss the outcomes of the review and make recommendations about whether the course is suitable for you, and identify additional support where required.
Structure
- You will be required to complete 26 units (5 core units and 21 electives). 
- You must choose electives as follows:a 
- minimum of 1 from Group Athe remainder may be chosen from Groups A, B and C (with a maximum of 18 from Group C to bring the total number of electives to 21.
Standard entry requirements
Direct entry. Email industrialsciences@boxhill.edu.au for more information.Recognition of Prior Learning is available.
Recognition
This course is government accredited and has national recognitionThe qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 4 You may wish to progress into the Diploma of Process Plant Technology.
Study pathways
This course may provide you with employment opportunities as a process plant operator at a supervisory level, in the chemical or oil industries.The skills you gain will have a particular emphasis on practical management of workgroups and the safe use of the equipment those groups use.
