Certificate III in Driving Operations

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Gain practical skills for an exciting career on the road as a tip truck driver, bus driver, or local heavy general freight driver with this entry-level course.

JOB PROSPECTS

Bus Driver
Line Haul Driver
Local Heavy General Freight Driver

COURSE OUTCOME

TLI31216 Certificate III in Driving Operations

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Course overview

Gain practical skills for driving operation roles in the transport and logistics industry with this entry-level course. Learn how to transport your passengers or cargo safely between destinations and set yourself on the road to a career as a tip truck driver, bus driver, or local heavy general freight driver.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, job prospects for truck, bus and coach drivers are strong. There are likely to be around 15,000 job openings for bus and coach drivers and over 127,000 positions available for truck drivers over the next five years.

This course will give you on-the-job training, including how to drive heavy vehicles, safely shift materials, manage fatigue, and communicate between vehicles.

Learn the skills and knowledge you need to seek employment in a range of entry-level positions in the transport and logistics industry which will enhance your job security in the industry into the future.

Links with industry

There is a strong push to automation for the transport and logistics industry. Our teachers understand the increasingly technological nature of logistics services and have worked closely with industry to incorporate these trends into this practical course.

Hands-on training

This course features practical and industry-relevant training. Practice your skills in a real work environment with on-the-job training to ensure you are ready and able to start working as a qualified professional.

Units

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 12 elective units from the list below.

Core units

UNIT CODE	UNIT NAME

TLID1001 Shift materials safely using manual handling methods Unit code: TLID1001 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to shift loads safely using manual handling methods. Work must be carried out in compliance with the relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations concerning the manual handling and movement of loads.	Shift materials safely using manual handling methods
TLIE1005 Carry out basic workplace calculations Unit code: TLIE1005 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to carry out basic routine workplace calculations.	Carry out basic workplace calculations
TLIF1001 Follow work health and safety procedures Unit code: TLIF1001 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to follow and apply work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures when carrying out work activities in compliance with the relevant WHS/OHS regulations and procedures.	Follow work health and safety procedures
TLIF2010 Apply fatigue management strategies Unit code: TLIF2010 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply fatigue management strategies within the transport and logistics industry. Work is undertaken in compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, codes and guidelines.	Apply fatigue management strategies
TLIH2001 Interpret road maps and navigate pre-determined routes Unit code: TLIH2001 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to interpret road maps and to navigate routes as part of transport operations.	Interpret road maps and navigate pre-determined routes
TLIL1001 Complete workplace orientation/induction procedures Unit code: TLIL1001 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to complete workplace orientation and induction procedures when commencing a new work role, in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace operational policies and procedures.	Complete workplace orientation/induction procedures

Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.

Elective units

UNIT CODE	UNIT NAME
Heavy General Freight Stream - Licensing/Industry elective units
TLIC1051 Operate commercial vehicle Unit code: TLIC1051 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to maintain the safety of and to operate, a commercial vehicle across a variety of job roles.	Operate commercial vehicle
TLIC2002 Drive light rigid vehicle Unit code: TLIC2002 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to drive a light rigid vehicle safely, in accordance with relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority licence requirements and regulations for light rigid vehicles.	Drive light rigid vehicle
TLIC3003 Drive medium rigid vehicle Unit code: TLIC3003 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to drive a medium rigid vehicle safely in accordance with the licence requirements and regulations of the relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority pertaining to medium rigid vehicles.	Drive medium rigid vehicle
TLIC3004 Drive heavy rigid vehicle Unit code: TLIC3004 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to drive a heavy rigid vehicle safely, in compliance with relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority licence requirements and regulations for heavy rigid vehicles.	Drive heavy rigid vehicle
TLIC3005 Drive heavy combination vehicle Unit code: TLIC3005 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to drive a heavy combination vehicle safely.	Drive heavy combination vehicle
TLIC4006 Drive multi-combination vehicle Unit code: TLIC4006 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to drive a multi-combination vehicle safely, including maintaining systematic and efficient control of all vehicle functions, coupling and uncoupling dollies, monitoring traffic and road conditions, managing vehicle condition and performance and effectively managing hazardous situations.	Drive multi-combination vehicle
Heavy General Freight Stream - Specialist elective units
TLIA1001 Secure cargo Unit code: TLIA1001 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to secure cargo in accordance with procedures and regulatory requirements as part of work activities within the transport and logistics industry.	Secure cargo
TLIB0002 Carry out vehicle inspection Unit code: TLIB0002	Carry out vehicle inspection
TLID2004 Load and unload goods/cargo Unit code: TLID2004 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to load and unload goods and cargo in accordance with relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority regulations/permit requirements. It includes loading and unloading goods and cargo, securing and protecting a load and completing all required documentation. Work is performed under general supervision within a team environment. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.	Load and unload goods/cargo
TLIE0002 Process workplace documentation Unit code: TLIE0002	Process workplace documentation
TLIF0001 Apply chain of responsibility legislation, regulations and workplace procedures Unit code: TLIF0001 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify, apply and follow chain of responsibility legislation, regulations and workplace procedures in relation to heavy vehicles as they apply to an individual's own job role.	Apply chain of responsibility legislation, regulations and workplace procedures
Heavy General Freight Stream - General elective units
TLIA4025 Regulate temperature controlled stock Unit code: TLIA4025 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to regulate temperature controlled stock in accordance with relevant regulations and workplace procedures within the transport and logistics industry.	Regulate temperature controlled stock
TLIB2008 Carry out inspection of trailers Unit code: TLIB2008	Carry out inspection of trailers
TLIB3006 Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads Unit code: TLIB3006 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to carry out an inspection of a commercial vehicle designed to carry a special load, in accordance with relevant roads and traffic authority regulations, and workplace policy and procedures concerning vehicle inspection.	Carry out inspection of vehicles designed to carry special loads
TLID0001 Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads Unit code: TLID0001	Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads
TLID1002 Shift a load using manually-operated equipment Unit code: TLID1002 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to shift loads using manually-operated mechanical equipment in compliance with the relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulation within the transport and logistics industry.	Shift a load using manually-operated equipment
TLIE2007 Use communications systems Unit code: TLIE2007 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use communications systems in accordance with relevant regulations and workplace procedures.	Use communications systems
TLIE3002 Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions Unit code: TLIE3002 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to estimate and calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions of loads in accordance with workplace requirements and relevant regulations, as part of work functions within the transport and logistics industry.	Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions
TLIE3004 Prepare workplace documents Unit code: TLIE3004 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare workplace documents and forms in accordance with workplace requirements and applicable regulations or codes, as part of work activities within the transport and logistics industry.	Prepare workplace documents
TLIE3012 Consolidate manifest documentation Unit code: TLIE3012 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to consolidate manifest documentation in accordance with relevant codes of practice and regulations for freight carriage.	Consolidate manifest documentation
TLIF0005 Apply a fatigue risk management system Unit code: TLIF0005	Apply a fatigue risk management system
TLIF0006 Administer a fatigue risk management system Unit code: TLIF0006	Administer a fatigue risk management system
TLIF2006 Apply accident-emergency procedures Unit code: TLIF2006 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply accident-emergency procedures in accordance with work health safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) codes of practice, regulations and workplace requirements.	Apply accident-emergency procedures
TLIF3063 Administer the implementation of fatigue management strategies Unit code: TLIF3063 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to administer the implementation of fatigue management strategies during work operations in a defined workplace in accordance with national and state/territory legislation and relevant regulations.	Administer the implementation of fatigue management strategies
TLIG2007 Work in a socially diverse environment Unit code: TLIG2007 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply cultural awareness, communication principles and problem-solving techniques to facilitate working in a socially diverse environment. This is done in accordance with workplace procedures, relevant anti-discrimination and equal employment opportunity regulations.	Work in a socially diverse environment
TLII1002 Apply customer service skills Unit code: TLII1002 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply routine customer service skills in accordance with workplace standards and procedures.	Apply customer service skills
TLIK2010 Use infotechnology devices in the workplace Unit code: TLIK2010 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use infotechnology devices in the workplace in accordance with the relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) regulations and workplace procedures, within the transport and logistics industry.	Use infotechnology devices in the workplace
TLIU3014 Operate vehicle in an environmentally sustainable manner Unit code: TLIU3014 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to effectively operate a vehicle in an environmentally sustainable manner.	Operate vehicle in an environmentally sustainable manner
Bus stream - Licensing/Industry elective units
TLIC1051 Operate commercial vehicle Unit code: TLIC1051 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to maintain the safety of and to operate, a commercial vehicle across a variety of job roles.	Operate commercial vehicle
TLIC2002 Drive light rigid vehicle Unit code: TLIC2002 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to drive a light rigid vehicle safely, in accordance with relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority licence requirements and regulations for light rigid vehicles.	Drive light rigid vehicle
TLIC3003 Drive medium rigid vehicle Unit code: TLIC3003 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to drive a medium rigid vehicle safely in accordance with the licence requirements and regulations of the relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority pertaining to medium rigid vehicles.	Drive medium rigid vehicle
TLIC3004 Drive heavy rigid vehicle Unit code: TLIC3004 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to drive a heavy rigid vehicle safely, in compliance with relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority licence requirements and regulations for heavy rigid vehicles.	Drive heavy rigid vehicle
Bus stream - Specialist elective units
TLIB0002 Carry out vehicle inspection Unit code: TLIB0002	Carry out vehicle inspection
TLIC3011 Transport passengers with disabilities Unit code: TLIC3011 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate vehicles used for the transport of people who have a disability, in accordance with relevant state/territory road and traffic authority licence requirements and regulations.	Transport passengers with disabilities
TLIC3042 Operate coach/bus Unit code: TLIC3042 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate a passenger coach/bus across a variety of contexts.	Operate coach/bus
TLIG2007 Work in a socially diverse environment Unit code: TLIG2007 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply cultural awareness, communication principles and problem-solving techniques to facilitate working in a socially diverse environment. This is done in accordance with workplace procedures, relevant anti-discrimination and equal employment opportunity regulations.	Work in a socially diverse environment
TLII3009 Provide on-board services to customers Unit code: TLII3009 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to provide on-board services to customers on transport vehicles/vessels.	Provide on-board services to customers
Bus stream - General elective units
TLIE0002 Process workplace documentation Unit code: TLIE0002	Process workplace documentation
TLIE2007 Use communications systems Unit code: TLIE2007 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use communications systems in accordance with relevant regulations and workplace procedures.	Use communications systems
TLIE3004 Prepare workplace documents Unit code: TLIE3004 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare workplace documents and forms in accordance with workplace requirements and applicable regulations or codes, as part of work activities within the transport and logistics industry.	Prepare workplace documents
TLIF0001 Apply chain of responsibility legislation, regulations and workplace procedures Unit code: TLIF0001 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to identify, apply and follow chain of responsibility legislation, regulations and workplace procedures in relation to heavy vehicles as they apply to an individual's own job role.	Apply chain of responsibility legislation, regulations and workplace procedures
TLIF0005 Apply a fatigue risk management system Unit code: TLIF0005	Apply a fatigue risk management system
TLIF0006 Administer a fatigue risk management system Unit code: TLIF0006	Administer a fatigue risk management system
TLIF2006 Apply accident-emergency procedures Unit code: TLIF2006 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply accident-emergency procedures in accordance with work health safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) codes of practice, regulations and workplace requirements.	Apply accident-emergency procedures
TLIF3063 Administer the implementation of fatigue management strategies Unit code: TLIF3063 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to administer the implementation of fatigue management strategies during work operations in a defined workplace in accordance with national and state/territory legislation and relevant regulations.	Administer the implementation of fatigue management strategies
TLII1002 Apply customer service skills Unit code: TLII1002 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply routine customer service skills in accordance with workplace standards and procedures.	Apply customer service skills
TLIO1002 Follow security procedures when working with passengers and personnel Unit code: TLIO1002 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to follow security procedures when working with passengers and personnel within the transport and logistics industry.	Follow security procedures when working with passengers and personnel
TLIU3014 Operate vehicle in an environmentally sustainable manner Unit code: TLIU3014 Unit description: This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to effectively operate a vehicle in an environmentally sustainable manner.	Operate vehicle in an environmentally sustainable manner

Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.

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Ways to study

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Greater Brisbane
Darling Downs and South West

Campus	START DATES When your course is scheduled to begin	Duration	WORKLOAD How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements.	STUDY MODE Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more	COST The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more
Ipswich	Anytime	up to 2 years	Self-paced	Workplace	Full fee: $4,735 Subsidised: $325 Concession: $325

IpswichSelf-paced

WORKLOADSelf-paced

START DATESAnytime

COSTFull fee: $4,735
Subsidised: $325
Concession: $325

Campus	START DATES When your course is scheduled to begin	Duration	WORKLOAD How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements.	STUDY MODE Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more	COST The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more
Toowoomba	Anytime	up to 2 years	Self-paced	Workplace	Full fee: $4,735 Subsidised: $325 Concession: $325

ToowoombaSelf-paced

WORKLOADSelf-paced

START DATESAnytime

COSTFull fee: $4,735
Subsidised: $325
Concession: $325

What you need to know about studying on campus

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

Apprenticeship or traineeship

At TAFE Queensland, we understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop in days, mobile training, day release, or a mix of all these options. Learn more

Greater Brisbane
Darling Downs and South West

Campus	Apprenticeship / Traineeship	Delivery Mode The way your training is delivered.
Campus	Apprenticeship / Traineeship	Workplace Train and be assessed in your current workplace.	DROP IN DAYS Train with a teacher at a TAFE Queensland facility without an appointment.	BLOCK TRAINING Flexible training offered in blocks ranging from three days to six weeks.	DAY RELEASE Weekly scheduled training at a TAFE Queensland facility, planned in advance.	MOBILE VAN Training undertaken at your workplace with TAFE Queensland tools and equipment.	Mixed mode A combination of two or more delivery modes.
Ipswich	Traineeship

IpswichTraineeship

Delivery Mode

Workplace
DROP IN DAYS
BLOCK TRAINING
DAY RELEASE
MOBILE VAN
Mixed mode

Campus	Apprenticeship / Traineeship	Delivery Mode The way your training is delivered.
Campus	Apprenticeship / Traineeship	Workplace Train and be assessed in your current workplace.	DROP IN DAYS Train with a teacher at a TAFE Queensland facility without an appointment.	BLOCK TRAINING Flexible training offered in blocks ranging from three days to six weeks.	DAY RELEASE Weekly scheduled training at a TAFE Queensland facility, planned in advance.	MOBILE VAN Training undertaken at your workplace with TAFE Queensland tools and equipment.	Mixed mode A combination of two or more delivery modes.
Toowoomba	Traineeship

ToowoombaTraineeship

Delivery Mode

Workplace
DROP IN DAYS
BLOCK TRAINING
DAY RELEASE
MOBILE VAN
Mixed mode

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Eligibility

You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with TAFE Queensland. Speak to your employer about choosing TAFE Queensland as your Supervising Registered Training Organisation (SRTO).

COST

Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training.
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Important Information

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

While there are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, to enrol you will need to be currently employed within the field of transportation and hold the appropriate truck licence.

Resources required

You are responsible for meeting the minimum occupational health and safety requirements in practical classes. This includes the use of safety glasses, protective footwear with covered uppers, steel capped toes and non-slip soles to AS2210, leather gloves to AS2161, and hair protection. You should also wear 100% cotton drill industry-standard clothing.

If you fail to meet these minimum standards of dress, you will not be permitted entry into practical classes.

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.

Need to know

To be eligible for the Certificate 3 Guarantee subsidised price, you must:

hold an existing Queensland Open drivers licence
be 15 years or older and no longer in school
Live in Queensland full time
Are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or temporary resident with the necessary visa or work permits
And don't currently have (or are enrolled in) a certificate III or higher level qualification.

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

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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.

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Certificate III in Driving Operations

At a glance

JOB PROSPECTS

COURSE OUTCOME

STUDY LOCATIONS

Ways to Study

Cost

Get Started Today

Course overview

Units

Get Started Today

Ways to study

What you need to know about studying on campus

What you need to know about apprenticeships and traineeships

Eligibility

COST

Get In touch

Get Started Today

University pathways

Payment options

Upfront payment

Payment plan

Get Started Today

Important Information

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Need to know

Assessment Methods

Get Started Today

How to apply

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Get started with TAFE Queensland

University pathways

Certificate III in Driving Operations

At a glance

JOB PROSPECTS

COURSE OUTCOME

STUDY LOCATIONS

Ways to Study

Cost

Get Started Today

Course overview

Units

Get Started Today

Ways to study

What you need to know about studying on campus

What you need to know about apprenticeships and traineeships

Eligibility

COST

Get In touch

Get Started Today

University pathways

Payment options

Upfront payment

Payment plan

Get Started Today

Important Information

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Need to know

Assessment Methods

Get Started Today

How to apply

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Get started with TAFE Queensland

University pathways

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