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TLI32821 Certificate III in Rail Operations

TLI32821
Certificate III in Rail Operations

Course Duration

12 Months

Course Fees

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Delivery Mode

Blended Delivery

Yard Coordination Specialisation

Course Heading Section (Website)

Take the next step in your rail career with the TLI32821 Certificate III in Rail Operations – Yard Coordinator. This nationally recognised qualification is designed for individuals working or aspiring to work in rail yard operations, overseeing the coordination and safe movement of rolling stock and freight within terminals, depots or yards.

You will develop the skills and knowledge required to manage yard operations, communicate effectively with train controllers and other personnel, and ensure compliance with safety, operational and regulatory requirements in a dynamic rail environment.

Units of Competency

Core Units
TLIE0002 Process workplace documentation
TLIF0008 Apply safety critical communications in the rail environment
TLIF0020 Safely access the rail corridor
TLIF2010 Apply fatigue management strategies
TLIF3058 Apply safeworking rules and regulations to rail functions
TLIF3085 Apply local incident response procedures

Specialist Elective Units
Group A: Yard Coordination
TLIB0013 Apply knowledge of rail operation fundamentals in yards or sidings
TLIE3021 Work and communicate effectively with others
TLIF2006 Apply accident-emergency procedures
TLIF3087 Follow work health and safety, and environmental procedures in the rail industry
TLIL4038 Organise marshalling and shunting operations

General Elective Units
TLIG0003 Work effectively with others in a team

Entry Requirements Section

In alignment with industry consultation and the job role expectations, the following is needed for course admission:
  • A valid Category 1 Rail Medical assessment
  • CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry 

  • Where this course can take you Section (Website)

  • Pathway to TLI42622 Certificate IV in Train Driving
  • Opportunity to progress into Rail Safety Investigation or Operations Management roles

Delivery Mode Section (Website)

This course is delivered through a blended delivery model that combines structured face-to-face training, practical hands-on instruction, and self-paced learning.

Assessment Information Section (Website)

  • Knowledge assessments: Written tests to evaluate participants' understanding of the course material.
  • In-field logbook: Participants complete tasks under the supervision of a qualified mentor, documenting their experiences and competencies in a logbook.
  • Practical observation assessments: Hands-on activities where participants demonstrate their skills in a controlled environment.
  • Portfolio of Evidence: for some units of competency students will be required to submit a portfolio of evidence to support other assessment methods and demonstrate competency. 
  • Third-Party Reports: third-party reports will be required as supplementary evidence.

  • How can this course benefit you Section (Website)

  • Gain job-ready skills in yard operations, rolling stock movements, and rail communication.
  • Boost your career with a nationally recognised qualification for roles like yard coordinator or shunt supervisor.
  • Step up professionally from support roles into supervisory or coordination positions.

Upcoming Courses

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