Program Overview
Excavator Operations Skill Set
Course Overview
This two-day course provides practical skills to operate an excavator on a construction site. Students will learn to assess risks, identify hazards, and safely operate an excavator.
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.
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
- UNIT CODE: RIIMPO320F
- UNIT NAME: Conduct civil construction excavator operations
- Unit description: This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to operate excavator operations to lift, carry, and place materials.
Ways to Study
- On campus
Choose Your Study Location
- North Queensland
Campus Information
Townsville - Trade Training Centre Bohle
- On Campus
- Online Time: 0%
- On Campus Time: 100%
- START DATE: Anytime
- DURATION: up to 2 days
- Workload: Dates scheduled on application
- WHAT YOU'LL PAY:
- CSQ funded: $55
- Full fee: $680
Cairns
- On Campus
- Online Time: 0%
- On Campus Time: 100%
- START DATE: Anytime
- DURATION: up to 2 days
- Workload: Dates scheduled on application
- WHAT YOU'LL PAY:
- CSQ funded: $55
- Full fee: $680
Studying on Campus
Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured.
Download Brochure
- Excavator Operations Skill Set (SSRII0010)
Payment Options
- Payment plan
- Upfront payment
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
- 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
- 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.
Course Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, 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.
