Maintenance

Non-Award

This short course equips you with the skills and knowledge required in the agriculture, horticulture, and land management sectors including the following: Prepare for, and carry out, and complete operational maintenance of machineryUndertake pre-start checks, and operate, maintain, and shut down...

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Key details

Degree Type

Non-Award

Duration

3 years full-time

Course Code

VTP462

Study Mode

Online, In person

About this course

This short course equips you with the skills and knowledge required in the agriculture, horticulture, and land management sectors including the following:

Prepare for, and carry out, and complete operational maintenance of machinery
Undertake pre-start checks, and operate, maintain, and shut down basic machinery and equipment in a simulated or real workplace

The course applies to individuals who operate basic machinery* and equipment to undertake routine work under general supervision with limited autonomy and accountability.

*Exceptions include chainsaws, tractors, vehicles, and earth-moving equipment.

No occupational licensing, legislative, or certification requirements apply to the units in this course at the time of publication.

Entry requirements

To enter VTP462 Maintenance, candidates are required to be aged 16 years or above.

To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.

*If you do not meet the entry requirements and would like to discuss your options, contact the Agriculture and Rural Operations Team.

Study locations

Casuarina

Alice Springs

Katherine

Online

What you will learn

To achieve the vocational training program VTP462 Maintenance a total of two (2) units of competency must be completed as listed below.Students will be issued with a Statement of Attainment upon successful completion.

Credit for prior study or work

Skills recognition is not applicable to this course. CDU's short courses are highly targeted courses designed to help you improve a specific skill. They will help you improve your career prospects, maintain currency in your field, or allow you to try out something completely new.

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