PMB30121 Certificate III In Polymer Processing

Overview

Industrial Conveyor Belt Technician work involves operation of vulcanisers, belt winders and roller machines (for recoating pulleys), repair and servicing of conveyor belts of all types and sizes. Duties involve validating raw material, recommending splice lengths, and monitoring pressure and temperature. Some Belt Splicers specialise in steel cord and fabric splicing. They can also be involved in the removal and re-installation of reconditioned belts onto conveyor systems. The Certificate III course contains units of competency that are also recognised in Certificate IV in Polymer Technology qualification. This provides a pathway for further study and skills and knowledge development.
This course has been developed in conjunction with one of the world leaders in conveyor maintenance services and components and provides the participant with the highest level of skills that enable them to be successful in the workplace. Where this course is delivered as part of a company wide delivery, the units may be contextualised (within the packaging rules) to add additional value to the employer.

Qualification Specifications

The PMB30121 Certificate III in Polymer Processing is intended for advanced operators who use production equipment to directly produce products. They would undertake more advanced operations, typically including start-up and shutdown in accordance with the operating procedures, and would apply their knowledge to anticipate problems. They would be expected to solve a range of foreseen and unforeseen problems, using product and process knowledge to develop solutions to problems which do not have a known solution, or a solution recorded in the procedures.
Certificate III also contains units of competency which are the beginning of the polymer technician stream and which contribute to a deeper knowledge of polymers and processes.

Entry Requirements

Candidates must consider the following:

• Candidates must be over 18
• Candidates must have a minimum year 11 Secondary School or equivalent
• Candidates must meet the literacy and numeracy benchmarks. Candidates must be able to read, write and speak English proficiently and have adequate numeracy skills at a level that enables you to:
  • interpret and compare numerical information and data, perform technical calculations and calibration measurements and calculate technical specifications
• Training and assessment is classroom and/or workplace based, participants must work within the industry
• Candidates must be prepared to complete shift work on a rotating roster
• Candidates must be physically able to undertake heavy lifting
• Candidates must be able to work in an extreme temperature environment

Pathways

PATHWAYS INTO THE QUALIFICATION
This qualification may be accessed by direct entry, or entry may also be gained through PMB20121 Certificate II in Polymer Processing. Your new employees can be offered the opportunity to undertake this course through traineeship or apprenticeship arrangements according to individual state requirements.

PATHWAYS FROM THE QUALIFICATION
Further qualification pathways from this qualification include PMB40121 certificate IV in Polymer Technology.(not offered by QPTS)

Modes of Study

THEORY COMPONENT

• In our fully maintained training facility practicing their skills within a safe working environment
• Instructor led classroom session
• Blended

PRACTICAL COMPONENT

• On the work site
• Other location bye agreement with the employer

Assessment

Assessments will include:
Ongoing assessment in the classroom and on-the-job using a combination of the methods listed below:

• Direct questioning or conversation
• Observation of skills
• Written question/answer
• Review of products, portfolio or projects
• Logbook entries
• Scenarios, role plays
• Third party report – supervisor interviews

Course Duration

• Between 12 – 18 months for those currently employed in the industry sector
• Between 24 – 36 months for those entering the industry sector (Traineeships)
• Up to 36 – 48 months for those on an Apprenticeship (depending on individual state requirements)

Typically the learning would be completed over 1200 – 2400 hours. Participants may complete the program earlier than these timelines through achievement of RPL or Credit Transfer.

Study Locations

• By arrangement at the employers workplace or selected site
• Western Australia – Welshpool Complex and Port Hedland
• New South Wales – Beresfield Training Room
• Queensland – Brisbane Training Room
• Queensland – Mackay Training Room

Course Structure

Total number of units = 21 units: ​

• 1 core unit
• 20 elective units
• 2 units from Group A
• a minimum of 6 from any units listed in Group E

The remaining may be selected from the other electives listed.

Units of Competency

Core Units

• MSS402051 Apply quality standards

Electives - Group A

• MEM16006 – Organise and communicate information
• MEM13015 Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering

Electives - Group E

• PMBPROD243E Cut rubber materials
• PMBPROD265E Operate portable vulcanising equipment
• PMBPROD367E Remove and replace conveyor belts
• PMBPROD368E Repair conveyor belt carcass
• PMBPROD369E Repair conveyor belt covers
• PMBPROD376E Splice steel cord conveyor belts
• PMBPROD377E Splice fabric ply conveyor belts
• PMBPROD378E Splice solid woven conveyor belts

Other Electives

• MEM12023 Perform engineering measurements
• MEM12024 Perform computations
• MEM13003 Work safety with industrial chemicals and materials
• PMBPROD241E Install rubber lining or pulley lagging using lay-up techniques
• MEM11011 Undertake manual handling
• MSMENV272 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
• MSMOPS244 Lay out and cut materials
• MSMOPS363 Organise on site Work
• MSMSUP106 Work in a team
• MSMSUP102 Communicate in the workplace
• PMBHAN103E Shift Materials safely by hand
• PMBPREP205E Assemble materials and equipment for production
• PMBPROD209E Operate cable winding equipment
• PMBPROD242E Bond polymers to surfaces
• PMBPROD249E Apply liquid surface coatings
• PMBPROD248E Prepare surfaces for coating
• MSMWHS217 Gas test atmospheres
• RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (CT ONLY)
• HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CT ONLY)
• MEM15004 Perform inspection
• MEM18001 Use hand tools
• MEM18002 Use power tools/handheld operations

Course Fees

For students wishing to undertake this qualification, please contact the office for information on fees regarding the bespoke training available. 

Qualification Issuance

To be eligible to receive the PMB30121 Certificate III in Polymer Processing, issued by QPTS (RTO 40804), participants must successfully complete all core units and elective units as specified in the PMB – Plastics, Rubber and Cable making Training Package – Release 2.0
Participants who do not successfully complete all the requirements for the qualification will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for the units that have been successfully completed and assessed.
If you are interested in undertaking this qualification, please contact us for a pre-enrolment interview.

Our Obligations

QPTS is responsible for providing quality training and assessment in compliance with the Standards for RTOs 2015 .

RPL & Credit Transfer

Nationally endorsed qualifications, skill sets, and units of competency are recognised and portable across the country—regardless of where they were issued. If you feel that you have previous skill, knowledge or demonstrated competency, and can provide suitable evidence, contact QPTS to discuss RPL and/or Credit Transfer.