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SSRII0010

Excavator Operations Skill Set

Accredited Skill Set

If you’ve ever wanted to be one of the literal movers and shakers of the construction industry, this course can give you practical skills to do extraordinary things. In this two-day course, you’ll learn how to assess risks, identify hazards and safely operate an excavator on a construction site.

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STUDY LOCATIONS North Queensland
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 28 Jan 2025 Duration: up to 2 days View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
CSQ funded

If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

$55
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$680

Course overview

If you’ve ever wanted to be one of the literal movers and shakers of the construction industry, this course can give you practical skills to do extraordinary things. In this two-day course, you’ll learn how to assess risks, identify hazards and safely operate an excavator on a construction site.

What can I do?

  • Excavator Operator
  • Plant Operators
  • Machinery Operator and Driver

Course outcome:

Statement of Attainment

Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Funding

TAFE Queensland is a proud provider of Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) funding and is a registered provider of the CSQ Short Courses Program. This course is subsidised under this Program. Funding for eligible participants is available in select regional areas only and is limited and not guaranteed. Learn more about CSQ funding, eligibility and available courses and enquire to begin your training.

Industry relevant teachers

Our teaching staff are at the top of their game and are still heavily involved in the industry. This means you're being taught by people who know what employers are looking for and where the sector is headed.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this unit of skill requires you to complete the unit listed below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • RIIMPO320F
    Conduct civil construction excavator operations
    UNIT CODE :
    RIIMPO320F
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate excavator operations to lift carry and place materials.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Conduct civil construction excavator operations
Ways to study
  • You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more

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CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Cairns
On Campus
Anytime
up to 2 days
Full time 8 hours per day
  • CSQ funded: $55

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

  • Full fee: $680

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 2 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time 8 hours per day
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • CSQ funded: $55

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

  • Full fee: $680

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
On Campus
Anytime
up to 2 days
Full time 8 hours per day
  • CSQ funded: $55

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

  • Full fee: $680

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

Anytime
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 2 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time 8 hours per day
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • CSQ funded: $55

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

  • Full fee: $680

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Cairns
On Campus
28 Jan 2025
up to 2 days
Full time 8 hours per day
  • CSQ funded: $55

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

  • Full fee: $680

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Cairns

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

28 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 2 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time 8 hours per day
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • CSQ funded: $55

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

  • Full fee: $680

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
On Campus
28 Jan 2025
up to 2 days
Full time 8 hours per day
  • CSQ funded: $55

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

  • Full fee: $680

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

demo

Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle

On Campus

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    0%
  • On Campus Time
    100%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

28 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 2 days
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time 8 hours per day
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • CSQ funded: $55

    If you work in the building and construction industry, you may be eligible to access Construction Skills Queensland funding. Learn more

  • Full fee: $680

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Excavator Operations Skill Set (SSRII0010)

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Excavator Operations Skill Set

COURSE CODE: SSRII0010
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

This program is funded by Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ), there are a number of requirements that need to be met to access this funding. CSQ funded and subsidised courses are for existing, and eligible workers in the building and construction industry.

More information about CSQ can be obtained from the website.

Resources required

Please be aware that you will also be required to supply the following items at your cost:

  • Broad brimmed hat for all outdoor activities
  • protective footwear with safety toe cap are required while engaged in work activities and while students are in designated areas of TAFE
  • Long sleeved shirts are highly recommended * Singlet tops are not allowed.
  • A calculator, pens (preferably blue and black ink), pencils, eraser, whiteout (optional) and/or ruler
  • Ring binder folder/s and plastic sleeves or other types of folders to store own workbooks and other work material

Important information

Participants with previous machinery experience will be given a challenge test and may complete in a shorter time with training delivered at the Trade Training Centre.  Other sites are available by negotiation.  Workshops are run on demand and require a minimum number of participants.  Workshops can be tailored to suit industry groups.

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.