TAFE Queensland
Certificate III in Process Plant Operations
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Progress your career in process plant operations with this mid-level technical course. According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, there is stable future job growth predicted for people working as chemical, gas, petroleum and power plant operators. This specialised career has high earning potential and strong job prospects with nearly one quarter of all workers in the industry located in Queensland.
In this course you will learn to use and operate production equipment to directly produce particular materials and substances. You will develop skills to undertake more advanced operations typically of integrated plant units in accordance with operating procedures. You will apply your knowledge to identify a range of foreseen and unforeseen problems and will use your product and process knowledge to apply documented solutions or develop new solutions where there is no known solution.
Complete this course to open up a range of possibilities in chemical, emergency support, CSG plant, hydrocarbons extraction, hydrocarbons transmission, LNG plant as a qualified process plant operator. You can take your understanding and skills to the next level with further study pathways.
Delivery mode
TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 776 Kingsford Smith Drive, Eagle Farm
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Process Plant Operations will prepare you for the following roles.
Plant Technician
A Plant Technician performs a range of duties at a processing or manufacturing facility. You might operate a particular piece of equipment or be pa...
Plant Operator
A Plant Operator is responsible for maintaining equipment to ensure it works correctly. They might work at a power plant, chemical plant or oil ref...
About TAFE Queensland
TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.
