Diploma of Drilling Oil & Gas (Onshore)

RII50815

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Course details

The RII50815 Diploma of Drilling Oil & Gas (Onshore) is designed for those seeking to develop their career and move towards a senior operational role. Specifically, this diploma qualification level was created for rig managers, toolpushers and senior operational personnel such as field superintendents working in Australia.

This program provides you with the technical and managerial skills to become a certified and competent Drilling Operator/Manager with the ability to work autonomously or managing a team and/or drilling operation.

This nationally accredited program will see you accredited for skills surrounding the management of complex technical situations, evaluation of drilling operations, management of rig up to spud operations, camp moves, rig maintenance and management of an operational rig crew.

This qualification is relevant to today’s current industry standards and reflects the skills and competencies needed to grow a successful career or business.

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RPL requirements

Participants must have a minimum of 1 year of current industry experience relating to the units and subject matter. This program is delivered via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) only.

As a guide, typical entrants into this program are:

Tools required

Computer or laptop
Stable internet connection
An email account
A phone
Microsoft Office Suite version 2013 or later
Recording device such as a mobile phone/video recorder
Be able to provide at least 2 references to validate previous roles, projects and work experience

Payment options

*Terms & Conditions apply. Fees may vary and subject to change

Program inclusions

Course structure

The RII50815 Diploma of Drilling Oil & Gas (Onshore) requires the completion of 11 units comprising of 6 core units and 5 electives.

These units of competency have been developed in consultation with industry experts along with our facilitators who draw upon real-life operational case studies and examples to ensure the knowledge you gain is practical and applicable to your role.

Students will have up to 3 months to complete this RPL program. If the learner requires more time please see extension options in our student handbook or contact our office.

RIIBEF401D Manage non-routine, complex technical situations
RIIOGD501E Manage rig operations
RIIOGD502D Plan and evaluate rig operations
RIIOGD504D Manage drilling operations
RIISAM502D Manage general drilling equipment maintenance
RIIOGD505D Manage drilling induction and orientation

RIISAM502D Manage general drilling equipment maintenance
RIIOGD507D Manage and monitor rig-up and rig-up to spud operations
RIIOGD508D Manage well completion and abandonment
BSBWHS501 Ensure a safe workplace
BSBWOR502 Lead and manage team effectiveness

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Potential future pathways

Potential career pathways

Potential career pathways may include but are not limited to:

In Australia, it is a legal requirement for all persons to hold this qualification if they are looking to work as a rig manager on active oil and gas rig.

Potential education pathways

Potential education pathways may include but are not limited to:

Recognition of prior learning

RPL - Skills recognition

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