Course Overview
This qualification supports people working in process plant operations across industries such as resources, energy, manufacturing and utilities. You’ll develop core skills in safety, communication and basic operations, with electives selected to match the plant area and equipment you work with.
Key Details
- Operate process plant equipment safely and in accordance with procedures
- Monitor plant conditions, interpret schematics and respond to process variations
- Contribute to quality, environmental and safety outcomes on shift
- Use permits, isolation principles and basic maintenance practices appropriately
- Build technical depth through electives aligned to your plant area (e.g., separation, utilities, hydraulics, water treatment)
Units of Competency / Course Content
This qualification requires 16 electives. The list below is a practical generalist stream; electives can be tailored to the plant, product and site requirements.
Core units
- PMAOPS201 – Operate fluid flow equipment
- PMAOPS204 – Select and use utilities and services
- PMAOPS205 – Operate heat exchangers
- PMAOPS221 – Operate and monitor prime movers
- PMAOPS222 – Operate and monitor pumping systems and equipment
- PMAOPS223 – Operate and monitor valve systems
- PMAOPS246 – Operate separation equipment
- PMAOPS280 – Interpret process plant schematics
- PMAOPS310 – Operate and troubleshoot distillation system
- PMAOPS343 – Transfer bulk fluids into/out of storage facility
- PMAOPS349 – Operate and troubleshoot hydraulic systems
- PMAOPS352 – Operate and troubleshoot instrument and plant air systems
- PMAOPS356 – Operate and troubleshoot water treatment systems
- MSMSUP240 – Undertake minor maintenance
- MSMPER201 – Monitor and control work permits
- PMAOPS332 – Generate electrical power
Elective units
This qualification requires 4 electives. The list below reflects a common generalist selection; electives can be tailored to plant type, product and site requirements