Program Overview
Skid Steer Loader Operations Skill Set
Course Overview
Get invaluable skills with this two-day short course. Learn how to prepare to use a skid steer (Bobcat) as well as operate the machine in a variety of ways, including tripping / spreading topsoil and materials, lifting, loading vehicles, excavations, mixing materials; selecting, removing and fitting attachments; relocating the skid steer loaders; carrying out machine operator maintenance; and cleaning up.
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.
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.
Core Units
- UNIT CODE: RIIMPO318F
- UNIT NAME: Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations
- UNIT DESCRIPTION: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required operate a skid steer loader to load, haul and distribute materials.
Ways to Study
- On Campus: 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.
Study Locations
- North Queensland
Campus
- Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
Payment Options
- Payment Plan: If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
- 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.
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.
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 and non-slip soles to AS2210 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.
Related Courses
- Excavator Operations Skill Set: Accredited Skill Set
- Careers:
- Excavator Operator
- Plant Operators
- Machinery Operator and Driver
